Yahoo Message Number: 22107 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22107)
I recently read an article in Destination magazine that indicated someone you could contact to get a diagram and instructions for wiring a tow vehicle without the use of a 2 to 3 light adapter system on the coach and no diodes on the tow car. It is alleged that using the suggested wiring will result in brighter lights on the tow car.
Unfortunately, I have misplaced the Destionations magazine that had the article in it. Does anyone remember the article and which issue the article was in?
Joey and Debi
'98 40' Intrigue
01 Cabrio Convertible Toad
Yahoo Message Number: 22108 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22108)
I think you have it wrong, the Diode is needed to stop feedback and do make the lights brighter, I just had mine done for a Hummer and the Diode relay is clearly there.
Yahoo Message Number: 22110 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22110)
I haven't found the specific article yet but I think they suggested installing additional lamps in your toad light fixtures and wiring directly to those lamps instead of using diodes and existing lamps.
I don't like the idea of drilling holes in the taillight assembly of my toad so I used the diodes and the lights are as bright as the stock toad lights.
Bob
'05 Intrigue 11872
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Yahoo Message Number: 22112 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22112)
I have read that some motor homes use wires that are marginal to run the coach light and when you add the toad, they are really dim. When I first got my CC I checked the toad lights and they appeared as bright as if the car was supplying the voltage. My set up does include wiring that does run directly to the the tail lamps. I would suggest you check the marker and break lights before making a change. I don't like the idea of drilling a hole in the lamp assembly which could become a source of a water leak.
Everett
36' 99 Intrigue 10758
Yahoo Message Number: 22117 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22117)
The lights for our tow car are independent of the the OEM's. Blue Ox makes the system and was simple to install. Just remove the tail lamp assembly, hole saw a 1 inch hole, snap in the bulb carrier and run the wires. Just make sure of bulb clearance in the unit and behind for the carrier. No diode worries. Ned 2000 Explorer
Yahoo Message Number: 22118 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22118)
The Blue Ox light system works great and very easy to install. We have used it on three cars and three MH's.
Russ and Jean
05 Intrigue
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Yahoo Message Number: 22120 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22120)
I pull a 1999 Chev Tahoe and modified my tail light assemblies to accept an additional bulb. Easy modification and performs great without disturbing the existing vehicle wiring. The stop lights, tail lights and signals are much brighter with it direct wired. I used the same short bulb sockets that Blue Ox sells.
Jim Hughes
2000 Allure #30511
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Yahoo Message Number: 22140 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22140)
I agree, Blu Ox lamp system is good. A large wood boring bit cut the socket holes in my Silverado tail lamp reflectors. No plastic cracks or problems. Some silicone sealant to secure sockets and silicone dielectric grease to protect electric connections have made a reliable fool proof lighting system.
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The Blue Ox light system works great and very easy to install. We have used it on three cars and three MH's.
Russ and Jean
05 Intrigue
11883
Yahoo Message Number: 22141 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22141)
Yahoo Message Number: 22147 (http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Country-Coach-Owners/conversations/messages/22147)
That was why we used the Blue Ox lighting system, too. As we have no connection to the car's electrical system, there is no worry about warranty issues down the road.
Russ and Jean
05 Intrigue
11883
the socket holes in my Silverado tail lamp reflectors. No plastic cracks or problems. Some silicone sealant to secure sockets and silicone dielectric grease to protect electric connections have made a reliable fool proof lighting system.
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