ignition switched power source

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ignition switched power source

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So I am having E-Lockers installed in my 2012 JK but to save some money I will install the switches myself. The switches that come with the lockers have a red power wire from the battery, a black ground wire and a blue wire to be connected to a power supply from the ignition. My question is what ignition power supply have others used or do I just buy new switches and forget the blue wire. Eaton could only tell me that their switches need to have the blue connected or the switch will not work. The reason for all this is I don't want to mess up the electrical in the JK. Any help would be appreciated. :confusion-helpsos:
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Re: ignition switched power source

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For my Trail Rocker I tied into the power supply Painless said to. Page 26.


http://www.painlessperformance.com/Manuals/57000.pdf
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Re: ignition switched power source

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The blue wire just energizes the switch when the key is on , like a relay would. The main power comes via the batt. Use a test (continuity) light at you fuse box and find something that comes live with the key. FjR68
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Thanks schwalby and Frank I'll check them out and let you know how I make out.
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Re: ignition switched power source

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Ended up buying an "add a circuit" at advanced auto. I used the M7 fuse , it is for a rear power outlet and the sub woofer. My JK has neither but the circuit is there with a 20amp mini fuse. Took the 20 out and installed the add a circuit and used a 10amp in the top slot for the switches and left the bottom slot empty since I didn't need it. Thanks guy's for your help.
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