So I took the liberty of hooking one of these up today. Along with a 50 inch lightbar and two a pillar LED lights. I am a complete newbie! And this was extremely easy to do. All thanks to adventureDex for a step-by-step video that made this completely easy and rewarding to do yourself.
Thanks alot for the feedback Joseph! I am glad you used the videos to tackle a installation that you have never done before! Thats awesome! Thanks for watching!
I installed a SPOD on my 2005 Jeep Rubicon. It was an easy install an made the install of a new 17" light bar on my bumper a breeze. I liked having the ability to customize the toggle switches with graphics that compliment their use - such as a Zombie graphic for my light bar and a winch graphic for my winch. Makes hooking/powering accessories easy.
hey bro...just wanted to say thank you for the work and vids you've posted. I've had your vids queued up a dozen times during different mod installs and you've walked me through dozens of issues I ran into. thanks!!
Dude! This is a complete game changer! I’ve never been good at wiring and I always get pissed off with so many cords. This solves all my problems, great job explaining things brother
I built my own box I mounted on the opposite side right next to the battery ran a short wire for for the power source :) I like that box as well 👍🏻 good pricing
thanks for the question, obviously there is only so much water or mud that electronics can take but being in the position it is...unless you intend to completely submerge your Jeep you should be fine. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the comment! I can understand you point but there are pros and cons to everything. This system is made to provide convenience and easy for adding accessories. Thanks for watching!
Nice installation video! The only small con I have about the MLC6 is the interior LEDs never turn off. Probably not an issue since the MLC6 has the LVCO but I will mod those LEDs to be off.
I have watched some of your videos and like the way that you do a step by step install with warnings about potential problems. I have very limited to no mechanical skills but can follow directions, and based on your video I could almost do this....except for the removal of the pillar panels and using the jigsaw to modify. Would prefer to install the switchpod with someone like you who knows what he is doing. Be that as it may, thanks for your very helpful videos...I have just subscribed!!
r g -Look at it this way, even if you botched the trim, so what? Buy a new one and trim again. Otherwise, you'll never learn. Learning by doing gains self confidence. I am guilty of the very same reasoning, that! And I am a lazy character! Cheers!
Good video. The mounting for the positive and ground on the relay pcb really look questionable though. It seems they would be very prone to damage from vibration.
Great vid. I am glad that you explained everything really well. I agree on the cost of SPod. It is too pricey. Thank you. I did not see any ditch lights!
Great video! The price difference is crazy compare to the S pod! I brought the new one which cost me around $750! I wished I had knew that Rough country was coming out with one. Would have saved me a lot of money! You should do a dual light bar or the Rostra Led Daytime running lights. Again thanks for a great video.
Thanks for the comment Larry! I usually use a snake to fish the wires through the firewall. It is up and to the left in the footwell. You will see a rubber grommet. Thanks for watching!
OK, here is what you should add. Add White & Amber wig-wag lightbar or small LED's for events or helping out someone on the side of the road. If legal in your area. Here in Colorado they're legal. Many contractors use them too.
Thank you for mentioning the things you didn't like about it. Blue lights and cutting the trim would be a dealbreaker for me. Hope they come out with a 2.0
Thanks for the comment! I try to make my videos are honest as possible! I recently learned that the switches can be changed so I will be changing mine to custom red switches and the cutting is the only small issue! Thanks for watching!
All RC would have to do is to extend the bracket a little, so that the plastic trim won't hit. One would think it's an easy fix; hopefully they take your comment into consideration and modify the bracket. Great video, though! Keep them coming!!!
think I will wait awhile to see how they hold up, never been a fan of RC so I guess time will tell, I don't mind spending extra if I get quality but I also don't mind saving if good product so I will sit back and wait and see how it holds up over some time
Thanks for your comment, I believe you have a fair assessment however RC has really improved their products over the past few years and honest have won me over. There products are affordable and ware well but I cannot argue that spending more will get you a top quality product elsewhere. It all comes down to what you want to spend! Thanks for watching!!
10:51 it might be simple but my province requires off road lights to be triggered by the the high beam circuit not the ignition. So I would need to have a way to only have the relay trip if the off road light switch was on and the high beams are on at the same time. I also like my fog lights to come on with my park lights or factory fog light. It sounds kind of complicated but once you do it a few times it not so hard. 11:37 That is a good feature. 12:30 I would like to have them green like my dash lights. 12:46 Back up lights. Thanks for the video
Lol blue is prefect for mine. Your jeep is the same color as mine white with black top for me and blue interior and all extras including rock lights interior leds etc
Great installation video. Piece of cake install with your guidance. Regarding the product, I like it however I wished the mounting bracket for the switches was a little more sturdy. Other than that, no complaints.
Thanks for the vid a real clean setup on your light bar you can go to a hardware store and get the anti theft screws that take a special tool too undo them just a thought.
