(Part 3) Best automotive lights & lighting accessories according to redditors
We found 3,687 Reddit comments discussing the best automotive lights & lighting accessories. We ranked the 1,702 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 41-60. You can also go back to the previous section.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FH8P1DG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hgNMxbMKX91TH
That one is $40 with 4.5 stars and 600 reviews. 90% of lightbars on the market are the same exact Chinese led bars that people rebrand on eBay, amazon, and (insert 4x4 website). You usually start seeing "better quality" light bars around $500 and People will argue that their over priced light bar is superior because it shines brighter/further and lasts longer but when almost all the people who buy them never use them, it doesn't matter and the cost to performance when spending more money is laughable. So unless you feel the need to brag at your local Jeep meetup or you build offroading trucks for a living, you don't need to spend more money on a led light bar.
/Rant
First off as a reminder for everybody: if you guys could make suggestion posts self-posts, that would be great! I'll leave this here since you've already got some comments already and are off road in the picture. :)
Now...
Here is my wagon currently.
There's a pretty good amount of stuff you can do for your wagon. :)
Starting with protection, Primitive makes excellent quality plates that will keep your car safe from rocks and branches from stabbing into your under-body driving or if you bottom out. I highly recommend Primitive. They're excellent to work with.
Let's talk about lifts, now! :) There's multiple ways to lift an Outback. Subtle Solutions and Gorilla Off-Road Company both make 1" Spacers that allow you to lift without much (if any) correction to the suspension.
After lifting, getting an alignment is definitely recommended. Also note that 2" is pretty much the max for lifting our cars unless you're wanting to getting into dropping the subframe. SJR makes a lift that goes 4" and 6", but they increase in price significantly from the 2" model.
If you're looking for a lift that has some more on the road benefits, King Springs are another viable option as they have ~20% stiffer progressive spring rate that keeps the car stiffer on corners and keeps you from bouncing around off-road. They're usually put on new shocks and the most commonly used ones are KYB GR2s. There's a little discrepancy on how much they lift, but it's usually 1"-1.5". The King Spring + KYB GR2 combo will run you ~$900, which is a little pricey, but worth it if you're looking for an improved ride.
One last route to go (which I think I'm going to do these and regular height King Springs) is an SJR lift which uses metal lifting blocks found here. They provide a 2" lift and are angled to keep stock strut geometry which is definitely nice.
Lights are a place you can mix it up a bit. Hella 500s are tried and true and have a more "rally" look to them, but I recently bought this front LED light bar and absolutely love it. It's light output is ridiculous and it's great for the price. So far, no complaints. Just remember for bulb lights, circle lights generally put out more. :) Her's my top LED light bar as well if you're interested.
I got this roof rack and am very happy with it. It's solid and great for the money. They make an extension piece as well and a cargo net
Rally Armor Mud Flaps are useful for keeping the mud on your car down and also defecting rocks from your paint. :)
And last but not least, tires! I highly recommend General Grabber AT2s. You can go about one more tire size bigger than stock and still not rub. :) Tires are one of the best upgrades you can get for going off-road. :)
I hope this helps! :)
Aftermarket. The OEM parts were too expensive for my wallet.
Footwell lights: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OU5LOT2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Door Sills: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07S7M3FC1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Black Matte/with glossifier plastidip front and rear emblems/logo
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Smoked sidemarkers Here
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Black Gloss Vinyl Kit from KoolTint :HERE
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Black Lugs on Order from College Hills Honda
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Tint: 18% rear, 35% front, 5% eyebrow
Tell your bud to drop those shit LED headlights. That style has a horrible beam pattern, and very little distance. It's basically a flood light that blinds everyone. They're only useful on farm equipment and loaders.
Get a hybrid projector style:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07G31G4VB/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8&th=1&psc=1
Or a reflector style like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Rectangular-Headlight-Headlamp-Wrangler-Replacement/dp/B074LT5B1M/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?keywords=5x7+led&qid=1554587528&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011&rnid=2661617011&s=gateway&sr=8-7
Not saying to purchase those exact ones. But to purchase ones in that style.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001TWD5KU/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_bsw5xbSJKJ9TD
And the light bar.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016E350H4/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_9tw5xbT3MH70Z
I have a 19 sport but really wanted an ex for the extras and couldn't get it in time. Seeing it in my color makes me so jelly. That's a clean whip 🔥
As far as chrome delete goes, here are some links you can use if you want. smoked markers, chrome trim blackout, lug chrome delete, black or carbon handles, this site has stickers for the useless buttons, steering wheel, dash, shifter. I went down a rabbit hole.
>The factory headlights even with an LED upgrade isn't going to cut it during the winter time.
I agree, LED "upgrades" will only help you see worse in the wintertime. Unfortunately, propaganda and misinformation and fake news surrounding LED kits for vehicles have reached North Korean levels.
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What I would do if I were driving a '15 Fusion in Alaska at night:
Stick with halogens bulb and keep the old, factory halogens as spares in your car.
This is how much high-performance halogen bulbs can help you. They can help you see 60+ feet further compared to factory bulbs. These are the best H11 bulbs for your low-beam headlamps. Your Ford has H11 bulbs in the low-beams as stock equipment.
Alternatively, you can switch from H11s in your low-beam to H9 bulbs. H9 bulbs draw ~10 more watts than H11 bulbs, but put out 75% more lumens. The slight bump in power draw might actually be beneficial in helping you melt the ice on your lamps! Here are the best H9 bulbs. You will have to trim a little metal and plastic tab on the bulb to match the dimensions of the tabs on your H11 bulbs, but it's not extremely difficult.
Either the high-performance H11s or the H9 bulb swap will enable you to see far better than your stock setup with its long-life, low-output H11 bulbs, or any sort of LED conversion.
And before I get a light bar, I would consider upgrading your high-beams and perhaps see if that'll cut it. Your stock high-beams use H7 bulbs, which only put out 1600 lumens. 2100 lumen H7 bulbs are coming out soon. So, if you ran H9's in the low-beams and the special H7's in the high-beam, you'd be looking at 8400 raw lumens from your Ford without even touching a light bar or LED bulbs. And the price of these 4 halogen bulbs should be below $50. Even without the special H7s, you're looking at 7500 raw lumens with just H9s.
