Anyone add a remote lock/unlock to a canopy?

[Grinkly]

Hey all,

 

I just added a canopy to my 2018 crew cab and I think the canopy came with every option available save the remote lock/unlock which is one I actually wanted  So any experiences installing an aftermarket one?

 

I think I am going to order this one. Feedback?

 

Any assist:  Where's best to run it to? The tailgate power lock wire (and if so where do I grab that?)   

Thanks much!

Edited December 13, 2019 by Grinkly
edited for clarity

[JimCost2014]

50 minutes ago, Grinkly said:

and I think it came with every option available save the remote lock/unlock

So. I am confused by your statement, which package is your truck? LTZ or LT?

 

Are you talking about the door locks, or the locking tailgate? 

[Grinkly]

3 minutes ago, JimCost2014 said:

So. I am confused by your statement, which package is your truck? LTZ or LT?

 

Are you talking about the door locks, or the locking tailgate? 

Sorry about that, I edited my post for clarity - the Canopy came with all the options except the remote lock and unlock.  I'd like to add the linked to kit to the canopy. 

[JimCost2014]

1 hour ago, Grinkly said:

Sorry about that, I edited my post for clarity - the Canopy came with all the options except the remote lock and unlock.  I'd like to add the linked to kit to the canopy. 

Got it, was not being a very good reader myself.

 

Does the canopy manufacturer make one for the unit that you can retro fit?

 

Maybe reach out to their customer service for suggestions, would think someone has done it before to one of their products.

[Grinkly]

Thanks, but yeah I already looked into that approach.  Parts from my local Leer dealer are about $300 plus tax, it comes with free install but it's the same price just for the parts from them. This one from Amazon is only $93. 

 

Just seeing if anyone has installed it (or similar) before?  If so any feedback and where's the best place to tap into the keying voltage for the lock/unlock?  I'd assume the line running to the power locking tailgate due to proximity.

 

If no answers then at some point down the road I'll likely just order it and reply back to this thread with my own feedback.

 

 

[J_Mas6.2]

I added that kit to my leer topper.  I just tapped into the wires for my tailgate lock i added.   Simple install

[Grinkly]

12 minutes ago, J_Mas6.2 said:

I added that kit to my leer topper.  I just tapped into the wires for my tailgate lock i added.   Simple install

Exactly what I was hoping to hear.  Thanks much!

[Grinkly]

@J_Mas6.2 - I got mine installed this AM, easy peasy and works like a charm, thanks again.