Author Topic: LED headlights for our rigs! (Read 12059 times)

helipilot77 · « **on:** Dec 19, 2012, 01:26:33 PM »

I have been waiting for someone to come out with a drop in LED headlight replacement that is DOT approved. finally someone had done it. They are expensive but the results are amazing! First gen guys they haven't forgotten about you. In fact they developed the round version first, then developed the 5"X7". Tell me what you think. I may have to get some considering half the driving I do is in the dark. Although they are quite expensive, I probably wouldn't spring for the $500 price if it wasn't my D.D. I "borrowed" these pics from the North American XJ Association forum. They show the lighting output compared to a halogen beam. Pretty impressive. At low beam these will draw a mere 1.8 amps while at full high beam they draw only 3.6 amps. I think these numbers may for each lamp. But still! pretty low draw for that kind of output, and the life expectancy of LED's is usually in 50,000 hour range.

THK Matt · « **Reply #1 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 01:45:29 PM »

I so going LED, ive been waiting on led headlights.

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Royota · « **Reply #2 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 02:51:37 PM »

Just to clarify, where can we buy these? And for sake of shop loyalty... hey BigMike- you want to order a few sets so we can buy them from you or Marlin? Ya? :}

THK Matt · « **Reply #3 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 03:40:44 PM »

Quote from: helipilot77 on Dec 19, 2012, 01:26:33 PM

I have been waiting for someone to come out with a drop in LED headlight replacement that is DOT approved. finally someone had done it. They are expensive but the results are amazing! First gen guys they haven't forgotten about you. In fact they developed the round version first, then developed the 5"X7". Tell me what you think. I may have to get some considering half the driving I do is in the dark. Although they are quite expensive, I probably wouldn't spring for the $500 price if it wasn't my D.D. I "borrowed" these pics from the North American XJ Association forum. They show the lighting output compared to a halogen beam. Pretty impressive. At low beam these will draw a mere 1.8 amps while at full high beam they draw only 3.6 amps. I think these numbers may for each lamp. But still! pretty low draw for that kind of output, and the life expectancy of LED's is usually in 50,000 hour range.

Um idk where you gathered the $500 price tag but on their site they list them at $279

http://www.tlg-auto.com/Truck_Lite_7x6_Reflector_LED_Headlight_p/5017606.htm

nisota · « **Reply #4 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 03:50:10 PM »

Quote from: THK Matt on Dec 19, 2012, 03:40:44 PM

Um idk where you gathered the $500 price tag but on their site they list them at $279

http://www.tlg-auto.com/Truck_Lite_7x6_Reflector_LED_Headlight_p/5017606.htm

This is the new LED headlight from Truck-Lite. It features a 1.2amperage current draw and a 45 degree light output. More light and less power consumption than the old style. They call this one the Phase 7 LED housing that uses a reflector instead of just a wall of LEDs.

This headlight will replace any sealed beam 7x6" rectangular (or sometimes called 200mm or 5x7") style lamp housing. Each LED light is a dual beam system with both high beam and low beam.

This light will replace any 5x7" H6054 style light. Sold Individually.

These LED headlights are sold individually and with a 3 year manufacturer's warranty.

Long-lasting LEDs mean never having to replace another bulb!
Hard Coated Polycarbonate Lens
Anodized Aluminum Housing
Metalized Reflector
Encapsulated Circuitry
Uses 2 Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) inside a reflector housing
3-year limited warranty

(I copied that directly from the website you posted above) Read what it says in the middle of that listing the lights are sold individually $279 x 2 = $558

THK Matt · « **Reply #5 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 03:52:04 PM »

Quote from: nisota on Dec 19, 2012, 03:50:10 PM

This is the new LED headlight from Truck-Lite. It features a 1.2amperage current draw and a 45 degree light output. More light and less power consumption than the old style. They call this one the Phase 7 LED housing that uses a reflector instead of just a wall of LEDs.

This headlight will replace any sealed beam 7x6" rectangular (or sometimes called 200mm or 5x7") style lamp housing. Each LED light is a dual beam system with both high beam and low beam.

This light will replace any 5x7" H6054 style light. Sold Individually.

These LED headlights are sold individually and with a 3 year manufacturer's warranty.

Long-lasting LEDs mean never having to replace another bulb!
Hard Coated Polycarbonate Lens
Anodized Aluminum Housing
Metalized Reflector
Encapsulated Circuitry
Uses 2 Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) inside a reflector housing
3-year limited warranty

(I copied that directly from the website you posted above) Read what it says in the middle of that listing the lights are sold individually $279 x 2 = $558

oh ouch. damn thats expensive

nisota · « **Reply #6 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 03:53:02 PM »

To rich for my blood.

yotacrawler1 · « **Reply #7 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 07:27:18 PM »

same lol.

yotacrawler1 · « **Reply #8 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 07:27:35 PM »

they seem better then HIDS though

jimbo74 · « **Reply #9 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 07:38:56 PM »

they look cool, but i don't know about $550 for a pair of lights......

