Electrical System Planning - Trader 01¶

Full rewire using Infinitybox PDM system for 1996 F-250 with Godzilla 7.3L / 6R140 / Electric Shift Transfer Case swap.

Status: Active Planning - Components Selected Last Updated: 2026-02-01

Key Components Owned: - Swap the Universe Godzilla/6R140 Control Pack - Swap the Universe Transfer Case Controller - Infinitybox Full Kit (MASTERCELL + POWERCELLs + Harness)

System Architecture Overview¶

Infinitybox System Components¶

MASTERCELL Input Controller - Location: Interior (under dash or behind seat) - Purpose: Receives all switch inputs, sensors, and triggers - Connects to: Switches, door pins, key-on signal, brake pedal, etc. - Communication: CAN bus to POWERCELLs

POWERCELL Output Module(s) - Location: Engine bay (front POWERCELL) + Rear (rear POWERCELL if needed) - Purpose: High-current switching for all loads - Each POWERCELL: Multiple high-current outputs with built-in protection - Communication: CAN bus from MASTERCELL

Infinitybox NGX System ✓ OWNED (Order #8766)

Received: - IPM1 Kit (MASTERCELL NGX + POWERCELL(s) NGX + harnesses) - inVERT Mini (turn signal flasher module) - 4x inMOTION Door Modules (one per door) - Pre-built harnesses with pig-tail terminations

Pending shipment (verify status): - Additional POWERCELL NGX - inCODE NGX System Programmer - inLINK NGX Wireless Interface Kit

Harness notes (from Jay @ Infinitybox): - Harnesses plug directly into MASTERCELL, POWERCELLs, inMOTION cells - Opposite ends are pig tails - cut to length and crimp your terminals - Need butt-splices or fast-on connectors for existing light wires - May need steering column mating connector (TBD based on column choice)

Swap the Universe Components ✓ OWNED¶

STU Godzilla/6R140 Control Pack - Location: Firewall or inner fender (TBD) - Purpose: Engine ECU + Transmission TCM in one unit - Inputs: Key-on, crank signal, throttle pedal, sensors - Outputs: Fuel injectors, coils, transmission solenoids

STU Transfer Case Controller - Location: Under dash or transmission tunnel - Purpose: Controls electric shift transfer case motor - Inputs: Shift switch (2H/4H/4L), position sensor feedback - Outputs: TC shift motor drive, position indicator

System Integration Map¶

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│                        BATTERY (PRIMARY)                            │
│                              (+)                                    │
└──────────┬──────────────┬──────────────┬──────────────┬────────────┘
           │              │              │              │
           │         ┌────▼────┐    ┌────▼────┐   ┌────▼────┐
           │         │POWERCELL│    │STU      │   │STU TC   │
           │         │(Front)  │    │Control  │   │Control  │
           │         │         │    │Pack     │   │         │
           │         └────┬────┘    └────┬────┘   └────┬────┘
           │              │              │              │
           │         CAN Bus        Engine/Trans   TC Motor
           │              │           Harness       Harness
           │              │              │              │
      ┌────▼────┐    ┌────▼────┐        │              │
      │Starter  │    │MASTERCELL│◄──────┘              │
      │Relay    │    │(Interior)│    Key-on signal     │
      └─────────┘    └────┬────┘                       │
                         │                             │
                    Switch Inputs                      │
                         │                             │
              ┌──────────┼──────────┐                  │
              │          │          │                  │
         ┌────▼───┐ ┌────▼───┐ ┌────▼───┐        ┌────▼───┐
         │Lighting│ │Accessory│ │Gauges │        │TC Shift│
         │Switches│ │Switches │ │Cluster│        │Switch  │
         └────────┘ └─────────┘ └───────┘        └────────┘

Integration Points¶

From	To	Signal	Wire	Notes
Battery +	STU Control Pack	Main power	8 AWG	Fused at battery
Battery +	STU TC Controller	Main power	12 AWG	Fused
Battery +	POWERCELL	Main power	4 AWG	Per Infinitybox spec
Ignition switch	MASTERCELL	Key-on trigger	18 AWG	Input to MASTERCELL
MASTERCELL	STU Control Pack	Key-on signal	18 AWG	Switched output from MASTERCELL
MASTERCELL	Starter relay	Crank signal	18 AWG	Momentary during crank
STU Control Pack	MASTERCELL	Reverse signal	18 AWG	Trigger for reverse lights
STU Control Pack	Gauges	Tach/Temp/Oil	Signal	Depends on cluster choice
STU TC Controller	Dash	Position indicator	Signal	2H/4H/4L lights
Shift switch	STU TC Controller	Mode select	18 AWG	Driver input

