How to Install Car Interior Led Lights Hardwired In Any Car

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  • @progamer1o5
    @progamer1o5 3 місяці тому +15

    Finally someone who shows how to hard-wire them and not just stick them and plug to the charger plug.
    Next thing I want to learn is how to add a physical button to activate and deactivate them

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  3 місяці тому

      Easily done you got this 👍

    • @theyetibiker4190
      @theyetibiker4190 4 дні тому

      Did you figure this out? If not it's a pretty simple process if you still need to know how to do this and I can point you in the right direction.

  • @delrey-p
    @delrey-p Рік тому +12

    Perfect. Thanks for that. Like how he does it properly, not like the other dudes.

  • @flwerblueblue4593
    @flwerblueblue4593 2 роки тому +175

    bro i jus wanna learn where to put the wires

  • @constantinpascal3907
    @constantinpascal3907 2 місяці тому +1

    Bro you are the best ! Respect from Romania 🇷🇴!!!

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 місяці тому

      That's awesome thank you bro 😆

  • @slaternapier1640
    @slaternapier1640 Рік тому +2

    I jsut added my first phase of LEDs on my car, hardwiring was super easy with having so many extra slots to choose from in the fuse box. can't wait to expand my lights

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for reaching out that sounds awesome 👏

    • @slaternapier1640
      @slaternapier1640 Рік тому +1

      @@The_journeyy thank you for sharing this video, it was very helpful in how i installed mine

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      That means the video is doing what it's supposed to glad to hear it 👏

  • @dreamernawid
    @dreamernawid Рік тому +9

    You're a bloody legend man. Thanks for the video!

  • @sk14126
    @sk14126 3 роки тому +10

    Sick video man, real clean install. Cheers brother

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  3 роки тому

      Thanks bro, in hindsight video was a bit long didn't want to miss anything but when I look back I could probably dropped it down to five minutes

  • @yusufc.5258
    @yusufc.5258 6 місяців тому +1

    I appreciate all the information given in this video, and how cleanly you did it, thank you!

  • @poetjake
    @poetjake Рік тому +5

    Video is perfect man. Really well explained. Thanks

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      Thank you for watching and the feedback Poetjake 😀

  • @crazytech5755
    @crazytech5755 2 роки тому +15

    For people worrying about the fuse inside the "lighter" switch you cut off, don't.
    You'll be attaching it to a fuse regardless. So if a short happens it'll just fry that fuse anyway.
    So the old one isn't really needed.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +3

      Hi David I'd not seen anyone commenting on the fuses in the comments must have missed it but yeah agreed if your keeping the original lighter wire switch you don't need to worry about adding a fuse as that already has one inside
      But if they're planning to hardwire it in like shown in this video and don't use a fuse all of us Engineers know that won't end well 🤣

    • @crazytech5755
      @crazytech5755 2 роки тому +1

      @@The_journeyy I just use the fuse adapter, and plug into my "lighter" ports fuse. If there is a short with the lighting kit, that fuse alone should blow.
      Am I wrong?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +1

      I'm not sure if I'm getting exactly what your explaining because I can't see the setup
      But I believe what your saying is you use the fuse adapter and you don't plug in an extra fuse for the lights, you rely on the fuse for the cigarette lighter?

    • @crazytech5755
      @crazytech5755 2 роки тому +1

      @@The_journeyy No I plug in an extra fuse into the adapter, so there is now two fuses in the adapter. That's how I saw it done in other videos, I'd assume that's probably right. So far I've had no issues.
      I was saying you don't need the plug in one that the lights come with. But instead use an extra fuse in the adapter when doing it that way for a hard wire

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +2

      I get what your saying thanks for taking the time to clarify that for me and yes that's right that's what I've done as well its the right way and safest way to do 😊

  • @hebreulw
    @hebreulw Рік тому +1

    Sick sick video, perfect timing as I'm working on small polo project👏🏽🔥

  • @putbinoot
    @putbinoot 2 роки тому +2

    Nice video, not sure if you will see this comment but i would class the bottom row in the fuse box as the supply/live/feed side and the top is the load/draw.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      I saw the comment 🤪 and thank you mate and ooo interesting its been a while since I did this I'm guessing I classed it differently? Hope your well 😊

  • @barbecuesauceeyebrows8254
    @barbecuesauceeyebrows8254 5 місяців тому +1

    3:13 for spare slots, do they get a specific current? Can you just use any?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  5 місяців тому +1

      If it comes on with the ignition and provides the voltage stated on your product you can use it

    • @barbecuesauceeyebrows8254
      @barbecuesauceeyebrows8254 5 місяців тому +1

      @@The_journeyy would you recommend checking with the multimeter how much voltage it gets before plugging anything in? Also, if no current is listed, I can use any kind of fuse?
      By the way, i just wanna thank u from the bottom of my heart for helping me, a beginner, by answering my questions. U are paving the way for a new wave of car enthusiasts!

