Added back-up light
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Added back-up light
I added back-up lights today. I wired them to a double throw switch so I can have them come on with the reverse lights or when I need them (hooking up a trailer at night or just working need the rear of the truck.
This is where I mounted the switches
As you can tell I'm going to add 4 sets of lights to the front. 2 sets of 6" in the upper grill and 2 sets of smaller lights in the lower grill.
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'99 F150 XLT SC SB 4x2 Harvest Gold
Factory[*]5.4[*]3.55 limited slip[*]Trailer towing package[*]In-dash CD player
Aftermarket[*]Ford Beanie bear[*]Slip on extender mirrors[*]Powerstop brake controller[*]Covermaster C1000 topper with wing[*]BugflectorII[*]Ventvisors (front&rear)[*]3 www.f150online.com decals[*]Ford Lumi Logo[*]Steelhorse Billet grill[*]Ford hitch cover[*]Yellow wire loom[*]Hyper White head light bulb[*]Fender badge on tailgate[*]Painted to match AVS slotted taillight covers[*]Ford system 4 alarm[*]Clear turn signals[*]"Blazer" strip reflectors under tailgate[*]FORD script antenna painted to match[*]Cup Holder courtesy lights[*]Next who knows???
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[This message has been edited by Firezap (edited 10-01-2000).]
This is where I mounted the switches
As you can tell I'm going to add 4 sets of lights to the front. 2 sets of 6" in the upper grill and 2 sets of smaller lights in the lower grill.
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GOLD RUSH
'99 F150 XLT SC SB 4x2 Harvest Gold
Factory[*]5.4[*]3.55 limited slip[*]Trailer towing package[*]In-dash CD player
Aftermarket[*]Ford Beanie bear[*]Slip on extender mirrors[*]Powerstop brake controller[*]Covermaster C1000 topper with wing[*]BugflectorII[*]Ventvisors (front&rear)[*]3 www.f150online.com decals[*]Ford Lumi Logo[*]Steelhorse Billet grill[*]Ford hitch cover[*]Yellow wire loom[*]Hyper White head light bulb[*]Fender badge on tailgate[*]Painted to match AVS slotted taillight covers[*]Ford system 4 alarm[*]Clear turn signals[*]"Blazer" strip reflectors under tailgate[*]FORD script antenna painted to match[*]Cup Holder courtesy lights[*]Next who knows???
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Backup lights are cool aren't they!? 
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'00 F250 XLT CC LWB SRW <---See my Superduty video! 7 inches of lift w/ toys. 275 pics and counting.
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'00 F250 XLT CC LWB SRW <---See my Superduty video! 7 inches of lift w/ toys. 275 pics and counting.
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I agree with the previous poster.How did you cut the bumper?I hate the stock back up lights.You can't see sh**.
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2000 f150 4x4 sport,black, 3.55 5spd ,4.2 liters of fury ------mods----pioneer cd,alpine sub,cadence ultradrive amps,alpine mids&tweets,Delta tool box,class III reciever hitch,herculiner bed liner,taz floor mats,profile bug guard,custom painted tail light covers,headlight covers,cranked torsion bars,pirelli scorpion at(265/75 16), modified air box(crash1 style),JET air filter
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2000 f150 4x4 sport,black, 3.55 5spd ,4.2 liters of fury ------mods----pioneer cd,alpine sub,cadence ultradrive amps,alpine mids&tweets,Delta tool box,class III reciever hitch,herculiner bed liner,taz floor mats,profile bug guard,custom painted tail light covers,headlight covers,cranked torsion bars,pirelli scorpion at(265/75 16), modified air box(crash1 style),JET air filter
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I cut the bumper with a Dewalt 18v reciprocating saw. Drilled holes at corners to get it started. Complete and detailed photos of the whole procedure can be found here.
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'00 F250 XLT CC LWB SRW <---See my Superduty video! 7 inches of lift w/ toys. 275 pics and counting.
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'00 F250 XLT CC LWB SRW <---See my Superduty video! 7 inches of lift w/ toys. 275 pics and counting.
