Kurt, for the electrically-challenged, a tip: I bought the "black box," including installation at U-Haul in Palm Springs, CA for about $30.00. The device, lifetime guarantee, is about $15.00, uninstalled. Usual disclaimers apply Tom Hanlon Palm Springs, CA 84 Westfalia. Kurtis Thomas wrote: > I have done the trailer light setup and the best way as described before is > the solid state "black box" that adapts the 4wire/3-filiments bulb setup > (brake, turn, running lights & ground) to trailer setup. remember most import > cars use the separate turnsignal route while USA cars and trailers use the > same bulb/filament for the brake/turnsignal route, hence the need for the > black box. remember to take your time and seal the splices well so things > don't corrode in there. > > good luck > > Kurt Thomas > 87 Syncro |
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