Illuminated 4x4 switch

blanchas · 01-26-2006, 09:30 PM

Why is this mod not in the DIY thread ?

http://homepage.mac.com/jbryan/PhotoAlbum21.html

This is one fantastic mod I must say

EngineerBoo · 01-26-2006, 10:28 PM

Holy crap! Thanks!

Has anyone checked on the price of those two parts we need?

Boo

vendeta2k · 01-26-2006, 10:33 PM

Its been on here before....but yes it should be a sticky if it isn't......if I remember the cost of the parts was around $100 total.......

SP Jon M3 · 01-26-2006, 11:01 PM

Yea, it was about $100 for all the parts. I'm sure you can wait to see if a 4Runner shows up at a junk yard to see if you can get your hands on the switch. I would also shop around. I just picked it up from the local dealer. I felt that I should since they helped me search for the right part and all. That would be kinda messed up if I had them do all the leg work (I know it's not alot, but still), then go get it from someone else.

EngineerBoo · 01-30-2006, 12:53 PM

These are some great prices I found on:

http://www.toyota-parts.com/oem_parts.html

4-Runner Dial (84724-35020) $63.48

2 Wire Harness Repair (82998-12420) $3.76

I just ordered mine....thanks for the great tip!

Boo

dack41 · 02-01-2006, 07:11 AM

How did you wire to the HVAC lights? I want to do this mod but want to make sure I have everything ready.
Thanks.

SP Jon M3 · 02-03-2006, 03:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dack41

How did you wire to the HVAC lights? I want to do this mod but want to make sure I have everything ready.
Thanks.

Here, check out the updated site. It now shows you what pins to tap into for the power.

How To: Iluminate Tacoma 4x4 dial

docktortal33 · 02-03-2006, 05:23 AM

when i ordered my parts i took the price engineerboo got and i paid the same

EngineerBoo · 02-04-2006, 03:26 PM

That website, also, had the D-rings I've been looking for. (My Tacoma only came with two, near the rear, but I need 2 more near the front to secure my motorcycle.)

The set of D-Rings is PT785-35054 and costs $19.20. (MSRP is $25.)

Git R Done!

Boo

BrandonM7 · 02-05-2006, 01:36 AM

It's really worth $65-$100 to you guys to have the 4x4 selector lit?

SP Jon M3 · 02-05-2006, 01:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrandonM7

It's really worth $65-$100 to you guys to have the 4x4 selector lit?

Honestly, it's not that easy to see the switch at night. You don't use it all that often, so it's nice to be able to look at it and know where it is vs. feeling around for the switch. Makes it that much quicker to engage.

"Is is worth it?" I think it is.. but that's me.

EngineerBoo · 02-05-2006, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BrandonM7

It's really worth $65-$100 to you guys to have the 4x4 selector lit?

Not really....it just proves the point that you can't give a redneck money!!!

(I do a lot of 4x4 driving in the winter here in Colorado)

Boo

BrandonM7 · 02-05-2006, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EngineerBoo

Not really....it just proves the point that you can't give a redneck money!!!

(I do a lot of 4x4 driving in the winter here in Colorado)

Boo

Good answer.

05TRDsport4 · 02-13-2006, 01:02 AM

I'm looking at doing this mod, however I'm wondering is there anyway to brighten up the illumination? I appears from the link that this is a very dull illumination, especially in comparison to the rest of the dash lights, can we put in a brighter bulb or anything??

Thanks.

SP Jon M3 · 02-13-2006, 01:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 05TRDsport4

I'm looking at doing this mod, however I'm wondering is there anyway to brighten up the illumination? I appears from the link that this is a very dull illumination, especially in comparison to the rest of the dash lights, can we put in a brighter bulb or anything??

Thanks.

Someone else who did this mod said they put in one of the bulbs from the HVAC controls. The bulb in there is a lager bulb and it fits in the socket just fine. The only problem is that the bulb is plain white, there is no orange cover on the bulb so you loose the color match.