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how/where did you connect into the wiring system?
just wondering i have been thinking about doing this.
thanks
Chuck
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1999 XL, 2WD, standard cab, short bed, sport package, nascar package, bright red, V-6, 5 speed, Rockford Fosgate CD player, Pioneer 6x8. class 3 hitch, fog lights, Black Rhino Lining
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just wondering i have been thinking about doing this.
thanks
Chuck
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1999 XL, 2WD, standard cab, short bed, sport package, nascar package, bright red, V-6, 5 speed, Rockford Fosgate CD player, Pioneer 6x8. class 3 hitch, fog lights, Black Rhino Lining
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I haven't really completed my back up lights yet, but here is what it would look like when done:
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Patrick aka Mudder or MR.Daylighter of Arlington Texas (D/FW), member of the Texas Chapter club DAYLIGHTER edition F150 ®, Black 98 S/S S/C F150 4x4 0RP 5.4 V8 3.55ls, Ramsey Pro 8000 hidden winch, Grizzly roll bar, Superwhite Bulbs, 2 Baja back up lights, 2 KC 57 Series 5x7 100 watt long range lights, 10 165 watt KC Daylighters, 4 chrome, 2 Stainless, 4 black ( with 12 KC's, I come alive at night), Manik grill guard, Westin step bars, Rhino Taillight guards, Magnum bug shield, Sonic aluminum treadplate 36" tool box, Flowmaster 40 series dual exhaust, Airaid High Flow system, Edelbrock IAS shocks, 285/75/16 BFG AT/S KO, American Racing Baja wheels, personalized plates, Cobra CB radio with 3' whip antenna, Escort Laser/Radar detector, Nokia cell phone, a Mobil Speed Pass on the back window, a F150 Online sticker, and a DAYLIGHTER sticker on the front windshield, and yes, I also have been infected with the infamous door crack. More to come for the Daylighter: JBA headers, superchip, 2 more Daylighters, 2 100 watt KC's, and a Lighted Ford tailgate logo. If you would like to see pics, email me at mudder46@hotmail.com
Also the Moderator of the Ford Trucks vs. GM trucks and Ford trucks forum over on fordvschevy.com so check it out.
Check out the Toughest SOB in the WWF crush the Rock's Lincoln: http://www.amta.net/files/sc-2.avi
OH HELL YEAH!
2 BRT 4U "Go ahead, flash your brights at me, see what will happen."
Got light?
It's a KC thing.....you wouldn't understand.
See all my pics at my zing.com site: http://www.zing.com/album/?id=4294059243
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Patrick aka Mudder or MR.Daylighter of Arlington Texas (D/FW), member of the Texas Chapter club DAYLIGHTER edition F150 ®, Black 98 S/S S/C F150 4x4 0RP 5.4 V8 3.55ls, Ramsey Pro 8000 hidden winch, Grizzly roll bar, Superwhite Bulbs, 2 Baja back up lights, 2 KC 57 Series 5x7 100 watt long range lights, 10 165 watt KC Daylighters, 4 chrome, 2 Stainless, 4 black ( with 12 KC's, I come alive at night), Manik grill guard, Westin step bars, Rhino Taillight guards, Magnum bug shield, Sonic aluminum treadplate 36" tool box, Flowmaster 40 series dual exhaust, Airaid High Flow system, Edelbrock IAS shocks, 285/75/16 BFG AT/S KO, American Racing Baja wheels, personalized plates, Cobra CB radio with 3' whip antenna, Escort Laser/Radar detector, Nokia cell phone, a Mobil Speed Pass on the back window, a F150 Online sticker, and a DAYLIGHTER sticker on the front windshield, and yes, I also have been infected with the infamous door crack. More to come for the Daylighter: JBA headers, superchip, 2 more Daylighters, 2 100 watt KC's, and a Lighted Ford tailgate logo. If you would like to see pics, email me at mudder46@hotmail.com
Also the Moderator of the Ford Trucks vs. GM trucks and Ford trucks forum over on fordvschevy.com so check it out.
Check out the Toughest SOB in the WWF crush the Rock's Lincoln: http://www.amta.net/files/sc-2.avi
OH HELL YEAH!
2 BRT 4U "Go ahead, flash your brights at me, see what will happen."
Got light?
It's a KC thing.....you wouldn't understand.
See all my pics at my zing.com site: http://www.zing.com/album/?id=4294059243
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Yo White Knight,
How exactly did you "hook into your towing wiring harness?" And what lights are you (and others) using? From the pics, these look like those fancy fog lights. True?
