[macafee2]

Originally Posted by Ducati750cc

So you need a light to show up the triangle flap when dark.


The circuit is easy, pick up a + and - from the rear light or number plate light circuit, incorporate a tilt switch, you only want it on when the tailgate is open, a tilt switch will ensure this happens if positioned correctly.


The awkward bit is where to position a light source to shine upwards and illuminate that area to allow you access the flap, which when you look at it would be difficult to mount on the tailgate, so the only option for a light would be in load area, pointing upwards.



Or carry a small torch in the car, something I've done with all the cars I've owned, still do, handy for doing many things in the dark, wheel change etc.


There are a vast number of cheap torches,using conventional batteries, to re-chargeable, to wind up ones, the old wind up ones used to charge Ni-Cads which eventually failed, the newer ones charge up a capacitor, there are even wind up ones with a small solar panel to keep it charged.

Tilt switch, good idea thanks

macafee2

Google search for a tilt switch also brought up a rocker switch which contains a light. I am sure I have one of those kicking around somewhere.
May be able to fit the light to the flap that covers the triangle.