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Discussion in 'Audio & Video' started by cv41, Nov 4, 2018.

  1. Nov 4, 2018 at 1:57 PM
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    cv41

    cv41 [OP] New Member

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    HEY GUYS & GIRLS ! I WANT TO TAP INTO A 12V HOT WIRE CLOSE TO TOP CENTER OF MY WINDSHIELD TO POWER A DASH CAM THAT WILL HANG FROM MY REAR VIEW MIRROR POST AND I SEE 2 POTENTIAL SOURCES . 1) I HAVE A WIRE ENTERING THE BACKSIDE OF MY AUTO DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRROR. 2) CLOSE TO MY MIRROR ARE THE PUSH TO ILLUMINATE CEILING READING LAMPS UNDER A PLASTIC TRIM COVER. IM NOT SURE IF THE WIRE GOING INTO THE BACKSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR WOULD BE 12V BEING THAT THERE IS DELICATE SOLID STATE ELECTRONICS INSIDE; MIGHT BE ALREADY STEPPED DOWN VOLTAGE ;NOT SURE. I NEED 12V.. ANYONE OUT THERE INSTALLED A DASH CAM WITHOUT RUNNING A LONG POWER CORD FROM THE CIGARETTE LIGHTER. THANKYOU FOR READING MY ESSAY... STUIE
     
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  2. Nov 4, 2018 at 2:13 PM
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    TXMiamiFan

    TXMiamiFan SSEM #3 and tractor extraordinaire

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    WELCOME FROM COLORADO

     
  3. Nov 4, 2018 at 2:14 PM
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    FoghornTX

    FoghornTX Proud American and Infidel since 1968

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    It seems that Stuie is mad af about tapping into 12v.
     
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  4. Nov 4, 2018 at 2:57 PM
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    Blueknights75

    Blueknights75 040 IS THE FASTEST

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    Welcome Neighbor! Let’s see pics of your Tundra!!
     
  5. Nov 4, 2018 at 3:03 PM
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    Jim LE 1301

    Jim LE 1301 Camaro Lover, SSEM # 11,TTC#179

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    Welcome from NY.
     
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  6. Nov 4, 2018 at 4:21 PM
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    madmatt

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    You may want to hit it with a voltmeter and see. Sorry, but that’s the best answer I have for you. And welcome. Also I’m sure someone with a lot more knowledge than I have will
    Come along and answer you.
     
  7. Nov 4, 2018 at 4:26 PM
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    Casper421

    Casper421 Toyota RidgeTrac driver!

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  8. Nov 4, 2018 at 5:08 PM
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    Danimal86

    Danimal86 Looks clean even when its dirty!

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    I used a mirror tap to install a radar detector. It was easy.
     
  9. Nov 4, 2018 at 5:24 PM
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    dandailey

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    Bakflip Revolver X2 ,Nestahedition Firestalk antenna, TRD dual exhaust, WeatherTech liners, in channel deflectors, 20% tint front, Tundra bed mat.AFE pro dry s filter,SA XDM 3.8 compact 9mm., Wheel to wheel N-Fab 3 steps.Lamin-X yellow on fogs, Bilstein 6112's top setting, BFG KO2's 275/70-18.Pioneer HU, JL RD amp, Focal speakers everywhere.
    WELCOME FROM SE VA....;)
     
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  10. Nov 4, 2018 at 5:32 PM
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    TXRailRoadBandit73

    TXRailRoadBandit73 YOTAS,RAILROADER,RÖKnRÖLLN',BEER,MAX/GEMMA

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    Welcome from Texas
     
  11. Nov 4, 2018 at 5:56 PM
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    Pinay

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    Mahal kita Kuya
    :wave: Hi and welcome from SoCalif!
     
  12. Nov 4, 2018 at 6:02 PM
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    tenntundra

    tenntundra 2013 SR5 crewmax Barcelona red

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    3" suspension lift, BMF 20" wheels 305/55/20 nitto ridge grappler tires,painted RED bushwhacker fender flares,fold up tonneu cover,100 watt led fog lights,led interior lights,borla dual exhaust,tinted windows,window vent visors, Toyota hood protector,toyota step bars,spyder carbon fiber floor mats,k&n air filter,painted brake calipers red, installed red lug nuts on wheels remote start.
    Welcome from East Tennessee
     
  13. Nov 4, 2018 at 6:55 PM
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    Phishindude

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    Hi from Colorado!
     
  14. Nov 4, 2018 at 6:56 PM
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    Welcome from Nevada
     
  15. Nov 4, 2018 at 7:08 PM
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    FoghornTX

    FoghornTX Proud American and Infidel since 1968

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