On the custom Switch set you had before you installed the kit you could have eliminated more wires by using a common ground And separate positive leads for each switch
I've watched the video couple of times and how did you run the wires through the firewall because the foam solution the plug doesn't fit . How did you get it through the firewall can you upload a video just for that or pictures because I bought a 2017 Jeep Wrangler and I'm having issues with the switch set up so far.
Just purchased this product because I didn't want to spend the time wiring up a relay box & trying to make it fit, also time consuming. Besides I wanted an over the mirror mount. My suggestion to Rough Country is to make the cover plastic, insulate the inside walls for protection against accidentally having the sides touch the positive lead when putting the cover in place, or providing a rubber insulator that goes over the top of that positive lead bolt. That's what I plan to do, Murphy's Law....if it can happen it will at some point. I'm a safety guy.
As always, great video Dex! I was originally going to follow your video to wire up my A-pillar switches, but this seems like a much simpler installation. I do have a few questions for you. Given the option, would you prefer to have your switches in the A-pillar or overhead console? Which do you find easier to operate? Also, does the new console affect your ability to operate the hard top latches?
Thanks Remi! To answer your questions, The overhead is great value in comparison to the A-pllar since it comes pre-wired and has a few cool features. like the low voltage cut off. Also I needed more than 4 switches so the overhead was a great addition. The overhead does not prevent the hardtop from closing but that latch is tight!! Thanks for watching!
I follow you on all of your mods and have put many on mine thanks for showing how to do these mods great videos ur funny keep doing a great job am in Tennessee and they are interested in all the mods here the jeep clubs so thanks again.
i had really high hopes for this..i ordered it got it all wired up and the 6th switch didnt work and the 3rd switch had to be on for switches 1,2,4,and 5 to work. also the led stay on when the car is off which i hate. the plug on the back that connects is pretty big and make fitting the panel back on harder than it should be. i ended up sending it back. i went with spod and spent more doe to have better dependability. i have the spod and its amazing but it was 800 bucks. This is really nice though for the price as long as it works. fyi the otrattw custom switches do work for this Rc system. i have all rc black series lights running to my spod and love them. i think rc makes good stuff but your mileage may very on the switches. great video
Thanks for the comment! I appreciate and respect all of your input! I think the main point here is cost/value. From my personal experience, RC makes great, reliable and affordable products but of course there is always going to be a more expensive top of the line product that some people choose to buy. I personally think that you cannot go wrong with $200 with warranty. I am sorry to hear that you got a faulty product but I am glad you got sorted out in the end! Thanks for watching!
It is kinda hard to tell from the picture, can you still get your tops on and off easy, looks like it is really close to the front center latch to keep the top down?
The only thing I see which I don't like is the open wires on the switch panel itself (on top)... Im also not a fan of cutting trim parts of the car. They can also think of making the junction box in the engine bay dust proof, I can just think how it will look if one drive a lot of dirt roads. The rest of the product seems top notch!!!
Just bought this and the new updated version has the ability to turn the blue lights on and off with a button located on the driver side of the pod, for the wiring though it still has the positve red cable and an another red one stacked on top of it. I wired the obvious one to the battery, but there isnt instructions on how to or where to wire the other red one stackedked on top of it.
Damn im happy they sent you this product to review. I JUST had this in my cart and was looking for an switchpod install vid because your old SwitchPOD video........ 😬😬😬 sheesh.. Dats all ima say 😂😂
@@adventuredex No prob.. And I just recently bought a brawlee (Done Right) LED light that goes on the rear window glass. That could be your nxt video idea. (Mainly due to the fact that i need help). I would really like to wire the Brawlee light to constant power and having the option of turning it off or leaving it on because it comes with a remote. For things like..... Getting drunk on back of the TG. Plz help if this is possible with this product your reviewing in this vid. And btw i like your name (dex) too seems like I've heard it b4..
That is a super awesome switch pod. But I'm with you regarding the cutouts and the switch colors. They should provide colored inserts so you can choose your colors. My pillar switch pod has a different color for each switch, which makes it easier to find the one you want. Regarding what you should wire up ... I don't know if you already have them or not, but I'm thinking of putting some LED spotlights facing the rear. Just not sure how or where to mount them back there. Any ideas?
Thanks for the input and suggestions! I might switch the switches so maybe the I can change the colors that way. I like the idea of putting some rear facing LED's for backing up and nighttime. I originally had some but took them off. Thanks for watching!
Quick question! I'm new to this switch pod stuff and I just bought some awesome side mirrors like yours...😍 Well, I didn't know that it did not come with the switch pod .. so my question is, which one would you recommend for someone that doesn't have any other light bar or anything else? I just need one for the side mirrors? Thank you so much!!
