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Old Sep 25, 2016 | 09:57 PM
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I think mine, need to be adjusted down. My truck is bone stock...
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Old Sep 26, 2016 | 07:40 AM
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Everyone seems to like the 9011 bulb upgrade, it might be something you can do without spending a lot of money.
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Old Sep 26, 2016 | 08:39 AM
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Originally Posted by RMahoney
I just installed the 4X4LED lows and they are perfect, exactly how these cars should come from the factory
+2 - One of the first upgrades I did was to replace the low/high/fog bulbs with 4x4truck led's. Best lighting I've ever had in a vehicle. Been running for the past 6 months w/o issue.

Also, this issue has been discussed in multiple threads (search is your friend).
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Old Sep 26, 2016 | 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by MNSportsman
+2 - One of the first upgrades I did was to replace the low/high/fog bulbs with 4x4truck led's. Best lighting I've ever had in a vehicle. Been running for the past 6 months w/o issue.

Also, this issue has been discussed in multiple threads (search is your friend).
I searched (on tapatalk) but all I found was anzo headlight retrofit stuff. So search is not my friend in this case.
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Old Sep 26, 2016 | 09:30 AM
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Originally Posted by JJM
I searched (on tapatalk) but all I found was anzo headlight retrofit stuff. So search is not my friend in this case.
Go back a couple pages on this site and click on f150 forums, them aftermarket then lighting. You'll find plenty LED upgrade information there. I too upgraded to LED highs lows and fogs from 4x4TruckLEDs and feel much safer being able to see at night.
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Old Sep 26, 2016 | 03:46 PM
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I'm planning on doing this inexpensive mod. https://www.f150forum.com/f118/easy-...ht-mod-313120/

This mod when done on the 2015+ F150 has been in the public domain now for almost 13 months with great feedback no complaints about housing melting.

This mod though has been around on various other makes/models of vehicles for > 5 years with great reviews

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Old Sep 26, 2016 | 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by ChicagoJim
I'm planning on doing this inexpensive mod. https://www.f150forum.com/f118/easy-...ht-mod-313120/

This mod when done on the 2015+ F150 has been in the public domain now for almost 13 months with great feedback no complaints about housing melting.
This mod though has been around on various other makes/models of vehicles for > 5 years with great reviews
I bought the Anzo's, put LED's in lows, and followed the bulb suggestion from the link or bought the brighter 9011's ($35) for the high's and moved the factory High's to the fogs. The light from the fogs, and highs was slightly better, but not worth even the $30 and effort vs Led's to me. From in the vehicle you could not tell the difference when they where on, as the LED output is so much greater. In summary the halogen bulbs above are better, but honestly if you are wanting good lighting add a little more to the spend and get the LED's. The Anzo's aren't required but they are nice with the projectors make for a nice cut-off, eliminating light everywhere or blinding others
I have since replaced the 9011's in the fogs with XHP Series (6000 Lumen) LED Fog's. They are a different world of light, and I adjusted them down (4" below the housing height at 25'). I will probably replace the highs in the future, but not real urgent with great lows and fogs.
I hope this helps!
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Old Sep 26, 2016 | 07:26 PM
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I thought about the LEDs but I went with the retrofit route. I love them. TRS had a great deal on Mini H1s. I found this retro much easier than the prior gen F150. Here are some photos from my phone. Haven't had the time to get the good camera out yet. That night shot was before the lights were adjusted to the correct position. But the output is the same.



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Originally Posted by Spectre06
I thought about the LEDs but I went with the retrofit route. I love them. TRS had a great deal on Mini H1s. I found this retro much easier than the prior gen F150. Here are some photos from my phone. Haven't had the time to get the good camera out yet. That night shot was before the lights were adjusted to the correct position. But the output is the same.



Looks amazing. Good job.
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Old Sep 26, 2016 | 08:10 PM
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I second that!
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