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  5 місяців тому

      You want to use a fuse that is the right fuse for the lights you can work out what fuse using the formula but for these small lights you won't require a fuse that's bigger than the one I used in this video P (Watts) ÷ V (Voltage) = I (current amps)

  • @vlader7515
    @vlader7515 Рік тому +3

    Think it’s possible to have them only come on when it gets dark like with the DRL lights?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      It's possible to do it but you'll have to know what circuit the drls are on in your car 😊

  • @malcolmgodshield6837
    @malcolmgodshield6837 Рік тому +2

    Hey man I just opened my Volkswagen polo door 2013 and it refusing to fully close back to the original state

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      it sounds like you've either broken something or have not put it back properly I wasn't there with you so without seeing it I couldn't tell you what the issue is there's loads of videos for the Polo on youtube have a look at those for the door and that should help you narrow down the problem

  • @saimshahzad9419
    @saimshahzad9419 Рік тому +2

    Hey mate any help my car's fusebox keep giving 14.4 volts and my ambient lighting keeps going funny any help? what I can do my led lights keep going faulty.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      To be perfectly honest I wouldn't know I wouldn't be able to find the problem without diagnosing it myself in person. There could literally be multiple things that could be causing that if I was fault finding this I'd start with the obvious things like is the battery working at the correct voltage, then I'd check why I'm getting 14.4 volts which much higher than the 12 volts I'm looking for at the fusebox possible issue there what's causing it?, next after that I'd check my wiring on the ambient lights but that wiring is simple so I can't imagine that would be the issue but always worth double checking. The ambient lights your using are designed for 12 volts like most accessories in a car and your fusebox is putting out too much voltage that will cause those lights to play up as their not designed to be working at that voltage your issue is probably not uncommon for your car have a look online someone may have experienced it already and put the solution online good luck

  • @bubbygreen5844
    @bubbygreen5844 2 роки тому +4

    So i tried this, and they powered but after like 10 seconds i started seeing smoke. I think there is too much current running into the LED lights and they started to over heat. Any suggestions on how to fix or why this might be?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +3

      Hi Bubby green It's hard to really say what could be the cause of your problem without seeing your wiring my best guess so far is you've tried to Jerry rig the lights by connecting them to the cigarette lighter and you've not connected them through the fuse box using the correct fuse for the lights how have you done your wiring?

    • @mikedisco
      @mikedisco 4 місяці тому +1

      That's!!! what im afraid of on my brand new 2024 car..... I will just use the cig lighter instead, but thank you for showing me that fuse adapter. that things cool for a jam. Also nice direction and video quality. I think most people are afraid of a few things:
      - Will this drain my battery?
      - Will this mess up my electrical wiring and or my warranty if the car is new?
      - What if you cut it and end up with more wires like another use had before?
      Two wires would be ideal, but I am worried about overloading, under loading, etc.... I do have a multimeter to test, but I think im just gonna make it look neat with the cigg lighter method it comes with. Thanks again for your video for the world.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  4 місяці тому

      @mikedisco thanks watching and the great feedback 😊

  • @radimovo_tajemno
    @radimovo_tajemno 4 місяці тому +1

    Did this on my mk4 golf, thank you so much man 😉

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  4 місяці тому +1

      Glad it helped!

    • @bosanackalesijanac
      @bosanackalesijanac 4 місяці тому

      Where did you draw the power from, also trying on my mk4 but don't know where to connect the ground

  • @barbecuesauceeyebrows8254
    @barbecuesauceeyebrows8254 5 місяців тому

    2:36 it seems as though the red wire is power, and the black is ground. Is this correct? If so, how can you tell?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  5 місяців тому +1

      Yes the red is the power and black is ground it's a common know fact in engineering when it comes to colours used if you want to check you can test it using a multimeter

  • @rossanoibba6882
    @rossanoibba6882 Рік тому +2

    Is it possible to wire it to the cigarette lighter power source instead of the fuse panel, just it seems too complicated for me and I don't have all the tools, in case there's a short it would fry the cigarette lighter fuse right?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +4

      It is possible to wire it to the cigarette but safety wise it is not a wise decision and I wouldn't recommend it

    • @mikedisco
      @mikedisco 4 місяці тому

      I think you meant just plug it straight into the cigg lighter?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  4 місяці тому

      @mikedisco that's works

  • @drake3898
    @drake3898 Рік тому +2

    How did you decide what size fuse to install to run the led strip lights? And what size was it?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      I knew what my power usage is and the voltage the kit uses from that I could then calculate the current its simple the formula for is Current = P (Watts) ÷ V (Voltage) hope that helps. If I remember correctly it was a 1 amp fuse have a look in the description I put all the items used in there :)

  • @fatema2259
    @fatema2259 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi brilliant video!! How do u turn of the rainbow welcome when starting your car

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  3 місяці тому +1

      Mine don't have that for yours check the app

  • @wero4546
    @wero4546 6 місяців тому +2

    Yo love this video but i have a question i cut my cigarette lighter off and stripped the wire but i have 4 wires red, black, green, and whitw

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  6 місяців тому

      Sounds like the manufacturer of the ones you picked up has a different wiring configuration that's unusual shouldn't have that many different wires in there that makes the job a lot harder for you and without the wiring diagram from the supplier its a no go easiest thing to do is pick up a new set

    • @jakerahmed2097
      @jakerahmed2097 3 місяці тому

      Use red and black... green and white is your data positive and negative.

  • @BcottStudios
    @BcottStudios 9 місяців тому +1

    Excellent video!!

