Tamiya Multi-function control unit install for the F-350

[KevinH]

I just got my hands on Tamiya’s Multi function unit for their F-350 and decide to let you guys in on the installation process. I took photos as I figured out all those wires. Here you go.

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Here’s a big pile of LEDs and they all need a home.

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Don’t let that pile of wires worry you. Tamiya uses specific colors for each light and gives you labels to put onto them so you know where to put them when plugging into the main control unit.

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This control unit is connected to the main unit through three different wiring harnesses. It’s mounted in a plastic container that has door to protect the controls while driving the truck. A small strong magnet keeps it closed. The control unit is mounted to the chassis and is accessed from underneath the truck.

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Here’s the assembled speaker assembly. The speaker is protected by some cloth mesh.

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A small motor with a counter balance weight causes the truck to shimmy when in operation. Molded plastic covers protect the two parts.

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The speaker assembly and vibration unit fit snuggly between the F-350’s frame rails.

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The main unit of the Multifunction unit is mounted above the motor at an angle. Room inside the cab is limited.


It's time for bed. I'll have more for you soon.

[z-man280]

Holy Wire Nitemare Batman!

[Adanmtxt1]

Thank you for showing us how the MFU goes in, Kevin. Most of me really likes seeing this, but part of me knows that as soon as I see it complete, I'll sell my Savage and something else and get an F-350... :D

Does anyone believe this MultiFunction Unit will not work with the Junfac lift kit?

[KevinH]

Thank you for showing us how the MFU goes in, Kevin. Most of me really likes seeing this, but part of me knows that as soon as I see it complete, I'll sell my Savage and something else and get an F-350... :D

Does anyone believe this MultiFunction Unit will not work with the Junfac lift kit?


I'm not sure it will work with that lift kit. As you can see the speaker sits inbetween the frame rails. I think that's where the problem will be. You can make a custom speaker assembly however to solve that problem.

[KevinH]

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Here are the roll bar lights being installed. Clips are installed under the roll bar to keep the wires clean.

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This is where things get scary. A lot of wire ties will tame this mess.

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The tail lights and roll bar lights coming together under the bed.

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All the wires are tied together with wire ties and I used strips of electrical tape to keep the roll bar wires close to the bed.

[KevinH]

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Just trying out the lights before moving on to the front of the truck.

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The front end buttoned up.

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Well, the lights are in and everything works so far. Now I have to figure out how to make ever thing work using the radio.

[jocktheglide165]

thx kev on letting us on the build up...man thats alot of wires WOW!!!!

[suckfish]

Looks very nice, man I would hate to have to find a short in all them wires.. man I like that Yellow.. Bobby

[KevinH]

Go check out my blog for a cool photo of my F-350 with the lights on.

[Blacktiger]

All I see are red x's.

[rustyrevo]

i see blanks

[TKCastle]

How can those blue question marks make light?

[crazy4rc]

I'm in the process of installing mine and I have the JunFac kit so I'll let you guys know what mods to make it fit. It looks like you have to drill holes to make the speaker unit fit and you could only use 2 out of the four screws, I'll let you guys know.

[GT Freak]

wheres the pics??

[rustyrevo]

yeah there are no pics just an X

[juntom10]

xbox....:D:D