CAN Bus Architecture¶

Separate CAN Networks (Recommended) - Infinitybox CAN: MASTERCELL ↔ POWERCELL(s) — dedicated network - STU CAN: Control Pack internal — isolated from Infinitybox

Why separate? - Avoids CAN ID conflicts - Simplifies troubleshooting - Each system is self-contained - No custom CAN programming required

Power Distribution Strategy¶

Battery System¶

Primary Battery - Type: [ ] AGM / [ ] Lithium - Location: Engine bay - Purpose: Engine starting, primary vehicle electrical - Capacity: _____ Ah

Secondary Battery (Optional) - Type: [ ] AGM / [ ] Lithium - Location: [ ] Engine bay / [ ] Bed / [ ] Under seat - Purpose: Accessories, winch, camping power - Isolator/Charger: [ ] Redarc / [ ] Blue Sea ACR / [ ] Infinitybox solution

Alternator¶

Type: High-output alternator recommended for full rewire
Output: _____ Amps (recommend 200A+ for Godzilla swap with accessories)
Notes: Godzilla uses modern serpentine setup

Circuit Planning¶

Vehicle Functions (MASTERCELL Inputs → POWERCELL Outputs)¶

Lighting Circuits¶

Circuit	Load	Est. Amps	Trigger	Notes
Headlights - Low Beam	OEM or LED upgrade	15A	Headlight switch
Headlights - High Beam	OEM or LED upgrade	15A	Headlight switch + dimmer	Flash-to-pass logic
Parking Lights	Front + rear markers	5A	Headlight switch position 1
Turn Signals - Left	Front + rear left	5A	Turn signal switch	Infinitybox flasher module
Turn Signals - Right	Front + rear right	5A	Turn signal switch	Infinitybox flasher module
Brake Lights	Rear brake lights	10A	Brake pedal switch
Reverse Lights	Rear reverse	5A	Transmission reverse signal
Hazard Lights	All turn signals	10A	Hazard switch	Override turn signals
License Plate Light	Rear plate	2A	Parking light circuit
Interior Dome	Cab dome light	2A	Door pins + manual switch	Delay-off feature

Accessory Circuits¶

Circuit	Load	Est. Amps	Trigger	Notes
Wipers - Low	Wiper motor	10A	Wiper switch
Wipers - High	Wiper motor	15A	Wiper switch
Washer Pump	Washer fluid pump	5A	Washer switch	Momentary
Horn	Dual horns	15A	Horn button
Heater Blower	HVAC blower motor	20A	Blower switch	Multi-speed
Defrost	Rear defrost (if equipped)	20A	Defrost switch	Timer logic optional
Power Windows	Window motors	20A each	Window switches	If equipped
Power Locks	Door lock actuators	10A	Lock switch/remote	If equipped

Gauge & Instrument Circuits — Dakota Digital RTX ✓ OWNED¶

Dakota Digital RTX System (upgraded from VHX) - Full-color TFT display with customizable layouts - Accepts direct sensor inputs (no adapters needed for modern sensors) - Built-in signal conditioning for tach, temp, pressure, fuel - Configurable via Dakota Digital control box - OEM-style appearance with customizable backlighting

Owned Dakota Digital Modules: - RTX-92F-PU-X Cluster, GPS-50-2 Speed Sensor, GPS Antenna - BIM-01-2 Expansion, BIM-RGB Lighting, BIM-22-3 TPMS - DIM-1 Dimming Kit, SEN-15-1 Air Temp Sender - VCM-105 Cruise Commander, PAC-1300 Auto Headlights, PAC-3500 Door Control

Signal	Source	Dakota Input	Notes
Tachometer	STU Control Pack	Tach input	Verify signal type (coil/ECU)
Speedometer	VSS or GPS	Speed input	GPS module recommended for swaps
Coolant Temp	Godzilla sensor → STU	Temp sender input	May need STU output or tap sensor
Oil Pressure	Godzilla sensor → STU	Pressure sender input	Verify sender compatibility
Fuel Level	Tank sender	Fuel sender input	Keep OEM sender or match to DD
Voltmeter	Direct battery sense	Internal	Built into VHX

