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Old Jan 18, 2013 | 12:41 PM
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Default Driving light wiring.
So I got some new pro comp driving lights in a deal that I made. My question is: can I wire them up to the high beam switch on my headlights? Do I need a special harness etc?
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Old Jan 18, 2013 | 12:54 PM
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If you want to do that I would use the high beam as a trigger on a relay for the lights. Problem is that they will be on anytime your high beams are on which may be illegal.
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Old Jan 18, 2013 | 01:40 PM
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X2. Wire them to a relay. Use the OE circuit for a trigger.

They aren't illegal if you install them in the DOT approved location.
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Old Jan 18, 2013 | 01:46 PM
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Not sure if this a dot legal location?
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Old Jan 18, 2013 | 02:42 PM
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Not sure if this a dot legal location?
That's fine as long as they aren't above your headlights and you only have 4 individual lights on at one time, no more. And get a relay for them so they run off the battery and a trigger of your choice (hi beams).
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Old Jan 18, 2013 | 03:12 PM
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Well i am not electrical savvy in any way. What is a relay?
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Old Jan 18, 2013 | 03:50 PM
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Cool thanks where do i buy one of these? Any auto part store?
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Old Jan 18, 2013 | 03:57 PM
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You should be able to buy a complete harness at any automotive store. The kit will come with a relay, wires, fuse holder and a switch too. But you don't have to use the switch.
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