Jeep Wrangler Switch Pod Installation - Rough Country MLC6

In this video, I will be installation and reviewing the new Rough Country MLC6 Switch Pod on my 2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited.
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[@josephalbanese1393]

So I took the liberty of hooking one of these up today. Along with a 50 inch lightbar and two a pillar LED lights. I am a complete newbie! And this was extremely easy to do. All thanks to adventureDex for a step-by-step video that made this completely easy and rewarding to do yourself.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks alot for the feedback Joseph! I am glad you used the videos to tackle a installation that you have never done before! Thats awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@reed204]

Dude! This is a complete game changer! I’ve never been good at wiring and I always get pissed off with so many cords. This solves all my problems, great job explaining things brother

[@justinmanning8108]

hey bro...just wanted to say thank you for the work and vids you've posted. I've had your vids queued up a dozen times during different mod installs and you've walked me through dozens of issues I ran into. thanks!!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks alot Justin for the feedback! I really appreciate it!!

[@chaosncheckt9356]

I installed a SPOD on my 2005 Jeep Rubicon. It was an easy install an made the install of a new 17" light bar on my bumper a breeze. I liked having the ability to customize the toggle switches with graphics that compliment their use - such as a Zombie graphic for my light bar and a winch graphic for my winch. Makes hooking/powering accessories easy.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for sharing!

[@edcrewguy]

You take the fear out of installs. Awesome video! Thanks for posting!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks alot man! Thats what my goal is!

[@sentencj4x4]

Great vid. I am glad that you explained everything really well. I agree on the cost of SPod. It is too pricey. Thank you. I did not see any ditch lights!

[@kourgath007]

Great video. I am a new Jeep JKU owner and enjoy watching your how to videos. Keep up the great work!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks! Congrats on your new Jeep!

[@freytes2010]

De I'm installing mine tomorrow. Perfect tutorial as always. Thanks

[@adventuredex]

Your very welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@kawarthajeepguy5059]

wow nice ! I was going to get a pillar switch next month but this is way better . great video keep them coming .

[@adventuredex]

Thanks! I am glad you enjoyed!

[@makeyourownadventure1653]

Great video! I will definitely check out the MLC6 when it is time to add some more lights to my Jeep!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks! I am really enjoying mine and would recommend!

[@erikdahl3171]

Nice install, and a reasonably priced spod system compared to others on the market.

[@danielavargas3290]

Been waiting for you to post a video a this kind of pod it looks so much better! Thank you for posting keep up the good work man.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks Daniel, I appreciate your support! Glad you enjoyed!

[@melvinhinton2458]

I follow you on all of your mods and have put many on mine thanks for showing how to do these mods great videos ur funny keep doing a great job am in Tennessee and they are interested in all the mods here the jeep clubs so thanks again.

[@longjonsilvers802]

Love the videos man and sending love from the Cayman Islands

[@NJDRONEMAN]

Thanks bro . I was a little confused til your video !!! Simple to do !!

[@adventuredex]

I appreciate it!

[@ofsoundmind2687]

This is amazing. Awesome product, awesome video.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks Danny!

[@DanDan-ux9lk]

I built my own box I mounted on the opposite side right next to the battery ran a short wire for for the power source :) I like that box as well 👍🏻 good pricing

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for sharing Dan! That sounds cool!

[@mschuer100]

Excellent instruction, thanks for posting. Very helpful

[@adventuredex]

Thank you!!

[@crsbro6880]

Bro learning alot of from your videos enjoy the contents keep em rolling

[@ltsJustBigMe]

AWESOME!! I'm defiantly getting myself one of these for my birthday😂

[@adventuredex]

Thanks!! You will not be disappointed!

[@chris123060]

Great video- Keep up the great work!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks alot for the positive feedback!

[@TheBeardedJeeper]

Great install! I was waiting for something to come out cheaper. I'll have to save for one of these to test out. Thanks for the review

[@adventuredex]

Thanks Kyle! It works really great and the installation is straight forward! Thanks for watching!

[@davidpettyjohn3674]

@@adventuredex is there a way to customize the switchs like change them out to put like zombie lights.????

[@acecalzadilla6878]

Glad you made the video this is my next mod.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks Ace!

[@H.pylori]

I have watched some of your videos and like the way that you do a step by step install with warnings about potential problems. I have very limited to no mechanical skills but can follow directions, and based on your video I could almost do this....except for the removal of the pillar panels and using the jigsaw to modify. Would prefer to install the switchpod with someone like you who knows what he is doing. Be that as it may, thanks for your very helpful videos...I have just subscribed!!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks alot for the positive feedback!!

