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Bob_98SR5 · 05-16-2003, 11:18 PM

Hi Matt,

I have a hardwired Valentine (thanks for your help waaay back when) which is tapped into a 12V accessory wire from the ignition bundle. The write up is at http://www.4runners.org/articles/valentine/ It will only power when the ignition is switched on.

Also, I added a single, full-time 12V outlet like you are planning to do. That write up is at http://www.4runners.org/articles/12v I used ASUDan's write up as a guide, but instead of using the type of outlet he used (lotsa glue), I bought one that can screw onto itself (a no glue install). Check out the write up to see what I'm talking about and try to find the same kind.

I also followed Corey's advice and added a 12V auxiliary fuse box inside the engine compartment. Read 'Step 6' in my Cobra CB write up at http://www.4runners.org/articles/cobra . I bought the parts from Waytek but I've recently seen it sold at Pep Boys. If you haven't done it, its definitely worth doing b/c it really allows you to easily add power for future accessories.

As for draining out the battery, I really have no clue. I know you can buy a box that will switch off power by voltage and/or by some set time. See http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/4Runner/tech/chargeguard/

From personal experience, I've powered my mobile phone for 3 hours and when I came back, there was no problem starting the 4runner. I haven't left it on overnight so I can't say for 100% sure that it would drain the battery.

In anycase, the V1 and the Garmin are things that I NEVER leave out in the open so when I stop and park, those things get turned off and locked away.

Email or PM me if you have any questions.

Bob

05-16-2003, 11:18 PM	#2 (permalink)
Bob_98SR5 Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 10,092	Hi Matt, I have a hardwired Valentine (thanks for your help waaay back when) which is tapped into a 12V accessory wire from the ignition bundle. The write up is at http://www.4runners.org/articles/valentine/ It will only power when the ignition is switched on. Also, I added a single, full-time 12V outlet like you are planning to do. That write up is at http://www.4runners.org/articles/12v I used ASUDan's write up as a guide, but instead of using the type of outlet he used (lotsa glue), I bought one that can screw onto itself (a no glue install). Check out the write up to see what I'm talking about and try to find the same kind. I also followed Corey's advice and added a 12V auxiliary fuse box inside the engine compartment. Read 'Step 6' in my Cobra CB write up at http://www.4runners.org/articles/cobra . I bought the parts from Waytek but I've recently seen it sold at Pep Boys. If you haven't done it, its definitely worth doing b/c it really allows you to easily add power for future accessories. As for draining out the battery, I really have no clue. I know you can buy a box that will switch off power by voltage and/or by some set time. See http://www.4x4wire.com/toyota/4Runner/tech/chargeguard/ From personal experience, I've powered my mobile phone for 3 hours and when I came back, there was no problem starting the 4runner. I haven't left it on overnight so I can't say for 100% sure that it would drain the battery. In anycase, the V1 and the Garmin are things that I NEVER leave out in the open so when I stop and park, those things get turned off and locked away. Email or PM me if you have any questions. Bob Last edited by Bob_98SR5; 05-17-2003 at 01:19 PM.