Brighter reverse/auxilary backup lights.
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From: IL
I bought a set of generic 55w backup lights at Pep Boys for $20. They mount to the receiver and are very slim, but can also be mounted to the underside of the bumper if you want to drill 2 small holes. They come with all the wiring to hook them into your reverse lights, but they are very easily modified to work off a switch instead. I also have the 55w backup bulbs in my stock backup lights. Between the 2 everything lights up great while backing.
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From: Fairbanks
I have had my truck for less than 2 months and installed the fixed mount whitenight setup. Works great and still can get at hitch pin holes okay. No photos just joined site and haven't started a gallery. Extra backup lights are a must up here and i am happy with these and the look of the setup.
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From: Utah County, UT
I used a relay to run the BU lights, the relay is triggered by the reverse signal. However, if you have the trailer tow package with the 7Pin RV plug, the center pin for Reverse BU lights. It is fused by a 30A (not 100% sure on fuse size) fuse, seperate from the two lights in the tail lights. I chose to use a relay so that I can control the relay from in the cab as well as have it trip when in reverse. Pulled all the power from the Trailer plug. The battery charge is relayed as well, key is off, no chance of forgetting to turn them off and drain the battery.
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From: Fairbanks, Alaska
Originally Posted by Alaska350V10
I have had my truck for less than 2 months and installed the fixed mount whitenight setup. Works great and still can get at hitch pin holes okay. No photos just joined site and haven't started a gallery. Extra backup lights are a must up here and i am happy with these and the look of the setup.
Where in AK are you?
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Has anyone tried the 3156 halogen bulbs and just replacing the stock back-up lamp with the upgraded lamps?
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From: Dallas
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From: Richmond, VA
Anyone using aux lighting with DRW?
For SRW the bumper is the max width. I am concerned that with DRW once the bumper (with the lights) passes by the side/corner of the building the rear flares will fall into shadows. My truck is also all black. It is the sides of the truck vice the rear that is my focus.
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For SRW the bumper is the max width. I am concerned that with DRW once the bumper (with the lights) passes by the side/corner of the building the rear flares will fall into shadows. My truck is also all black. It is the sides of the truck vice the rear that is my focus.
Reg
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CWB, I see that you installed directly into a stock bumper. I want to do the same. In fact, I have a spare stock bumper for that very purpose, in case I mess it up.
Which lights did you use and how do you make the hole (punch?, cut?) I haven't found lights yet that would do well with a flush mount.
Which lights did you use and how do you make the hole (punch?, cut?) I haven't found lights yet that would do well with a flush mount.
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From: Seattle , WA
Which lights did you use and how do you make the hole (punch?, cut?) I haven't found lights yet that would do well with a flush mount.
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From: Fairbanks
Originally Posted by Hawkins
How much lite is deverted to the rear sides of the truck? Lookin at installing on mine but I have a cap on all winter so I need more side lite for the mirrors.
Where in AK are you?
Where in AK are you?
I bought mine at AutoTrim, installed myself.The Interior