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Old 04-25-2011, 11:14 PM
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back-up lights

Is there a different bulb I could use for the back-up lights? The stock ones kinda suck IMO(hard to see backing up)
 
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Old 04-26-2011, 01:39 PM
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There are brighter bulbs but they produce minimal gains in light output from what I heard. I think your best bet is to put a set of thin fog lights under the bumper to get the biggest bang for your buck.

Mine cost just $25 from AutoZone and work like a champ. I was worried at first thinking they couldn't possibly be bright enough or high enough quality for just $25 but I was wrong, they're great. Only took about 20 mins to install and wire up.

 
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Old 04-26-2011, 02:42 PM
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i am looking for a similuar set up on my 08 where did you mount those too?? drill into the bumper? or Hitch?
 
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Old 04-26-2011, 06:45 PM
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Go to Tractor Supply

Here is a link to a backup light that plugs into your 7 point plug. I have had one for several years and it works great. $20 plug and play.



http://www.tractorsupply.com/vehicle...-light-1430088
 
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Old 04-26-2011, 07:40 PM
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Originally Posted by sharper4
There are brighter bulbs but they produce minimal gains in light output from what I heard. I think your best bet is to put a set of thin fog lights under the bumper to get the biggest bang for your buck.

Mine cost just $25 from AutoZone and work like a champ. I was worried at first thinking they couldn't possibly be bright enough or high enough quality for just $25 but I was wrong, they're great. Only took about 20 mins to install and wire up.


Im thinking about buying those today! They look good! Dumb question, Are the bulbs replaceable?
 
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Old 04-26-2011, 08:44 PM
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Im thinking about buying those today! They look good! Dumb question, Are the bulbs replaceable?
Yes, most aftermarket fog light housings utilize the H3 bulb.

Here are mine:

https://www.f150online.com/forums/il...erse-fogs.html
 
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Old 04-29-2011, 12:34 AM
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Just did Sharper4's back up lights and it turned out perfect! They work great!
 
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Old 04-29-2011, 12:37 PM
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Bama,

Do you know how far out that backup light in your link projects?

thx.
 
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Old 04-29-2011, 01:11 PM
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Just did Sharper4's back up lights and it turned out perfect! They work great!
I know what it looks like (duh) but lets see your final results!
 
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Old 04-30-2011, 10:23 AM
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My favorite one is the $20 round flood that sticks in your 7 way tow plug. Lowes and Northern Tool carry them down here. Installs in 5 seconds and works awesome.
 
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Old 05-01-2011, 02:22 PM
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Originally Posted by sharper4
I know what it looks like (duh) but lets see your final results!
I will try to get some pics today
 



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