Thanks for the comment Chantal! It all depends on your needs, the A pillar is a good cheap option but it is limited to 4 switches and a lot of wiring. The RC switch pod does with 6 switches and is prewired! If you can get the Rough Country, then I would say go for it! Thanks for watching!
hi like your easy as fitting the rocker switches look like std ARB Carling rocker switches that you can buy replacement covers or full switches in four basic colours
great video and very helpful. One question is that the LED lights stay lit blue even when there is no key in the ignition. Is that true? Seems a bit strange that it is not a switched current. Thanks and keep up the great content.
Thanks for the comment! The led lights do not turn off. It does not seem to affect the battery in away. I have had it in my Jeep for about 2 weeks with no issues! Thanks for watching!
I ordered the accessory for my 2016 Jeep Wrangler, however, I’m experiencing a problem. The negative wire to the battery has an additional red wire to it and the instructions advices to add a fuse connector to it in order to prevent the pod’s lights from staying on during shut off, and it also suggests cutting the red wire at the harness on the board and capping off one end. Well, needless to say my lights are not coming on! Either I did something wrong or the instructions is wrong
I was wondering; I'd like to wire two Light pods (2 on both sides of the vehicle) together on one switch, and the other two on another switch. Seeing the MLC6 that you're talking about, how would you go about doing this?
Thanks for the comment! Two easy way to do this, either run all the lights to one switch and connect or connect all the light together then run 1 wire to the switch. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching!
Hey adventure dex yaniel the cuban from tampa fl good video explain we appreciate just ordered mi 50 inch bar im going to put one o this for all mi lights everywhere this mlc got 5 stars good price good quality thx bro
Dex, Thanks for the great video, I referred to it often during my install however I'm a newbie and I'm not sure how the ground wire was run. To the battery? to a random steel bolt? Can you walk me through wiring the battery up?
I have 2 sets of Rigid Duallys and a light bar run into my a-pillar switch panel (pos,neg,and ground wires). With this, can I cut the wires down to just pos/neg since the MLC-6 has its own ground? Can I also cut the fuse out? Awesome video.
When installing the switches, it looks like the top of the housing is open to water if you have your top off and get caught in the rain (at 6:42 in the video). is there a cover plate that went on after you screwed it in, or does it remain open on the top like that. Seems like a rain shower could get all the inside wet. Otherwise, this is definitley something I'll look at trying (unless you've found one better since this video).
Hey Y’all, @jacobtoemas @adventuredex With this switch mod, can you use it when the Jeep is tuned off? Or does it only work when the Jeep is running/on? Thx for the help.
Can you do a video on the S-Tech Switch Box? Specifically how to wire the lights into the switch box. Most videos online skip this step. What do i do with the black wire coming from the light? There is no place to plug that into the S-Tech Switch box.
Thanks for the comment Jack. The bracket for the switches goes behind the loop so the loop can still be used once the switches are in place. Its a tight squeeze tho. Thanks for watching!
If I wire my winch directly into the battery, would putting the positive and negative wires from the pod on top of the positive and negative wires from the winch in the battery port cause any electrical issues? Sorry if that's a confusing question.
great clear installation video. is one switch/relay/fuse on this group of six able to handle two 30W LED lights? is each 40A relay and 30A fuse pair capable of handling that? Thanks.
In this video you mentioned a bracket for 2007/2008 and a bracket for 2009 and newer. I didn't see product options for 2008 or earlier. Will it not work for 2008?
That will kill your battery as the lights on the switches.i purchased one and there is a fuse jumper and you need to splice into the power so it only the lights on the switches stays on during accessory and shut off when key off but lights ztill work
Sorry if you mentioned this in the video or I just haven't done my research but does the MLC-6 work on a 2017 Jeep Wrangler? I'm 16 and I am beginning to save up for a Wrangler as my first car. I absolutely love the community for upgrades and mods to the Wrangler(as well as this channel! Thanks a lot!), and can't wait to do a few to mine when the time comes. Is the 2017 any different from a 2016 or 2015 mod wise?
Hi Dex: I just purchase the Rough County MLC6 in Amazon what a disappointed when after taking the tops off and opening the box the 09-2017 bracket was missing my jeep is a Rubicon 2012. I wrote to the seller requesting bracket asap. The instructions shows brackets one for 07-08 and another one from 09-17 my husband got very mad when he notice that the bracket was missing. Just wanted to let you know.
Hi I called RC yes you are correct my husband and I missed the part the one for newer Jeeps was already attached to the main unit as per our conversation with them just today it got mounted love it, now working with the RC 2" lights.
Thanks for watching! The biggest difference between the A pillar system and the MLC6 is the source of the MLC6, it allows you to connect your accessories directly to it in one central location which makes wiring a lot easier and safer! Hope that helps!
