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messt99

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First there are a couple of things I like to say; first, thanks to Verebs1 for the guidance and info. Second, the work done here does not reflect some of Verebs1 proper way of doing it. I went my way, the Mexi way. Here we go.

The hardest part was removing the trunk carpet due to these darn clips especially when all I had was 2 small flat heads.
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Just following these clips until u get to the seat. Then, I just cut a hole on the carpet with a razor blade. To connect the ground just use an O ring and this nifty spot.
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Now, run the other wire on the inside of the trim to the fuse box.
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This is the plastic by ur left foot. I pullef this luckily without breaking these clips.
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To finish off, I already had the "Always on" wiring done, and I just piggybacked that for power. I did this because it was quicker, but is ready so I can do it the proper way when I'm not in a hurry.
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First there are a couple of things I like to say; first, thanks to Verebs1 for the guidance and info. Second, the work done here does not reflect some of Verebs1 proper way of doing it. I went my way, the Mexi way. Here we go.

The hardest part was removing the trunk carpet due to these darn clips especially when all I had was 2 small flat heads.
Image

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Just following these clips until u get to the seat. Then, I just cut a hole on the carpet with a razor blade. To connect the ground just use an O ring and this nifty spot.
Image

Now, run the other wire on the inside of the trim to the fuse box.
Image

This is the plastic by ur left foot. I pullef this luckily without breaking these clips.
Image

To finish off, I already had the "Always on" wiring done, and I just piggybacked that for power. I did this because it was quicker, but is ready so I can do it the proper way when I'm not in a hurry.
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Finished product
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I love the Harbor Freight light ... we have one in every room in the house for emergency use.
 
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I love the Harbor Freight light ... we have one in every room in the house for emergency use.
Yeah, they are great lights. I have them in every room too.

That's a good question. I've used the one in the trunk of my MKIV twice in the 9 years I've owned it.:D
For emergencies, right now I just have a tire inflater.
For personal safety, I put my tablet and/or laptop in the trunk charging before I leave the house. Just in case I have to stop at a convenient store before I get to my destination. We are prone to burglaries, aggravated robberies, and theft down here so I hide my stuff so I dont give them an extra reason.
 
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