I have kicked that around too, or wiring it in to the accessory switch. To be honest I have never used the light.I got rid of my flip up dash light when I put in the new dash panel because it would always get flipped up somehow, I wouldn't notice it, and the battery would be drained.
Will do. Sometimes less is more. I like the LED idea. Best place to get them? I think red would be the best color, the boat is all red with black carpet. Not crazy about the carpet, it looks the best but is a b!tch to keep clean. Here is a shot from last summer, which seems LONG ago...I agree that light is old school, Don't miss mine at all. A strip of LED lights run along the top of the console to shine downwards is a better idea and pulls a lot less current. Post some shots when you get done, she's going to look sharp.