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Promises Do Come True: 2000 F-150 XLT 4.6L V8 auto, supercab, oxford white/dark graphite, 3.55 LS, std bed, prem CD, class III towing, sliding rear window. ADDED: Westin step bars, Fumoto oil valve, Ford bugshield, Vent Visors, Penda Hide-A-Hooks, Rhino bed liner, SnugTop HiLiner cap, Lee Anderson carpet kit (sweet!), Kleen Wheel brake dust shields, Yakima TerraGate 2 hitch bike rack, rubber duckie antenna, Ford wheel locks, dark gray Dash Mat, stoopid fuel magnets, Lund wiper cowl, EGR fender flares, Ford cabin air filtration, custom curtains for the bed, custom cupholder inserts, custom sunglass insert for the garage door opener compartment. SOON: K&N FIPK, Flowmaster Delta 40 or 50, and of course, SuperChip... now on order!
How exactly did you "hook into your towing wiring harness?" And what lights are you (and others) using? From the pics, these look like those fancy fog lights. True?
Thanks
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Promises Do Come True: 2000 F-150 XLT 4.6L V8 auto, supercab, oxford white/dark graphite, 3.55 LS, std bed, prem CD, class III towing, sliding rear window. ADDED: Westin step bars, Fumoto oil valve, Ford bugshield, Vent Visors, Penda Hide-A-Hooks, Rhino bed liner, SnugTop HiLiner cap, Lee Anderson carpet kit (sweet!), Kleen Wheel brake dust shields, Yakima TerraGate 2 hitch bike rack, rubber duckie antenna, Ford wheel locks, dark gray Dash Mat, stoopid fuel magnets, Lund wiper cowl, EGR fender flares, Ford cabin air filtration, custom curtains for the bed, custom cupholder inserts, custom sunglass insert for the garage door opener compartment. SOON: K&N FIPK, Flowmaster Delta 40 or 50, and of course, SuperChip... now on order!
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GOLD RUSH
'99 F150 XLT SC SB 4x2 Harvest Gold
Factory[*]5.4[*]3.55 limited slip[*]Trailer towing package[*]In-dash CD player
Aftermarket[*]Ford Beanie bear[*]Slip on extender mirrors[*]Powerstop brake controller[*]Covermaster C1000 topper with wing[*]BugflectorII[*]Ventvisors (front&rear)[*]3 www.f150online.com decals[*]Ford Lumi Logo[*]Steelhorse Billet grill[*]Ford hitch cover[*]Yellow wire loom[*]Hyper White head light bulb[*]Fender badge on tailgate[*]Painted to match AVS slotted taillight covers[*]Ford system 4 alarm[*]Clear turn signals[*]"Blazer" strip reflectors under tailgate[*]FORD script antenna painted to match[*]Cup Holder courtesy lights[*]IonOptics driving lights as reverse lights[*]12 Volt power outletin bed[*]Next who knows???
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GOLD RUSH
'99 F150 XLT SC SB 4x2 Harvest Gold
Factory[*]5.4[*]3.55 limited slip[*]Trailer towing package[*]In-dash CD player
Aftermarket[*]Ford Beanie bear[*]Slip on extender mirrors[*]Powerstop brake controller[*]Covermaster C1000 topper with wing[*]BugflectorII[*]Ventvisors (front&rear)[*]3 www.f150online.com decals[*]Ford Lumi Logo[*]Steelhorse Billet grill[*]Ford hitch cover[*]Yellow wire loom[*]Hyper White head light bulb[*]Fender badge on tailgate[*]Painted to match AVS slotted taillight covers[*]Ford system 4 alarm[*]Clear turn signals[*]"Blazer" strip reflectors under tailgate[*]FORD script antenna painted to match[*]Cup Holder courtesy lights[*]IonOptics driving lights as reverse lights[*]12 Volt power outletin bed[*]Next who knows???
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Christopher,
I also installed some KC 55 watt lights Part # 517, check out some pixat.
http://www.zing.com/album/pictures.html?id=4294285863
I just had the Ravin exhaust installed tonight and had to remove my back-up lights, (I had dual pipes with 24" chrome tips mounted straight out the back, so I have to relocate the lights. I was thinking of replacing these with come 4" KC 100 watt lights. They are small (perfect size), round and extremely bright. I may just sell the ones I have now, not sure yet. What should I do? Hey Truckin4, I DO like your back-up lights. That is a great job. Very well done.