  • @amaanaslam1590
    @amaanaslam1590 3 місяці тому +1

    Hi,
    My earth is too far away to strip only a bit of the casing so would I need to strip the casing as far as needed to expose the earth wire and then cut off the excess red wire that isn't needed? And is it okay to have the earth way which is thin exposed. Should I just wrap it up with some casing or something? Would appreciate any help hugely.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  3 місяці тому

      It's fine to adjust the red wire to the size that you need it and then expose the earth I'd wrap it with insulation after but if you don't have that electrical tape will do never leave wires uninsulated

  • @eloypaz
    @eloypaz Рік тому +2

    Muy buen video, estuve buscando mucho tiempo por qué no quería usar la toma del encendedor, sabía que tendría que haber una forma más prolija de hacer la instalación y por fin la encontré! Gracias 😊

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      me alegro de que hayas encontrado una mejor manera gracias

  • @crackolackin3099
    @crackolackin3099 Рік тому +2

    I’m having the issue where my LED stays on. I have it in the radio fuse but with the car completely off the lights stay on?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      The radio circuit in cars typically stays on in most car manufactures I've not seen one that differs from that yet you chose a circuit that is always on so the lights will stay on easy solution is look for another circuit that comes on and goes off when the ignition is activated the answer to how you can do that is at 3:10 on this video without a multimeter it will have to be a plug and try until you find one

  • @tiagoadcosta
    @tiagoadcosta 4 місяці тому +1

    do those led kits save your color/brightness, etc settings or do you have to open the app everytime to set them up?
    i want to do a OEM style effect. hardwired it in, put a switch on the dash and just turn on and off after setting up the first time. is that possible?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  4 місяці тому

      The ones I had in my old car did but from time to time if I disconnected the battery they'd forget a good set will be what your looking for

  • @Amateurhourz
    @Amateurhourz Рік тому +2

    Very good video. thanks!.

  • @adamk2110
    @adamk2110 11 місяців тому +1

    Great video! Just a quick question, do I need to have a reader to check the volts? I have a fuse checker which lights up so I could still see which side has the power and which doesn’t but not the readings. Would this be an issue?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  11 місяців тому +1

      No you don't need a multimeter it's possible to figure out which slots come on with the ignition and which don't without any gadgets 😁

  • @CHUNKSTV
    @CHUNKSTV 3 місяці тому +1

    do they come on with ignition on your chosen colour or do you still have to use remote to turn them on !!

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  3 місяці тому +1

      The ones I have do some might not all depends on how they're programmed by the supplier

  • @BetweenTwoForks
    @BetweenTwoForks Рік тому +2

    perfect! Thank you! No more mickey mousing it into the dome light like I did when I had my first car lol

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      No mickey mousing no more glad it worked well for you bro 😆

  • @onepercentuz
    @onepercentuz 7 місяців тому +1

    Can we connect the wires to cigarette lighter cables with fuse?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  7 місяців тому

      You can but its not a good idea and will fail and end up causing a fire

    • @onepercentuz
      @onepercentuz 7 місяців тому

      what if I use a fuse?

  • @morganlong8335
    @morganlong8335 Рік тому +1

    doing this job on a 2019 puegot 208 and was wondering is the process the same as the fuse box is slightly different and a bit more compact

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      Hi the wiring principles will be exactly the same the fusebox might however be in a different place and your earth might not be the same bolt and maybe another bolt or screw 😀

    • @morganlong8335
      @morganlong8335 Рік тому

      @@The_journeyy will the earth bolt be something like a bolt that bolts the door to the car or anything metal in the car?

  • @salvadorno2708
    @salvadorno2708 Рік тому +2

    how did you know what size fuse? 5amp? 2 amp?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      I'm an electronics engineer by trade if your trying to calculate yours here is the formula for what fuse rating you need the formula Current (Amps) = Watts / Voltage on your lights if you look at the label it will tell you the watts of your product and the voltage it requires and you can then work out the fuse to use hope that helps 😀

    • @preang886
      @preang886 9 місяців тому

      My lights are 18w, so with 12V power that’s an amperage of 1.5A. Will using a 5 amp like you did be ok or do I have to buy a 1.5 amp?

  • @toxichazard5015
    @toxichazard5015 Рік тому +1

    Could you wire this up to the interior reading light so they come on when the door is opened?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      Yeah its possible I'd check before adding them to that circuit that the extra load your adding to that circuit isn't going to overload it

  • @zeek1071
    @zeek1071 Рік тому +1

    Bro where you at, plz come and help me put up ambient lighting in my car. You done a neat job 👍🏻

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      I'm up in Hampshire if I had time I definitely would come and help but I've got so many things going on with work and life needing my attention thanks for the kind words 👏

  • @fluxii436
    @fluxii436 Рік тому +1

    Hi, i bought a usb hardwire kit and the ground wire (black) is too short for me to ground it into the area you grounded it, is there any other areas closer to the fuse box that i could set the ground ?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      Not that I saw but to be fair I did not look too hard you can always extend the ground wire so it reaches or if you've any luck you'll find another area 😊

  • @Yunuz21
    @Yunuz21 Рік тому +1

    Do I need to put a fuse in the fuse Adapter? I have empty Spots and i want to Connect it to my Ambient Lightning. In a Tutorial which ive seen, the guy wasnt using an extra fuse. He just put the Adapter in without any fuse

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      Yes you need to use a fuse in the future adapter for the lights no fuse means possible fire if those lights get faulty 😁

  • @sethsomner960
    @sethsomner960 Рік тому +1

    Let's say I wanted to extend the long side for a more clean install in the rear door panels would there be any issue with me cutting and adding some wire to extend the leds farther back to go through the door harness?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      I can't see any issues with that I'd just make sure I get the same gauge wire to extend it with hope that helps 😊

  • @OverOut
    @OverOut 3 роки тому +3

    great tutorial, thanks bud. channel is looking great. subscribed for more so keep going and best of luck. great speaking voice too.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  3 роки тому +2

      Hello Over and out thanks for the feedback about the channel and support I've got a lot more content coming and I hope its going to get much better over time 😊

    • @freezingcold8114
      @freezingcold8114 3 роки тому

      Shush

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  3 роки тому +1

      🤣🤣🤣 look its NIKO and his catch phrase

    • @OverOut
      @OverOut 3 роки тому +1

      @@The_journeyy looking forward to it.

