Frankie the Fink
- Reaction score
- 468
- Thunderbird Year
- 2002
I mounted the relay on the left rear fender behind the cosmetic panel and stuck it to the side with velcro tape...
If you switch into reverse with the ignition on and engine off you can actually hear the relay fire to make the radio display work.
I always use this setup for automotive/marine relays; cheap, waterproof and socket along with pigtail leads are included with free "next day" delivery:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N66W2XF/?tag=thunderbirdforum-20
The power wire(s) gauge is overkill for this job but doesn't hurt a thing...put a bit of dielectric grease in the socket on installation and you're good for a lifetime.
If you switch into reverse with the ignition on and engine off you can actually hear the relay fire to make the radio display work.
I always use this setup for automotive/marine relays; cheap, waterproof and socket along with pigtail leads are included with free "next day" delivery:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N66W2XF/?tag=thunderbirdforum-20
The power wire(s) gauge is overkill for this job but doesn't hurt a thing...put a bit of dielectric grease in the socket on installation and you're good for a lifetime.
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