Installing 12v in Gladiator Truck Bed

[SKETCHY JEEP]

Finally undertook the task of adding 12v to the bed of the Gladiator for the main purpose of powering my 12v fridge/freezer. Got majority of the things off amazon and my local auto store (links in description of video) and got to work. Very pleased with the way things turned out. I've gotten the question on why I didn't just run the power wire straight to the battery and use the switch in the bed instead of running it to my auxiliary switch. The main reason was to have the ability to cut power while in the Jeep, example being a water crossing on the trails and being able to turn it off to avoid any electrical issue and turn it back on after. Check the video out and tell me what you think.

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[Blade1668]

Great write up and video. I skipped the locking rings on mine (OEM plate) and pulled out a hot glue gun and I didn't need to seal up wiring with electrical tape. You might want to think about using same gauge as hot wire for ground wire. I wish installed plug-in for switched wires.. so to you for that. In my LJ I used a trailer 4wire connectors that way for a overhead console.

 

[WhiteJT8541]

Well done

 

[Jeeperjamie]

Nice! I appreciate this. I have been wanting to get this done for a while now. Your video gives more motivation to tackle the job. Nicely done.

 

[Sower3213]

Looks and works good. I like the way you walk thru the process

 

[camodog]

Thank you for the video! Much appreciated

 

[The Crusader]

The great thing about this mod is that you can always stick a cheap inverter into it for AC at your tailgate. At least 200W.

 

[dcmdon]

The great thing about this mod is that you can always stick a cheap inverter into it for AC at your tailgate. At least 200W.

You are going to be limited to about 100 watts based on the size of the wire and the 10 amp fuse in the line running to the back.

Of course if you want more, you could just use a thicker wire and a larger fuse.

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