Spod, worth it?
JK Freak
Joined: Oct 2012
Posts: 832
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From: Sabina, OH
I built my own system, as well. I call it the RPOD. Cost is below:
10 - 12V 30A SPDT relays w/pigtails = $25
RR A pillar switch panel = $20
Daystar lower switch panel = $20
9 switches w/LEDs - OTRATTW = $16
8 circuit fuse block = $10
1 - 40A circuit breaker = $10
Wire, heat shrink tubing, crimp connectors = $25
2 - terminal blocks = $20
1 aluminum plate = $0
Total = $ 290
Plus about 5 hours of my labor.
10 - 12V 30A SPDT relays w/pigtails = $25
RR A pillar switch panel = $20
Daystar lower switch panel = $20
9 switches w/LEDs - OTRATTW = $16
8 circuit fuse block = $10
1 - 40A circuit breaker = $10
Wire, heat shrink tubing, crimp connectors = $25
2 - terminal blocks = $20
1 aluminum plate = $0
Total = $ 290
Plus about 5 hours of my labor.
This is about where I was as well on cost but a lot more time...
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/jk-w...-swank-270966/
JK Super Freak
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 1,589
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From: Pasadena Maryland
Keep in mind SPOD still needs to be wired and setup. It's not a complete system... All of the SPOD and similar systems need to be wired up.
How does it have to be wired and set up?
Two mounting screws and hook it to the battery. Done !!
I love mine.
How does it have to be wired and set up?
Two mounting screws and hook it to the battery. Done !!
I love mine.
JK Super Freak
Joined: Dec 2006
Posts: 1,589
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From: Pasadena Maryland
JK Freak
Joined: Apr 2013
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From: Ventura, CA
This is about where I was as well on cost but a lot more time...
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/jk-w...-swank-270966/
https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/jk-w...-swank-270966/
JK Freak
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 896
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From: Ventura, CA
It's not to bad to build your own... honestly it just takes time really.
Keep in mind SPOD still needs to be wired and setup. It's not a complete system... All of the SPOD and similar systems need to be wired up.
I built my own secondary fuse/relay box and my own switch panel. I did this for my Jk and for my wife's. Both look factory, but are 99% separate from the factory system.
Keep in mind SPOD still needs to be wired and setup. It's not a complete system... All of the SPOD and similar systems need to be wired up.
I built my own secondary fuse/relay box and my own switch panel. I did this for my Jk and for my wife's. Both look factory, but are 99% separate from the factory system.
JK Jedi Master
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 14,800
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From: Midwest City, OK
I like mine. But it isn't magic. You do have to wire in each controlled device. For a rear locker, this involves wiring from The Source (by the washer reservoir), under the body, to the rear axle. For an overhead rack lightbar, wiring through the cowl, up the overhead rack, to the light assembly. This doesn't change no matter how you control your accessories (ignoring the gimmicky "wireless" solutions).
JK Super Freak
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 1,934
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From: Seattle, WA
I like my SPOD. Made wiring things up a lot easier and cleaner.
Also let's not forget that it helps saving battery power. In case battery voltage goes below a certain level it shuts down the accessories connected to it. This could make a big difference depending on where you are.
Also let's not forget that it helps saving battery power. In case battery voltage goes below a certain level it shuts down the accessories connected to it. This could make a big difference depending on where you are.
JK Super Freak
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 1,102
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From: Beachside, FL
Big fan of my sPod. Like Mark, little over a year after purchase, had one small problem with a switch and they were more than helpful with the troubleshooting and helping me find the problem.
Add the fact that it's a vehicle specific application, I'd go with them any day...though an eight switch offering would be great!
Add the fact that it's a vehicle specific application, I'd go with them any day...though an eight switch offering would be great!
JK Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 259
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From: Lancaster, CA
For the past 34yrs most of my cars have had aftermarket light/electronic mods of some kind. First the first time it is nice to not have to crawl under the dash, remove the seats and or center console while wiring. To me, just that alone makes it worth it. Now the only major PITA is wire looming.
JK Junkie
Joined: Nov 2013
Posts: 3,703
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From: The Dirty South
For the past 34yrs most of my cars have had aftermarket light/electronic mods of some kind. First the first time it is nice to not have to crawl under the dash, remove the seats and or center console while wiring. To me, just that alone makes it worth it. Now the only major PITA is wire looming.