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If you do need a light bar, I would get a good light bar such as this one. No, this is definitely not the cheapest light bar out there, but it's definitely reliable, as it's made by an American firm (JW Speaker).
I think the ones your friend has are absolute glare monsters - they probably don't have a well defined cut-off line and blind the crap out of everyone else on the road.
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Truck-lite knock offs are probably your best bet
https://www.amazon.com/Rectangular-Headlight-Headlamp-Wrangler-Replacement/dp/B074LT5B1M/ref=sr_1_7?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1541441309&sr=1-7&keywords=5x7+Led+headlights&dpID=610AnF-vaCL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
I just put these in my 2018. No word on longevity as they've only been in there two days but they look nice and weren't expensive.
High Beam
Low Beam
This is what happens when HID bulbs get old; they will get worse over time. You probably just need new bulbs. You can buy them on Amazon. Look at youtube for videos on how to do it, and decide whether you feel like you can do it yourself. If not, find a local shop that can do it, probably much cheaper than the dealer.
(A housing is the entire module containing all the lenses, reflectors, etc. Unless there is physical damage to it, you shouldn't need to replace it.)
I got these: Looked great, fit better than the OEM. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073X69N7D/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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SSD lightbar and amazon special LED lights.
They're plenty bright, but they don't really make great driving lights. It's hard to focus LEDs as well as a halogen beam, so they act more as flood lights. Gonna relocate my plate soon and throw some pencil beams in the center, so I have some good throw and also good flood on the sides and top.
So this would be them? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NMEEV9W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_42rqDbVBR5Q9Q
WoneNice 52" 300W LED Driving Light Bar 4WD Off Road Truck DC10-30V https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FH8P1DG/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_6uQQwbQ9CPY7A
Here is what I predominantly see. They work awesome too.
I depends on what types of hellas you're getting. They have both fog lights and driving lights for the 500 series(ones I have). The fogs have a more dissipated beam pattern so it doesn't blind oncoming traffic, while the driving light are equivalent to high-beams. I installed the 500ff (clear lens) driving lights on the roof rack cross-member because I already have fog lights and so i can aim the beams further down the road. Many states make it illegal to install lights above your headlights though, but its usually not heavily enforced. I made mine removable so if I do get pulled over I can detach it and hopefully only give me a warning. Hopefully that helps.
These http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TWD5GY/ are the ones i have, and these http://www.amazon.com/HELLA-005750971-Series-Halogen-Lamp/dp/B002MOAHCI/ are the fog light version. They used to be made in Germany, then Mexico and now the current ones are made in India(heard that the quality dropped but its still decent). Personally I wouldn't want to use the switch they give you if your'e wiring them up independently from your headlights, its crap. I ended up buy a second fog light switch to wire up to run them.
heres an album http://imgur.com/a/Golcy of what I did with my lights.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FH8P1DG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_qgxwxbAHBDJHM
It's $46.79 now, quite a steal for the insane amount of light that comes from these things
I got this kit from Amazon.
It comes with 4 led strips, and fuse taps for a couple different sized fuses, along with an led controller, full function remote, as well as keychain remote. Hands down the best value I could find.
Wired up the fronts a few months back, but didn't have time to do the back seat along with the fronts (with 2 kids there isn't much time for anything)
To power: fuse tap on the drivers side fuse panel to F17. Ground to the bolt that is right in that same area. I also tucked the controller away in that same location with some 3m double sided adhesive.
Lights: drivers side was easy. Figure out where you want the lights (helps to plug them in and have them lit up so you can mess w placement til you find what you like) then 3m/zip tie/etc to the spot. Passenger side: I popped off the center console trim and ran the wires across that to reach passenger front foot well. Same thing...mess with placement, when good, attach.
For the backseat: pulled out rear seat cushion, and trim along the drivers side rocker panel up to the fuse box. Zip tie the cables together, and run along the channel that's right there, then along the front of the rear seat area just behind the cushion. End of the wiring terminates in the middle of the seats just behind center console. Put rear seat back in, climb back there and plug in led strips to find placement. Used a few dabs of hot glue to attach them to the bottom of the seat.
And that's that. This kit is so simple that it is really a painless install, you just gotta make sure you run the wiring neatly, and secure it along any runs to either the dash, another wire loom, etc, so it doesn't fall out. Tuck the excess up into the fuse panel and call it a day!
Looks sort of like this: https://www.amazon.com/Nilight-Round-Driving-Bumper-Warranty/dp/B00MDFOP1K
Might be great, might be crap. No idea. If you want the same size at a guaranteed quality-but many, many times the price the ARB 21s are solid.
There is absolutely no difference between brights and low. Nothing electrically changes. All that happens is that a little mirror moves inside the fixture, which doesn't even touch the lamp. No electrical difference at all. So I have no idea why that's happening, but it wouldn't be due to any sort of wiring problem because brights and low beam use exactly the same lamp, wiring, circuitry, everything.
Here's a link to the Phillips lamps on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Philips-Xenon-Headlight-Bulb-Pack/dp/B00480J4J6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415915589&sr=8-1&keywords=d4r
If you do a search for "D4R" on Amazon, you'll get a lot of other results. Some of the people on boards like PriusChat like the MaxLux lamps, which are a touch more expensive, but I have had good results with the Phillips ones, which are the ones Toyota installs at the factory. (OEM.)
I've personally used CarPro DLUX on black plastic trims and its fantastic!
The cars at home are basically new so I can't vouch for anything, but opti-lens is designed for headlights. That said, if you can afford the time and handiness, it would be better to just repaint a clear coat on them.
I picked up a 2017 EX-T in December and the very first thing I did was upgrade the lights to LED.
Headlights: H11 bulbs, 6000k to match the DRL
SiriusLED Extremely Bright COB LED Chip 8000 Lumens Headlights Fog Lights Bulb Conversion Kit H11 H8 6000K Xenon White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J6YGGZ8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_pG8KybF2ZQW7H
Fog lights: H8 bulbs, 6000k to match
SiriusLED H8 Size DRL Fog Light LED 30W 6000k Super Bright White Projection Bulb Pack of 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N5BAWYK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_kv23EdvoyYOR1
Highbeams: 9005 bulbs, 6000k to match
SiriusLED X2 Extremely Bright COB LED Chip 8000 Lumens Headlights Fog Lights Bulb Conversion Kit 9005 HB3 6000K Xenon White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M049TFK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_dbXKRS6LoHmsc
Interior lights: 194 LED bulbs, bright white
194 LED Light bulb, Yorkim 2015 Newest, 5th Generation, Interior Lights for W5W 194 168 2825 T10 Wedge 5-smd 5050, Replacement and Reverse T10 White Bulbs (Pack of 10)- White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JRE38EA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_rJ8KybNN3S095
The results have been amazing, I'm very pleased and haven't had any issues. You will need to reverse the polarity of the plugs though.
