Hey everybody, I've been lurking on these boards for a while now, and just wanted to say thanks for all the great information! Just this week I bought a "new-to-me", 2003 Screw and I'm already thinking of mods. The most adventurous I've ever gotten with my vehicles in the past has been installing new face units, (not the speakers, just the radio!) Anyway, I'm trying to think of a way to install a couple of bulbs in the toolbox that came with the truck. I was thinking of puting them up under the lip on each end of the box- that way they'd be out of the way, but still high enough to light up whatever is in the box.
If it's possible I would like the lights to come on automatically when the box is opened, but if not - a switch in the box would be preferred over one in the cab. Any ideas out there? I am a complete novice when it comes to auto wiring, so if it can be done let me know and I'll ask my questions from there!
Thanks for your time, and all the great advice!

 

What type of tool box? Pics?

There are pressure switches available. Mounting them would depend on the box setup.

Home Depot has some new battery operated lights that are 1.5" x 6" or 1.5" x 12".

 

How about a low-tech, super-easy-to-install option? I'm all for having something really cool, but how about one of those tap-lights? Perhaps Wal-Mart or Home Depot carries them?

http://www.tvproducts4less.com/eltl-4.html

Just my $0.02. Good luck!

 

I was gonna suggest the same thing. Those "tap lights" come in handy.