I want to add on a set of reverse lights under the bumber of my truck. Has anyone performed this mod and if so, which were the lights you installed?

I was also thinking that installing a set of square lights as opposed to round lights would be better because it would spread the light around the back of the truck instead of shooting out a straight beam from round lights. Any ideas?

THanks!
AT

 

I added a pair of 55 watt rectangle lights from Pilot. Got them at Auto Zone for about $25. They've been on for about 3 months now. They really help light things up when backing up.

-jeff b.


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2000 F150 4x4 SC/SB 5.4 Auto, Tow Package, ORP (with the sticker for 2000), Cab Steps, Lariet.
Oxford White/Harvest Gold 2 tone.



[This message has been edited by FarmBoy (edited 05-17-2000).]

 

Farmboy and I must have the same lights. I got mine from pepboys for $25.00. Called Blazer or something. 55 watts. Mounted under the rear bumper in two exsisting holes. I just removed the bolt that was there and used the bolt and nut with the light to replace it. Wired a relay so that when the factory reverse lights come on, so do the new ones.

Pretty effective too. I really needed them since the windows are tinted.

 

I have the Blazer lights from Pep Boys also and I also installed the halogen replacement backup lights. Both very easy to install, but personally I dont think they provide enough light. Hardly noticable with the tinted windows. Don't get me wrong, it is an improvement over stock but you might want to consider a brighter light (more than 55 watt).

My opinion.


Hobbit

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99 XLT,4.6L Auto,4X4,tow pkge,Factory Nerf Bars and Mudflaps, K&N filter,BugflectorII, Amazon Green/Silver, Pace Edwards Rolltop Cover, maybe a Superchip

 

I put a pair of bullet lights in because I had an older plastic set that I replaced with alloy. I also dark tinted my windows so couldn't see a damn thing behind me. I have a long driveway and the bullets work pritty good. I also replaced the back-ups with halogen that have the back-up beeper. That didn't do much for the lighting but at least the kids know to get out of the way...
lol...

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Black 1997 F-150 Supercab Flairside. 4.6L with Jocobs DIS, K&N Generation II, Cat back Exhaust (nice rumble). 17" Off Road wheel pkg. Lots of body mods. 4 yrs old and still turns heads...

 

F150Y2K,
email me (bottom of sig) I'll send U a pic or two of mine (KC 55 watt back-ups)

Regards,
F&B's

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1998 (50th anniversary series) Solid Pacific Green F-150 XLT, Supercab, 6' bed, 2WD, 4.2L automatic, Limited Slip and Tow Pkg., Rear slider

Performance Mods:
Superchip
4.10 gears
Outerwears pre-filter and K&N air filter
Dynomax Super Turbo muffler

Suspension:
Edelbrock IAS shocks
Hellwig rear sway bar

Other:
3" body lift
Signal mirrors
Stull polished grills
(4)55 watt driving lights
(2)55 watt back-up lights
all controlled by SPDT switches
Fiberglass hood ;-)
Painted tailgate handle and OEM air dam
Color keyed outer grill
OEM fender flares
Black Max soft Tonneau cover
Driver side grab handle
Lift lips
Viper alarm w/(remote start)
3" rear seat lift
Smart Park 2000
BFG AT's 265/75/16
Carr side steps.......
lmaox10@hotmail.com

 

F&B's,

I tried sending you an e-mail but was unsuccessful. You can send me a pic at my e-mail as an attachment so I can view it.

Thanks!
Alex T.
emailme@latino.com

 

What are these halogen lights you are talking about and where can I get them.......Thanks

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• -1999 Ford F-150 Supercab Flareside ORP
• -Deep Wedgewood Blue
• -4.6 Liter V-8, Automatic Tranny 3.55 LS Rear End
• -Lund Lighted Moon Visor (painted)
• -Lund Interceptor Bug Guard (painted)
• -Deflecta-Shield Window Rain Guards (painted)
• -Delecta-Shield Slotted Tail Light Covers (painted)
• -Manik Grille Guard
• -Ford Factory Cab Steps
• -Extang Soft Bed Cover
• -Yellow Under Car Strip Lights
• -Tinted Windows (5% totally illegal)
• -Pioneer 7200 CD Player w/Flip Face Head Unit
• -Superwhite Bulbs (from Online Store)
• -K&N Air Filter
• -Air Box Silencer Removed
• -Cranked Torsion Bars to Level Truck Out
• -In Loving Memory of Craig W. Menth Sr. Maltese Cross Fire Memorial Sticker

www.my-f150.com/steveo
steveo@f150fanatic.com




[This message has been edited by steveo (edited 05-25-2000).]