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Old 09-02-2018, 12:30 PM
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The headlight's on the 2011 F150 are woefully inadequate. What are you guys going with as an upgrade to a brighter more modern up to date headlight?

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The headlight's on the 2011 F150 are woefully inadequate. What are you guys going with as an upgrade to a brighter more modern up to date headlight?

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OEM HID. The only way to roll. Put them on my 13. Man what a difference!!!


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only problem with those are you need a second mortgage to buy them! They are incredibly expensive even used.
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I changed my 2011 headlights and fogs with LEDs, and it was great and easy, check out "SUPER BRIGHT LEDs" , they just plug in. I think i paid around $180.00. good luck
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only problem with those are you need a second mortgage to buy them! They are incredibly expensive even used.
Quality is expensive but that's suggestive. I paid $1,300 for my set 5 years ago and they still work flawlessly.
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I changed my 2011 headlights and fogs with LEDs, and it was great and easy, check out "SUPER BRIGHT LEDs" , they just plug in. I think i paid around $180.00. good luck
You are endangering everyone else on the road running illegal lights in the factory halogen reflectors. I suggest you refrain from breaking the law further.

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only problem with those are you need a second mortgage to buy them! They are incredibly expensive even used.
I pod $85 for mine shipped off Craigslist. Now I still had to buy the bulbs, ballasts, and harness. But I’m still way under the average.

My advice, search craigslist all over the country. A little time consuming but you’ll find a set. I found a chrome set from somewhere around Knoxville for $450 two days ago. Deals can be had for sure.
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Thanks for the pic and info. Is there a part # for the assembly that fits my 2011 Lariat? I guess I will also need new bulbs and conversion harness as well or does someone make a complete kit? Any help in pointing me in the right direction is appreciated. thanks.

Note: I see where Tasca Ford sells this part but they say it doesn't fit my Truck (Assuming that's because it wouldn't just plug in?)

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I would assume Tasca is saying it won’t fit cause it is not directly plug n play. The housings willl fit. Then you just need the electrical components. It’s a pretty easy swap honestly.

Again, I would not buy from Tasca or the dealership. If you aren’t comfortable or don’t want to invest the time into shopping for a set, keep an eye here or contact one of the reputable retrofit guys on here. Their work is top notch.
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Originally Posted by Rnlcomp
You are endangering everyone else on the road running illegal lights in the factory halogen reflectors. I suggest you refrain from breaking the law further.

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NO, they are not illegal, and were check by ford dealer, so before you start telling people what you think is illegal, check the law.
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