LED Headlight Upgrade
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I could do all 4 lights on my 2019 6.2 in about 15 minutes without grille removal or major dismantling. I have dual batteries on my current 7.3 truck and it still wasn't a bad job. Driver side, remove the filler neck for the washer tank. Passenger side, remove the air breather snorkel. Driver side is a little tricky compared to the passenger side but still much easier and faster than pulling the front end of the truck apart.
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Having installed, removed and reinstalled LED headlight bulbs many times on 2017, 2019 and 2020 Super Duty gas trucks, I'll say that you do not have to pull the front end of the truck off.
I could do all 4 lights on my 2019 6.2 in about 15 minutes without grille removal or major dismantling. I have dual batteries on my current 7.3 truck and it still wasn't a bad job. Driver side, remove the filler neck for the washer tank. Passenger side, remove the air breather snorkel. Driver side is a little tricky compared to the passenger side but still much easier and faster than pulling the front end of the truck apart.
I could do all 4 lights on my 2019 6.2 in about 15 minutes without grille removal or major dismantling. I have dual batteries on my current 7.3 truck and it still wasn't a bad job. Driver side, remove the filler neck for the washer tank. Passenger side, remove the air breather snorkel. Driver side is a little tricky compared to the passenger side but still much easier and faster than pulling the front end of the truck apart.
I have Beamtech's in my 2018 and also had a flickering issue. They sent me decoders/anti-flicker harnesses and no issues since. Does Hikari not have anything like that?And I can change all 4 of mine in 10-15 minutes without taking anything other than washer fluid tube and air intake scoop out.
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I wish I had some more info for you. But my experience has been with three 6.2's and the current dual battery 7.3.
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I just got home and looked under the hood... it looks like it would be possible for the average person, but I'm 6'7" 260 and have big hands. Maybe if I get the right angle I might be able to make it work. Otherwise I'll have to ask my wife REALLY nicely for help! Either way its definitely worth a try!
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If replacing the entire headlamp housings, the grille will need to be removed.
Not sure what is meant above by "entire front end", but only the grille needs to be removed (not front bumper, not fenders, not "entire front end") in order to replace headlight housings.
Not sure what is meant above by "entire front end", but only the grille needs to be removed (not front bumper, not fenders, not "entire front end") in order to replace headlight housings.
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You are correct. "Entire front end" was an exaggeration. I just remember my 97 GMC where you opened the hood removed the old bulb from the housing, installed the new one and had room to do so... It was a 60 second job, tops.
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More Turbo
Joined: Aug 2018
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From: Huttonsville, WV
My truck is PSD as well. Easy to change the bulbs!
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I have Beamtech's in my 2018 and also had a flickering issue. They sent me decoders/anti-flicker harnesses and no issues since. Does Hikari not have anything like that?And I can change all 4 of mine in 10-15 minutes without taking anything other than washer fluid tube and air intake scoop out.
More Turbo
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From: Huttonsville, WV
It plugs in-line, no cutting/splicing required. I sent them a message and the sent no charge.
More Turbo
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From: Huttonsville, WV
I like them. they are a noticeable difference without being ridiculously over bright. I would ask for the decoders also just to only have to go in once. And PLEASE, Make sure you take the time to aim them properly after installing. Doing so will make sure you don't blind others or get flashed yourself!!