Hi, I’m debating to go either with Rough Country MLC-6 or Apollointech Jeep Overhead 6-Switch Panel. Which is a better unit? Check it out. Please let me know I’m ready to buy.. Thx & keep your updates going it really helps people like me out...
Great video/videos bro. Question that I haven't seen asked, and wasn't covered in video- the latch that spins to lock the front part of the top t roof pieces that sit above the pod switch. Does it no longer lock? I can't turn mine unless I unscrew the hex screw. Ideas?
Thanks for the positive feedback. Yes, the lock will still close but it is hella tight! I leave mine half way locked and that seems enough to prevent any water leaks!
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So I took the liberty of hooking one of these up today. Along with a 50 inch lightbar and two a pillar LED lights. I am a complete newbie! And this was extremely easy to do. All thanks to adventureDex for a step-by-step video that made this completely easy and rewarding to do yourself.
Thanks alot for the feedback Joseph! I am glad you used the videos to tackle a installation that you have never done before! Thats awesome! Thanks for watching!
I installed a SPOD on my 2005 Jeep Rubicon. It was an easy install an made the install of a new 17" light bar on my bumper a breeze. I liked having the ability to customize the toggle switches with graphics that compliment their use - such as a Zombie graphic for my light bar and a winch graphic for my winch. Makes hooking/powering accessories easy.
Thanks for sharing!
hey bro...just wanted to say thank you for the work and vids you've posted. I've had your vids queued up a dozen times during different mod installs and you've walked me through dozens of issues I ran into. thanks!!
Thanks alot Justin for the feedback! I really appreciate it!!
Dude! This is a complete game changer! I’ve never been good at wiring and I always get pissed off with so many cords. This solves all my problems, great job explaining things brother
Great video. I am a new Jeep JKU owner and enjoy watching your how to videos. Keep up the great work!
Thanks! Congrats on your new Jeep!
You take the fear out of installs. Awesome video! Thanks for posting!
Thanks alot man! Thats what my goal is!
Nice install, and a reasonably priced spod system compared to others on the market.
I built my own box I mounted on the opposite side right next to the battery ran a short wire for for the power source :) I like that box as well 👍🏻 good pricing
Thanks for sharing Dan! That sounds cool!
Thanks for watching guys! I hope you enjoyed this installation and review! Comment below and let me know what else I should wire!?! #jeepwave
AdventureDex can water get into it or is it waterproof because I go mudding aloy
thanks for the question, obviously there is only so much water or mud that electronics can take but being in the position it is...unless you intend to completely submerge your Jeep you should be fine. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the comment! I can understand you point but there are pros and cons to everything. This system is made to provide convenience and easy for adding accessories. Thanks for watching!
Nice installation video! The only small con I have about the MLC6 is the interior LEDs never turn off. Probably not an issue since the MLC6 has the LVCO but I will mod those LEDs to be off.
Thanks for the comment! Yeah, the lights never turn off, it doesn't seem to affect anything though. Its a cool touch. Thanks for watching!
The button on the side of the switch is to turn the LEDs off.
Was about to spend $400 on a sPod when I came across this video. Subscribed.
Thanks Chris! I appreciate the positive feedback!
I have watched some of your videos and like the way that you do a step by step install with warnings about potential problems. I have very limited to no mechanical skills but can follow directions, and based on your video I could almost do this....except for the removal of the pillar panels and using the jigsaw to modify. Would prefer to install the switchpod with someone like you who knows what he is doing. Be that as it may, thanks for your very helpful videos...I have just subscribed!!
Thanks alot for the positive feedback!!
r g -Look at it this way, even if you botched the trim, so what? Buy a new one and trim again. Otherwise, you'll never learn. Learning by doing gains self confidence.
I am guilty of the very same reasoning, that! And I am a lazy character! Cheers!
+Gary Bowen thanks for your input!
Good video. The mounting for the positive and ground on the relay pcb really look questionable though. It seems they would be very prone to damage from vibration.
Thanks for sharing, I will look to see if there is any ware.
Great vid. I am glad that you explained everything really well. I agree on the cost of SPod. It is too pricey. Thank you. I did not see any ditch lights!
wow nice ! I was going to get a pillar switch next month but this is way better . great video keep them coming .
Thanks! I am glad you enjoyed!
Great video! The price difference is crazy compare to the S pod! I brought the new one which cost me around $750! I wished I had knew that Rough country was coming out with one. Would have saved me a lot of money! You should do a dual light bar or the Rostra Led Daytime running lights. Again thanks for a great video.
Thanks for the positive feedback and suggestion! Glad you enjoyed!
I just got mine. There is a fuse tap to go to your accessory power, so the switchbox only comes on when key is in and turned on.
Thanks for putting together the video. I will be purchasing one. Only thing you left out was how you got the wire through the firewall.