I get asked every time I post a photo of this bike! I stole the idea from Everide, but I mounted it a little differently than him. Here’s the light on Amazon
Don't forget to apply UV headlight sealant after compounding her lights. I think this will offer the biggest improvement in effective visibility in terms of lighting. Then yes change the bulbs, they dim out over time as the tungsten vapors from the filament coat the inside of the headlight bulb glass. Personally I would just get some Sylnvania XtraVision bulbs instead of those 'high performance' burnouts like SilverStars and Osram NightBreakers. The way halogen bulbs work is, 10% overpowered from normal design decreases bulb life to just 1/3 life, and 10% underpowered from normal wattage will increase bulb life by 3 times.
Believe it or not, I have another set on the way.
These have too much of a "blue" color to them. At night in the rain, I can't see well at all. It's so bad I'm actually afraid to drive it. If I pass another car on the road I lose sight of the road before me, as their lights completely over shadow mine.
These are the pair I ordered:
1 Pair 105W Rectangular 5"x7"/ 6"x7" Led Headlight High Low Beam Headlamp For Jeep Wrangler YJ Cherokee XJ Toyota pickup Trucks Replacement H6054 H5054 H6054LL 69822 6052 6053 (2 pcs) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074LT5B1M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_pr39BbWTAJW0G
They're knock off Truck-lites, but they're DOT approved and actually have a good cut-off. They won't blind on-coming traffic like the ones I currently have (they just scatter light all over the road.)
Are you talking about this.
So do you recommend applying this after restoring headlights? If you don't apply something like this will the headlight just re-oxidize quicker?
Buy a pair of Hella 7" Headlamps (ECE), and this.
The lamp housings are european code (ECE or E-code). Technically not DOT legal in the US-- but is your inspection station going to inspect your headlamp housings?) These have a sharp cutoff so they won't blind other drivers. I've been running them for years and I love them. The pattern is far superior to DOT lamps-- it tends to really throw the light forward from the bulbs.
The wire loom from ARB is made of a much thicker gauge wire than the wires that are currently driving your headlights. The same bulbs will run brighter with this wire loom upgrade, but I found that if you add new housings (with nice clean clear glass and a good light projection pattern), and a pair of high-quality H4 bulbs, your headlights will work with the power of a thousand suns.
For bulbs, I'm currently running Sylvania SilverStars, but in the past I found out about IPF Fatboy II 80W/60W bulbs. The low-beam is actually higher than the high-beam wattage. Not sure why or how that makes sense, but these are a seriously great upgrade. Be warned, they run very hot and are susceptible to vibration damage (moreso than other standard 55w bulbs). Don't expect these bulbs to last more than a year or two. They're intense, though.
Hope that helps, because that's what I did to my Jeep. I also added a pair of Hella driving-pattern auxiliary lights on my stinger and a pair of 4" Delta fog lights on my front bumper.
I have the Weathertech floor liners in mine. Husky and OEM are other options. For the side markers I bought smoked one's off Amazon.
REVi MotorWerks DEPO Smoke Front Bumper Side Marker Light Set + Amber Bulbs FIT for 2016-2018 Honda Civic 2D/4D/5D https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073X69N7D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_nXQUCbDD09KSG
I think most states the side markers just half to be reflective and visible from 500ft. There are also some LED one's that will work with your turn signal but require a fuse tap. Lots of options.
I went with the Procivic wind visors on mine. There's a Mugen type as well. Just depends on what you want to spend on what look. I'm happy with the Procivics.
www.civicx.com is a great place to find info as well.
Here's mine
https://www.civicx.com/garage/black-blue.1850/
This is everything I use. Haven’t had any issues in 2 years so far. For the tag lights, you can just go to an auto parts place and buy their LEDs.
Low Beams:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01L1NLWEM?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
High Beams:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01KFBPCYC?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Adapter:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01J5SCQ1I?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Turn Signals:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01M26IHAR?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Reverse Lights:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B072FHNZKW?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Fog Lights:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00N5BAWYK?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Turn signals (front and back): https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0774HQC8Q/
I was hesitant to spend $110 on bulbs, but these things are beasts! plus they have the resistors built into them, so no splicing wires or anything. Totally recommend them
The front bulbs were the easiest to replace, just pop the hood, locate the bulb, twist the housing out and pop the bulbs in. The ones in the back were a bit of a pain. Pop the hatch, and where the door is normally closed, to the inner side of the light houses there's a small plastic panel, that just pops off. Behind it is a set of #10 (I believe) bolts. Undo those. The housing assembly takes some loving to get out, but it just pulls straight back -- I broke a tab off trying to go side to side... It goes back in and latches fine, but, learn from me: it goes straight back... Even though it doesn't seem like it does. Then once it's out, replace the bulbs as usual, reverse the process to put it back in.
Backup Lamps: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01LX4FMD1/
The backup lamps are just covered by a plastic panel on the hatch door that pops out with a pocket knife or small flat head screwdriver, then the bulb twists out as usual.
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Most of this was figured out first hand, or from the owner's manual.
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As for my internal lights so far, I've only replaced the one above the back seats and the ones above the front seats. The back seat ones pop out with a knife super easily, whereas the front ones were more complicated. I took some pictures of that process and uploaded them here: https://imgur.com/a/YJItuhz -- Basically, the whole module (lights, buttons, sunglasses holder, etc) all comes out, then you replace the bulbs from the back side. The bulbs themselves I picked up from Canadian Tire, which was just a run of the mill off the shelf LED bulbs
They are probably the Amazon ones.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01M09C4FQ/
I bought a pair. They are pretty good. Much much brighter than stock and mine are aimed about right, it appears, so they aren't blinding people...yet.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MDFOP1K/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1481151168&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=red+off+road+led&dpPl=1&dpID=51sXrCs-O1L&ref=plSrch
Bumper: OR-Fab XJ Front HD Bumper
Headlights: Truck-Lite knockoffs from Amazon
Seriously, $14 and less than an hour. Though sealing the lens in a little more expensive. I just did mine this past weekend: before and after. Sealed them with Optilens which is pretty expensive, but supposed to last the life of the car.
