Cab lights installed!

[clintusaf]

I would need a little nerve to start drilling holes in my truck. Probably take me 3hrs so I can make VERY sure that I marked everything right lol

Well rammer, i definitely had some help with some liquid courage. goes by the name of Busch! not too many though. it could turn out real bad then!

 

[csarver]

I just got my cab lights delivered. I was going to use a knock out tool for the roof holes but this cost $135 at the local Lowes. I thought about just drilling, did this work ok for you and how big did you make the holes for the wiring?

 

[DaveBen]

I used a 5/8" or 3/4" hole saw for the wires. Cheap compared to the knock out tool.

Dave

 

[BIG JOE]

Or.... A Step Drill Bit.. works well too. Drill a 1/8" pilot hole.. then use the step drill.. to get to the desired diameter hole ?



Joe

 

[rammertide07]

I like to use a punch (the kind you push in and it "pops!!") to make an indention. That way the bit is less likely to wonder around. Then use the step-up bit....looks like a big bit with a small bit on the end.

 

[mike.germann]

nice job! mad respect for DIY!!

 

[csarver]

Thanks for the info guys. I thought about the step up bit. I think Ill pick one up and try to install this weekend. (man I hope I dont get any leaks, my buddy with the Duramax will never let me live it down if it starts leaking). Ill let you guys know how it turns out.

 

[hawkdriver]

Is there a factory wiring harness in every truck regardless if it came with lights from the factory?? I want to put some on mine eventually.

 

[hawkdriver]

And if there isn't factory wiring can you buy just the harness from the dealer for the lights and plug and play? I would buy the lights themselves elsewhere just curious about the wiring aspect. Could just make my own I reckon.

 

[DaveBen]

No wires in the roof, unless you got the lights. Like you said, you can get the harness for the roof lights at a Ford Dealer for something like $15.00.

Dave