I have a federal signal model 28 siren that I want to install on my Silverado but I’m not really sure exactly how to go about doing it. I know people have put Q sirens and 28s on new vehicles before but haven’t found any exact details on how to install one. Anyone that could help me out I would greatly appreciate it.
Installing a Federal Model 28 on a new vehicle.
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You need a solenoid to operate it. That way your large cable from the battery goes straight to the siren and the small wire passes through the switch. I have this B&M siren diagram. You wont' have the brake, so only a 3 pole solenoid would work.
Here is an old thread about wiring a 28. Good pictures by GSPD, shows the details
Federal Model 28 wiring help please........
I'm going to put a Model 28 siren on one of our trucks. I'd like a foot switch on both the driver side and passenger side, although driver side only would work as well. Can someone please tell me how it would be best to wire it up? I know big gauge wires to the siren from the battery, it should...
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