[bill4x4]

Boy the 05' sure is different. Anyone with info what to jumper on the 05' for the 12 V power outlets with key off ?

 

[bill4x4]

I just checked my fuse box and can't see it being the same. Let me know if there is a simple solution on the 05'

 

[bill4x4]

Also see Tacoma 4x4 Tech - Remove your 2nd charcoal air filter for more HP.

 

[remelad]

The linkis down on the initial post, does anybody have more info? I'm looking to mod my '05

 

[Timstoy]

Did it sunday
works perfectly but now I have to remember to turn thing s off that are plugged in
Thanks
I've always wanted to do that

 

[remelad]

Ok...I figured out the quick and easy mod on the '05's!!! I will be posting a new thread as soon as I finish the write up!!

 

[upwithit]

Ok...I figured out the quick and easy mod on the '05's!!! I will be posting a new thread as soon as I finish the write up!!

great, now figure one out for my 96 and we can all have a feather in our cap!!!!! got to have this mod.

 

[bill4x4]

Power Outlet Mod 05

Waiting to here what the heck you did. Let us know how you enabled the power outlet with key off on the 05 Tacoma.

 

[remelad]

Sorry for the delay...been swamped at my shop. I'll get it posted Monday or Tuesday at the latest.

 

[Cracker]

Did it sunday
works perfectly but now I have to remember to turn thing s off that are plugged in
Thanks
I've always wanted to do that

I went one step further, and added a switch in the circuit. I can use that to turn the mod on or off.

My issue is that I have two or three GPS units I use regularly, and its a pain to turn them on and off, and reset the GOTO's anytime I have to leave the truck off for short periods of time.

But, then again, i have a radar detector and other stuff plugged in, and rather than turning everything off when I leave the truck, I can just switch the all-time power mod off with the one additional switch.

I found a nice flush mount, rocker with an LED at Radio Shack that i mounted in my empty clock face. (Jeez, the damn clocks are EXPENSIVE!... )

I figure the LED will help me remember to turn it off, and if i dont use it alot, will help remember WHICH WAY is on or off...

Heres a couple pics of it:
http://www.frontiernet.net/~toyfvr/Taco stuff/Powermod1.jpg

http://www.frontiernet.net/~toyfvr/Taco stuff/Powermod2.jpg

http://www.frontiernet.net/~toyfvr/gps2taco.jpg

 

[bill4x4]

On an 05' ?

 

[miguelitro]

That will be great for blending margeritas!!!

 

[radianguy]

I have a quick question! If I do this mod will I loose power each time I start my truck when the key is in the accessory position?

 

[Footpounds]

No. If you do the mod, you will have outlet power regardless of the key position. I have power even when cranking the engine.

 

[radianguy]

Thanks that's what I was looking for. :kewl:

 

[lotust]

Has anyone tried this on an 05? Oh man I hope it works!

no If it was not posted allready here is the 05 mod.

http://www.tacomaterritory.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10988

 

[radianguy]

Just did this mod on my 04.Great,cheap and it works.Thanks.

 

[MikeAWood]

I did this mod when I first got my truck but rather than use the wiring like in the pics, I used these RadioShack #64-3064 instead. The top on in the picture if bent will slide perfectly in the jack, reinstall the fuse box cover an dyou're done. I think I put some heat shrink tubing around the middle to keep anything from shorting out on it if it fell in there, but some electrical tape would work just as well.

Your mileage may vary

 

[gsgallant]

what gauge wire should i use to bridge this.
thanks

12 guage is more than heavy enough to tackle this job. At that short length 12 guage will handle up to about 30 amps and I think the fuse on the power plugs is 15 amps if I remember correctly.

 

[Bones]

Did this the other night since my fuse for these outlets blew due to a POS cell charger.

Took me 3.2169 minutes and other than forgetting to turn off the XM now, I love it.