Royota · « **Reply #10 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 08:18:35 PM »

X2 on the pair. If they were maybe $100 a pair I could justify them...

86bobbedtoy · « **Reply #11 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 08:44:54 PM »

Id pay 200 a pair
the chinese will have them out for 20 each in a bit

helipilot77 · « **Reply #12 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 08:54:55 PM »

Quote from: nisota on Dec 19, 2012, 03:50:10 PM

This is the new LED headlight from Truck-Lite. It features a 1.2amperage current draw and a 45 degree light output. More light and less power consumption than the old style. They call this one the Phase 7 LED housing that uses a reflector instead of just a wall of LEDs.

This headlight will replace any sealed beam 7x6" rectangular (or sometimes called 200mm or 5x7") style lamp housing. Each LED light is a dual beam system with both high beam and low beam.

This light will replace any 5x7" H6054 style light. Sold Individually.

These LED headlights are sold individually and with a 3 year manufacturer's warranty.

Long-lasting LEDs mean never having to replace another bulb!
Hard Coated Polycarbonate Lens
Anodized Aluminum Housing
Metalized Reflector
Encapsulated Circuitry
Uses 2 Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) inside a reflector housing
3-year limited warranty

(I copied that directly from the website you posted above) Read what it says in the middle of that listing the lights are sold individually $279 x 2 = $558

4wheel parts is selling a pair of the rectangular lights for $489.99. If you add tax then your price is correct. But they do ship for free. It is alot of money but as Brian Regan said... "How can instantly improved vision not be at the top of your to-do list?" Big Mike, if you guys sold them I would buy them from you. I somehow doubt that you will start to carry a product that is already so widely available.

jimbo74 · « **Reply #13 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 09:14:48 PM »

i can buy an auxillary set of hella 500's for $60

helipilot77 · « **Reply #14 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 09:21:22 PM »

Quote from: 86bobbedtoy on Dec 19, 2012, 08:44:54 PM

Id pay 200 a pair
the chinese will have them out for 20 each in a bit

Do you really want to support the Chinese manufacturers or do you want to continue to let our nation drowned? Think about where you spend your money and why. I'm sure china (Trail Gear)could make knock-off marlin gear for 75% less but I wouldn't touch it. I proud of my marlin gear because they proudly say made in the USA. If you want to buy some. Cheap Chinese made LED headlights that will last you 5% of the lifetime that they should, then go ahead. But I will save up my money to buy these obviously superior headlights.

Vang530 · « **Reply #15 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 10:14:27 PM »

and i just got my roundeyes last week...o well im satisfied with them

nisota · « **Reply #16 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 11:31:29 PM »

Quote from: helipilot77 on Dec 19, 2012, 08:54:55 PM

4wheel parts is selling a pair of the rectangular lights for $489.99. If you add tax then your price is correct. But they do ship for free. It is alot of money but as Brian Regan said... "How can instantly improved vision not be at the top of your to-do list?" Big Mike, if you guys sold them I would buy them from you. I somehow doubt that you will start to carry a product that is already so widely available.

I don't understand what you're saying I didn't add any tax or shipping to the price I came up with I pulled that directly off there website. But I do agree with you support AMERICAN made, NOT china.

jimbo74 · « **Reply #17 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 11:39:51 PM »

Honestly, american made is a scam now anyways.... look where the us gov buys stuff.... yup. Not the us..... look at where toyotas are made. Yup the us. Look where dodge, ford and chevy are made. Not the us..............

Royota · « **Reply #18 on:** Dec 19, 2012, 11:43:56 PM »

Quote from: helipilot77 on Dec 19, 2012, 09:21:22 PM

Do you really want to support the Chinese manufacturers or do you want to continue to let our nation drowned? Think about where you spend your money and why. I'm sure china (Trail Gear)could make knock-off marlin gear for 75% less but I wouldn't touch it. I proud of my marlin gear because they proudly say made in the USA. If you want to buy some. Cheap Chinese made LED headlights that will last you 5% of the lifetime that they should, then go ahead. But I will save up my money to buy these obviously superior headlights.

Im proud of my made in the USA gear!!!!

That I bolt on my Japanese truck!

With Chinese tools!