[@garbinator09]

r g -Look at it this way, even if you botched the trim, so what? Buy a new one and trim again. Otherwise, you'll never learn. Learning by doing gains self confidence. I am guilty of the very same reasoning, that! And I am a lazy character! Cheers!

[@adventuredex]

+Gary Bowen thanks for your input!

[@Jeep79]

Hey adventure dex yaniel the cuban from tampa fl good video explain we appreciate just ordered mi 50 inch bar im going to put one o this for all mi lights everywhere this mlc got 5 stars good price good quality thx bro

[@adventuredex]

Thanks alot for the positive feedback!

[@AridersLifeYT]

thanks for the video bro, much appreciated

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed!

[@007cheburashka]

Very slick. If they ever release diff colors and customizable button, even for a little more money, I might be in for one.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the comment! I am sure they will continue to improve the product with our feedback! Thanks for watching!

[@earlwalker8244]

Thanks I was just looking at purchasing that product of course I have 2 JK's

[@seekabs]

Great video, as usual!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks Omar!

[@cindysue5474]

Thanks for the vid a real clean setup on your light bar you can go to a hardware store and get the anti theft screws that take a special tool too undo them just a thought.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for your feedback! Thanks for watching!!

[@b.a.barnes1835]

Great video man! I think you should use that last switch too wire up some rock lights!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the suggest Brent! Your ahead of the game, I just got some rock lights to wire up! Stay tuned!

[@lennythelizard3856]

Nice install. Are the fuses on the terminals big enough to run a compressor for on board air?

[@SciVation1991]

Was about to spend $400 on a sPod when I came across this video. Subscribed.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks Chris! I appreciate the positive feedback!

[@christopherpacpaco711]

Thanks for the video. I have a pillar lights, can I hook both to 1 switch or does it have to be 1 switch per light?

[@jeremymiles8021]

Have you reviewed or used the Xprite sunrise series led lights on the Jeep? Real curious about the 50” and 20” hood mount ones. Thx.

[@ACA7381AJ]

Great video! The price difference is crazy compare to the S pod! I brought the new one which cost me around $750! I wished I had knew that Rough country was coming out with one. Would have saved me a lot of money! You should do a dual light bar or the Rostra Led Daytime running lights. Again thanks for a great video.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the positive feedback and suggestion! Glad you enjoyed!

[@jrjonesak]

I just got mine. There is a fuse tap to go to your accessory power, so the switchbox only comes on when key is in and turned on.

[@coachman290651]

hi like your easy as fitting the rocker switches look like std ARB Carling rocker switches that you can buy replacement covers or full switches in four basic colours

[@adventuredex]

These are standard size switches! Thanks for watching

[@frankysalas99]

Lol blue is prefect for mine. Your jeep is the same color as mine white with black top for me and blue interior and all extras including rock lights interior leds etc

[@adventuredex]

Yah, I want to change them to red! Thanks for watching!

[@aggrex]

Nice installation video! The only small con I have about the MLC6 is the interior LEDs never turn off. Probably not an issue since the MLC6 has the LVCO but I will mod those LEDs to be off.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the comment! Yeah, the lights never turn off, it doesn't seem to affect anything though. Its a cool touch. Thanks for watching!

[@greekunit690]

The button on the side of the switch is to turn the LEDs off.

[@jacobtoemas1233]

i just got one of these in my jeep! it's awesome!!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks! I love mine too!

[@josetellez5924]

Hey Y’all, @jacobtoemas @adventuredex With this switch mod, can you use it when the Jeep is tuned off? Or does it only work when the Jeep is running/on? Thx for the help.

[@prestonkoyanagi7017]

Did you connect the fuse in the packaging to the fuse box as well?

[@andyhenderson8893]

i had really high hopes for this..i ordered it got it all wired up and the 6th switch didnt work and the 3rd switch had to be on for switches 1,2,4,and 5 to work. also the led stay on when the car is off which i hate. the plug on the back that connects is pretty big and make fitting the panel back on harder than it should be. i ended up sending it back. i went with spod and spent more doe to have better dependability. i have the spod and its amazing but it was 800 bucks. This is really nice though for the price as long as it works. fyi the otrattw custom switches do work for this Rc system. i have all rc black series lights running to my spod and love them. i think rc makes good stuff but your mileage may very on the switches. great video

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the comment! I appreciate and respect all of your input! I think the main point here is cost/value. From my personal experience, RC makes great, reliable and affordable products but of course there is always going to be a more expensive top of the line product that some people choose to buy. I personally think that you cannot go wrong with $200 with warranty. I am sorry to hear that you got a faulty product but I am glad you got sorted out in the end! Thanks for watching!