Thanks for the comment Larry! I usually use a snake to fish the wires through the firewall. It is up and to the left in the footwell. You will see a rubber grommet. Thanks for watching!
OK, here is what you should add. Add White & Amber wig-wag lightbar or small LED's for events or helping out someone on the side of the road. If legal in your area.
Here in Colorado they're legal. Many contractors use them too.
Thank you for mentioning the things you didn't like about it. Blue lights and cutting the trim would be a dealbreaker for me. Hope they come out with a 2.0
Thanks for the comment! I try to make my videos are honest as possible! I recently learned that the switches can be changed so I will be changing mine to custom red switches and the cutting is the only small issue! Thanks for watching!
Do a vid on it also. Blue isnt my color also. Red is the only way to go
Yah I will!
All RC would have to do is to extend the bracket a little, so that the plastic trim won't hit. One would think it's an easy fix; hopefully they take your comment into consideration and modify the bracket. Great video, though! Keep them coming!!!
I'm 100% getting one now because of this video
Thanks for watching!! Glad you enjoyed!!
AdventureDex what type exhaust are u running on your jeep?
Gibson metal mulisha but without the giant rusty tips lol!
AdventureDex thanks man. Its sounds great
Anytime!!
think I will wait awhile to see how they hold up, never been a fan of RC so I guess time will tell, I don't mind spending extra if I get quality but I also don't mind saving if good product so I will sit back and wait and see how it holds up over some time
Thanks for your comment, I believe you have a fair assessment however RC has really improved their products over the past few years and honest have won me over. There products are affordable and ware well but I cannot argue that spending more will get you a top quality product elsewhere. It all comes down to what you want to spend! Thanks for watching!!
Very slick. If they ever release diff colors and customizable button, even for a little more money, I might be in for one.
Thanks for the comment! I am sure they will continue to improve the product with our feedback! Thanks for watching!
10:51 it might be simple but my province requires off road lights to be triggered by the the high beam circuit not the ignition. So I would need to have a way to only have the relay trip if the off road light switch was on and the high beams are on at the same time. I also like my fog lights to come on with my park lights or factory fog light. It sounds kind of complicated but once you do it a few times it not so hard.
11:37 That is a good feature.
12:30 I would like to have them green like my dash lights.
12:46 Back up lights.
Thanks for the video
My footmans loop had to be drilled out no screws 😠...glad to see correct that in the newer models
Damn that sucks!!
Lol blue is prefect for mine. Your jeep is the same color as mine white with black top for me and blue interior and all extras including rock lights interior leds etc
Yah, I want to change them to red! Thanks for watching!
Hay adventure
Voswitch system has a 8 switch panel and it comes in
:RED: Green and Blue
Just wanted you to know
Great job on your Demo's
Great installation video. Piece of cake install with your guidance.
Regarding the product, I like it however I wished the mounting bracket for the switches was a little more sturdy. Other than that, no complaints.
Agreed! Thanks for the feedback! Thanks for watching!!
Thanks for the vid a real clean setup on your light bar you can go to a hardware store and get the anti theft screws that take a special tool too undo them just a thought.
Thanks for your feedback! Thanks for watching!!
On the custom Switch set you had before you installed the kit you could have eliminated more wires by using a common ground And separate positive leads for each switch
Thanks for he suggestion.
Great job, looks very clean! I wish you could pick the text on each button. :) I guess I am picky!
Yeah, that would be really cool! Thanks for watching!
I've watched the video couple of times and how did you run the wires through the firewall because the foam solution the plug doesn't fit . How did you get it through the firewall can you upload a video just for that or pictures because I bought a 2017 Jeep Wrangler and I'm having issues with the switch set up so far.
Great Question! The firewall has a round rubber grommet that can be sliced to get wired through! It is easily found in the foot well! Hope that helps!
Just purchased this product because I didn't want to spend the time wiring up a relay box & trying to make it fit, also time consuming. Besides I wanted an over the mirror mount. My suggestion to Rough Country is to make the cover plastic, insulate the inside walls for protection against accidentally having the sides touch the positive lead when putting the cover in place, or providing a rubber insulator that goes over the top of that positive lead bolt. That's what I plan to do, Murphy's Law....if it can happen it will at some point. I'm a safety guy.
Thanks for sharing!!
I agree with you Jank! Any trimming of the plastic should not be necessary, the design is flawed but it is cheaper
Dex how did you wire up your winch to the pod without having to use the thick negative and positive battery wires?
As always, great video Dex! I was originally going to follow your video to wire up my A-pillar switches, but this seems like a much simpler installation. I do have a few questions for you. Given the option, would you prefer to have your switches in the A-pillar or overhead console? Which do you find easier to operate? Also, does the new console affect your ability to operate the hard top latches?