  • @THECUBER108
    @THECUBER108 Рік тому +1

    So if I’m putting this in the back of my car, that’s where the fuse box is, where do I put the crimp terminal part? Does it need to be on the fuse box or on any metal bolt?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      I'm not sure what you mean by crimp terminal? Do you mean where do you put the earth? The process for connecting to your fusebox will be exactly the same as shown in this video the location of the fusebox doesn't change the process once you've plugged in the power supply into the fusebox the earth can be connected to any bolt that's connected to the cars body which is grounded or any other earth wire have a look online to find where your earths on your car are if your not sure how to spot them hope that helps ☺️

    • @THECUBER108
      @THECUBER108 Рік тому

      Yeah the terminal part that’s the ground. My fuse box is in my boot and there isn’t really any bolts to connect it to except some painted screw ends, I’m guessing I’d need to sand off the paint and add a nut to them for the ground to work correctly?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      Yeah if you've established those screws are connected to an earth then for the best connection it's best to do what you said that's how I'd do it hope that helps 😊

  • @dookesb539
    @dookesb539 Рік тому +1

    Thanks bro massive help!!!

  • @IsraelMendiola
    @IsraelMendiola Рік тому +2

    Do I have to mess with all the wiring or could I just use my cigaret charger to plug get the lights to light up

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      You can use the cigarette lighter but its not the correct way to do it and it could potentially fry the lights/cause them to misfunction or potentially cause a fire hope that helps

  • @Fluxy98_
    @Fluxy98_ 2 роки тому +4

    I tried installing this aswell in the same car you have but unfortunately I can’t fit the lighting in the little gaps how did you do this? If I try it while pushing hard the plastic on the light will bend and not go in…

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +2

      Hey Fluxy98 I had the same issue when I first started trying to install mine especially whilst the panel was attached to the car door I believe the gap that's there is tiny and completely seals up when the door card is on
      I discovered it by accident when my door card was off if you push on the top of the door card a little it exposes the area after that you don't need to push on it just slide the fibre in.
      Any issues let me know 😊

  • @matthiasdaenen325
    @matthiasdaenen325 10 місяців тому +1

    So I've got 12V power from my car. But the led lights i got are 5V. I can't just cut the cigaretteplug off because it has a transfo in it?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  10 місяців тому

      If the lights are designed to work with 5V then I can't imagine they'll do well with a 12V supply into them unless there's a step down transformer in there without actually seeing them in front of me I can't say it's like answering a question blindly with too many unknown variables

  • @sophieboogaard191
    @sophieboogaard191 11 місяців тому +2

    What kind of app did you use for controling the lights?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  11 місяців тому +1

      The factory one provided by the supplier in the box there's a card with the name you just download it and your good to go

    • @sophieboogaard191
      @sophieboogaard191 11 місяців тому +2

      @@The_journeyy Thank you very much for your response! Unfortunately, this card was not included with me. However, I think I have found the app. Thanks for your nice videos, keep it up 💪🏻

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  11 місяців тому

      That's terrible service from the supplier I'm glad you found the app and thanks for watching the video 👏

  • @kassidy3995
    @kassidy3995 2 роки тому +1

    So Im wanting to add footwell under glow leds and door panel trim leds to my truck. I already installed a starlight headliner, I connected 2 different projectors and ran them to one of my fuses with the wire tap (I used speaker wire to lengthen the wires, don't know if that's a no no) it's been running for almost a year now with no issues. Im wanting to do the same thing with the footwell leds and door trim leds, I want to connect them together and run them to one fuse. Do I have to worry about overloading my fuses with this type of install and should I swap the speaker wire to something else? I don't know a lot about electrical but so far the stuff I have done has not blown up in my face but I don't want to end up making a mistake

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      Personally I wouldn't do it because there's a risk of it playing up at some point because both items are pulling on the same load but in theory as long as the fuse your plugging into is enough for both accessories it should be fine, the headliner sounds like such a good shout I bet it looks so good

  • @thelettucepreacher1276
    @thelettucepreacher1276 Рік тому +1

    Can you just use trial and error if you don’t have a multimeter or would you trip something?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      Its possible to use trial and error when checking for a spare fuse slot that comes on with the ignition

    • @thelettucepreacher1276
      @thelettucepreacher1276 Рік тому +1

      @@The_journeyy nice one mate thanks. Very good video.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for the kind words 😊

  • @Carelesskiller7861
    @Carelesskiller7861 2 роки тому +1

    Hi, I’m trying to install these in my car, I’ve done everything and when I plug into the fuse box every single fuse option lights up the lights even when my ignition is off. Could you help me please ?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +1

      Hi there Amir, its much easier to see what fuse ports are always live if you've a multimeter
      If you don't have that you'll just have to try each one until you find one that doesn't stay on after your ignition goes off
      When I did it in the video it only took me a second because I've a multimeter you can pick up a cheap one for between 6-10 quid online or in Halfords hope that helps mate

  • @kylemarienthal
    @kylemarienthal Рік тому +1

    Thanks for doing this video!
    Can you put the same gauge(?) or amp fuse in the fuse tapper? Like if I'm plugging into a 7.5 amp can I take the original 7.5 and a new 7.5 and plug both into the tap?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +2

      Whatever fuse you calculate is needed to run your lights that fuse needs to be smaller than the original fuse in the circuit your tapping into I touched on why in the video 7.5amps is far too large for small lights like this they should be a similar size to the fuse I used in mine typically for small lights like that thanks for the kind words 😊

    • @kylemarienthal
      @kylemarienthal Рік тому

      ​@@The_journeyy Do you have any videos that go in depth into how it works? I'm going to install a 12v cig outlet in my glove box and don't fully understand how the electronics are supposed to work. its called a 12v outlet, but the battery is a 12v battery, right?