[@kstinson]

Good video. The mounting for the positive and ground on the relay pcb really look questionable though. It seems they would be very prone to damage from vibration.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for sharing, I will look to see if there is any ware.

[@OceanDriveSpeeder]

OK, here is what you should add. Add White & Amber wig-wag lightbar or small LED's for events or helping out someone on the side of the road. If legal in your area. Here in Colorado they're legal. Many contractors use them too.

[@thomasbritain1824]

Great video! I am considering purchasing this item, along with lights, can I route my winch +/- to it? The slots seem a bit narrow.

[@billpatterson4887]

How do you run wire connection through firewall of manual transmission.

[@zracer1121]

Dex how did you wire up your winch to the pod without having to use the thick negative and positive battery wires?

[@larryjordan8811]

Thanks for putting together the video. I will be purchasing one. Only thing you left out was how you got the wire through the firewall.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the comment Larry! I usually use a snake to fish the wires through the firewall. It is up and to the left in the footwell. You will see a rubber grommet. Thanks for watching!

[@jackfiala3523]

great video! was just wondering how i could wire my rock lights not only to this relay but also to the dome lights automatic functions

[@adventuredex]

+Jack Fiala Great question, find the wire in the door harness that controls the dome lights! Simple! Thanks for watching

[@alexmancha907]

First time viewer never bought anything rough country but the look of the quality and that price point is awesome. How has it held up?

[@Johnnyc0822]

Awesome vid Does this work with JL 2019?

[@gretchenl2224]

Dex, Thanks for the great video, I referred to it often during my install however I'm a newbie and I'm not sure how the ground wire was run. To the battery? to a random steel bolt? Can you walk me through wiring the battery up?

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for watching! Running it to the battery is a great option! Hope that helps!

[@shafferusa]

Just bought this and the new updated version has the ability to turn the blue lights on and off with a button located on the driver side of the pod, for the wiring though it still has the positve red cable and an another red one stacked on top of it. I wired the obvious one to the battery, but there isnt instructions on how to or where to wire the other red one stackedked on top of it.

[@leroydestiny]

With the power cut off does it also power off the lights that illuminate the rocker lights?

[@davidmilovanovich9415]

Hay adventure Voswitch system has a 8 switch panel and it comes in :RED: Green and Blue Just wanted you to know Great job on your Demo's

[@TreesOnTheBeach]

Great job, looks very clean! I wish you could pick the text on each button. :) I guess I am picky!

[@adventuredex]

Yeah, that would be really cool! Thanks for watching!

[@johndean8521]

In Australia we need to have driving lights connected to the high beam circuit. How would you suggest connecting the sPod that way?

[@SB3rd]

Does the blue light on the switches stay on all the time? or is there a way to turn them off?

[@regmartin688]

Awesome video.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks!

[@pcaraujo74]

Just got mine for the TJ. I just got the KC Era4 . How do you hook up the harness that comes with it? The harness comes with a relay and light switch .

[@RamosDominicano]

As always, great video Dex! I was originally going to follow your video to wire up my A-pillar switches, but this seems like a much simpler installation. I do have a few questions for you. Given the option, would you prefer to have your switches in the A-pillar or overhead console? Which do you find easier to operate? Also, does the new console affect your ability to operate the hard top latches?

[@adventuredex]

Thanks Remi! To answer your questions, The overhead is great value in comparison to the A-pllar since it comes pre-wired and has a few cool features. like the low voltage cut off. Also I needed more than 4 switches so the overhead was a great addition. The overhead does not prevent the hardtop from closing but that latch is tight!! Thanks for watching!

[@brbadventurer]

10:51 it might be simple but my province requires off road lights to be triggered by the the high beam circuit not the ignition. So I would need to have a way to only have the relay trip if the off road light switch was on and the high beams are on at the same time. I also like my fog lights to come on with my park lights or factory fog light. It sounds kind of complicated but once you do it a few times it not so hard. 11:37 That is a good feature. 12:30 I would like to have them green like my dash lights. 12:46 Back up lights. Thanks for the video

[@Heartlanddualsport]

It is kinda hard to tell from the picture, can you still get your tops on and off easy, looks like it is really close to the front center latch to keep the top down?

[@adventuredex]

Yah it doesn’t really affect the top latch, it close fully close but it closes enough to get a good seal. Thanks for watching

[@pitbull62]

i have a cb radio and a ham radio mounted where the switches need to go, above the mirror. Would it be possible to keep the pillar switches instead while running the MLC6 under the hood?

