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GatorFan
Anyone know or used brighter backup lights that replace stock bulbs? I know they make the fog light type back up lights but I am just looking for something to replace my factory bulbs. I know you can buy brighter stock bulbs from an autoparts store but I was wondering if they made LED style bulbs that make it VERY easy to see behind you when you put it in reverse. It is a PITA to backup with tinted windows at night using only your mirrors.

Thanks,
Rocco715
I know what you mean at night my back windows are practically solid black. I didn't use LED's but I put PIAA Xtreme white bulbs in and they help a bunch.
CM7
QUOTE (Rocco715 @ Feb 14 2008, 02:04 PM) *
I know what you mean at night my back windows are practically solid black. I didn't use LED's but I put PIAA Xtreme white bulbs in and they help a bunch.




what bulb did you use?
Zembonez
QUOTE (cm5 @ Feb 14 2008, 03:42 PM) *
QUOTE (Rocco715 @ Feb 14 2008, 02:04 PM) *
I know what you mean at night my back windows are practically solid black. I didn't use LED's but I put PIAA Xtreme white bulbs in and they help a bunch.




what bulb did you use?

I'd love to know too. biggrin.gif
Rocco715
Little on the pricey side but I think they are worth it.

http://www.racinglab.com/pixtwh19bty3.html
DarrenWS6
Thats not too bad, i'll consider it. I have a crewcab with tint, & I have smoked tails so its probably hardest for me to see lol.gif
HeaVyResQue
i think all pickup could probably use a brighter light tongue.gif

nice find, I'll defiinitly be getting a pair. thumb.gif
GatorFan
QUOTE (Rocco715 @ Feb 14 2008, 07:45 PM) *
Little on the pricey side but I think they are worth it.

http://www.racinglab.com/pixtwh19bty3.html


Thanks for the info. Looks like you just made backing up easier now biggrin.gif !
Zembonez
QUOTE (GatorFan @ Feb 15 2008, 07:55 PM) *
QUOTE (Rocco715 @ Feb 14 2008, 07:45 PM) *
Little on the pricey side but I think they are worth it.

http://www.racinglab.com/pixtwh19bty3.html


Thanks for the info. Looks like you just made backing up easier now biggrin.gif !

I'm ordering a pair too. I'll post some results when I get em installed.
y2kz71
nice
04sierra2500hd
i have LEDs for reverse lights. they are extremely bright. it almost hearts to look at them, lol. they have 57 LEDs on one bulb. i got them of ebay. i dont think they cost alot either. check the pics on my site. the pics arent that good but youll get the idea

http://s54.photobucket.com/albums/g105/hea...y29/gmc%202500/
drummingchevy
QUOTE (04sierra2500hd @ Feb 16 2008, 07:54 PM) *
i have LEDs for reverse lights. they are extremely bright. it almost hearts to look at them, lol. they have 57 LEDs on one bulb. i got them of ebay. i dont think they cost alot either. check the pics on my site. the pics arent that good but youll get the idea

http://s54.photobucket.com/albums/g105/hea...y29/gmc%202500/


Those look great, but I can't find them on ebay. Anybody know of where I can get these (online or not)?
HeaVyResQue
the highest amount replacement I have found is only 30 LEDs. I am curious now, your's look great.
GatorFan
Just ordered my PIAAs tonight. cheers.gif The price wasn't really that bad considering how it will keep me from backing over something now that I will be able to see. cool.gif Now I have to wait on UPS sigh.gif

Thanks again for the info/link Rocco715
04sierra2500hd
this is where i got mine off ebay

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2-Bulbs-315...sspagenameZWDVW

they are alittle more expensive than i remember, but worth the money. i had to lightly file my housing down so that they will fit through. it doesnt take much.
CASEY1
Autobarn sells a 50 watt back-up lamp made by Design Tech.
droopy
anyone put the piaa's in yet...tryin to decide between the led and the piaa
HeaVyResQue
Same i would like to compare photos
LouisianaGuy
I bought a pair of reverse lights from AutoZone, I think they were about 15-20 for the pair. These are extremely bright. I am not sure of the brand since I bought them like 2 years ago, but they are 55 watt reverse lights. Best investment, make a hell of a difference over stock.
gvbhunt
QUOTE (CASEY1 @ Feb 20 2008, 09:26 PM) *
Autobarn sells a 50 watt back-up lamp made by Design Tech.

Just picked up a pair of these. I will put up pics when I get them.
JNP07CC
ordered a set of PIAA's that Rocco mentioned .. will review once installed
gvbhunt
QUOTE (gvbhunt @ Mar 10 2008, 11:19 AM) *
QUOTE (CASEY1 @ Feb 20 2008, 09:26 PM) *
Autobarn sells a 50 watt back-up lamp made by Design Tech.

Just picked up a pair of these. I will put up pics when I get them.

Ok, got them installed. No pics yet as I am a wuss and don't want to stand in the rain....

Anyway, these bulbs are bright enough that it is like my windows are no longer tinted (factory tint). They actually look like headlights.
tomasg921
anyone with pics of the brighter reverse lights? i would still like a comparison between the led/Piaa/stock.
Harvey Halabookie
QUOTE (TheTrueMoron @ Feb 16 2008, 10:19 PM) *
QUOTE (04sierra2500hd @ Feb 16 2008, 07:54 PM) *
i have LEDs for reverse lights. they are extremely bright. it almost hearts to look at them, lol. they have 57 LEDs on one bulb. i got them of ebay. i dont think they cost alot either. check the pics on my site. the pics arent that good but youll get the idea

http://s54.photobucket.com/albums/g105/hea...y29/gmc%202500/


Those look great, but I can't find them on ebay. Anybody know of where I can get these (online or not)?


These are the ones I got, purchased from Stylin' Trucks. A bit pricey, but well worth the increased light, and they should outlast the truck!
grose67
Im ready tomount headlights to my bumper!
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