Boot light - alternative location (DIY)

[cubefx]

Here is my take on boot light.

I used boot dome light from late 80's Blazer I picked up few month ago for a couple of bucks when I was visiting local junk yard.

Instead installing it on the celling, I decided to put it on passenger side of the boot area. I have factory light installed in my Pt Cruiser in the similar location and never have any problems with it.

Here we go......


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[cubefx]

Here is wiring diagram.

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Cut the hole in the cover for the light.


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Thickness of the cover was not enough so I added another layer of plastic, so the light will fit snug. I also installed plug from Radio Shack for quick disconnecting.


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This is the ground point I used. You can find it on the driver side of the boot floor.


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Fuse installed.


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Connected to the constant 12V.


Took about 30 minutes.


If you have any questions, feel free to ask.


CUBE

[forestacademy]

Dang man, You make it so much more simple than other ideas. Its not like this thing will be much of a current draw when it is only on once in a blue moon. Unloading Cargo at night is something that happens, but not all that often.
As always, Nice work Cube

[Wdhitch]

Great alternative!!!

[mvaldes]

Another very cool and informative DIY, thanks!

[jandjcs]

seems to be also possible for the cabrio. Can it be done on both sides? (do not have my smart yet :-( )

[tovilin]

That is a great mod. Would it be too difficult to make it so that it lights up automatically when the rear door is opened? Maybe using the power source from the light in the front?

[gbryers]

Nicely done alternative, especially for those Cabrio owners. My only concern with the placement is the ease of burying the light under cargo too easily, and its vulnerable placement to shifting stuff. But that is based on the stuff I carry.
Thanks, especially for taking the time to document so well!

[Evilution]

Nice idea, I did something similar to another smart using a front courtesy light from a 450, it wasn't as bright though and the switch was easy to accidentally knock.

[cubefx]

Originally Posted by jandjcs

seems to be also possible for the cabrio. Can it be done on both sides? (do not have my smart yet :-( )

I do not see why not. You could easily install two of them and make them both light up from one switch or individually.


CUBE