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Another headlight Question - 2015 Sierra specific

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So I've read through what I think are all the "dim headlights" posts, but I have a question: Do ALL 2014-2015 headlights suck, or are there difference between the trim levels? I'm thinking about checking out a used 2015 Sierra 1500 SLT near me. It says it has LED's which I assume are just the trim around the main bulb.

 

But do the SLT headlights still stink as much as the SLE's? I live in the country and drive a lot of back-roads, so good lighting is important to me.

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So I've read through what I think are all the "dim headlights" posts, but I have a question: Do ALL 2014-2015 headlights suck, or are there difference between the trim levels? I'm thinking about checking out a used 2015 Sierra 1500 SLT near me. It says it has LED's which I assume are just the trim around the main bulb.

 

But do the SLT headlights still stink as much as the SLE's? I live in the country and drive a lot of back-roads, so good lighting is important to me.

 

They ALL suck if they are stock. SLE, SLT, and Denali all have the same stupid halogen-in-projector design. However, many have been upgraded by the previous owner, so it may have LED bulbs in the projectors. That's better, but not much.

 

The only way to tell is to go look at it.

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As mentioned above. Yes they all suck. The LEDs they mention are most definitely the LED day time running lights. If you decide to get it, youll want to upgrade to LEDs or HIDs asap. But for your situation, you will probably want to upgrade headlights and possibly a light bar too no matter what truck you get.

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Class action lawsuit against GMC for those crappy lights. I've just filled out the paperwork. I'll let ya know how I make out (could be years I'm sure)....

bassJAM Enthusiast

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Thanks for the info. I know there's ways to modify the lights, but I'm not sure I want to get a truck and have to put money into it right away. Especially when I kind of want carplay/android auto as well.

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