My stock sealed beam lights were all cloudy and gross, and then one burned out. Instead of replacing them with OEM, I got a set of Hellas on Amazon and not only do they look great, they have a much better coverage pattern and are much brighter.
i just installed an opt7 aura kit, the control has an optional wire to hook into the dome light, i think its what your looking for.
for 45$ its pretty great, colors are quality the adhesive & kit is complete, just don't get psyched when you see the music matching button.
https://www.amazon.com/OPT7-Smart-Color-Strip-Interior-Lighting/dp/B00OU5LOT2
They also sell an underglow and wheelwell kit that i recall someone mentioning that they could be controlled together...
Direct from China through AliExpress but they weren't available back then like they are today.
(2 Pcs) DOT approved 5" x 7" 6x7inch Rectangular LED Headlights for Jeep Wrangler YJ Cherokee XJ Trucks 4X4 Offroad Headlamp Replacement H6054 H5054 H6054LL 69822 6052 6053 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M09C4FQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_H4nWAbWB67Y6G
Thank you! I think they look 90% as good as new!!
I used the 3m restoration kit
3M 39008 Headlight Lens... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001AIZ5HY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
And this Sylvania restoration and UV coating
SYLVANIA - Headlight Restoration... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KIVYE6G?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Those are $57 on [Amazon] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M09C4FQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_4DMtzbAJ71MSN) . I just ordered them the other day and should be delivered Sunday. I'll let you know how they are when I install them.
Me personally for my E90 382i I got SiriusLED H8 Lights for my halos. (Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N5BAWYK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_b2xprktt476Kx )
I’ve had them for a few month now they are bright and look good, the only down side is they only seemed to really light up the inner halo and not the outermost. I was disappointed at first but it has grown on me and I enjoy it now it looks like a single set of eyes staring you down.
Were you looking for an upgraded light bulb that fits the pre-existing socket or some mounted lights like these?
Some of the mounted lights are actually cheaper than the LED fan-cooled business I've seen at auto parts stores.
This is all the bulbs and stuff mentioned. As a bonus I also pasted some LED license plate lights which look much better than the yellow ish ones that come stock and they’re insanely easy to install. The fogs are a little bit of a pain mainly just to get the cover off. In my case my fingers were all chewed up from trying to pull off the cover but I used a pry tool to pull it off. As for the H7 headlights, one side will be a little harder to get to due to the lack of space but it’s nothing crazy. Enjoy!
Nilight 2PCS 51w 7" Red Spot Round Led Work Light Bar Off Road Fog Driving Roof Bar Bumper for SUV Boat Jeep Lamp, 2 years Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MDFOP1K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_TnKzzb04PY63X
I got something like this.
My friend has has a set for 2 years and no problems
Very bright no water leaking in. And I've hit a few tree branches
Nilight 2PCS 51w 7" Red Spot Round Led Work Light Bar Off Road Fog Driving Roof Bar Bumper for SUV Boat Jeep Lamp, 2 years Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MDFOP1K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_7mGEzb1J7WNFM. I got them in red but the red turned to pink after a while so I painted them black. I would've just gone with black.
You need to protect it somehow.
original headlights will typically have a protective layer above that you have sanded off now.
I like what the other guy said about clear 3M vinyl
my headlights I restored 2 years ago and they are fading already without any protectant other than 3x yearly application of collonite 845.
there's also a product by opti called opti lense that you apply a clear coat over top. https://www.amazon.com/OPT-OPT-OLC10-Opti-Lens-Permanent-Headlight/dp/B00GULJCUM
I bought those lights and they really had not much output. The lights I got after those were these: http://www.amazon.com/Tuff-LED-Lights-Square-Polaris/dp/B009ES619S/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1373816310&sr=8-3&keywords=tuff+led+lights and they were really bright. But If you want a beam, these are really the best lights to get: http://www.amazon.com/HELLA-5750941-12-Volt-55-Watt-Halogen/dp/B001TWD5GY/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1373816353&sr=1-1&keywords=hella+500ff honestly, cheap lights like those navigators will NOT be worth it. These LED's or Hella's will be. I enjoy my hellas and those LED's enough that I will have 4 of the LED's and 4 of The Hellas just for night offroad use.
Headlights (you only need one pair. the cutoff is outstanding)
Map lights, license plate lights, running tail lights, and side marker lights
Reverse lights
Front turn signals (accessible from under the vehicle - pin remover and 10mm socket needed)
Rear turn signals (requires tail light disassembly)
Turn signal resistors (required to prevent hyperflashing; soldering is recommended)
Brake lights (requires tail light disassembly)
Daytime-running lights (pliers needed)
Trunk light and dome light
reverse
Something like this for interior.
And these are what I've been using for turn signal, but you're going to need a set of resistors if you do LED blinkers.
For rear, I would recommend the Diode Dynamics Tail as Turn Harness. It also gives you the ability to have twice as many reverse lights. shit is bright.
I've heard really good things with Opti-Lens
Sure did! I used this and then this to seal it
Oh yah, ha, my bad. Here are the fog lights on amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Xprite-Lights-Wrangler-1997-2018-Lamps/dp/B015X1EW3G
I have been using these for awhile now and am happy with them, they have a flood version and a spot version so these would work great for the application you are wanting. I have ran them in the brutal Wyoming winters and have now been using the in brutal AZ summers, no issues: https://www.amazon.com/Nilight-Lights-Driving-Bumper-Warranty/dp/B00MDG14CC/ref=pd_sbs_263_8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=497149E4JTAMRXW1H90Y
There are a lot of variants of them out there, basically the ARB knock off. Good for what they are and the price you pay for them.