    • @Nodnarb69
      @Nodnarb69 9 місяців тому

      @@kylemarienthalyeah 12v. Make sure when youre checking with the multimeter to check while the car is off as well to make sure its not hot. You can use the same amp fuse just dont do more than the original. Just for a cig lighter 5 amp is fine.

  • @GiakomoTerranski-xq3wg
    @GiakomoTerranski-xq3wg 10 місяців тому +1

    How do I connect the black wire to the bolt? Sorry I’m not english native so I did not understand that part

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  10 місяців тому

      Your better off using a self drilling screws like I did than trying to remove that bolt

  • @Tom-so4sj
    @Tom-so4sj 11 місяців тому +1

    Hi mate just brough the footwell lights from autobeam for my mk8 2019 ford fiesta st-line. Came with a micro 3 fuse connector, however the install video provided was for a mk7 fiesta with a different fuse box. I've got access to my fuse box however they isn't any free connectors. Any suggestions on how to connect the lights?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  11 місяців тому

      Find a slot that's already got another fuse that's for a none essential circuit and then use a wire tap with two slots I made a video that shows that full process on here

    • @Tom-so4sj
      @Tom-so4sj 11 місяців тому +1

      ​@The_journeyy cheers mate how will I know which fuse is a non essential circuit?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  11 місяців тому +1

      Have a look on Google for the fuse box lay out for your car it will tell you what the rows are for or the car manual I'd the choose one connected to non essentials like radio, interior lights and stay away from fuses for airbags or safety items like that 😊

    • @Tom-so4sj
      @Tom-so4sj 11 місяців тому +1

      ​@@The_journeyy cheers mate really appreciate all the help I'll have a look tomorrow

    • @Tom-so4sj
      @Tom-so4sj 11 місяців тому

      @@The_journeyy could you link me the video you made showing the full process please mate

  • @rcexteriorcleaningservices6908
    @rcexteriorcleaningservices6908 2 роки тому +1

    Hi, could i wire these straight onto a leisure battery with an inline fuse? thanks

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +1

      Hi I've not tried that myself but I believe these were made to be run by a car a battery. A power source is a power source however so if the source you was using was reliable and provided the power requirements required in theory you should be able to power them up whether or not the lights would last or behave properly is another question 😊

  • @SantinoBaylac
    @SantinoBaylac 10 днів тому +1

    Hi or connect it so that it turns on when the car is unlocked and turns off when the car is locked? thanks

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  9 днів тому +1

      That can be done also if you know how 😊

    • @SantinoBaylac
      @SantinoBaylac 9 днів тому +1

      @@The_journeyy I don't know at all, can you put it on the car radio fuse or the cigarette lighter?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  9 днів тому

      @SantinoBaylac you can but it's not the correct way to do it and can cause damage to your car, the correct way is shown in the video

    • @SantinoBaylac
      @SantinoBaylac 9 днів тому +1

      @@The_journeyy Thank you, I will look for the 12v after contact

    • @SantinoBaylac
      @SantinoBaylac 6 днів тому

      @@The_journeyy hi , Hi, how many amp fuses did you put in for the LEDs?

  • @TheBWLBOY41
    @TheBWLBOY41 2 роки тому +1

    Great vid budd really appreciate the tutorial

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      Thank you mate I'm glad it could be of some use 😊

  • @kurtiskuhl8677
    @kurtiskuhl8677 2 роки тому +1

    My car doesn't have a convenient grounding screw or bolt. What can I do for grounding?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      That makes it a little harder but personally if I didn't have a convenient ground I would look for a close by ground for one of my accessories and use a t-tap wire connector to connect my cable onto that it's easy and requires very little tools have a look for videos on UA-cam for electrical grounds on your car or look on Google hope that helps if you still have any questions let me know

  • @Sane-ix2xp
    @Sane-ix2xp 5 місяців тому +1

    I cant get enough power to get the blue colored lights. I only got red and green for now :D . Any tips?

    • @Sane-ix2xp
      @Sane-ix2xp 5 місяців тому

      update: I connected the wires straight to the battery and I still aint getting enough power

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  5 місяців тому

      There's something off about the way your wiring it or you've got a defective slot your tapping into tell me more about your wiring so I can get an idea of what might be the issue

  • @benrolands15
    @benrolands15 Рік тому +1

    Could I put a switch in to use to turn them on and off? Where would I put it?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      It's possible that you could put a switch but it would be a lot more hassle than I would say its worth have a look online for ideas of location 😊

    • @benrolands15
      @benrolands15 Рік тому +1

      I'm actually putting two sets of leds in the car. One set is for the dash that I want on when the car is running. And the other I want to be able to turn on and off in the car.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      The good ones come with a little remote that will be the easiest no fuss solution as you can just turn it off that way abit like a switch minus the work required to install it

