DIY: Adding the 12V Power Outlet Option in the Bed

[Clump]

Installed my Wolf Haus outlet today. Really a beautiful piece of engineering. Install is fast and simple and function is perfect.

I took a picture, but you've all already seen it.

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[Drew Toner]

Check this kit for a 12v outlet - https://wolfhaus01.square.site/ . Hole and plug are already in the truck, took me about 10 minutes to install the kit! I recommend it very highly!! (Click on the Shop Now button to see the options available).

Is it just the V1 kit required? Seems to be a variety available!

Drew

 

[JimH]

Is it just the V1 kit required? Seems to be a variety available!

Drew

The difference between V1, V2, and V3 is which plug comes with it. The V1 has a power plug, V2 has a wire with no connector (add your own), and V3 only has the plug (kit) for what you want to connect. All 3 have the plug and wire for the truck itself.. Hope this helps..

 

[Drew Toner]

The difference between V1, V2, and V3 is which plug comes with it. The V1 has a power plug, V2 has a wire with no connector (add your own), and V3 only has the plug (kit) for what you want to connect. All 3 have the plug and wire for the truck itself.. Hope this helps..

Thanks bud, I'll get the V1!
Drew

 

[Albert]

Hot @ all times. But controlled via the BCM so if battery voltage drops below threshold it will shut it down.

There is most likely a PID for it in the BCM. On my 17 Escape I was able to change the power port state using Forscan (Hot at all times or Hot with ign on). Have yet to poke around the trucks modules.

Thank you for sharing, please keep us posted if you decide to poke around the modules to keep it Hot all the time.

 

[Dredgerie]

Is there any way to tap into the 12v before the plug to run bed lights?

 

[WLFPIR8]

Is there any way to tap into the 12v before the plug to run bed lights?

Splicing into the wire. I made a one off that split the output between the bed and the OEM connector. You could also split off the connector in the bed.

 

[Figarou]

Thanks! Glad you like it.

Received mine the other day. Very easy to put on. Many thanks

If an angled connection was part of the line up, I would have ordered that as well. Thing is, I'm not sure if there's 4 of them. (One pointing left, the others pointing right, up and down,) Or if one can be positioned to any direction.

 

[Dredgerie]

Splicing into the wire. I made a one off that split the output between the bed and the OEM connector. You could also split off the connector in the bed.

Just ordered mine!

 

[Caliope]

I was also able to install the Wolfhaus 12v Outlet in my Ranger’s bed. It is expensive. The quality of the outlet, wiring and a 10 minute install time makes up for it.

it is extremely easy to install. I have had some health issues that limit my endurance, flexibility and strength. However, don’t feel sorry for me, it is an opening to spend more time with my daughters and son working together. We get more time together and I get to feel like in some small way, I am teaching them about tools and how things work! Below are some pics of the outlet in the bed. I also included a pic of the install process with my daughters! Great time!

I think it is really cool that you and your daughters worked together on this. I know that I have been grateful that my dad was adamant that I learned how to do basic vehicle maintenance as a requirement of getting my driver's license. The knowledge has served me well over the years. I am known in my neighborhood as the "unusual" girl that uses tools and builds things. I gave my latest performance for the neighbors last Sunday installing bed lighting in my driveway.

 

[ch47dmechanic]

I'd really like to get something like the V1 setup for camping in my shell, but I have a BedRug and am a bit concerned about mounting anything to that at all. What do you think about drilling a small hole for the V1 harness to pass through and inserting a grommet for the hole?

 

[P. A. Schilke]

I'd really like to get something like the V1 setup for camping in my shell, but I have a BedRug and am a bit concerned about mounting anything to that at all. What do you think about drilling a small hole for the V1 harness to pass through and inserting a grommet for the hole?

Hi Jason,

Properly done with a grommet and a bit of corrosion protection, you would be okay in my opinion. I, personally, would not drill through any sheet metal any more, but in my younger days with my Fords....no problem except for the Dash Panel....Never drill through the Dash Panel (AKA Firewall)...

Best,
Phil Schilke
Ranger Vehicle Engineering
Ford Motor Co. Retired

 

[ch47dmechanic]

Hi Jason,

Properly done with a grommet and a bit of corrosion protection, you would be okay in my opinion. I, personally, would not drill through any sheet metal any more, but in my younger days with my Fords....no problem except for the Dash Panel....Never drill through the Dash Panel (AKA Firewall)...

Best,
Phil Schilke
Ranger Vehicle Engineering
Ford Motor Co. Retired

Phil,

I don't want to drill through anything but my BedRug to allow the cord from the V1 kit to pass through. I suspect a simple grommet would be enough to keep the BedRug from coming apart at the hole any further than the drilled hole itself.

 

[HarryD]

There are already holes slightly smaller than 5/8” in diameter on the sides back near the tailgate.
That is where I am going to feed my line through, with a 5/8” groove diameter rubber grommet.

 

[Dredgerie]

Received mine the other day. Very easy to put on. Many thanks

If an angled connection was part of the line up, I would have ordered that as well. Thing is, I'm not sure if there's 4 of them. (One pointing left, the others pointing right, up and down,) Or if one can be positioned to any direction.

I’d love one that’s pointed up, then you could easily mount the 12v connector under the bed rail.

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