Mount a 2020 upfitter switch panel in a 2018?

[Dresari702]

Hi Guys. I posted this question on an existing thread in the 2020 section.  So if a Mod wants to delete that one, it's fine.  This section is more appropriate.

 

I'm curious:  Has anyone tried to retrofit the 9L7 switch panel onto a 2014-2018 Silverado/Sierra?     I doubt it would be a perfect drop-in installation.  But could it be made so it's functional?

 

I have a 2018 Silverado Z71, with the factory Aux switch panel already installed below the Infotainment center.   I'm adding some LED pods and other lights....so I'll need a place for switches that I'd be happy with.   Right now, "plan A" is to mount rocker switches in the roof console like I've seen some people do.   BUT the Upfitter switch panel from a 2020 Silverado/Sierra would also look good....if I could do it.

 

Seems like the the 9L7 requires the switch panel, wiring harness, fuse block, and a relay block that comes with the harness (?).   If I could make the switch panel fit in the knee bolster like they do with the 2020 models....I could probably find mounting locations for the rest.   The only issue I can see is that if the 9L7 option comes with any plugs that connect to any existing plugs on the truck.....I doubt mine would be the right type since I have an older model.

 

Any ideas?!?   I'm no slouch when it comes to wiring.....so if I bought the components I could probably make it work.  I'm just wondering if anyone has done something similar.

[Doc T]

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