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Old Jan 13, 2012 | 04:05 PM
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Originally Posted by TuxBlackFX4
I contemplated and researched all the options. After what appeared to be trial and error for the most part on choosing bulbs, aux lights, light strips, etc. I just dropped the coin and picked up two Rigid Dually LEDs. If they keep me from backing into something at night, they've paid for themselves. $174 on Amazon for two. I'll install them this week sometime and post pics.
Include a link to you Amazon when you do.
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Old Jan 13, 2012 | 04:17 PM
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These are pretty much exactly what im looking for...i'll let you know if/when i get them
I have found some info on them on other sites after some research and you have to make sure they are sealed very well when you install them or the wires corrode quickly and they become a $70 paper weight. But it looks like that they work very good if you do not have the corrosion problems. I think I am just going to get a set of the Rigid's and be done with it. I would rather pay a little more now and not have to worry about sealing them.
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Old Jan 13, 2012 | 04:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Imavol

I have found some info on them on other sites after some research and you have to make sure they are sealed very well when you install them or the wires corrode quickly and they become a $70 paper weight. But it looks like that they work very good if you do not have the corrosion problems. I think I am just going to get a set of the Rigid's and be done with it. I would rather pay a little more now and not have to worry about sealing them.
Just got them delivered today. Going away for the weekend so I wont be installing them till I get back. I've checked it all out. And will take your corrosion advice to heart, when I install it. It came with a harness that just plugs into my trailer plug. I work at a body shop...I'm sure I can find something to seal it with
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Old Jan 14, 2012 | 05:03 AM
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Old Jan 14, 2012 | 10:23 AM
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Originally Posted by mbullock
Just got them delivered today. Going away for the weekend so I wont be installing them till I get back. I've checked it all out. And will take your corrosion advice to heart, when I install it. It came with a harness that just plugs into my trailer plug. I work at a body shop...I'm sure I can find something to seal it with
Let me know for sure, I am waiting to hear what you say about them. It looks like the install will be alot cleaner than just 2 lights hanging off the back of the truck.
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Old Jan 14, 2012 | 12:37 PM
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I use dually diffuser backup lights. Work just fine
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Old Jan 15, 2012 | 01:03 PM
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Just installed the VLeds License Plate Frame. Easy install and great light output with backup lights. Their website has a good video and reviews too!
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Old Jan 15, 2012 | 04:09 PM
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Originally Posted by rpwade
Just installed the VLeds License Plate Frame. Easy install and great light output with backup lights. Their website has a good video and reviews too!
Looks pretty good, even with "just" 3W bulbs (x6). Are you satisfied with the brightness? How much brighter does it make your rear view at night? 50% brighter? Twice as bright?

How did you install it (where did you draw power from)?

Got any pics?
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Old Jan 15, 2012 | 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by rpwade
Just installed the VLeds License Plate Frame. Easy install and great light output with backup lights. Their website has a good video and reviews too!
Was all set to order until I read the customer review....seems to have some quality issues...damn!
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Originally Posted by Imavol

Let me know for sure, I am waiting to hear what you say about them. It looks like the install will be alot cleaner than just 2 lights hanging off the back of the truck.
Installed it today...took 10 minutes. Looks good, I blacked out the "white knight" emblem after....will give nite pics, once its night time

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