Thanks Remi! To answer your questions, The overhead is great value in comparison to the A-pllar since it comes pre-wired and has a few cool features. like the low voltage cut off. Also I needed more than 4 switches so the overhead was a great addition. The overhead does not prevent the hardtop from closing but that latch is tight!! Thanks for watching!
Been waiting for you to post a video a this kind of pod it looks so much better! Thank you for posting keep up the good work man.
Thanks Daniel, I appreciate your support! Glad you enjoyed!
i personally think cb radio with PA speaker its a ton of fun!
Thanks for the suggestion!
Bro learning alot of from your videos enjoy the contents keep em rolling
If u haven't used the last switch already, hook up a semi or train horn, it'll be great!
LOL good idea! Thanks for watching!!
I follow you on all of your mods and have put many on mine thanks for showing how to do these mods great videos ur funny keep doing a great job am in Tennessee and they are interested in all the mods here the jeep clubs so thanks again.
This switch pod is what I'm wanting to add to my jeep
Great video man! I think you should use that last switch too wire up some rock lights!
Thanks for the suggest Brent! Your ahead of the game, I just got some rock lights to wire up! Stay tuned!
i had really high hopes for this..i ordered it got it all wired up and the 6th switch didnt work and the 3rd switch had to be on for switches 1,2,4,and 5 to work. also the led stay on when the car is off which i hate. the plug on the back that connects is pretty big and make fitting the panel back on harder than it should be. i ended up sending it back. i went with spod and spent more doe to have better dependability. i have the spod and its amazing but it was 800 bucks. This is really nice though for the price as long as it works. fyi the otrattw custom switches do work for this Rc system. i have all rc black series lights running to my spod and love them. i think rc makes good stuff but your mileage may very on the switches. great video
Thanks for the comment! I appreciate and respect all of your input! I think the main point here is cost/value. From my personal experience, RC makes great, reliable and affordable products but of course there is always going to be a more expensive top of the line product that some people choose to buy. I personally think that you cannot go wrong with $200 with warranty. I am sorry to hear that you got a faulty product but I am glad you got sorted out in the end! Thanks for watching!
It is kinda hard to tell from the picture, can you still get your tops on and off easy, looks like it is really close to the front center latch to keep the top down?
Yah it doesn’t really affect the top latch, it close fully close but it closes enough to get a good seal. Thanks for watching
The only thing I see which I don't like is the open wires on the switch panel itself (on top)... Im also not a fan of cutting trim parts of the car. They can also think of making the junction box in the engine bay dust proof, I can just think how it will look if one drive a lot of dirt roads. The rest of the product seems top notch!!!
Thanks for your input! I am sure they will be taking advice and improving the product! Thanks for watching!
Would be very helpful if you showed how and where you ran the wire through the firewall. I don't want to start disassembling unnecessary body parts.
Glad you made the video this is my next mod.
Thanks Ace!
Thanks bro . I was a little confused til your video !!! Simple to do !!
I appreciate it!
Just bought this and the new updated version has the ability to turn the blue lights on and off with a button located on the driver side of the pod, for the wiring though it still has the positve red cable and an another red one stacked on top of it. I wired the obvious one to the battery, but there isnt instructions on how to or where to wire the other red one stackedked on top of it.
Great video! I will definitely check out the MLC6 when it is time to add some more lights to my Jeep!
Thanks! I am really enjoying mine and would recommend!
great video! was just wondering how i could wire my rock lights not only to this relay but also to the dome lights automatic functions
+Jack Fiala Great question, find the wire in the door harness that controls the dome lights! Simple! Thanks for watching
When I remove my top will I still have room to hook up and connect my shade cover on the foot loop?
Yah
Damn im happy they sent you this product to review. I JUST had this in my cart and was looking for an switchpod install vid because your old SwitchPOD video........ 😬😬😬 sheesh.. Dats all ima say 😂😂
Your very welcome! Don’t forget to take advantage of the discount code “AdventureDex” save yourself some $$! And awesome name btw!! Jeepwave 👋🏼
@@adventuredex No prob.. And I just recently bought a brawlee (Done Right) LED light that goes on the rear window glass. That could be your nxt video idea. (Mainly due to the fact that i need help). I would really like to wire the Brawlee light to constant power and having the option of turning it off or leaving it on because it comes with a remote. For things like..... Getting drunk on back of the TG. Plz help if this is possible with this product your reviewing in this vid. And btw i like your name (dex) too seems like I've heard it b4..
Great install! I was waiting for something to come out cheaper. I'll have to save for one of these to test out. Thanks for the review
Thanks Kyle! It works really great and the installation is straight forward! Thanks for watching!
@@adventuredex is there a way to customize the switchs like change them out to put like zombie lights.????
