Electrical help

[Dusty]

Okay, this is probably not going to be received well and awfully silly of me. But if I have a complete understanding of this thread, there was a problem with the factory switch and an there is an attempt to replace this with an aftermarket switch. There is now an issue of trying to make the aftermarket device work (?).

There's been a lot of back-and-forth and people with great patience are trying to help adopt the aftermarket switch, but by this time I'd be looking at just replacing the factory switch. It does not appear to be very difficult:

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Of course, maybe there's a motive here that I didn't pick up on.

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33-gallon fuel tank, 18” wheels. Build Date: 3 June 2018. Now at 98528 miles.

 

[walker111]

Okay, this is probably not going to be received well and awfully silly of me. But if I have a complete understanding of this thread, there was a problem with the factory switch and an there is an attempt to replace this with an aftermarket switch. There is now an issue of trying to make the aftermarket device work (?).

There's been a lot of back-and-forth and people with great patience are trying to help adopt the aftermarket switch, but by this time I'd be looking at just replacing the factory switch. It does not appear to be very difficult:

How to replace cruise control switches on 2016 Ram - Search Videos

Watch videos instantly on Bing—enjoy direct playback, discover related clips, and dive into trending content all in one place.

www.bing.com

Of course, maybe there's a motive here that I didn't pick up on.

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33-gallon fuel tank, 18” wheels. Build Date: 3 June 2018. Now at 98528 miles.

This is an aftermarket cruise control setup that worked perfectly with the aftermarket switch.

Me not leaving well enough alone, wanted to use the aftermarket cruise with the factory switch.

I, with the help of Ramdiver, was able to get it working perfectly.

All is well and I got exactly what I wanted.

 

[RamDiver]

Okay, this is probably not going to be received well and awfully silly of me. But if I have a complete understanding of this thread, there was a problem with the factory switch and an there is an attempt to replace this with an aftermarket switch. There is now an issue of trying to make the aftermarket device work (?).

There's been a lot of back-and-forth and people with great patience are trying to help adopt the aftermarket switch, but by this time I'd be looking at just replacing the factory switch. It does not appear to be very difficult:

How to replace cruise control switches on 2016 Ram - Search Videos

Watch videos instantly on Bing—enjoy direct playback, discover related clips, and dive into trending content all in one place.

www.bing.com

Of course, maybe there's a motive here that I didn't pick up on.

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33-gallon fuel tank, 18” wheels. Build Date: 3 June 2018. Now at 98528 miles.

LOL

I think the primary motive here is to utilize the existing OEM controls on the steering wheel with an aftermarket cruise control.

Another potential motive could be, not accepting that something can't be done because it is non-standard or not the usual.

My motivation is, that I love fixing things, regardless of the complexity and the nay-sayers. Both those items just encourage me.

And I truly appreciate a motivated student, more so if they're not overly technical.



PS:I just reread your post again. There was no problem with the factory switch other than the factory logic was not compatible with the aftermarket cruise control.

We added a relay to invert the switching logic for the set/coast line.

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[Dusty]

"This is an aftermarket cruise control setup that worked perfectly with the aftermarket switch."
Ah. This is the part I didn't understand. Got it.

Ramdriver deserves a lot of credit here, also.

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33-gallon fuel tank, 18” wheels. Build Date: 3 June 2018. Now at 98528 miles.

 

[walker111]

"This is an aftermarket cruise control setup that worked perfectly with the aftermarket switch."

Ah. This is the part I didn't understand. Got it.

Ramdriver deserves a lot of credit here, also.

Regards,
Dusty
2019 Ram 1500 Billet Silver Laramie Quad Cab 2WD, 5.7 Hemi, 8HP75, 3.21 axle, 33-gallon fuel tank, 18” wheels. Build Date: 3 June 2018. Now at 98528 miles.

Agree!

 

[RamDiver]

Agree!

Thanks.

My satisfaction is knowing you learned something useful and as a result, you now have the features you want in your truck.

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[walker111]

@RamDiver Any chance you want to help me with the wiring to a 2000 Dodge steering wheel and cruise control buttons?

The current setup has been working great since we figured it out. Problem now is the CC switch is slowly falling apart and I’m having issues finding replacements.

I found a 2000 steering wheel with cruise (no stereo controls) for free and wondering if it’s possible. It will definitely take some rewiring.

I’m looking for the schematics now.

 

[walker111]

 

[RamDiver]

@RamDiver Any chance you want to help me with the wiring to a 2000 Dodge steering wheel and cruise control buttons?

The current setup has been working great since we figured it out. Problem now is the CC switch is slowly falling apart and I’m having issues finding replacements.

I found a 2000 steering wheel with cruise (no stereo controls) for free and wondering if it’s possible. It will definitely take some rewiring.

I’m looking for the schematics now.

Wow, more fun projects.

Post all the details you can, just like you were posting for anyone to help, and I'll contribute what I am able to find time for. I browsed this thread and have a bit of recollection.

I haven't been on here often enough recently due to many outside items monopolizing my schedule. Some are my own doing, and others, not so much. LOL

There are many skilled members here who could contribute to your latest adventure.
Post away and let the fun begin. LOL

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