Blinding Headlights
I have 2019 xlt that has 2” leveling kit and 35” tires. Recently replaced headlight bulbs with LED and now I feel like I am blinding everyone in front of me and oncoming traffic. I have tried aiming down and believe I have the headlights adjusted as low as they will go. Anyone have any tips/suggestions to fix?
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Nov 14, 2023, 07:38 AM
I applaud the OP for taking other drivers into consideration and wanting to do something about it. Came here for advice on how to fix it rather than just the typical post where they say they installed LED and claim up and down they aren't blinding other drivers. Again, as being a potential on coming driver to the OP, I thank you for thinking about other drivers and whether you are blinding them or not.
You are blinding everyone.
If it was as easy as inserting led bulbs into the old style halogen housings I'm sure Ford would do that from factory.
LED bulbs are not designed to be used in halogen housings.
Maybe try a better quality halogen like a PIAA
If it was as easy as inserting led bulbs into the old style halogen housings I'm sure Ford would do that from factory.
LED bulbs are not designed to be used in halogen housings.
Maybe try a better quality halogen like a PIAA
So is my best option to pull them and go with a high quality halogen? Or a higher quality LED? I just can’t go back to stock halogens- might as well go no headlights haha.
I know there are a ton of people with levels and 35s on the forum who are not blinding oncoming cars. Would love to hear what they’re using.
I know there are a ton of people with levels and 35s on the forum who are not blinding oncoming cars. Would love to hear what they’re using.
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I have 2019 xlt that has 2” leveling kit and 35” tires. Recently replaced headlight bulbs with LED and now I feel like I am blinding everyone in front of me and oncoming traffic. I have tried aiming down and believe I have the headlights adjusted as low as they will go. Anyone have any tips/suggestions to fix?
How to fix is you need to buy LED specific headlight housings and once installed, you need to have them aimed correctly. Be prepared to empty your wallet...quality LED headlight housings are $1000+.
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I applaud the OP for taking other drivers into consideration and wanting to do something about it. Came here for advice on how to fix it rather than just the typical post where they say they installed LED and claim up and down they aren't blinding other drivers. Again, as being a potential on coming driver to the OP, I thank you for thinking about other drivers and whether you are blinding them or not.
My stock LEDs blind oncoming drivers and I don't even have a level. I get "flashed" all the time. Especially after I wash them. If I have time, I do a quick high beam flash back to let them know my brights are not on. I can imagine how bad unrestricted LEDs are. Yes, I have had it checked they are aimed properly.












