I’m surprised by the exposed connections on the back. Seems like a place that corrosion might occur. Waterproof butt connectors might be preferable to just wrapping the wires with tape. ua-cam.com/video/unxEdyW8RP8/v-deo.html
And stop calling it a military splice! What you are referring to is a field splice used on communication wire only and only for temporary emergency repairs. All splices would be done properly as soon as possible.
Thanks for the video. Very useful. My lights will be here Thursday. I got the regular bright white lights. What are these amber lights for? I've never seen them before or used like this.
Interesting that Ford made that change! We will see if we can get one in here and take a look. My guess is that it may just need to be done similar to how it is done on other vehicles, either by creating a small notch by trimming, or possibly finding an edge that has some give and running it there. Thanks for the comment!
We've got half the shop who would say yes, and half that still love the clear! Really, it depends on your style of off roading, conditions and personal preference. But we are seeing more and more amber ditch lights!
I’m surprised by the exposed connections on the back. Seems like a place that corrosion might occur. Waterproof butt connectors might be preferable to just wrapping the wires with tape. ua-cam.com/video/unxEdyW8RP8/v-deo.html
Something tells me this was just a temporary install. That accessory mount point in A-pillar already had some wear and tear before he put light on it
Was watching this video as reference for when I install mine later and I was a bit surprised when I saw that 😬
The new models comes with a switch and a relay JD1912… does that need to be trimmed as well?
Do these lights come with covers for when not in use?
They do not. In time we are looking at those options.
And stop calling it a military splice! What you are referring to is a field splice used on communication wire only and only for temporary emergency repairs. All splices would be done properly as soon as possible.
Who uses electrical tape on wire splices? That’s what shrink tube is for. Better yet, soldier shrink tube.
Thanks for the video. Very useful. My lights will be here Thursday. I got the regular bright white lights. What are these amber lights for? I've never seen them before or used like this.
the 2024 models don't have the "crack" or opening near the a pillor/mirror trim anymore. not sure how to run the wire because there is no space
Interesting that Ford made that change! We will see if we can get one in here and take a look. My guess is that it may just need to be done similar to how it is done on other vehicles, either by creating a small notch by trimming, or possibly finding an edge that has some give and running it there. Thanks for the comment!
Would you guys recommend the amber's for the ditch lights if you're planning on running the 40" lightbar on the Trailrax roof rack in clear?
We've got half the shop who would say yes, and half that still love the clear! Really, it depends on your style of off roading, conditions and personal preference. But we are seeing more and more amber ditch lights!
What's the wrap on this bronco?
I believe its and Avery Dennison paint protection wrap! Looks great!