  • @ss_0234
    @ss_0234 Рік тому +2

    Don’t get me wrong certain things don’t make sense in the video lyk where nd how the wires for the front leds were hidden nd routed, but once you take apart the trim pieces u get how he did it. Nd jus a recommendation imo it’s better to route the rear lights thru under the door trim pieces if Ygwim

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      I like the routing the rear wires under the door trim that's a good idea

    • @ss_0234
      @ss_0234 Рік тому

      Another thing is you don’t need to hard wire it straight away if you don’t have the tools atm as long as you’ve fit everything properly in terms of hiding cables nd routing it bring the 12V charger to driver side nd when u have the tools you can hardwire without needing to take everything apart but may vary dependin on ur brand of light

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      😊

  • @ElTrupii
    @ElTrupii 2 роки тому +1

    Is there any problem if I use a 15 amp fuse?? Im trying it and it doesn't work, I've checked the voltage and everything is right, I don't know whats wrong

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      Yeah there is it won't be safe and if something goes wrong with your lights that fuse will allow a fire to happen before it does anything you need the correct fuse for the power usage your using try a 5amp that will work :)

    • @ElTrupii
      @ElTrupii 2 роки тому +1

      @@The_journeyy ok thanks man Ill try

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome bro I will look forward to hearing how good your footwell lights look 🔥

  • @chrisrigsby8935
    @chrisrigsby8935 Рік тому +1

    Would it also work to tap into the acc fuse? I was thinking of doing that with mine because I would like them to turn whenever your key is in the acc position or whenever you turnover you vehicle to start it and I would also like to them turn off automatically when you turn off your vehicle. It is starting to get annoying to turn off and on in the 12v outlet lol

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      It's possible to do it you just have to figure out what circuit that's on and go from there 😊

    • @chrisrigsby8935
      @chrisrigsby8935 Рік тому +1

      @@The_journeyy So basically I could find a empty relay spot, like a 5 or 10 and see if that would work or not?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      I've never done it that way I'd have to look it up to see I personally just use the cars fuse boxes or a tap on a circuit that can handle an additional load. I'd have to look into that

  • @ammadtastic264
    @ammadtastic264 Рік тому +2

    What about on a seat ibiza

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      It's a vag group car I don't see any reason why you couldn't install it. I've not owned one yet but I'm pretty sure the installation would be pretty much the same the fuse box might just be in a different place but the principles the same hope that helps 😊

  • @Senlachh
    @Senlachh 2 роки тому +1

    Could you hardwire them to the car headlight switch so they turn on when you turn on your headlights?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      Its possible to do that its called piggy backing

    • @brianiswrong
      @brianiswrong Рік тому +1

      When I fit mine ,iam going to see which if any spare or fuse (to use a piggy back) is powered when my light (auto) turn on, failing that I will wire to a spare ign on fuse.

  • @ondrejnarozny7481
    @ondrejnarozny7481 4 місяці тому

    Hi. I acidentally bought LED strips with USB connection, is it possible to hardwire it aswell?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  4 місяці тому

      It's a USB the wiring for that will be different so I have no idea it's most likely possible but if I was you I'd just order the proper one

  • @alexneudorf9691
    @alexneudorf9691 2 роки тому +1

    Do the lights still work for you? I hardwired a set in my Jetta a while ago and they slowly turned from red to pinkish and then quit working. Not sure if too much power was going through them or what. Any pointers?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      Hey Alex, mine still work perfectly. That does sound rather odd to be fair unless you just got unfortunate and got a faulty set. I only got my set off Ebay pretty sure they were just the cheap typical set from China. How did you hardwire them did you do that piggy back thing from the cigarette lighter or the proper way through the fuse adapter?

    • @alexneudorf9691
      @alexneudorf9691 2 роки тому +1

      @@The_journeyy I actually tapped into the power wire from the light switch so that when my lights are on my interior lighting is on as well. I just got a new set in. Higher end Govee RGBIC lights ($40ish CAD) and I’m going to try to keep the cigarette adapter attached cause it’s got a few resistors and such in it so maybe having to pass through that before it gets to the lights will protect my lights a little better. There’s also a fuse built into the cigarette adapter so that is probably a little safer.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +1

      I thought you might be doing something along those lines, personally I wouldn't do it that way as it often causes issues when you piggy back off another supply like that. Good shout on the gove set they're definitely worth the money 💰

    • @HT-ns7hz
      @HT-ns7hz 2 роки тому +2

      @@The_journeyy ​ @Alex Neudorf so how would you connect the wirings to the light switch then as I am looking to do the same and would want the ambient lighting to come on when I turn the beams on rather than when the engine turns on, please let me know!

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +1

      Easiest way is you'd have to jerry rig into the light switch which is not stuff I'd do personally do due to my background with wiring but you'll find a good amount of people doing it here. There is a proper way to do it but it's more work thanks for the idea I might make a video on it in the future 😀

  • @Krokobil24
    @Krokobil24 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for your information!Keep it up and dont give up!✌👍

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      No worries Vlad thanks for the feedback 😁

  • @JFJ1153
    @JFJ1153 Рік тому +1

    Nice Video! Didn't know about the fuse adapter. What size fuse did you use?

