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2014 silverado with OPT7 5000k LED's in the Fogs.

output 100x better than stock and match my 5000k in the oem projectors perfectly

$35 shipped

 

pic below showing fogs on only. really happy with these

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looks great where did you buy? do you have a link?

 

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iamdanieltuck Enthusiast

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An oem wiring harness to access rap, battery power, crank accessory power and ground. $45 is a cheap way to insure we don't short something tapping it or catch on fire.

 

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$45 plus shipping

 

 

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An oem wiring harness to access rap, battery power, crank accessory power and ground. $45 is a cheap way to insure we don't short something tapping it or catch on fire.

 

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$45 plus shipping

 

 

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Tell us more. What p/n? What are you going to use it for?

iamdanieltuck Enthusiast

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I have this harness providing trigger power for a relay to a viair onboard air compressor and a fass 150. I have it powering floor led lights, lights in my tool box that I tapped into the bed rail lights. It powers a hard wire USB charger to power an iPhone 6 Plus that I use for my tuner and the 12v air valves for my train horns and tank drain system.

 

 

 

 

Tell us more. What p/n? What are you going to use it for?

 

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wuznme Enthusiast

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That seems like a lot of $$$ when the parts are relatively cheap.

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iamdanieltuck Enthusiast

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The parts aren't all that expensive but the time it takes to solder every joint, heat shrink or braided shield every harness and pin and to offer replacement for even abuse is the difference. Homemade improperly crimped harnesses will short under excessive load or pull out of the connector. I've written up plenty and offered documentation to anyone who wants to build their own.

 

The thing is that some people can't or don't want to do it. If you want support with wiring or prints I give that too. These aren't assembly built. I hand build, test and stand behind every one. It's not just putting them together. Anyone can crimp with a pair of plyers or use the wrong terminal for different gauge wires. I put the proper pieces together at the same price as buying them at wholesale pricing from gm ($40-$50 based on other forum members) and my wire far exceeds theirs in friction resistance and better conduction. Buying wholesale from terminal suppliers is def cheaper if you have the proper crimper, solder and skill set.

 

If you are an average joe with some projects, buying a $30 crimper and soldering iron isn't practical. If you are capable, then build your own and save. If you want to have support and warranty, I'm happy to assist. I value my time and think it's fair.

 

That seems like a lot of $$$ when the parts are relatively cheap.

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jamin87ss Senior Enthusiast

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Great thread guys, couple questions

 

1. Question on Fog light mod, is that the same mod that keeps fogs on when you hold on bright temporarily?

2. Rail caps, thank you sir Ive been wanting these since I bought my 14, drives me nuts! looks like they match up good???? I'm gonna order a set

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pgamboa Senior Enthusiast

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Great thread guys, couple questions

 

1. Question on Fog light mod, is that the same mod that keeps fogs on when you hold on bright temporarily?

2. Rail caps, thank you sir Ive been wanting these since I bought my 14, drives me nuts! looks like they match up good???? I'm gonna order a set

Yes - Fogs stay on when high beam is on.

 

 

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bndawgs Senior Enthusiast

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looks nice. I've been meaning to look for some that would match my tungsten metallic.

 

I'd take any extra and do your steering wheel also.

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looks nice. I've been meaning to look for some that would match my tungsten metallic.

 

I'd take any extra and do your steering wheel also.

Darn it good point! I crumpled and tossed out the extra pieces lol

 

 

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