[@tommyhammel7223]

Can you do a video on how to install a 50" rough country light bar to the MCL 6 Pod?

[@Tandmwilke]

Great installation video. Piece of cake install with your guidance. Regarding the product, I like it however I wished the mounting bracket for the switches was a little more sturdy. Other than that, no complaints.

[@adventuredex]

Agreed! Thanks for the feedback! Thanks for watching!!

[@oneguyonekit]

great clear installation video. is one switch/relay/fuse on this group of six able to handle two 30W LED lights? is each 40A relay and 30A fuse pair capable of handling that? Thanks.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks! Yes, you shouldn't have any problems with LED lights. I have blown a fuse before and replaced it with a large fuse. Hope that helps!

[@dexterlewis7912]

Damn im happy they sent you this product to review. I JUST had this in my cart and was looking for an switchpod install vid because your old SwitchPOD video........ 😬😬😬 sheesh.. Dats all ima say 😂😂

[@adventuredex]

Your very welcome! Don’t forget to take advantage of the discount code “AdventureDex” save yourself some $$! And awesome name btw!! Jeepwave 👋🏼

[@dexterlewis7912]

@@adventuredex No prob.. And I just recently bought a brawlee (Done Right) LED light that goes on the rear window glass. That could be your nxt video idea. (Mainly due to the fact that i need help). I would really like to wire the Brawlee light to constant power and having the option of turning it off or leaving it on because it comes with a remote. For things like..... Getting drunk on back of the TG. Plz help if this is possible with this product your reviewing in this vid. And btw i like your name (dex) too seems like I've heard it b4..

[@michaelloomisiii3475]

How hard is it to swap the actual switch part to another one that's a bit more descriptive...like "Lightbar" and "Fog Lights"? Does the OEM rocker just pop right off?? Thanks!

[@TheZigZiggy]

That is a super awesome switch pod. But I'm with you regarding the cutouts and the switch colors. They should provide colored inserts so you can choose your colors. My pillar switch pod has a different color for each switch, which makes it easier to find the one you want. Regarding what you should wire up ... I don't know if you already have them or not, but I'm thinking of putting some LED spotlights facing the rear. Just not sure how or where to mount them back there. Any ideas?

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the input and suggestions! I might switch the switches so maybe the I can change the colors that way. I like the idea of putting some rear facing LED's for backing up and nighttime. I originally had some but took them off. Thanks for watching!

[@4everjeeper]

think I will wait awhile to see how they hold up, never been a fan of RC so I guess time will tell, I don't mind spending extra if I get quality but I also don't mind saving if good product so I will sit back and wait and see how it holds up over some time

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for your comment, I believe you have a fair assessment however RC has really improved their products over the past few years and honest have won me over. There products are affordable and ware well but I cannot argue that spending more will get you a top quality product elsewhere. It all comes down to what you want to spend! Thanks for watching!!

[@Sniperssx]

Man this what I was looking for relay built with fuse with switch on

[@georgerabel3760]

Can this product be installed with the Quadratek 50” stealth light bar already in place.

[@jdsaltz]

Can you tell me how you wired into your fuse box so that the switches dont always stay on when the vehicle is off ?

[@sawyersmill2103]

Dex, done with the install. Thanks for the vid! My rocker switch lights stay illuminated blue without the key in the ignition. Are they supposed to go out like the interior dome light or do they remain on?

[@adventuredex]

They always remain on. 👍🏼 glad you enjoyed 👌🏼

[@douglasradtke7953]

Can I get this on Amazon? The ML6 I saw is only for the TJ. Maybe the offsetting brackets aren't being considered? I like this unit and like to get thru Amazon with gift cards I have...thoughts! Great vid... keep posting!!

[@tanavsharma7558]

Can you do a video on the S-Tech Switch Box? Specifically how to wire the lights into the switch box. Most videos online skip this step. What do i do with the black wire coming from the light? There is no place to plug that into the S-Tech Switch box.

[@garyungar4521]

Good video. Can you go into difference between that and the Rugged ridge pillar switch pod. ? Also great song what group?

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for watching! The biggest difference between the A pillar system and the MLC6 is the source of the MLC6, it allows you to connect your accessories directly to it in one central location which makes wiring a lot easier and safer! Hope that helps!

[@TheJohnhazelair]

Great video/videos bro. Question that I haven't seen asked, and wasn't covered in video- the latch that spins to lock the front part of the top t roof pieces that sit above the pod switch. Does it no longer lock? I can't turn mine unless I unscrew the hex screw. Ideas?

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the positive feedback. Yes, the lock will still close but it is hella tight! I leave mine half way locked and that seems enough to prevent any water leaks!

