12v adapter installation

[mxz600]

I just got my 12v adapter for the trunk. I just took a quick look at the instructions but... do you really have to remove the trunk to install this thing?

[1VENOM]

Afraid so.

[gjco]

have fun. it took me about 4 hours to this and the fog light install.

[boborgera]

I just got my 12v adapter for the trunk. I just took a quick look at the instructions but... do you really have to remove the trunk to install this thing?

Someone posted quite a while ago that they did it with out removing the trunk.?
I removed my trunk , At least it gave me a chance to grease the fittings. I wired it like the instructions, Then after i put it all back together i found out that the power only stays on for 20 seconds with the engine off.
I should have wired it direct to the battery[fused].

[rustygully]

Hi,
i fitted mine inside the boot space without removing it then wired it into one of the extra places in the fuse box. it nice and dry and works beautifully. Didin't have to remove anything.
cheers

[SpyderWolf]

There are many ways to do anything you want to, but if you are going by the directions then you need to remove the trunk in order to drill it. It is not really that bad at all, and gives you an interesting look at your Spyder in a way you probably never saw it before. Just make sure you have the template in the right spot before drilling.

[docdoru]

It is not really that bad at all, and gives you an interesting look at your Spyder in a way you probably never saw it before.

and ryde your Spyder with no trunk, feels like an RT...

[retired1]

rustygully;
welcome. Glad you joined the forum.

[SpyderWolf]

and ryde your Spyder with no trunk, feels like an RT...

I actually thought about taking it for a short spin like that, just to see what it was like.

[Trickie Dick]

Hi,
i fitted mine inside the boot space without removing it then wired it into one of the extra places in the fuse box. it nice and dry and works beautifully. Didin't have to remove anything.
cheers

welcome Nice to have you aboard.

[JJW SpyderRider]

I added the outlet in 1-1/2 hours with taking the front off. I did find that the template put the outlet too close to the steel frame behind the trunk. Before drilling the hole make sure the outlet will go into the open area and not hit the frame. I heard yesterday that a dealer had installed one on a Spyder that must have wore thru the wires and caused it to catch on fire.

[Firefly]

I actually thought about taking it for a short spin like that, just to see what it was like.

Did 330 + miles today without my trunk or side panels on--- you really don't notice a difference...

[1VENOM]

Did 330 + miles today without my trunk or side panels on--- you really don't notice a difference...

WHY?

[NancysToy]

Did 330 + miles today without my trunk or side panels on--- you really don't notice a difference...

I'll bet dollars to donuts that everybody else did!

[Firefly]

WHY?

Many reasons.....

A week ago I took the Spyder (via trailer) to my dealer to let them work on it for a few problems--- including the DPS. I removed the panels and trunk before taking it to the dealer to make things easier for them--- and I've also got some custom wiring, etc. that I didn't want them messing with as I was 99% sure they would need to remove the trunk and install a new DPS.

After getting it back I wanted to give it a good test before putting it all back together.... so I got a good combo of riding in--- backroads, highway, and some performance riding---- and it's running better than ever!

Sunday was a great day for a ride--- wasn't gonna let the lack of panels or trunk stop me from ryding! There really isn't any reason you can't ryde without these parts on...

Will put it back together this week after finishing some more mods to it.......

I did notice that the radiator fan will start spinning on its own from airflow thru the radiator at 40 mph.........

[SpyderWolf]

Many reasons.....

A week ago I took the Spyder (via trailer) to my dealer to let them work on it for a few problems--- including the DPS. I removed the panels and trunk before taking it to the dealer to make things easier for them--- and I've also got some custom wiring, etc. that I didn't want them messing with as I was 99% sure they would need to remove the trunk and install a new DPS.

After getting it back I wanted to give it a good test before putting it all back together.... so I got a good combo of riding in--- backroads, highway, and some performance riding---- and it's running better than ever!

Sunday was a great day for a ride--- wasn't gonna let the lack of panels or trunk stop me from ryding! There really isn't any reason you can't ryde without these parts on...

Will put it back together this week after finishing some more mods to it.......

I did notice that the radiator fan will start spinning on its own from airflow thru the radiator at 40 mph.........

I figured that is what happened. Were there any issues at all with heat from the pipes without having the side panels on? I am thinking of where SethO got his legs burned pretty bad because he couldn't feel what was happening.

[Firefly]

I figured that is what happened. Were there any issues at all with heat from the pipes without having the side panels on? I am thinking of where SethO got his legs burned pretty bad because he couldn't feel what was happening.

No heat problems whatsoever....... just plenty of strange looks....

In fact one guy pulled up to my shop--- I was working on Tina's (8legs) Spyder and had mine parked outside all torn down. The guy asked if I build those there and how much one would cost.......

Should have told him $100,000 and I can have him either a black or silver one done tomorrow......

[1VENOM]

I'll bet dollars to donuts that everybody else did!

I'll have an Apple Fritter waiting for you at SITS.

[NancysToy]

I'll have an Apple Fritter waiting for you at SITS.

I won't be at SITS, but I'm still shooting for Lamont's. I'll pass on the fritter, thanks anyway. I am no longer diabetic, but I still eat as though I am. I know what got me here.

[SpyderWolf]

No heat problems whatsoever....... just plenty of strange looks....

In fact one guy pulled up to my shop--- I was working on Tina's (8legs) Spyder and had mine parked outside all torn down. The guy asked if I build those there and how much one would cost.......

Should have told him $100,000 and I can have him either a black or silver one done tomorrow......

Someone once asked me if mine was for sale. I told them $30,000 and I will give you the key right now. There is something to be said about supply and demand after all.

[sinkhole]

I'll bet dollars to donuts that everybody else did!

Scotty, Haven't heard that old adage for quite some time. That was a favorite of my father's, and I still use it from time to time.

[Some Guy]

I just got my 12v adapter for the trunk. I just took a quick look at the instructions but... do you really have to remove the trunk to install this thing?

Mark,
No, you do not have to remove the trunk...I didn't.

Did 330 + miles today without my trunk or side panels on--- you really don't notice a difference...

Another reason I had to stop riding behind Firefly...he rydes nekkid!!!