Fog Lamp Switch


oldjohnny

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So, I'm about to install my fog lamps, so I need ideas on where to put the switch.

I got my hands on a factory original switch for free, but I don't have the radio bezel. I am thinking of running the wires up the the Explorer overhead console I installed and using the Garage Door Opener switch as the Fog Lamp switch. Anyone done this before? Doesn't seem too hard, all I need is a switch that is push activated and is as big as a Garage door remote.

Another option would be to make a hole on my Radio's Dash kit, and installing a regular switch from Radio Shack. It would probably save me from drilling my dashboard, but then again, I don't know how nice that would look right on top of the radio.

Any one has some creative ideas? Maybe pictures of your switches?
 
I like the overhead idea with matching switches.
Can you replace the Garage Door Switch to something else that's available?
Rat Shaq does have a lot of small switch.

Sorry no pics.
 
There is another thread running where the guy is looking for a 2WD Bezel that has the Sw/hole already in place.
Some say to look for a Edge 2WD Ranger.

Just thought I would mention it, search for it.
 
Scrambler82 said:
There is another thread running where the guy is looking for a 2WD Bezel that has the Sw/hole already in place.
Some say to look for a Edge 2WD Ranger.

Just thought I would mention it, search for it.
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I actually have searched (my friend has an 06 Edge)

I got some ridiculus prices, from 50 to 100. Meanwhile, everytime I found one that either had a 4x4 or Rear Wiper, I got a price of 20 to 30 dollars. Now ain't that something. I just decided to put the switch on my overhead console. Now, everytime I push the "Garage" switch, my fogs turn on. I kinda like it. My friend was still a bit amazed at the center console, so I showed how I ran the wires. While I was doing that, I took the liberty of running two wires up there.

I may look for one later on the road. If I ever sell the Ranger, I may have to hide some of the things and make it look stock. I currently have an extra switch from some old KC's that were broken when I bought the truck. The last owner left the broken lights and riped out the wires. All he left was the switch and lights.
 
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I just put mine under the dash. IDK if that will work for you, having a 95 and I have a 86. Just my two cents.
 
Thought about it, but to me, it's either has to be very well hidden, or stock. I want to make the truck look nice. I've seen pics around here of people who have drilled holes into the dash and added a small fog switch, and looks nice, but I don't feel like drilling the hole a bit too big and ruining the dash. I thought about putting it somewhere down there, but I just don't want a big red switch down there. I got my hands on a Bezel with Fog Switch, the only problem is that it also has a Wiper Switch and a Defroster switch. I also accidentally broke the clips that attach the vents, but it still looks salvageable. If I feel lazy during spring break and don't feel like running the wire up to the overhead console, I may just put the Bezel on.
 
I opted to make my own console, but I had more than one switch to worry about. if I had to do it over, I might not have mounted as solidly as I did... or made it out of 1/8" plate...

I keep my wallet in my left pocket, more than once I've leaned over and wanged my head on that thing. Last time I did that, I forgot high school history.


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