Auxiliary Switch Panel Setups – Which is Best for My 3rd Gen Tundra?

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Hey everyone! As I’ve been upgrading my 3rd Gen Tundra, I realized pretty quickly that having a reliable auxiliary switch panel was going to be a must. Between the ditch lights, rock lights, air compressor, and future add-ons I have planned, I wanted a clean and safe way to manage it all. After checking out a bunch of options, I wanted to share my thoughts on the main contenders – and why I ultimately went with the Rave Off Road Switch Panel.

sPOD BantamX / SourceLT
sPOD is the top-tier option a lot of folks go with, and for good reason. Their BantamX and SourceLT systems come with a solid-state control module and a super slick touchscreen controller or rocker switch panel. You can program each circuit, adjust dimming, set timers, and more – and they’re known for absolute reliability. They’re pricey, but if you want the best of the best, sPOD has you covered.

Switch-Pros SP9100 / RCR-Force 12
Switch-Pros has become a go-to for many off-roaders, and I seriously considered their SP9100. It’s compact, offers programmable circuits, and is super easy to install. The RCR-Force 12 gives even more capacity if you’re planning a big build. The quality and flexibility are top-notch, and they’re trusted by tons of folks in the community.

Auxbeam / Nilight Budget Options
If you’re looking to save some cash, there are solid budget-friendly switch panels out there. Auxbeam and Nilight offer basic relay/fuse-based panels that can handle 6-8 circuits. They’re straightforward to wire and still let you clean up your dash, which is a huge win if you’re just running lights or a compressor.

Heretic and Custom Marine Panels
I’ve seen some rigs with Heretic’s billet aluminum switch panels or custom marine panels. These are built like tanks and look awesome if you want something unique. Going fully custom definitely takes more effort, but for those who want total control over their setup, it’s a great route.

Rave Off Road Switch Panel
This is actually the route I decided to go with! Rave Off Road’s switch panel hits that sweet spot of quality and affordability. It’s super clean, easy to integrate with my 3rd Gen Tundra, and has just enough flexibility for everything I plan to run. The Rave panel offers backlit rocker switches that are easy to see at night, a compact footprint that doesn’t take over my dash, and solid construction that feels built to last. Plus, their customer service has been awesome whenever I had questions.

What I really love about the Rave Off Road panel is how seamless the install was. It’s got a relay and fuse box built in, and everything’s labeled so even someone who’s not a wiring expert (like me) can feel confident hooking it up. I’ve already got my ditch lights and rock lights wired in, and I’m planning to add my air compressor next.

So, that’s my breakdown. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer – it really depends on how crazy your setup is going to get and what your budget looks like. But if you’re like me and wanted something that’s reliable, affordable, and still looks great, I’d definitely give the Rave Off Road Switch Panel a look.

Anyone else running an auxiliary panel setup? Drop your experiences and any install tips – let’s share what’s working for us!