Warning Lights (from STU Control Pack) | Indicator | STU Output | DD Input | |-----------|------------|----------| | Check Engine | MIL output | Warning input | | Oil Pressure Warning | Low oil output | Warning input | | High Temp Warning | Overheat output | Warning input | | Turn Signals L/R | MASTERCELL | Indicator inputs | | High Beam | MASTERCELL | Indicator input |

Parts Status: - [x] Dakota Digital RTX-92F-PU-X (1992-97 F-Series) ✓ OWNED - [x] Dakota Digital GPS-50-2 speed sensor ✓ OWNED - [x] All BIM expansion modules ✓ OWNED - See PURCHASE_LOG.md for complete list

Off-Road / Accessory Circuits¶

Circuit	Load	Est. Amps	Trigger	Notes
Aux Lights - Front Bar	LED light bar	30A	Manual switch
Aux Lights - Pods	Ditch lights / spot pods	20A	Manual switch
Aux Lights - Rock Lights	Underbody rock lights	10A	Manual switch
Aux Lights - Rear	Chase light / reverse flood	15A	Manual + reverse trigger
Winch	Winch motor	Direct to battery	Winch controller	NOT through Infinitybox - direct battery
Air Compressor	Onboard air	30A	Manual switch	ARB or similar
Ham Radio	VHF/UHF transceiver	15A	Key-on or manual
CB Radio	CB transceiver	5A	Key-on or manual
USB/12V Outlets	Charging ports	10A	Key-on	Multiple locations
Inverter	120V inverter	30A+	Manual switch	Size dependent

Powertrain Integration¶

Godzilla 7.3L Engine¶

Engine Harness - Ford Godzilla requires standalone ECU harness OR control pack - Selected: Swap the Universe Control Pack ✓ - Pre-configured ECU for Godzilla 7.3L - Integrated 6R140 TCM control - CAN-ready for PDM integration

Engine Signals to Infinitybox | Signal | Purpose | Notes | |--------|---------|-------| | Tach signal | RPM for gauges | From ECU or coil | | Oil pressure sender | Gauge/warning | May need adapter | | Coolant temp sender | Gauge/warning | May need adapter | | Check engine light | Warning indicator | From ECU | | Key-on signal | Power-on trigger | To ECU and Infinitybox | | Starter signal | Crank signal | From Infinitybox to starter relay |

6R140 Transmission¶

Transmission Control - 6R140 is electronically controlled - requires TCM - Selected: Swap the Universe Control Pack ✓ (integrated with engine control)

Transmission Signals | Signal | Purpose | Notes | |--------|---------|-------| | PRNDL | Gear position indicator | To cluster/Infinitybox | | Reverse signal | Reverse lights trigger | To Infinitybox | | Neutral safety | Starter inhibit | Through Infinitybox logic | | Transmission temp | Warning/gauge | Optional |

Electric Shift Transfer Case¶

Transfer Case Controller - Electric shift transfer case (from Super Duty) needs controller - Selected: Swap the Universe Transfer Case Controller ✓

Transfer Case Signals | Signal | Purpose | Notes | |--------|---------|-------| | 2H/4H/4L position | Mode indicator | To dash indicator | | Shift motor power | Mode selection | Through controller | | Position sensors | Feedback to controller | |

Switch Panel Planning¶

Primary Switch Locations¶

Dash-Mounted Switches - Headlight switch (OEM style or custom) - Wiper/washer switch - Hazard switch - Defrost switch (if equipped) - HVAC blower switch

Center Console Switches - Transfer case mode selector - Aux light switches - Air compressor switch - Diff lock switches (if equipped)

Overhead Console (Optional) - Map lights - Aux light master - Radio controls

Infinitybox Input Mapping¶

See: MASTERCELL_INPUT_MAP.md for complete input assignment table.

Summary: ~30 inputs defined across lighting, ignition, powertrain signals, driver controls, vehicle status, and auxiliary switches. Some inputs pending clarification from Infinitybox (driver door, mirrors).

