09 rear power source

[tekfire07]

I am looking to install a flush mounted LED in my tailgate inside cover. So when the gate is open, I can light the area below the tailgate. I plan on installing a switch on the tailgate to control it. So where is my closest 12 volt power source? I was thinking the rear cigarette lighter. Might be the best option. Or dose anyone know of a closer 12 volt constant power source?
Thanks in advance for any help.
Erik

 

[Joseph Garcia]

I had two 8 inch LEDs installed under my rear bumper to provide better backup lighting. I believe that the power source was the cigarette lighter power source in the rear. I have a manual switch under my dash, so that I can use these lights as work lights or for lighting assistance when loading stuff in the back of the truck., as well.

 

[swathdiver]

The wiper motor has a hot at all times wire, B+ or pin E. This power comes from the fuse block on the driver's side of the dash. It's 25 amps, A4/X2 and it's a Red/White wire.

 

[tekfire07]

The wiper motor has a hot at all times wire, B+ or pin E. This power comes from the fuse block on the driver's side of the dash. It's 25 amps, A4/X2 and it's a Red/White wire.

Thanks that will save a lot of wire pulling.

 

[swathdiver]

Thanks that will save a lot of wire pulling.

Keep us posted, would love to see the finished product.

 

[mikez71]

Keep us posted, would love to see the finished product.

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I have been thinking about this as well, planning to place the switch next to the liftgate button on the bottom edge.
Might use rock lights from harborfreight and mount one on the backside of the liftglass latch, that would angle it towards the inside somewhat..
But two recessed lights near the sides might cover more area and prevent you from completely blocking the light when loading.