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1998 (50th anniversary series) Solid Pacific Green Metallic F-150 XLT Supercab, 4.2L, Automatic (4R70W), 2WD, Limited Slip, 8.8 axle, Tow Pkg, 6' bed, Rear slider
Accessories added:
Performance:
Superchip / 4.10 gears / K&N air filter / Outerwear’s pre-filter / Dynomax Super Turbo muffler
Suspension:
Edelbrock IAS shocks / Hellwig rear sway bar
Other accessories "added":
Color keyed outer grill / Perfect-fit bra / Stull polished grills / (4) 3A Racing 55 watt driving lights / (2) **** Cepek 150 watt driving lights, all controlled by SPDT switches / Clear corners / Fiberglass hood / Chrome F-150 emblems w/ side indicator markers / Trenz billet antenna / Power mirrors / Custom painted mirror housings / Muth signal mirrors / Driver side grab handle / White face gauges / Lloyd custom colored and embroidered floor mats Husky floor liners / B-Quiet sound deadener / Carr side steps / 3" rear seat lift / Black Max soft tonneau cover / Black Max cargo cleats / 3" body lift / OEM Chrome differential cover / Smart Park 2000 / (2) Lighted Ford logos / (2) KC HiLight 55 watt back-up lights / Viper 550 alarm (remote start) / OEM fender flares / Lift lips / BFG AT's 265/75/16 tires / (Custom painted OEM air dam, antenna cover, tailgate handle, slotted taillight covers, all plastic covers under the hood, and stone guards) / 23 tooth speed-O gear.......
Stereo:
still building......
Boston ProSeries 6.5" / Competitor 10" Subwoofer / Stock head unit with 6 CD changer.
Contact me at;
lmaox10@hotmail.com
[This message has been edited by franks&beans (edited 10-08-2000).]
I also installed some KC 55 watt lights Part # 517, check out some pixat.
http://www.zing.com/album/pictures.html?id=4294285863
I just had the Ravin exhaust installed tonight and had to remove my back-up lights, (I had dual pipes with 24" chrome tips mounted straight out the back, so I have to relocate the lights. I was thinking of replacing these with come 4" KC 100 watt lights. They are small (perfect size), round and extremely bright. I may just sell the ones I have now, not sure yet. What should I do? Hey Truckin4, I DO like your back-up lights. That is a great job. Very well done.
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1998 (50th anniversary series) Solid Pacific Green Metallic F-150 XLT Supercab, 4.2L, Automatic (4R70W), 2WD, Limited Slip, 8.8 axle, Tow Pkg, 6' bed, Rear slider
Accessories added:
Performance:
Superchip / 4.10 gears / K&N air filter / Outerwear’s pre-filter / Dynomax Super Turbo muffler
Suspension:
Edelbrock IAS shocks / Hellwig rear sway bar
Other accessories "added":
Color keyed outer grill / Perfect-fit bra / Stull polished grills / (4) 3A Racing 55 watt driving lights / (2) **** Cepek 150 watt driving lights, all controlled by SPDT switches / Clear corners / Fiberglass hood / Chrome F-150 emblems w/ side indicator markers / Trenz billet antenna / Power mirrors / Custom painted mirror housings / Muth signal mirrors / Driver side grab handle / White face gauges / Lloyd custom colored and embroidered floor mats Husky floor liners / B-Quiet sound deadener / Carr side steps / 3" rear seat lift / Black Max soft tonneau cover / Black Max cargo cleats / 3" body lift / OEM Chrome differential cover / Smart Park 2000 / (2) Lighted Ford logos / (2) KC HiLight 55 watt back-up lights / Viper 550 alarm (remote start) / OEM fender flares / Lift lips / BFG AT's 265/75/16 tires / (Custom painted OEM air dam, antenna cover, tailgate handle, slotted taillight covers, all plastic covers under the hood, and stone guards) / 23 tooth speed-O gear.......
Stereo:
still building......
Boston ProSeries 6.5" / Competitor 10" Subwoofer / Stock head unit with 6 CD changer.
Contact me at;
lmaox10@hotmail.com
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Franksandbeans:
Nice truck pix...I love all the lights. I have a question about the B-Quiet soundproofing you installed. Have you had any problems with it coming off in hot weather? I installed B-Quiet just like you did and it oozed off and slid down the rear cab wall when the weather got hot...what a mess! I do not recommend it for this reason
Nice truck pix...I love all the lights. I have a question about the B-Quiet soundproofing you installed. Have you had any problems with it coming off in hot weather? I installed B-Quiet just like you did and it oozed off and slid down the rear cab wall when the weather got hot...what a mess! I do not recommend it for this reason