Damm prices have changed since I last had to buy lights. These would still do the job you need and still 100w spot
And these Hella lights are the exact ones my friend uses and they're really bright. He originally had 55w bulbs in them and used them with the headlights, but he later upgraded to 100w and they're bright as hell now
LED's use less power than regular bulbs. Because of this, the lights will blink faster (hyperblink). You need to add a resistor to the wiring for the turn signals to introduce more load which will slow them down.
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Something like this would work.
https://www.amazon.com/Resistors-Signal-License-Warning-Cancellor-x/dp/B004EDF8HY
This is for 12V, though. I've seen 12V ones for automotive use, but they get pretty hot even when bolted to metal.
Those kits will work long term, but you have to treat them for UV. Use this after you polish them: https://www.amazon.com/Sylvania-Headlight-Restoration-Block-Clear/dp/B01KIVYE6G
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004EDF8HY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Looks like these
Anyone tried these yet?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B074LT5B1M/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1522592248&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=led+5x7+headlight&dpPl=1&dpID=61RbyHnYTHL&ref=plSrch
the ones I bought are pure white but following the link may take you to other ones that are similar or different colors.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N5BAWYK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Parts list of the stuff I've bought (some of the stuff listed in my other comment was gifted to me)
Light bar https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FH8P1DG/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Work lights https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FQ0ROZS/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
HID headlight kit https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0162YCESI/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
USB charger https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B013W8KS58/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Rocker switches http://m.ebay.com/itm/381181791453
Clutch https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000CI8WS2/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Grab handles https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000EAIERW/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Gas Can http://m.ebay.com/itm/311466472246
Winch http://www.morris4x4center.com/smittybilt-xrc-9-5-gen2-waterproof-winch-9-500-lbs.html
Bluetooth speaker bar http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/360732623780?lpid=82&chn=ps&ul_ref=http%253A%252F%252Frover.ebay.com%252Frover%252F1%252F711-117182-37290-0%252F2%253Fmtid%253D1588%2526kwid%253D1%2526crlp%253D53601919689_324272%2526itemid%253D360732623780%2526targetid%253D154774681689%2526rpc%253D0.16%2526rpc_upld_id%253D65214%2526device%253Dm%2526mpre%253Dhttp%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.ebay.com%25252Fulk%25252Fitm%25252Flike%25252F360732623780%25253Flpid%25253D82%252526chn%25253Dps%2526adtype%253Dpla%2526googleloc%253D9011967%2526poi%253D9011965%2526campaignid%253D239125209%2526adgroupid%253D14978428809%2526rlsatarget%253Dpla-154774681689%2526gclid%253DCJD3-pCkwMsCFcQjgQodYlQPng%2526srcrot%253D711-117182-37290-0%2526rvr_id%253D997245608681&ul_noapp=true
I read good reviews on forums about this one, so I bought that for $10. LINK
You can get the HID bulbs for $50 from amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00480J4J6
They are very generic 9005 bulbs, 650 lumens on a good day. I got these https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XHD4HV3 They are easily 2 times are bright (remember perceived brightness is logarithmic)
Sylvania on amazon offers dot market headlight for the US and non dot headlights for the rest of the world. Same lightbulb. Vastly different price.
These are bi xenons that the Audi guys run.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NMEEV9W/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526509499&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=Philips+X-treme+Vision+%2B130%25+Headlight+Bulbs+%28&dpPl=1&dpID=51NtgHTNRBL&ref=plSrch
Are you sure you used the kit correctly? I restored my beater's headlights with Megiuar's G3000 kit and the turnout was pretty good. The thing is, the entire process took me about 30 minutes of sanding per headlight (I was a bit timid with it at first).
Additionally, headlights need to have UV protection on them or the hazing will come back. The gel stuff that comes with the kit will only last about 1 month before you need to re-apply it. Your best bet is to apply a longer lasting product like Opti-Lens to ensure permanant protection.
I found [these](OPT7 Aura Smart-Color LED Strip Interior Lighting Kit (4 Items) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OU5LOT2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_VBjDybYB1D1R2) and I think I'm gonna pull the trigger. Out of all the kits, these have the best reviews and they come with a fuse attachment you just plug into the fuse box to have them on with ignition, etc. I was looking and apparently I can remove the panels to the side of your legs (right leg for driver and left for passenger) pretty easily and just run the wire through and then close it back up. Plug into the fuse box and done. They have some stupid sound sensing stuff, but you don't have to use it. You can steady any color, strobe, dim, or cycle through etc. Just a thought, but from what I've looked into for myself, these seem the most hassle free. I have a link to the workshop manual that explains how to remove these panels, but it's for a 14. But, I imagine those center panels didn't change much. Let me know if you need it. I'd have to get it from my laptop for you.
Forgot to mention, I have to get one with a dimmer. I tested if I would even like illumination so I bought a. couple of stick on LEDs and stick them in my footwells and it's pretty distracting, so I may end up running them only to the door being opened. Anyway just a thought if you're not 100% sure you want them, you can grab those stick on LEDs for like $2 to test it out first.
Got them on Amazon.
I used to own a 9th gen sport and wanted to do the same upgrade as you. If you're willing to splice wires then you can purchase the touring headlights from college hills honda and do that for yourself. however, I'd recommend bulb swaps to all LED and keep the housing, any aftermarket housing imo looks cheap and ruins the aesthetic.
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these are bulbs i'd recommend
I had the 2017 sport so I already LED fog light strips from the factory but with these low/high beam bulbs the projection was great and didn't bother other drivers ( i had my brother drive behind me one night and I was fine)
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if you want to go further you can get these for the back
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hope it helps.
Fog lights, Headlights
I wouldn't be concerned about getting flush indicators. I would be leery of doing anything that would decrease visibility. You can find some lower profile stalks that will stick out less, but still let you be seen by other drivers.
A word of caution tho, if you're looking to go LED for your signals as I have, while you get a much brighter light, on an older bike it's likely you won't be drawing enough current to activate the relay that makes it flash. This is what happens when a turn signal is burned out and why you get that fast flashing, which is what you will have if you don't get an aftermarket relay or some decent resistors to help.
Another thing you could do, which is what I did, is I rewired my stock turn signals to my brake light as well as installed led turn signals. What this did was allowed it to draw enough current to keep it from giving me the fast flash, as well as giving a dull flash in my tail light. AFAIK it's legal to have a flashing/pulsing/strobing brake light since they sell kits for it. I put the bulbs in the same spot as the brake light bulbs, but I used a few strips of red SMD 5050 in my brake light housing and they're much brighter than stock.
