3320 and 4 Aux Lights

[HarleyEnough]

A previous post that I started began some conversation about adding 4 aux lights (2 forward above the blinkers and 2 rear, all on the ROP). A couple people mentioned ordering all 4 but their dealers wouldn't install or gave warnings when installing. One mentioned the light switch wouldn't handle that much current and another was told that the alternator could not keep up with all 6 lights at the same time (4 Aux and 2 headlights).

Well they just installed my 4th light and gave me the warning that the directions say the light switch won't handle the current and could be damaged. I've used them a couple times and they seem to work fine. Has anyone else done this and has anyone experienced any problems? Burning up switches, anything getting hot, alternator not keeping up, etc...?

 

[JD3520]

Your 3320 and my 3520 are the same basic tractor. Why take a chance on burning up your light switch and maybe your tractor? I do not know if you have the upgrade on the cruise control but if you don't there is an alternate solution. You can go to a marine supply store and buy switches to go into the spaces on your right fender. A gator light switch from JD will also work and keep it "ALL JD". They snap right in. You just neet to remove the two screws and two 10mm bolts from under your fender to raise the console. 5 minute job to remove and replace. Run a hotwire to the fender and you're all set. I also put in a couple of cigarette lighter plug-ins while I was at it.
I do not know about the alternator pull. It depends on your alternator output as I believe JD has a standard and a high output for our tractors.

Just a thought.

 

[rockyridgefarm]

Yeah do the console switch, and get the Optima Yellow 51, you'll bne in good shape....

 

[slaveToHorses]

you could also just put in a relay. Get a driving or fog light relay from any auto parts store. Almost easier than replacing the switch

 

[matthew3120]

This weekend I am putting 3 more switch in on my 3120.I have the forwarding and daul rear work lights already but it am putting in grille strobes and 2 work light from JD dealer that will light up the sides of the tractor.And a beacon light for the top of the ROPS.There is 3 out lines under the console where my cruise control switches which there is 3 and the fourth has a switch for my trailer marker light option.The other 3 will be mounted in front of that for the new light switches. Here is a picture of when I got the tractor with the forwarding lights and daul rear work lights.Will post a up graded pictures of the console.

matthew3120

 

[jmt1271]

I was under the impression that the limitation was caused by the standard alternator. The upgrade alt can handle the additional current. I have a hard time believing the switch can only handle 2 auxillary lights. My $.02.

 

[jmt1271]

This weekend I am putting 3 more switch in on my 3120.I have the forwarding and daul rear work lights already but it am putting in grille strobes and 2 work light from JD dealer that will light up the sides of the tractor.And a beacon light for the top of the ROPS.There is 3 out lines under the console where my cruise control switches which there is 3 and the fourth has a switch for my trailer marker light option.The other 3 will be mounted in front of that for the new light switches. Here is a picture of when I got the tractor with the forwarding lights and daul rear work lights.Will post a up graded pictures of the console.

matthew3120

Which alternator do you have?

 

[BloomingtonMike]

It would depend on amp draw and the gauge wire used as well. Many switches may not withstand the amp draw from 4 high beam lights. In your car the switch itself does not pass the full current that goes to the lights.

I say install a switch that controls the low amp circuit to a relay and use the relay to pass the full amps to the lights.

Maybe I will install this tomorrow on my 3320 and do a write up on it.

I will see if I can get a gator switch from my dealer in the morning. Anyone have the part numbers handy for the switch that fits the 3320 right hand panel.

 

[BloomingtonMike]

JD3520 did it right. I searched and found his JD Switches reply.

Part number for the gator switch is AM117324 BTW. Thanks JD3520 for the info!

JD3520's Picture Here

 

[JD3520]

Wish I could take credit for the switch idea but someone else on this forum came up with it. I just took the idea and ran with it alittle further. Since that pic I have installed two more switches. Don't need them yet but it looks nice. The wire I orginally ran was big enough for this expansion.

Don't forget to fuse the wire at the origin with an in-line fuse or fuse link.

Remember a 10mm nut driver, a phillips screwdriver, and two minutes will have the console removed so removal of the dummy blocks will be easy and not trear up the console. Don't try prying them out w/o removing the console or damage will occur. There is plenty of work room once the console is removed.

 

[rockyridgefarm]

I noticed that my JD switches were rated at 20A which is a pretty good load. But a relay may still be a great idea.

Wire size can really be an issue, As voltage goes down, wire size gets crucial. That is one reason there is a switch to 42V going on in the automotive industry. Low voltage motors are the other biggy.

On TEN series tractors the install is pretty much the same, but there are no blanks to remove. Instead they had an outline of the cutout, and a dremel tool is used to cut the opening.

 

[matthew3120]

I have a 55 amp alternater up grade but the standed 40 amp will work just as good.To be truthful if you put them side by side they look the same.


Matthew3120

 

[BloomingtonMike]

I did start the install today. I bought the gator switch this morning and it is installed and wires to it are routed, loomed, and installed. I also have the 8ga power wire routed, loomed, and installed to the back. I bought an 8ga AGU sealed fuse holder tonight while I was at Circuit City before dinner (got to love car audio fuse holders as they look sharp and are waterproof). I will install it in the morning at the battery. I am also going to install a spade connector rail system in the Radio Shack "kit box" that gets powered by the 8ga wire once the lights are on and the new switch is turned on. This is so in the future (probably Christmas) I can order up some JD lights (Will order 2 front and 2 rear - I like the look of them) and two more switches to (these two switches I will install in the front of the 3320 panel - will have to cut those out) so that I can then power the Aux front and rear llights independantly and seperately from the regular tractor lights. This switch I installed will activate the rail (and the cig lighter receptical) and then each of the two new switches will each control a set of lights - one the front pair of lights and the second the rear pair of lights.

 

[BloomingtonMike]

Relay/Switch/12V Receptical Instructions/Mod Write Up Here

You can use this setup for ANY 12 item such as 4 sets of lights, Ipod, Power Chill Cooler, Whatever you want. Enjoy.