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GRECO



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Work halogen lamp and Reverse led lamp
Hi to all. My work lamp (rear) has continuous power supply. I just wonder, when reversing, if I could also have it in addition to the led reverse light? Any thoughts? Thanks a lot! Georgios
MY12 90 SW 2.2 TDCI
Post #811530 22nd Jan 2020 9:36pm
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landy andy



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That’s what many of us have done.

Switch that is off, on permanently, or on with reverse lights.


Works well, and is an easy add. I didn’t bother with relay to control lights, as power consumption is so low with LED.
Post #811533 22nd Jan 2020 9:47pm
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GRECO



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Hi..thanks for bothering..you mean just connect the work lamp wires to the reverse lamp wires? Georgios
MY12 90 SW 2.2 TDCI
Post #811534 22nd Jan 2020 9:51pm
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landy andy



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Basically yes.

To the switch you provide a
live from reverse lights, (I got my live from tow bar loom electrics)
Permanent live, (you already have this as you have a light)

I used a switch that has three settings. 1-on. 2-off. 3-reverse live.

It spends all its time in the reverse setting, so every time I select reverse my two rear work lights also light up.

If I’m working out the back switch to setting 1 (on)

And position 2 (off) is there if anyone wants to be picky about the law saying I’m not allowed the extra lights whilst on the road. (Never happened yet with 3 Defenders, over many years, even getting inspected by VOSA, or during MOT’s.)
Post #811560 23rd Jan 2020 12:03am
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GRECO



Member Since: 16 Jan 2020
Location: Athens
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Greece 2012 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 SW Bonatti Grey
Crystal clear..thanks a lot for your concern..much obliged! Georgios
MY12 90 SW 2.2 TDCI
Post #811573 23rd Jan 2020 7:28am
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