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96SilverRam
10-27-2008, 02:06 AM
I took some time today and decided to install the GM cargo lamp that you would normally find in the convertible 4th gen's. It's surprising that GM did not install these units from the factory on all 4th gen's ? I've owned a bunch of 3rd gen cars (All GTA's and one convertible 92) and every one had a nice cargo lamp, for some strange reason GM only put these in convertibles. After finishing the install you would swear this thing came from the factory, installed. I actually pinned out the wiring harness so It would work just like the factory convertible. Unit powers up when you lift the rear-hatch or open a door. I used a super bright (3x1watt) 3 watt LED rigid loop super white. It looks fantastic in person.

You will need to cut an opening in the rear cargo material, but GM provide a rectangular opening in the metal brace just behind your cut. You will want to measure twice and cut once (like the old saying). I would recommend undercutting just a little to make it snug (you only get once chance).

PICS:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y194/96SilverRam/Cargolight9.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y194/96SilverRam/Cargolight3.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y194/96SilverRam/Cargolight13.jpg

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y194/96SilverRam/Cargolight14.jpg
will
10-27-2008, 11:54 AM
I didn't realize they didn't put those in hard-top cars. Is there a light on hatch anywhere?
96lt1m6
10-27-2008, 12:24 PM
very nice instal...
i definately agree with you,GM should have put a light here. the dome light is simply not enough!
96SilverRam
10-27-2008, 12:30 PM
IIRC, they only install cargo lights on 4th gen convertibles ? I have never seen a 4th gen coupe with a cargo light, always a dome light.

Thanks
stilltime
11-07-2008, 09:24 AM
Looks clean, good install.
Blackbird96WS6
02-15-2014, 08:25 PM
I know this is an super old thread, but I like this and want to add it into mine, since there's apparently no clear dome light cover and it dims out the red I put in really bad. This would be a great supplement IMO. How would you wire one of these into a coupe?
popo8
02-15-2014, 09:01 PM
IDK that ur gonna get any resp man. 2008... and I have not seen any of the names in just as long.

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popo8
02-15-2014, 09:01 PM
...other than 96...

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Blackbird96WS6
02-15-2014, 09:03 PM
Even if they're all gone, I found one for sale for like $15 shipped on Ebay, just wondering where to wire the power in to, ground is easy to do. Would want it to light up the same as the map/dome lights whenever the doors or hatch are opened.
popo8
02-15-2014, 09:24 PM
cant u wire hot right off the reg dome above the headlinner?

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Blackbird96WS6
02-15-2014, 09:33 PM
cant u wire hot right off the reg dome above the headlinner?

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That's what I was thinking, just have no idea where to get to that wire and don't want to pull my headliner lol. Hoping someone can clue me in on the easiest spot to get to it.

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popo8
02-15-2014, 09:59 PM
yeah.. u will have to pull the headliner to get it and run it hidden from the dome.

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Blackbird96WS6
02-15-2014, 10:09 PM
yeah.. u will have to pull the headliner to get it and run it hidden from the dome.

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Blah, that sucks. Time to do some digging through my repair manual and shbox.

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96SilverRam
02-15-2014, 10:21 PM
If you give me a few days I will pull the car cover off and look to see what wires I tapped. IIRC, I think it was triggered off the dome light. This was definitely not a difficult project. It probably took me longer to actually cut the hole for the light than it did for the install, LOL. You might also want to get a nice LED light for the holder. I have a 3 watt SMD and it is bright.
Blackbird96WS6
02-15-2014, 10:30 PM
If you give me a few days I will pull the car cover off and look to see what wires I tapped. IIRC, I think it was triggered off the dome light. This was definitely not a difficult project. It probably took me longer to actually cut the hole for the light than it did for the install, LOL. You might also want to get a nice LED light for the holder. I have a 3 watt SMD and it is bright.

Planning to drop in a red 9 LED festoon to match the rest of my interior. :thumbup: I'd definitely appreciate you checking where you tapped in to! Btw are you still in DFW?

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Blackbird96WS6
02-18-2014, 11:33 AM
96SilverRam any luck on getting a chance to check your car?
Blackbird96WS6
02-20-2014, 05:45 PM
Well, got my trunk lamp in the mail today. Time to start fiddling with this, since I can't find squat for info about this thing anywhere online. Gonna need to find a 2-prong female plug for it that I can use to wire in, too.
Blackbird96WS6
02-27-2014, 12:40 PM
Posted my own how-to install on this mod in my LED write-up. Thanks for the idea, OP!
96SilverRam
02-27-2014, 09:14 PM
Glad you got it all figured out. Good looking bird :)
Blackbird96WS6
02-27-2014, 10:21 PM
Glad you got it all figured out. Good looking bird :)

Thank you!

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