Edit: added link for the type of turn signals.
http://www.amazon.com/HELLA-5750941-12-Volt-55-Watt-Halogen/dp/B001TWD5GY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411429885&sr=8-1&keywords=hella+lights
link
Those bulbs are shit. See. http://www.danielsternlighting.com/tech/bulbs/blue/good/good.html
You went to 1380 lumens, which is rather low. You could be at 2100 lumen, and see everything.
H11 -> H9 low beam mod = 55% increase in light output
9011 high beam mod = 48% increase in light output
Your best is to do a little mod, which can be done with a nail clipper (you just cut away some metal from the bulb housing. And use H9 bulbs instead. (http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums/138-gen-5-2015-present/186450-headlamp-modification-h11-h9-retrofit.html).
These are the best fucking halogen low beams bulbs you can fit into a Subaru (https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Standard-Halogen-Replacement-Headlight/dp/B003YMPN3A).
If you want to do the same mod to your highbeams, you can do so by swapping to an HIR 9011 bulb.(http://dastern.torque.net/Mods/HIRmod.html) (https://www.amazon.com/Philips-9011-Standard-Replacement-Headlight/dp/B00480J5CW)
I'm driving an '11 e90 n55 lci as well. Just got these guys to get rid of that awful yellow halo. 10 minute job if you have small enough hands. I have fat hands so it took me longer lol. $25
SiriusLED H8 Size DRL Fog Light LED 30W 6000k Super Bright White Projection Bulb Pack of 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N5BAWYK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_U8QzDb0H92100
HELLA 005750941 500FF Series Driving Lamp Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001TWD5GY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ld3sDb34SGPGH
Rally lights, off road lights, fog lights, whatever you want to call them. I got 4 of these: Link
Just have to find time to make a light bar for them
Is it these?
Heres a cheaper option than the cibie, just as good quality. I can personally vouch for the quality of these.
Nilight 7" LED Spot lights
I purchased this and installed myself in the first month of owning:
OPT7 Aura Smart-Color LED Strip... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OU5LOT2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Very easy install and looove the added light (red/blue are my most common) while driving at night. Conveniently, you can change it on the fly to fit your mood! I installed all 4 strips, one for each floor well, wires are all hidden, and came with a relay tap so no need to bother with hard wiring or using a 12v other adapter 👌
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Very kind of you. I’m replacing the stock ones in a 2008 Toyota Highlander. They have always been very yellow and not bright at all, which is why I was intrigued by LED but outside from all these fit issues I have noticed that they do not spread the light evenly or all that well.
My other car is a 2008 Prius with these Xenon HID bulbs and they are outstanding. They have totally spoiled me when I drive my wife’s car.
The size I am looking for is H4(9003). These are the halogens I had been considering before I rolled the dice on these LEDs.
I believe that these are the Phillips XVs that you were recommending elsewhere in the thread, correct? $22 is a pretty sweet deal.
I’m just looking for whatever will get me the closest to the HID experience I have on my Prius without having to change out the assembly and ballasts or spend $150-200 on bulbs.
I appreciate all your help.
BEAMTECH 9005 LED Headlight Bulb, 50W 6500K 8000Lumens Extremely Brigh HB3 CSP Chips Conversion Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XHD4HV3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_OQNCDbNY36B1G
You most likely have some sort of electrical fault.
However, keep in mind that what you're describing is exactly how HID bulbs fail - they turn on at first, and then randomly turn themselves off. It doesn't matter if you're moving or stationary.
If you bring it to the dealership, they might still want to try replacing the bulbs. I had my bulbs fail at ~65,000 miles, so you're about due. I don't remember the specifics anymore, but I remember the recall not covering my case (I think I had too many miles on the car). In case you don't want to pay and they insist on replacing the bulbs, I'll include some specifics:
The Toyota D4R bulbs are ~$130 each (and they usually charge ~$100 for labor), but I recently had to put in new bulbs and I just got the Sylvania D4R bulbs off Amazon (make sure you buy it directly from Amazon and not some other seller because there are a lot of real-looking fakes) for $44 each: http://www.amazon.com/Philips-Xenon-Headlight-Bulb-Pack/dp/B00480J4J6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415911508&sr=8-1 If you prefer Toyota OEM ones direct from a Toyota dealership, I can give you a reference for some discounted parts (one of a few perks of being familiar with the "tuner" community).
You can do the bulb replacement without taking off the front (detailed here: http://priusdiy.com/tutorials/lighting/headlightreplacement.html), but I find it's much easier to do it the "right" way (detailed here: http://priusdiy.com/tutorials/lighting/headlightassemblyremoval.html). It's actually really easy, it's just undoing like 8 10mm bolts and unclipping the bumper cover. It took me about 40 minutes the first time because I was being careful, and like 20 minutes the second time.
http://www.amazon.com/Resistors-Signal-License-Warning-Cancellor/dp/B004EDF8HY
Throw those in line with your positive wire and you will be set
Thank you for the info, I ended up buying these BEAMTECH 9005 LED Headlight Bulb, 50W 6500K 8000Lumens Extremely Brigh HB3 CSP Chips Conversion Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XHD4HV3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ZoT5Cb49E6MPT
The parts matcher said they would fit and the reviews seem pretty solid. If they don't work, at least Amazon is easy on returns.
Headlights - low beam - I didn't get high beams because I live in a bigger city and never use them.
https://www.amazon.com/JDM-ASTAR-Extremely-Headlight-Conversion/dp/B01JYC0RTI
Fog lights
https://www.amazon.com/JDM-ASTAR-Extremely-Bright-Chipsets/dp/B01IMVQWDM
Backups/ Reverse lights
https://www.amazon.com/LUYED-Extremely-Chipsets-Reverse-Brightest/dp/B01LX4FMD1
Just make sure to select the correct bulb socket, not sure if any of them have changed with each generation, mine were for a 2014.
Edit - not a bad idea to keep your stock ones in the glovebox in case one goes bad, although they are rated for way longer than you will probably use them. Use a glove to take glass ones out and put back in if you are able. Oil from your skin will heat up on the surface of the bulb and heat up and it will burn out quicker otherwise.
