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    Posted: 21 Jan 2012 at 2:56pm
Agreed, they shouldn't be a problem as an extra load on any circuit.
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   For the LED reading lights I conected the wires for one light to the 12 volt wires leading to the refrigerator. And the other light to the light adove the sink. We added a extra storage compartment mounted to where the dvd tv was mounted. I ran the wires behind that out of site. LED lights take very little amperage I don't think there would be a problem overloading any wires or circuit breakers you connected to.
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Sounds similar to mine - two single-light fixtures over the dinette, one single-light over the sink, a single light in the bathroom and a double over the bed (we took one bulb out since we use that after the kids are in bed).  Two double-bulb fixtures in the hallway.

Look for close-by 12 volt appliances.  Use your water heater as the source for your pass-through.  Run an extension from your antenna amp to your microwave cabinet, running it through the other cabinet on the way.
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Our 152 is a 2009 and so the light fixtures are the older ones where there are 2 light bulbs in each fixture with the exception of the bathroom and 2 bunks.  Newer pods have 2 separate fixtures with a single light bulb each over the dinette/bed areas.  For example Marwayne's  mod had an LED ribbon between 2 fixtures. 

I read somewhere that I needed separate 12v wiring and a separate "box" for that other circuit because there aren't any existing 12v fixtures close to where I want the strip lights. This is so over my head Tongue
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I use only LED lights.
I found this LED striplight, it has a self adhesive back, it comes in different colors, I choose the warm white because I dont like the stark white light. I put in about 9 feet.
 
 
I also found these handy trivets, they are small and they are good for 260 C or 500 F
 
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Two different bulbs shouldn't be a problem short-term, I've heard of others doing that.  Although the extra heat from the incandescent bulb may shorten the life of the LED.  You might try selecting specific fixtures to convert to LED and only use those during dry camping.  Maybe leave the big area lights on the ceiling as incandescents and convert the task lights to LED?  Most of my task lights (except the one over the bed) are single-bulb fixtures so if yours are the same this gives you the additional benefit of running fewer fixtures and fewer bulbs when dry camping.
 
Look at the 3M line of wall attachments, they have hooks, loops, etc which will help mount rope lighting.  Or since the lights will be mostly hidden you could use clear packing tape.
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The light fixtures in our pod is the older double type.  Do I need to have the same bulbs on both sides or would I have a problem if I leave 1 incandescent and 1 LED in the same fixture?  G doesn't like the harsh light LEDs give off but wants to dry camp more this year. So I'm worried about heat and battery usage.

Also, does anyone have any experience with putting up LED rope lighting?  The puck lights that I had put in the storage areas have gotten bumped by other items and broken off during transit so I'm trying to figure out how to put in a low profile light.  The main areas I'm thinking of putting the rope lights in are the street side cargo area right above the door, a strip in the cabinet above the stove and a strip tucked in the front part of the microwave cubby (we don't have the microwave). 
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Originally posted by rid415



where did you get these from please


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Here's a link to the LED elements I ordered for the inside fixtures   ...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/300596316284?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_2657wt_1272

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where did you get these from?


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http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-x-T10-W5W-168-36-SMD-LED-White-Car-Side-License-Plate-Light-Bulb-Lamp-12V-New-/320760897055?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item4aaed6de1f

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Look for the link just below the picture, 3 posts up.
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