  • @leodemi23
    @leodemi23 Рік тому +2

    I just wanted to know how they put the lights in my car so we could do it to my boyfriend's car. I think this is too complicated for him. 😅 but my lights turn on when i turn on the headlights

  • @Pipboy83
    @Pipboy83 2 роки тому +4

    Thanks Bro, you explained it perfectly, i was dreading doing something like this yet you made it seem so simple :)

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +1

      I'm glad you thought it was helpful bro, its actually not too bad

    • @Pipboy83
      @Pipboy83 2 роки тому +1

      @@The_journeyy I've also subbed :) Keep up the good work man

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      I appreciate the support thank you will do 🙏

  • @thurston383
    @thurston383 10 місяців тому

    Could they be wired to the dimmer switch for the other lights? Seems a good option so you can dim them with the rest of the

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  10 місяців тому

      I've not had a chance to test that theory but yeah possibly

    • @thurston383
      @thurston383 9 місяців тому +1

      @@The_journeyy would be good, can’t seem to find any videos of people doing it, not gonna rush to start dismantling my car as I’ll probably fuck it up, allways feels like somethings gonna break when you pop bits off 😆

  • @dmbeatz1118
    @dmbeatz1118 8 місяців тому

    What should happen if instead I tapped into fuse number 59 or 39 ( right and left dipped beam) , would this mean that when I turn on the headlights with the switch , the footwell lights turn on? And when headlights are off, footwell lights go off etc ? I’m looking for a way to make the led lights turn on with the headlights
    Thanks

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  8 місяців тому

      I have no idea what those fuses are for as I don't have the wiring diagram for the car I simply used my background in engineering to do this job

    • @dmbeatz1118
      @dmbeatz1118 8 місяців тому

      @@The_journeyy ahh right that’s fine, I’ve got a polo too , looking to connect it with the headlight switch but can’t seem to find any videos on it

  • @jackiesinx927
    @jackiesinx927 8 місяців тому

    hello i have a question
    does it stay on on daytime while driving? or i can turn it off
    thank youu

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  8 місяців тому +1

      it can be turned on or off

  • @HT-ns7hz
    @HT-ns7hz 2 роки тому +1

    @journeytomydreamcars bro do you know how to install the LED lights that come without the plug ie they come with just loose tip wiring that ask to be connected to the door power supply etc

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      If they're the ones that come with just loose positive and negative wire and no plug you can just put a fuse tap at the end like mine and wire them into the fuse box hope that helps 😄

    • @HT-ns7hz
      @HT-ns7hz 2 роки тому +1

      @@The_journeyy yeah it is the one with a 12v+ wire and one 12v- wire, would the fuse tap go into the fuse box as got 14 wires and some for the door that are not long enough to be rooted back to the fuse box and seller said there's main and sub control boxes if that makes sense

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      A fuse tap would give it power but I'm not sure exactly what all the wiring would look like for your set I honestly couldn't say how I'd wire it up without actually seeing it to see what it needs

  • @ivanbogic6988
    @ivanbogic6988 2 роки тому +1

    Tnx so much for this 🍻

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you for taking your time to watch the video 👏

  • @Dj_Ganty
    @Dj_Ganty 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you so so much for this👏🏼👏🏼

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      Hey Dj Ganty I'm glad it was of some use 😊

  • @MrRickjansen
    @MrRickjansen Рік тому

    Very Nice video super clean !! I want to Made dis with te ambienlight strip like whate number fuse I need for There I want only want on strip from left to right

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      I can't remember what size the fuse I used was did this a while ago but I mentioned the size in this video 😊

  • @unnikrishnan7913
    @unnikrishnan7913 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks much. That helped

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      Hello Unni I'm glad it helped 😊

  • @crazyorange49-OG
    @crazyorange49-OG Рік тому +1

    I know this is a supper old video idk if your gonna respond but is there a reason my lights don’t turn of when I turn off the car I have a 2015 Chevy Cruze

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      If your referring to these type of lights yes. If your lights don't turn off its because they've been wired up to a part of the car that doesn't turn off when the ignition goes off some circuits in the car stay on but they use a very low amount of voltage connecting these lights to that can drain your battery
      My lights are wired up to a spare ignition fuse which when the ignition is off no power runs to them hope that helps 😊

    • @crazyorange49-OG
      @crazyorange49-OG Рік тому +1

      @@The_journeyy oh I see my car didn’t have any fuse slot that turn off I tested each ones even the one with fuses In it. Thanks tho

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      No worries 👍

  • @SpaaceTV
    @SpaaceTV 5 місяців тому +1

    c’est quoi comme fusible qui est mis sur l’adaptateur de fusible ?

  • @arditomeri
    @arditomeri Рік тому +1

    How its the name of app you have

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому

      The Manufacturers of mine use an app called happy lighting different suppliers use different apps the name of the app will be in the box for your manufacturer

  • @TheLondonHero
    @TheLondonHero 2 роки тому +2

    Hey bro, amazing video, been looking for this as I don't want to use the v12 socket! Quick question, do the lights remember your previous setting when you turn the car on? Essentially want to set a colour and brightness and never touch the app again.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      The ones I've do recall the settings I think the only time they forget is if you disconnect the battery but I can't speak on all the manufacturers for these being like that. I'm glad the video was helpful thanks for watching 😊

  • @strayjames8751
    @strayjames8751 7 місяців тому +1

    Would buying the USB connection be fine and not have the risks that come with the cigarette lighter connection? Don't trust myself to hardwire lol

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  7 місяців тому +1

      Yeah that would be definitely better than piggy backing into the cigarette which is never a good idea

    • @strayjames8751
      @strayjames8751 7 місяців тому

      @@The_journeyy Cheers mate 👍

  • @MsCh1mp
    @MsCh1mp 2 роки тому +1

    nice vid mate. was that 5amp fuse?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      Thanks dude and yeah its a 5amp fuse I used 😊

  • @addiesdaddie
    @addiesdaddie 5 місяців тому

    Do you have a link to the led kit you installed?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  5 місяців тому

      They ran out of stock so the link I put on this video you'll find similar ones

  • @lilayemanuel8769
    @lilayemanuel8769 Рік тому +1

    Bro where can i go to get the lights installed into my car ? Im looking for a easier and cheaper way to get my leds installed bc I dont think I could do it myself 😅

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      I am not sure where exactly based on where you are but I'd reach out to local car modification places they might be able to do it for you but I am not sure how much that would cost to get it done privately I can't imagine it would be cheap.