Haha its ok I agree completely i'm just giving you crap. Made in USA pride spiels on a.... Toyota forum... sorry dude hah

Nothing is made where it is supposed to be anymore

Marlin Crawler is one of the only real all American made in the USA organizations left. So support Marlin and BigMike- not Ford. Hecho in the same place as your algadon t-shirts Holmes.

helipilot77 · « **Reply #19 on:** Dec 20, 2012, 05:58:24 AM »

I agree. You have to research your products and find out exactly where they are manufactured. The made in USA label does make it easier though. Thanks marlin!

helipilot77 · « **Reply #20 on:** Dec 20, 2012, 06:02:53 AM »

Also just for clarity these are made by truck lite. The web site says they are available at my local Napa autoparts.

86bobbedtoy · « **Reply #21 on:** Dec 20, 2012, 07:17:38 AM »

Quote from: helipilot77 on Dec 19, 2012, 09:21:22 PM

Do you really want to support the Chinese manufacturers or do you want to continue to let our nation drowned? Think about where you spend your money and why. I'm sure china (Trail Gear)could make knock-off marlin gear for 75% less but I wouldn't touch it. I proud of my marlin gear because they proudly say made in the USA. If you want to buy some. Cheap Chinese made LED headlights that will last you 5% of the lifetime that they should, then go ahead. But I will save up my money to buy these obviously superior headlights.

Quote from: helipilot77 on Dec 19, 2012, 09:21:22 PM

Do you really want to support the Chinese manufacturers or do you want to continue to let our nation drowned? Think about where you spend your money and why. I'm sure china (Trail Gear)could make knock-off marlin gear for 75% less but I wouldn't touch it. I proud of my marlin gear because they proudly say made in the USA. If you want to buy some. Cheap Chinese made LED headlights that will last you 5% of the lifetime that they should, then go ahead. But I will save up my money to buy these obviously superior headlights.

Ok Mr America
did I say I would buy the imported ones? no
so think before you speak.
personally I like peace of mind with my parts.
I might would buy imported ones later down the line if they have a good name and the usa ones dont come down in price.
if the world was perfect we would keep all our money here, but its not, look you drive a toyota, so do I
so dont get all captain america on me, go jerk you got some stupid in there

Cheesemaker · « **Reply #22 on:** Dec 20, 2012, 07:44:04 AM »

I for one love the old stock style lights. If you need more light, turn on a aftermarket set. Drawing too much amps, go GM alt.

The reason I say this, is I really hate the HID, projection, and LED lights vehicles are using these days. Yeah, they might help you see at night, but what about the oncoming traffic? I hate it when I can't see at night because every new car has these projection lamps, or the tuner kids that upgrade their lights and it makes it hard for me to see at night. You might as well strap on a pair of KC Daylighters on your new Lexus, cause thats what its like for me.

H8PVMNT · « **Reply #23 on:** Dec 20, 2012, 05:53:39 PM »

I couldn't agree more...

Quote from: Cheesemaker on Dec 20, 2012, 07:44:04 AM

I for one love the old stock style lights. If you need more light, turn on a aftermarket set. Drawing too much amps, go GM alt.

The reason I say this, is I really hate the HID, projection, and LED lights vehicles are using these days. Yeah, they might help you see at night, but what about the oncoming traffic? I hate it when I can't see at night because every new car has these projection lamps, or the tuner kids that upgrade their lights and it makes it hard for me to see at night. You might as well strap on a pair of KC Daylighters on your new Lexus, cause thats what its like for me.

mudmaster · « **Reply #24 on:** Dec 20, 2012, 06:40:57 PM »

Quote from: Vang530 on Dec 19, 2012, 10:14:27 PM

and i just got my roundeyes last week...o well im satisfied with them

I'm happy with mine

80hilux4x4 · « **Reply #25 on:** Dec 20, 2012, 08:35:23 PM »

http://www.davezoffroadperformance.com/store/headlight-kit-by-delta.html
Found these. Delta i belive. Anyone used them??

Stocker · « **Reply #26 on:** Dec 20, 2012, 09:16:20 PM »

Quote from: 80hilux4x4 on Dec 20, 2012, 08:35:23 PM

http://www.davezoffroadperformance.com/store/headlight-kit-by-delta.html
Found these. Delta i belive. Anyone used them??

I'm not familiar with that brand... for that kind of money I'd stick with a known name like Hella, which has a great reputation for high quality products. And they are actually a bit cheaper with a standard Hella bulb, which is very effective. Here's one source: http://www.rallylights.com/detail.aspx?ID=350 (no affiliation)

Oh btw whatever you get, please don't get blue bulbs. Not just because of the glare towards oncoming drivers, but because they don't work well at all. It's extremely hard to see anything at night with them. They block all the visible light except blue.... very bad.

80hilux4x4 · « **Reply #27 on:** Dec 20, 2012, 10:14:56 PM »

Ya hate the blue myself also just seen them while browsing didn't know of any other round 80 head lighting options till these two

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