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Old 12-12-2021, 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by KennyCJR
My new bulb sockets should be arriving this week. I’ll post before, side by side, and after pics of the light output.

As far as a reason to get them, every factory light on my truck is led, except for the license plate lights. I want the bulb color and outputs to match on the whole truck.
if you want the LED look get the zero bulbs. They don't wash out the back up camera. What you ordered is a much brighter light shining right into the camera.
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Originally Posted by eyecandynsx
If you’re getting a ticket, you’re getting a ticket… how bright your license plate is illuminated is not going to make a difference.
If you’re already pulled over, this is true. There are other scenarios where it matters. The human eye is naturally drawn to the brightest light source at night. If you’re in a group of cars and you drive past a stopped patrol vehicle, there’s a good chance that these LEDs will make you the most noticeable vehicle. By extension, that makes you most likely to receive the ticket.

Furthermore, if you’re driving through an area with nosy people, the bright plate is easier for them to read and report if they dislike something you’ve done. While the obvious response may be “well don’t do that”, the point remains that bright plate lights are an optional way to attract unwanted attention. The factory lights meet the legal requirement for identification. I wouldn’t spend more money to make myself more identifiable. On a personal level, it’s in your best interests to be a ghost.
Originally Posted by KennyCJR
My new bulb sockets should be arriving this week. I’ll post before, side by side, and after pics of the light output.

As far as a reason to get them, every factory light on my truck is led, except for the license plate lights. I want the bulb color and outputs to match on the whole truck.
Cool thanks for the response! Hope you enjoy the new look!
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Well, the install is complete. I’m satisfied so far.



Stock bulbs


Stock bulbs camera view


Stock bulb on left, LED on right


Both LEDs


Camera view with LED bulbs
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