Edit again - if you don't like the lights on the mirrors being a big contrast, you can use vinyl smoke film to cover them. You can still see them when they're blinking but otherwise they're not nearly as noticeable. It's personal preference but if you do, vvivid makes good products and they're easy to use. You can find that on Amazon too and I think it's only like $10-12, one roll is way more than you'd need for those.
LUYED 2 X 1550 Lumens Extremely Bright Error Free 921 912 W16W 3030 24-EX Chipsets LED Bulbs Used For Backup Reverse Lights, Xenon White https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01LX4FMD1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YSmACbQAPMYRZ
I have the Hella 500FF and they were VERY easy to install. You also need the brackets which can be bought directly from mini. The install is a breeze, as long as you don’t drop one (don’t ask) and they work great. The only non kit thing I’ve done is swapped the switch to a chrome one from Home Depot and wired in the switch power from the cigerette outlet so they turn off with the engine. If you need more help I’m always here!
these
Unfortunately not, but I got them on Amazon, or you can order them direct at Precision LED. They do have a Photo Gallery.
The driving lights were also from [Amazon] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N5BAWYK/) around $24. That really made the difference with the driving lights matching more with the headlights.
They're just basic Phillips H9 bulbs. When the bulbs are actually brighter they don't need to use any marketing gimmicks.
Philips 12361B1 H9 Standard Halogen Replacement Headlight Bulb, 1 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003YMPN3A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_undRBbEY32SH9
You'll need two.
Fog Lights No particular brand but you can find quite close ones.
I got mine at local offroad shop. In blank box without brand name, also nothing written on lights, just LED writing.
(2 Pcs) 5" x 7" 6x7inch Rectangular LED Headlights for Jeep Wrangler YJ Cherokee XJ Trucks 4X4 Offroad Headlamp Replacement H6054 H5054 H6054LL 69822 6052 6053 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M09C4FQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_L0N6yb879XYEF
Congrats on the purchase! I picked mine up from amazon here. I'll throw in a link.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001TWD5GY/ref=sr_ph?ie=UTF8&qid=1420600800&sr=1&keywords=hella+500ff
If you want any mounting info, I'd be glad to give it to you. I installed the second pair of these just yesterday and although it took a long time, they're worth it!!
The bar is also on amazon made for a 14 and 15 forester, 200 dollars. Annoying price tag but worth it for sure. look up SSD performance bar on amazon and you should find it.
For what it's worth, these are the ones for my 2008 (which I think is the same as your 2005, but I'm not sure).
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00480J4J6/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl
Amazon has a thing where you tell it your car and it tells you if the parts are right. Give that a try.
Headlight went out, need to replace. Some information in my research is confusing:
Regarding upgrades:
Thank you.
I've been buying cheap Chinese LEDs on amazon for my jeep and they're really going above and beyond my expectations for about 70 bucks I got a 53 inch light bar and 4 4 inch light pods.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FH8P1DG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Zsthyb1FS0SM0
Trucklites. I got these knockoffs and they work well. Going on 6 months now. Only $90.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074LT5B1M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_v3XRDbA56ZZ4F
Hey try these! I think I have the same projector lights. Not a 100% DRL match but they aren’t yellow either
Philips X-treme Vision +130% Headlight Bulbs (Pack of 2) (H7 55W) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NMEEV9W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_h0bZDbYMGWV2K
I have a 2011 MK6 2.5 SE
Awesome.
Do you think I can get away with Xsprite LED fog lights? I know the build quality is not amazing, just don’t want to spend a fortune.
The reviews appear pretty stellar:
https://www.amazon.com/Xprite-Lights-Wrangler-1997-2018-Lamps/dp/B015X1EW3G/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=xprite+led+fog&qid=1573246411&sr=8-1
There's a hint of blue with 10k but I like that. Switchbacks are dual colored directionals. When youre head lights are on the directionals are white like in the picture and when youre signaling they flash amber. I haven't touched the break lights but I did switch the rear parking bulb with an led so I can see more out of my rear camera.
HIDs: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WW0A69G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_XKwJWwoD6cpcC
Switchbacks and resistors:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DQHIUFK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_tSt7OArepHsXm
50W 6Ohm LED Load Resistors
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004EDF8HY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_zdXio3mK945jP
Back up bulb: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MDUEBX1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_RnGlyaHFGAh6R
07 4th gen here, but still somewhat applicable.
I did the low beam to H9 swap and LOVE it. I rarely run my high beams anymore, and I live out in rural country central VA.
Been running them for almost 4 months now with no issues. I do get flashes from oncoming traffic once in a while, but I think that's more due to me needing to re-aim my lights after the lift.
I ordered the standard Phillips H9 bulbs [from Amazon](Philips 12361B1 H9 Standard Halogen Replacement Headlight Bulb, 1 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003YMPN3A/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_eB4OAbTHBYA68) for $8 each (they're up to $11 now).
Good choice. I ended up doing the same for all of my VWs. After going through a lot of options I found the Philips X-treme Vision bulbs to give the best light output and last the longest for a pretty white light color.
i have an '06. can you link me to the parts on amazon?
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The two center hellas have been replaced by a led light bar. The two round leds are floods. Not as bright as I would like but on a dark beach or in the woods they’re good. The leds in the stock driving light location are spots. They’re great. I also have leds for the headlights.
Autofeel Triple Row 16" Led Light Bar, 216W 21600LM 7D Straight Tri-Row Spot Flood Combo Beam for Off Road Jeep ATV AWD SUV 4WD 4x4 Pickup https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N034KV7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CHhYzbB4S7DGK
Auxbeam 7” LED Light Bar 36W CREE Driving Light Waterproof LED spot lights for trucks Off-road 4x4 Military Mining Boating Farming and Heavy Equipment https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T9GBU14/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_TIhYzb1RE5EHH
Nilight LED Light Bar 2PCS 7Inch 51w Spot Round Led Off Road Lights Fog Light Driving Lights Roof Bumper Light Bars for Trucks Boat Lights, 2 Years Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MDG14CC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_FJhYzbHBCCPJY
I got the interior LEDs from eBay. I'd strongly suggest a trim tool if you don't have one (Amazon or Harbor Freight). I later replaced the cargo area LED with a larger LED array for more brightness; the other LEDs are all great and are similar color range of the approach lights if you have them.
