Should Load Resistors be Grounded to the Vehicle Frame or an Existing Ground Wire
Updated 05/09/2013 | Published 05/08/2013
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I have a 08 ford f250 with a flat bed on it and it has led lights on it. Do you have to ground the load resistors to truck frame or can u hook them to the ground wire?
asked by: Wayne N
Expert Reply:
The ideal location to ground anything would be to the metal frame of the vehicle in the nearest corrosion free bare metal surface. However, if there is a ground wire near by you could try it out and see if it offers a sufficient ground. If you still get hyper flashing then a better ground location could be needed. I have included a link to the installation details for the load resistor # DI34ZR for you.
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