2008 MC Ballast Upgrades....Anyone done one yet?

[forcel0]

As long as it has power it will light based the model number ordered at the time

https://www.carlingtech.com/toggle-switches-lt-series

If you followed the relay diagram where your switch is switching the +12VDC then the lamp goes to ground. If you are switching the ground then the lamp needs to go to +12VDC.

[Francois]

Hi skeeler
I plan to do this on my x2 2007. What type of relay did you use? Does it need a specific type of relay?

Thanks

[tr6coug]

Originally Posted by Francois

Hi skeeler
I plan to do this on my x2 2007. What type of relay did you use? Does it need a specific type of relay?

Thanks

He's been gone for several years, but any automotive style 12V 30A relay should work. Some come with mounting tabs so you can screw them down to a panel. Here is an example of some waterproof relays from Amazon. You can get this style relay at any automotive store.

Relay Link

[Francois]

Allright thanks man!

[Francois]

Originally Posted by Bmarine

I just did this bypass on a 2008 X1 2 relays per pump works great.
Question: Did yall figure out what to do with the green LED wire?
I'd like to hook it up if I can.

Hi bmarine
Do you have a picture of your work? i tried this to but it doesnt work. does the ground and the power need to be connect with a buss bar?

Thanks

[snork]

Skeeler

[igormaster]

I just put together demo version of two relay per pump system based on the diagrams posted. Everything works! the LED wire is connected to power wire on the switch just as it is on original set up on ballast 3 gauges panel (2007 X45). The RED LED on the switch is always on, since there is no controller to tell it to go on only when the switch is turned to fill or drain. So the LED is always on; just showing that there is power to the ballast system. It stays on whether i fill drain or in the middle position. It will work for me. I will take pictures when i put everything in the original box. As as side note i have three controller boxes for sale (two [programmed by TR6 cougar and one just purchased from wakemakers A1 type I am sure they are all fine for what they are intended but i am done with artificial intelligence; i want on, off, and reverse). Will let em go all three for $150 if any takers.
igor