Electrical Relay Question

jlgurr · Dec 15, 2015

Looking for suggestions/advice/teaching on how to replace a relay which was included in this wiring kit purchased with my Tuff Lites.

Amazon.com: Tuff LED Universal Wiring Harness with Red LED Light Pilot Toggle Switch for Off Road LED Light Bars and LED Work Lamps , UTV, Truck, SUV, Side by Side, Polaris, Yamaha, Rzr Razor, Rigid, Ranger. HID Flood Lights, Golf Cart: Automotive

Apparently the relay has gotten wet or damaged in some way. One night after using the lights (following a lot of rain and humidity) we turned them off and they came back on within a few minutes but not full strength, just sort of glowing. So I flipped the switch on and they came on full strength. Flipped it off and they stayed off a few minutes then started glowing again. This time I simply pulled the wire which was connected to (+) of the battery. Now that daylight savings time has ended and the days are short I really need to get them working properly again. Figure it's the relay but not real sure. Oh, this happened about a month ago. Tried to reconnect the (+) this past weekend and there are NO lights now, neither lamp works (there are two fixtures on the relay.) I did leave it disconnected so it wouldn't draw down the battery unexpectedly.

So, I need to know if you think the relay has gone bad or if it might be something else.
Also, if it's the relay how/where to purchase a replacement. Not sure how I can order just a relay from Tuff Lights. I can get the old one off but I don't recall any markings on it. Will take a closer look next time I get outside.

Thanks,
Jeff

DT86 · Dec 15, 2015

Just pull the old one and take it to a parts store. It's a common relay and will probably have "12v 40 amp" or something similar written on it.

Clipse3GT · Dec 15, 2015

Probably a common 5 pin Bosch type relay.

DT86 · Dec 15, 2015

After looking at the Amazon link again for clues, it appears this is the actual relay you need. I had bought the same tuff brand harness to saving time wiring lights my self but it wouldn't work for my needs.

I just went through my box of assorted electric parts and this is the relay mine uses.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FH...i=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=runnan+12v+40a

Luke'sScreenName · Dec 15, 2015

Now that's TBN service!

jlgurr · Dec 16, 2015

DT86 said:
After looking at the Amazon link again for clues, it appears this is the actual relay you need. I had bought the same tuff brand harness to saving time wiring lights my self but it wouldn't work for my needs. I just went through my box of assorted electric parts and this is the relay mine uses. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FH7YP9I/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1450235156&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=runnan+12v+40a

Thank you DT86!!!

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jlgurr · Dec 16, 2015

lukestafford said:
Now that's TBN service!

It can't get much better than this can it?

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DT86 · Dec 16, 2015

jlgurr said:
Thank you DT86!!!

No problem!

I should have mentioned, the orientation of the lugs printed on the relay in your link is what made me question my first post. They are not in a common arrangement, as far as I can tell. The only place I was able to find the same type was Amazon.

jlgurr · Dec 17, 2015

DT86 said:
No problem!

I should have mentioned, the orientation of the lugs printed on the relay in your link is what made me question my first post. They are not in a common arrangement, as far as I can tell. The only place I was able to find the same type was Amazon.

Replacement ordered. With any luck they will be here before Christmas break. Amazon states Tuesday but they have been about a week behind on my most recent orders. Looking forward to having some decent work lighting on the tractor again.