The sway bar cuts back on the wobble you might feel on the back end when you turn. For me it made it feel a bit more sedan-like. I read through this extensive thread and decided to give it a go. It's $100 so not too much of an investment considering the overwhelmingly positive reviews. Pretty easy to install with the right tools. Ramps help but aren't necessary.
For the headlamps I bought these H9 bulbs with these harnesses. Both bulbs will work but the connector is different. I opted for the affordable harness so I could cut those up instead of the factory connectors so the bulbs would fit.
I've not actually used my oil drain valve yet as I'm just shy of 5k miles. Did my first oil change at 3k to get it installed and I'll probably change it again at 6k to test it out and get my intervals back on the 6k multiples.
Again, install was straight forward and I did use a torque wrench to tighten. The nipple is still within the plastic shroud and I have no worry about it hitting anything (if it does I have other problems). No leaks or anything.
it seems to have all good reviews, the ones from rock auto are pretty nice too, you also try to measure the opening and see if you could fit something like this, I have a 23 inch led bar between the fog lights and two square ones in my rear bumper, ill ask my sister to grab pictures for me as the truck is sitting at her house while i'm away.
The first reviewer with photos here has a w123 :)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001G72SKQ/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001TWD5KU/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1475000820&sr=8-2&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=hella+lights&dpPl=1&dpID=41mVNF3X0ZL&ref=plSrch
gp/aw/d/B002MOAHCI/ref=pd_aw_sbs_263_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=TBEKNE5KTX9PZX6S8M5E
Driving and fog.
I installed these LUYED 2 X 1550 Lumens ... Error Free 921 ... W16W ... as my backup lamps.
They work great for me.
Now to find out how long they last.
I just recently installed these, they're great! https://imgur.com/a/sh570
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FGQ0C64/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015X1EW3G/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
You're missing my point. A lamp can be compliant with the standards, be a poorly designed one, or the best one available, but if its not properly aimed, they can both cause a problem for other drivers. Its not necessarily a problem of design, but the implementation.
And your MG has 5.75" headlamps right? Upgrading your lighting absolutley is worth it, if you do a lot of night driving an like being able to see.
JW Speaker has some excellent 5.75" LED headlamps. They are prupose built, well designed and an absolutely massive upgrade from halogens available in that format. They are also compliant with SAE standards, and if you aim them properly, are going to let you see very well and also minimize glare for oncoming drivers.
If you have 7" round halogens, you have more options. Cheapest, but still very good is GE Nighthawk 7" sealed beams. They are the best 7" sealed beam available.
Better than that is Hella https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001G72SKQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1457218047&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=h4+7+inch+headlight&dpPl=1&dpID=51Japi47DSL&ref=plSrch but you have to makr sure you're getting the correct ones for the US. Left Hand Traffic.
Better still, with a replaceable bulb option, would be to find a set of Cibie Z-Beams, which are unfortunately out if production.
Upgrading to LED can get you either the Gen2 Truck Lite 7" round LED lamp, which has a decent low beam and a very, very good high beam. Or a set of JW Speaker 8700/8700 Evolutions/8700 Evolution 2's. The Evo2's is their newest model, and by far the best LED headlamp in that format on the market, in terms of both high and low beams. Unfortunately, not cheap, but awesome lights, and fully compliant with all SAE standards.
I purchased https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M09C4FQ on feb 8th, amazon states. These are diffferent ones than the LXLights you posted, different model. I find that these project light pretty well down the road, much much better than the stock high beams did. I think the lows on this model were rated at like 2800LMS.
It's these lights off amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015X1EW3G/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It varies wildly from one bar to the next. For example, I had this one from WoneNice for a while. It had a low pitch, but loud whistle which was rectified with these rubber dampers. That light bar eventually burned out (got water behind the lens) so I bought this one from nilight, which has a very loud, very high pitched whistle. I was not able to find dampers for it.
I added some extra footwell/under seat led's recently. It was super easy, just time consuming and can be annoying if you're a bigger guy/gal. I'm 6' and had a little trouble bending in strange ways to get into the pedal area to mount the box and one of the lights, as well as connect the fuses. It was then super easy to pull off the center console siding and run the cables into the back and across to the passenger side. I think it looks great. There is about 2" of visible cable in the back to account for the seats moving back and forth, but other than that I installed then in about 2 hours with no problems.
I used [this] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00OU5LOT2/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1496207734&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=opt7&dpPl=1&dpID=51s2zulxQbL&ref=plSrch) kit and I'm impressed with the build quality and everything else. The only issue is that you'll need to get a micro fuse adapter and either solder it or splice it into the power cable.
I'll update this post with some day and night pictures tomorrow night.
I did the H11 to H9 conversion (on youtube, literally just cutting off a little tab) and my lighting problems were solved
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How to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sY1kaMRVz8o
Bulbs i used that work really well and cheap: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003YMPN3A/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I don't necessarily agree that you have to upgrade the harness to get good lighting. For the price, LED headlights are readily available and have great results versus the stock halogen bulb. These are what I run and I have no complaints with them on my 99. They are 100% plug and play with the stock harness. Just pull the old lights out and plug the new ones in. Easy 5 minute job. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M09C4FQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
$50 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FH8P1DG/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_4?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A1DUHUVHSPHYME
All the lights are from Amazon.
Top bar
Bottom bar
Round lights
For the price I have absolutely no complaints. There is some sort of residue on them I believe, but that should just clean up. Haven't tried yet. I can get better photos if you want.
They were $26 on amazon when I bought them: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CQSPL1P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 There is also a variant for the sedan, and even ones that have LED logo lighting.
Side markers were a little pricey but had the best reviews I saw: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073X69N7D/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 There are some in the $20-30 range.
>However, as far as I know you cant stop it happening again, its a flaw in the chemistry that makes them susceptible to UV damage from sunlight.
Actually, there is!
I had this problem with my thruxton. The resistance in the LED's is too low and it thinks your bulbs are burnt out. Add some resistors in series with the bulbs and it will work just fine.
Edit: Specifically these resistors
This! the ones i was looking at have an adjustable cutoff so that you don't blind people because I'm not trying to be that person. Here are the ones for reference: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XHD4HV3/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have a 2010 Lancer ES