    • @lilayemanuel8769
      @lilayemanuel8769 Рік тому

      @The_journeyy Bro is there any way you could assist me with installing mines in? I have a toyota camry and led lights rn. I will cash app you or zenmo you for helping me. Please lol

  • @carlosrojas6260
    @carlosrojas6260 2 роки тому +1

    Hi, just a quick question, I did mine as you explained in your video but my lights never went off, they are on all the time, I took the 10amp fuse that also works for the normal interior lights and those ones went off when the car is close/lock but not the new one, the only way to turn off these ones is using the remote control, is any way to make them work with the car? like opening/closing the door etc...like the original lights? or you can only turn on/off using the remote control? thank you.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +2

      Hi Carlos thanks for reaching out, what car do you've? Its hard for me to answer your question without seeing your setup but judging by what you've said your wiring is not done like mine
      I didn't want wire up to an interior light which from what you've said is what you've done? I wired up mine using a fuse adapter to a spare fuse slot on the car that comes on and off with the ignition being turned on
      With the way yours is wired because they're always on they can drain your battery If your trying to wire up to the interior light of your car you'll need to use another method.

  • @MysticalDante
    @MysticalDante 3 роки тому +3

    Oooooooo colours go brrr

  • @The_journeyy
    @The_journeyy  3 роки тому +1

    Check out the following video showing how to install AMBIENT lighting ua-cam.com/video/vszjoGkST14/v-deo.html

  • @Alphasig336
    @Alphasig336 Рік тому +1

    You should also test to verify the fuse doesn’t have power when engine is off. Likely but not guaranteed. Also if
    Your undoing center console just split to cigarette wiring harness in console no fuse jumper needed

  • @Fin-yg9ud
    @Fin-yg9ud 4 місяці тому +1

    If I’m getting 12v at the top of the fuse slot instead of at the bottom like in the video do I simply flip the way that I insert the fuse adapter

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  4 місяці тому

      Yes all I would do is just check that a few other slots on the same line showed 12v volts and if they did that means yours are wired that way round I believe your car is a European one?

  • @jasonhernandez6291
    @jasonhernandez6291 2 роки тому +1

    Good idea for those who are noobs

  • @maanimrankhan2265
    @maanimrankhan2265 Рік тому +1

    Nice work done mate, but it’s too much for me to comprehend 😂 please i wish you could do it for me

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  Рік тому +1

      Thank you bro appreciate the kind words 😊

  • @legistermusic7342
    @legistermusic7342 Рік тому +2

    Are you Jamaican?

  • @vladganganu5752
    @vladganganu5752 8 місяців тому

    how do i find ground wire in my car?

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  8 місяців тому

      Have a look online for the workshop manual for your car or look for videos on UA-cam I couldn't physically tell you about ground points for a car if I've not seen it and checked in real life

  • @kcypriote5
    @kcypriote5 2 роки тому +2

    When I get my polo I would pay you to do this for me.. If you can what will you charge

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      Hi there thanks for the kind words if I started doing it for cash it would take away from the fun I get from it its different when your doing it for a customer as opposed to for yourself if you know what I mean 😁

    • @kcypriote5
      @kcypriote5 2 роки тому

      @@The_journeyy nah I feel you bro.. If you did though I would definitely be interested 👍🏾

  • @lucianludi330
    @lucianludi330 2 роки тому +4

    So I'm trying to figure what I did wrong.. They killed my battery 😂🔋

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +1

      Sounds like you wired them incorrectly bro 🤦‍♂️ I'm guessing you connected your leds to a part of the car that's always on and its drained your battery.
      Have you got a polo like mine, I'm on insta send me a picture of your wiring

    • @lucianludi330
      @lucianludi330 2 роки тому +1

      @@The_journeyy I got a corolla e12, not sure what fuse I connected it to but swapped it this morning and connected it to the cigarette light fuse instead since I haven't got any spares like you did. And since cig turns off when car is off it should e grand now but will test and see how it goes anyways.

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому +1

      The Corolla is a nice car glad you found the solution to the problem you was having 👏🔥

    • @lifeisamazing9980
      @lifeisamazing9980 2 роки тому +1

      @@lucianludi330 wouldn't that mean lights will stay on during day driving if you forget to switch off from button and cause unnecessary lifespan shortening of the LEDs.

  • @zee7998
    @zee7998 Рік тому +3

    thats so long

  • @lovelivinglife9818
    @lovelivinglife9818 2 роки тому +1

    Yo can you do my polo bro

    • @The_journeyy
      @The_journeyy  2 роки тому

      If I had the time I would but time isn't something I have much of these days I've got two sets of work commitments 😊

  • @haydencomau
    @haydencomau Рік тому

    damn having to suffer the hassle of that interior is rough, takes about 5min max to get access to that in my subaru lmao