That is a super awesome switch pod. But I'm with you regarding the cutouts and the switch colors. They should provide colored inserts so you can choose your colors. My pillar switch pod has a different color for each switch, which makes it easier to find the one you want. Regarding what you should wire up ... I don't know if you already have them or not, but I'm thinking of putting some LED spotlights facing the rear. Just not sure how or where to mount them back there. Any ideas?
Thanks for the input and suggestions! I might switch the switches so maybe the I can change the colors that way. I like the idea of putting some rear facing LED's for backing up and nighttime. I originally had some but took them off. Thanks for watching!
Quick question! I'm new to this switch pod stuff and I just bought some awesome side mirrors like yours...😍 Well, I didn't know that it did not come with the switch pod .. so my question is, which one would you recommend for someone that doesn't have any other light bar or anything else? I just need one for the side mirrors? Thank you so much!!
Thanks for the comment Chantal! It all depends on your needs, the A pillar is a good cheap option but it is limited to 4 switches and a lot of wiring. The RC switch pod does with 6 switches and is prewired! If you can get the Rough Country, then I would say go for it! Thanks for watching!
Nice. A much lower price point than Spod. I'll be getting one of these.
Thanks Talez, yes its a great product for the price!
AWESOME!! I'm defiantly getting myself one of these for my birthday😂
Thanks!! You will not be disappointed!
Very cool! Is this water resistant?/ Is there a seal around the housing cover to help keep water n mud out? Very Nice product! Thank you
No but I have never had an issue with it. Thanks for watching
hi like your easy as fitting the rocker switches look like std ARB Carling rocker switches that you can buy replacement covers or full switches in four basic colours
These are standard size switches! Thanks for watching
great video and very helpful. One question is that the LED lights stay lit blue even when there is no key in the ignition. Is that true? Seems a bit strange that it is not a switched current. Thanks and keep up the great content.
Thanks for the comment! The led lights do not turn off. It does not seem to affect the battery in away. I have had it in my Jeep for about 2 weeks with no issues! Thanks for watching!
I ordered the accessory for my 2016 Jeep Wrangler, however, I’m experiencing a problem. The negative wire to the battery has an additional red wire to it and the instructions advices to add a fuse connector to it in order to prevent the pod’s lights from staying on during shut off, and it also suggests cutting the red wire at the harness on the board and capping off one end. Well, needless to say my lights are not coming on! Either I did something wrong or the instructions is wrong
I was wondering; I'd like to wire two Light pods (2 on both sides of the vehicle) together on one switch, and the other two on another switch. Seeing the MLC6 that you're talking about, how would you go about doing this?
Thanks for the comment! Two easy way to do this, either run all the lights to one switch and connect or connect all the light together then run 1 wire to the switch. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching!
Great video! I am considering purchasing this item, along with lights, can I route my winch +/- to it? The slots seem a bit narrow.
You should wire up rocks lights for under the fender
De I'm installing mine tomorrow. Perfect tutorial as always. Thanks
Your very welcome! Thanks for watching!
Hey adventure dex yaniel the cuban from tampa fl good video explain we appreciate just ordered mi 50 inch bar im going to put one o this for all mi lights everywhere this mlc got 5 stars good price good quality thx bro
Thanks alot for the positive feedback!
Dex, Thanks for the great video, I referred to it often during my install however I'm a newbie and I'm not sure how the ground wire was run. To the battery? to a random steel bolt? Can you walk me through wiring the battery up?
Thanks for watching! Running it to the battery is a great option! Hope that helps!
My wife complains about my 20" just lying around.
LOL :p Thats what she said.....
Well give it yo her ....
First time viewer never bought anything rough country but the look of the quality and that price point is awesome. How has it held up?
where exactly did you run it through fire wall?
Is it worth it for me? I have a custom horn, lightbar, winch, and probably rock lights soon.
I have 2 sets of Rigid Duallys and a light bar run into my a-pillar switch panel (pos,neg,and ground wires). With this, can I cut the wires down to just pos/neg since the MLC-6 has its own ground? Can I also cut the fuse out? Awesome video.
Yes, all you need is a positive and negative. The MLC6 does the rest! Thanks for watching!
When installing the switches, it looks like the top of the housing is open to water if you have your top off and get caught in the rain (at 6:42 in the video). is there a cover plate that went on after you screwed it in, or does it remain open on the top like that. Seems like a rain shower could get all the inside wet. Otherwise, this is definitley something I'll look at trying (unless you've found one better since this video).
i just got one of these in my jeep! it's awesome!!
Thanks! I love mine too!
Hey Y’all,
@jacobtoemas @adventuredex
With this switch mod, can you use it when the Jeep is tuned off?
Or does it only work when the Jeep is running/on?
Thx for the help.