[@rodneyhanbaum697]

Very cool! Is this water resistant?/ Is there a seal around the housing cover to help keep water n mud out? Very Nice product! Thank you

[@adventuredex]

No but I have never had an issue with it. Thanks for watching

[@anthonygreer3724]

When installing the switches, it looks like the top of the housing is open to water if you have your top off and get caught in the rain (at 6:42 in the video). is there a cover plate that went on after you screwed it in, or does it remain open on the top like that. Seems like a rain shower could get all the inside wet. Otherwise, this is definitley something I'll look at trying (unless you've found one better since this video).

[@patsimpson1496]

My footmans loop had to be drilled out no screws 😠...glad to see correct that in the newer models

[@adventuredex]

Damn that sucks!!

[@pyker41]

i personally think cb radio with PA speaker its a ton of fun!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@juliegogel3495]

Would you run a winch to this or direct run to battery for winch

[@davidcarrano4590]

Dex I have a right hand side Jeep, because I live here in Japan. Not sure if this Rough Country pod will work due to my engine compartment being the opposite of a left hand side Jeep. SO you have any suggestions?

[@chagosoutdoors3122]

Does this product work with a Freedom Hard Top on a 2015 Jeep 2D Wrangler? It just seems that there is not much space above the switches to lock the Freedom top. In your video, you don't have the top on so it's hard to tell. Thanks...Bill

[@thelifeofsameerah4678]

Where did you purchase your A-pillar switch bar with the phone charger ports?

[@vazo6613]

Hi! What about if is a RHD (UK) Wrangler ? The bracket is a same ?

[@breakfree4x4]

How did you get the lead through the firewall?

[@jefftrowercreative]

great video and very helpful. One question is that the LED lights stay lit blue even when there is no key in the ignition. Is that true? Seems a bit strange that it is not a switched current. Thanks and keep up the great content.

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the comment! The led lights do not turn off. It does not seem to affect the battery in away. I have had it in my Jeep for about 2 weeks with no issues! Thanks for watching!

[@MrJoshcc600]

Can I change the switch covers so i know better what's lockers and what's lights?

[@paulflores490]

Good job dude👍

[@adventuredex]

Thanks 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@ealanereynolds9332]

Love the tutorial but do they make it for a 2017 JK?

[@dillonlackus6667]

So is the control box waterproof?? Looks like some big holes on the bottom

[@kelvingutierrez8328]

Were each pod lights connected separately or as a pair ??

[@SciVation1991]

I have 2 sets of Rigid Duallys and a light bar run into my a-pillar switch panel (pos,neg,and ground wires). With this, can I cut the wires down to just pos/neg since the MLC-6 has its own ground? Can I also cut the fuse out? Awesome video.

[@adventuredex]

Yes, all you need is a positive and negative. The MLC6 does the rest! Thanks for watching!

[@chantalxox]

Quick question! I'm new to this switch pod stuff and I just bought some awesome side mirrors like yours...😍 Well, I didn't know that it did not come with the switch pod .. so my question is, which one would you recommend for someone that doesn't have any other light bar or anything else? I just need one for the side mirrors? Thank you so much!!

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the comment Chantal! It all depends on your needs, the A pillar is a good cheap option but it is limited to 4 switches and a lot of wiring. The RC switch pod does with 6 switches and is prewired! If you can get the Rough Country, then I would say go for it! Thanks for watching!

[@andrewedwards1886]

I'm 100% getting one now because of this video

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for watching!! Glad you enjoyed!!

[@andrewedwards1886]

AdventureDex what type exhaust are u running on your jeep?

[@adventuredex]

Gibson metal mulisha but without the giant rusty tips lol!

[@andrewedwards1886]

AdventureDex thanks man. Its sounds great

[@adventuredex]

Anytime!!

[@ravixdewolf4540]

Thank you for mentioning the things you didn't like about it. Blue lights and cutting the trim would be a dealbreaker for me. Hope they come out with a 2.0

[@adventuredex]

Thanks for the comment! I try to make my videos are honest as possible! I recently learned that the switches can be changed so I will be changing mine to custom red switches and the cutting is the only small issue! Thanks for watching!

[@drillbittreed10]

Do a vid on it also. Blue isnt my color also. Red is the only way to go

[@adventuredex]

Yah I will!

[@abnpthfdr2934]

All RC would have to do is to extend the bracket a little, so that the plastic trim won't hit. One would think it's an easy fix; hopefully they take your comment into consideration and modify the bracket. Great video, though! Keep them coming!!!

[@carterfalcon346]

What about a 2017 jeep wrangler unlimited sport? Will it work