Dual USB port install
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This should get you where you need to be. You can see the wires in my post. Just tap into them there. Good luck!
CD Changer and center console removal how to
CD Changer and center console removal how to
Funny, I literally took apart the interior yesterday and thought that would be where I install the dual USB port I bought.
I will be installing a relay under the hood - will pick up a 12v switched signal and send that to the accessory wiring in the center console. Allows me to have them separately fused.
You could tap off the original port in the center console, but keep in mind they are limited in total power capacity.
I brought power in directly from the battery to a Blue Sea terminal. I use it for my Ham and CB power. Also tapped into for this dual USB in that spot. Always on and the one I purchased has higher than normal amps so it charges very quickly.
Question: Did you tap the wires for the USB terminal into the 12V/120W wires?
No I was just in there to pull the CD changer. I posted the link so the op could have guidance on accessing the wires. I would either military splice and heat shrink or use the sopoby solderless terminals. The wires are small so depending on your application you may need to upsize
I believe they are wired together - I noticed a warning talking about not to exceed a certain wattage.
A PO tapped into the front port for the headrest screens - not a fan and I'll be rewiring, but can take the draw no.problem.
A PO tapped into the front port for the headrest screens - not a fan and I'll be rewiring, but can take the draw no.problem.
This the location of mine along with the AHC over ride, I chose this location for the AHC over ride because that little light is bright.
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I didn’t.
See picture 1.
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I used about 12inches of wire. Any less and the install would have been a pain in the ass.
Clamped it on and tucked it in.
Black to black.
White/black to red.
Clamped it on and tucked it in.
Black to black.
White/black to red.
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Works great. Don’t forget two small black self tapping screws for the mounting plate. Not illustrated(need screws).
Not impressive for those out there that swap out steering racks. But it’s a start.
And it works.
Though I may have broken my cupholder
Not impressive for those out there that swap out steering racks. But it’s a start.
And it works.
Though I may have broken my cupholder
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I see a firestick and some coax in the background 
I have the same thing, works great for the kids in the back seats on road trips
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That’s next.I see a firestick and some coax in the background
Nice job. You will be ripping out the steering rack in no time
.The cup holder is probably hitting against the wiring you just added, if you can, try to tuck the wiring around the edges of the trim so it avoids the path of the cupholder.
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I tucked the wiring in actually.
Just can’t figure out where this piece goes. I know it has something to do with the cup holders spring back feature. Going to look for a schematic online today.
Way to go and get your hands dirty man! Only thought is invest in some quality primary wire... high strand copper. I like the wire from Power Werks... it is bonded, red with black. I bought a few rolls 20ga, 16ga, 12ga gets me through 85% of the projects on a vehicle.
Do you use that switch to power the usb port?
Where did you get that usb port?
Thanks!
Not my thread but Blue Sea products have served me well.
