Extension for 12 volt outlet wiring?

[ShadowsPapa]

There's no electrical section here - so.......
I moved the wire lead for the 12 volt outlet over to near the glove box but it's not long enough to do anything with, even pulled hard to the right, there's just no length, so I had to pop the outlet back onto the connecor next to the glovebox - remove the glove box to access the outlet, put glove box back.
So I'm hoping someone makes a 12" or so EXTENSION that will plug into the existing 12 volt outlet connector and allow me to run that lead to a better place and actually re-install the 12v outlet on the right side somewhere.
I'd have to rip the dash center apart to extent those wires by cutting and putting more wire length in, all that stuff and would rather something I can simply PLUG INTO the existing connector.

I didn't really figure on using that 12 volt outlet this soon - but am finding I really miss it, especially now that I have a lighted wreath on the grill LOL

I did run the wire for the wreath up into the truck, pulled the glovebox out, pulled really hard to get access to the connector I had strapped up next to the glove box so it wouldn't get lost, plugged another 12 v outlet to it and plugged the wreath wiring into it - stuffed into the area to the left of the glove box. It works, but geesh, I have to pull things apart to get to it again.
I wanted to use that because it's switched with the accessories - off when truck is off, on when truck is on. Perfect for this purpose.

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[Hootbro]

Quadratec has a pass through tap setup that gives you both connections. You can modify it to do what you want.

https://www.quadratec.com/p/quadratec/12-volt-power-adapter-jeep-wrangler-jl

 

[kevman65]

Quadratec has a pass through tap setup that gives you both connections. You can modify it to do what you want.

https://www.quadratec.com/p/quadratec/12-volt-power-adapter-jeep-wrangler-jl

Kewl, so you can relocate the 12V outlet AND gain a switched connection for another accessory.

 

[Hootbro]

Kewl, so you can relocate the 12V outlet AND gain a switched connection for another accessory.

It's meant as a tap extension and would have to be modified somewhat to act as an actual extension of the 12V receptacle. Main thing it does is that it gives the correct gender connectors so one maintains the factory harness without splicing into it.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

That doesn't extend the existing 12v outlet connector more than about 2", though.

I guess I could get that and cut it for the end connectors. I don't want the other junk on there and need more than the 2 or 3" that would provide.
But at least it's a source for expensive connectors so I could make one.
Thanks - it's more than I had.

 

[Hootbro]

That doesn't extend the existing 12v outlet connector more than about 2", though.

I guess I could get that and cut it for the end connectors. I don't want the other junk on there and need more than the 2 or 3" that would provide.
But at least it's a source for expensive connectors so I could make one.

Yeah, that is why I mentioned you would have to modify it. Not exactly plug and play but all the parts are there.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Could even modify it to extend the 12v outlet further, more where I need it and just let the other stuff be there, as I'm finding, never say never on these bloody Jeeps LOL

 

[kevman65]

Think outside the box, relocate connectors and you have an extension AND a switched aux connection.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Think outside the box, relocate connectors and you have an extension AND a switched aux connection.

There is no box. The box is made up by management. There never was a box.

But seriously, such a connection would be redundant because you already have the 12v outlet.
My plan for "someday" is to get the aux switches. Otherwise that 12v line is on when acc is enabled and off otherwise.
More I think of it, the more likely I'd be to remove the other bits. Besides, can't put my head around yet another hidden fuse up behind or under the dash.

 

[JTPatriot]

Glad you brought this up ShadowsPapa. I was just getting ready to ask this very question. I too removed the 12V plug as I never used it and did not plan on using it, until I removed it and now I am finding things that need it.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Glad you brought this up ShadowsPapa. I was just getting ready to ask this very question. I too removed the 12V plug as I never used it and did not plan on using it, until I removed it and now I am finding things that need it.

The 12v outlet thing was perfect for that lighted wreath. On with the ACC or run position, off when you exit the truck (or 10 minutes, which ever comes first)
I was able to run the wreath lead into the truck, found the outlet I removed and reconnected it up sort of to the left of and behind the glove box and plugged the wreath cord in there. Perfect.
But I'd rather not have to remove the glove box after Christmas to unplug the wreath and remove the wire. I also decided if I change tires it would be nice to plug my Garmin in to get speeds matched up, that sort of thing. I also have an emergency light that plugs into such an outlet.

 

[kevman65]

No, you miss what I'm saying. The connectors are there, all the pins are there. You have to add one wire (blue) to the full length. There is a splice on the connectors end already, 4 wires in, 2 out the other. Move one connector to where fuse block is, short red out of connector to fuse block, then you have your extension, plus a switched accessory connection.

You don't have to source correct connectors or pins, it's all there to make an extension save for the blue wire jumpered between the two connectors, which you probably have the correct sized wire laying around.

 

[JTPatriot]

Where are you looking at relocating the plug, as that is my main question?

 

[ShadowsPapa]

No, you miss what I'm saying. The connectors are there, all the pins are there. You have to add one wire (blue) to the full length. There is a splice on the connectors end already, 4 wires in, 2 out the other. Move one connector to where fuse block is, short red out of connector to fuse block, then you have your extension, plus a switched accessory connection.

You don't have to source correct connectors or pins, it's all there to make an extension save for the blue wire jumpered between the two connectors, which you probably have the correct sized wire laying around.

LOL - you missed my point - I want an extension, not the other stuff.
Yeah, I know how to wire it just based on the picture - my plan is to use the connectors and add whatever wire necessary to make a 6-8" or so "extension" for the 12v outlet wiring.
I've decided I don't want the other stuff. The rest will be cut out.
Name the wire color or color combo and size and I likely have it since I make wiring harnesses.
;-)

In this case, I just didn't have the connectors - but was hoping for one ready-made.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Where are you looking at relocating the plug, as that is my main question?

Not decided fully, yet......... maybe some out of the way place yet not some place where anything plugged in would be in the way or annoying.
I guess I'll have to take another look at the truck and see what hits me.

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