Wire Routing Strategy¶

Engine Bay¶

Front POWERCELL Location: [ ] Driver fender / [ ] Passenger fender / [ ] Firewall - Considerations: Heat, water intrusion, accessibility - Infinitybox recommendation: Driver inner fender common location

Engine Bay Runs - Battery cables (0/2 AWG) - POWERCELL power feed (4 AWG from battery) - CAN bus to rear POWERCELL (if used) - CAN bus through firewall to MASTERCELL - All lighting outputs from POWERCELL

Firewall Penetration¶

Single grommet strategy recommended: - CAN bus cable (2 wires + shield) - Key-on signal wire - Any additional signal wires - Use weatherproof bulk grommet

Interior¶

MASTERCELL Location: [ ] Under dash / [ ] Behind seat / [ ] Center console - Needs access to all switch inputs - Protected from water/debris

Interior Runs - Switch panel wiring to MASTERCELL - CAN bus from firewall - Gauge cluster connections - Door trigger wires - Rear lighting feeds (if no rear POWERCELL)

Rear of Vehicle¶

Rear POWERCELL (Optional) - Location: Behind seat or in bed - Purpose: Reduces wire runs for rear lights, bed accessories - Connected via CAN bus from front POWERCELL

Grounding Strategy¶

Chassis Grounds¶

Primary ground: Battery negative to frame (0 AWG)
Engine ground: Block to frame (2 AWG)
Body grounds: Cab to frame at multiple points

Infinitybox Grounds¶

POWERCELL grounds: Heavy gauge to battery negative or chassis
MASTERCELL ground: To chassis near installation point
All grounds should be star-pointed to battery negative when possible

Parts List¶

Owned ✓¶

Powertrain Control - [x] Swap the Universe Godzilla/6R140 Control Pack - [x] Swap the Universe Transfer Case Controller

Infinitybox System - [x] Infinitybox Full Kit with Harness (MASTERCELL + POWERCELLs + harness)

Still Needed¶

Power Distribution - [ ] High-output alternator (200A+ recommended) - [ ] Primary battery (Group , Ah AGM recommended) - [ ] Secondary battery (if winch/camping loads warrant it) - [ ] Battery isolator/charger (if dual battery) - [ ] Main fuse/breaker (___A) - [ ] Battery cables (0/2 AWG, lengths TBD)

Wiring Supplies - [ ] TXL wire assortment (14-22 AWG, various colors) - [ ] Heat shrink tubing (adhesive-lined, assorted sizes) - [ ] Wire loom / split conduit - [ ] Firewall grommets (main pass-through) - [ ] Deutsch / Weatherpack connectors for engine bay - [ ] Fuse holders and fuses (for non-Infinitybox circuits)

Switches & Controls - [ ] Headlight switch (OEM style or aftermarket) - [ ] Turn signal / wiper switch (column-mounted or custom) - [ ] Aux switch panel (Carling/Contura style recommended) - [ ] TC shift switch (may come with STU controller - verify)

Gauges - [ ] Gauge cluster solution (OEM with adapters OR aftermarket)

Open Questions / Decisions Needed¶

Control Pack Decision: Which solution for Godzilla/6R140/TC integration?
Swap the Universe complete control pack ✓ OWNED
Ford Performance + separate TC controller
Custom standalone
Gauge Cluster: Keep OEM 1996 cluster or upgrade?
Keep OEM (need signal adapters)
Aftermarket digital cluster
Dakota Digital RTX ✓ OWNED (upgraded from VHX)
Secondary Battery: Needed for planned accessories?
Winch: Direct battery (doesn't go through Infinitybox)
Air compressor: 30A
Lights: ~50A total if all on
Radios: 20A
Switch Panel Style:
OEM-look integration
Custom rocker panel (how many switches?)
Touchscreen (Infinitybox compatible?)

Reference Documents¶

Infinitybox Official - Wiring Diagrams & Resources - Setting Address Jumpers - Automatic Headlights - POWERCELL Output

Project Documents - Infinitybox Reference — address jumpers, CAN network, tips - Infinitybox Questions — email to Jay (ready to send) - MASTERCELL Input Map — all switch inputs documented - POWERCELL Output Map — all load outputs documented - Switch Panel Layout — panel zones, switch inventory, style options - Wire Routing — physical paths, zones, installation sequence - Shopping List — parts to purchase, vendors, phased ordering - Installation Phases — 12-phase install sequence with checklists - Purchase Log — receipts and owned components - Build Manual — wiring schematics, connector pinouts, testing checklist

Parts Catalog - Swap the Universe Godzilla Control Pack - Swap the Universe TC Controller - F250 Wiring Reference PDFs

Next Steps¶

This is a living document - update as decisions are made and planning progresses.