Can you do a video on the S-Tech Switch Box? Specifically how to wire the lights into the switch box. Most videos online skip this step. What do i do with the black wire coming from the light? There is no place to plug that into the S-Tech Switch box.
aren't you supposed to put the bracket outside of the screws? It might be harder to close a soft top after
Thanks for the comment Jack. The bracket for the switches goes behind the loop so the loop can still be used once the switches are in place. Its a tight squeeze tho. Thanks for watching!
If I wire my winch directly into the battery, would putting the positive and negative wires from the pod on top of the positive and negative wires from the winch in the battery port cause any electrical issues? Sorry if that's a confusing question.
No, this should not cause at issues! Thanks for watching!!!
Great video- Keep up the great work!
Thanks alot for the positive feedback!
great clear installation video.
is one switch/relay/fuse on this group of six able to handle two 30W LED lights? is each 40A relay and 30A fuse pair capable of handling that? Thanks.
Thanks! Yes, you shouldn't have any problems with LED lights. I have blown a fuse before and replaced it with a large fuse. Hope that helps!
Maybe having the switches labeled and/or having them red(powered on) and blue(standby).
Thanks for the idea!!
Man this what I was looking for relay built with fuse with switch on
Did you notice that the latch for you freedom panel is a lot hard to lock now that’s this is installed?
Thanks I was just looking at purchasing that product of course I have 2 JK's
This is amazing. Awesome product, awesome video.
Thanks Danny!
In this video you mentioned a bracket for 2007/2008 and a bracket for 2009 and newer. I didn't see product options for 2008 or earlier. Will it not work for 2008?
My best advice is to check with RC directly. They can give you the best advice in terms of fitment! Thanks for watching!
Did you connect the fuse in the packaging to the fuse box as well?
nice video, the product like very good but there's no waterproof for the relay box or for the switch control
Thanks for the comment. The source is waterproof but the switches are not! Thanks for watching!
How do you run wire connection through firewall of manual transmission.
That will kill your battery as the lights on the switches.i purchased one and there is a fuse jumper and you need to splice into the power so it only the lights on the switches stays on during accessory and shut off when key off but lights ztill work
Yes, I will be doing a "mod" to fix this! Stay tuned!
Sorry if you mentioned this in the video or I just haven't done my research but does the MLC-6 work on a 2017 Jeep Wrangler?
I'm 16 and I am beginning to save up for a Wrangler as my first car. I absolutely love the community for upgrades and mods to the Wrangler(as well as this channel! Thanks a lot!), and can't wait to do a few to mine when the time comes. Is the 2017 any different from a 2016 or 2015 mod wise?
Thanks for the comment! There is no difference really. I am not 100% sure if this works on 2017. You would need to check with RC. Thanks for watching!
do you think someone with no experience in wiring can do this alone?
Yeah! Just follow the instructions and take your time! Thanks for watching!
Haru the Shiba Inu nope
Honestly probably, I think I could do it lol
Hi Dex:
I just purchase the Rough County MLC6 in Amazon what a disappointed when after taking the tops off and opening the box the 09-2017 bracket was missing my jeep is a Rubicon 2012. I wrote to the seller requesting bracket asap. The instructions shows brackets one for 07-08 and another one from 09-17 my husband got very mad when he notice that the bracket was missing. Just wanted to let you know.
I got mine directly from RC and I believe it came with both brackets!! Thanks for sharing
Hi I called RC yes you are correct my husband and I missed the part the one for newer Jeeps was already attached to the main unit as per our conversation with them just today it got mounted love it, now working with the RC 2" lights.
Awesome!!
Good video. Can you go into difference between that and the Rugged ridge pillar switch pod. ? Also great song what group?
Thanks for watching! The biggest difference between the A pillar system and the MLC6 is the source of the MLC6, it allows you to connect your accessories directly to it in one central location which makes wiring a lot easier and safer! Hope that helps!
Love the videos man and sending love from the Cayman Islands
It totally looks like the 'Freedom top' hard top t-top level would interfere with the switch box...
Are the switches waterproof? Not a fan of cutting the trim either. That's literally my only set back. I might cave after watching this video tho.
Hi, I’m debating to go either with Rough Country MLC-6 or Apollointech Jeep Overhead 6-Switch Panel. Which is a better unit? Check it out. Please let me know I’m ready to buy.. Thx & keep your updates going it really helps people like me out...
Definitely RC MLC6! I have installed both and the Apollo is definitely a cheaper option. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching
Great video/videos bro. Question that I haven't seen asked, and wasn't covered in video- the latch that spins to lock the front part of the top t roof pieces that sit above the pod switch. Does it no longer lock? I can't turn mine unless I unscrew the hex screw. Ideas?
Thanks for the positive feedback. Yes, the lock will still close but it is hella tight! I leave mine half way locked and that seems enough to prevent any water leaks!
I hate wiring stuff that looks easy enough for me to do and that looks clean
Will this be powerful enough for a winch? Probably a stupid question as I think I already know the answer to...