Auxiliary lights

[robert]

I ran Hella 4000s (non HID) on my old Tacoma with an ARB and liked them a lot. I salvaged one of them following the wreck (it held up fine, the other took part of the impact) so I'll probably just buy one more and use them on the new Taco. One thing I did that I really liked, was getting a factory Toyota foglight switch and mount that instead of the ugly Hella rotary switch (they were on a relay obviously). I'd like to try the new compact 4000s but they're as expensive as the regular sized.

I had also switched out the sealed beams (95.5) for the Hella H4 style with 80/100 bulbs. That was a huge improvement in itself and I never had any issues with the wiring like some folks warn of.

I had an inexpensive set of Blazers or some such on the back that I had used silicon grease to seal. They worked fine until I knocked one off. I'd have to say, with a camper shell on the back and tinted windows, better backup lights are just as important as front lights.

I ran Hella 500s on my FJ40 but never was really impressed with them. The lenses fogged and I ended up snapping one of the plastic mounts on a branch.

edited for spelling

 

[blaze one]

Has anyone had any experience with the IPF 968 ( or somethin like that ) 7" round 55watt lights ??
I have a chance to pick up 2 Brand new for $100usd or 4 brand new for $175usdollars . Just wondering if they are worth it or not . Thanks.

LInky to lights .

http://www.arbusa.com/ipf_usa_968_868.htm

 

[asteffes]

Has anyone had any experience with the IPF 968 ( or somethin like that ) 7" round 55watt lights ??
I have a chance to pick up 2 Brand new for $100usd or 4 brand new for $175usdollars . Just wondering if they are worth it or not . Thanks.

LInky to lights .

http://www.arbusa.com/ipf_usa_968_868.htm

They're a good value. I would spring for all four at that price. Put two on the bumper and two on the roof (or into the spare parts bin.) Throw 100 watt bulbs in them for maximum utility (they can handle it.)

 

[asteffes]

I ran Hella 4000s (non HID) on my old Tacoma with an ARB and liked them a lot. I salvaged one of them following the wreck (it held up fine, the other took part of the impact) so I'll probably just buy one more and use them on the new Taco. One thing I did that I really liked, was getting a factory Toyota foglight switch and mount that instead of the ugly Hella rotary switch (they were on a relay obviously). I'd like to try the new compact 4000s but they're as expensive as the regular sized.

I had also switched out the sealed beams (95.5) for the Hella H4 style with 80/100 bulbs. That was a huge improvement in itself and I never had any issues with the wiring like some folks warn of.

I had an inexpensive set of Blazers or some such on the back that I had used silicon grease to seal. They worked fine until I knocked one off. I'd have to say, with a camper shell on the back and tinted windows, better backup lights are just as important as front lights.

I ran Hella 500s on my FJ40 but never was really impressed with them. The lenses fogged and I ended up snapping one of the plastic mounts on a branch.

edited for spelling

I'm using the Hella 80/100 watt H4s in my '06's headlamps with excellent results. They're so good that my 55 watt Hella 500 driving lamps are nearly pointless. I might try the 968s with 100 watt bulbs and just sell off the Hella 4000 Eurobeams I have sitting on the shelf (awaiting an ARB to prop them up.)

 

[robert]

I'm using the Hella 80/100 watt H4s in my '06's headlamps with excellent results. They're so good that my 55 watt Hella 500 driving lamps are nearly pointless. I might try the 968s with 100 watt bulbs and just sell off the Hella 4000 Eurobeams I have sitting on the shelf (awaiting an ARB to prop them up.)

If you decide to get rid of the Hellas let me know, I might be interested in them.

 

[p1michaud]

Lightforce 170

Thanks Chris for that light shoot out - I can only fit a 6.6" size light in my bumper - I like the fact that the LF lights are adjustable - looks like the 170's for the front of the Tacoma

Chris, you always have something up your sleeve!

Desertdue, the 170's look great on the front bumper of a Tacoma IMO! The adjustment feature is great, having different filters is another bonus no to mention how light weight these lights are. Very very well made product.

I was fortunate enought to find a set of "used" ones from a board member who was upgrading to 240's. They are mounted on my TJM T-17 and stick out a bit, but I can live with that. These things are bright compared to the previous PIAA 520 that were mounted in the same location.

I would like another set to install on the Roof Basket for even more ligthing.

Cheers,
P

 

[p1michaud]

Yes!

Has anyone had any experience with the IPF 968 ( or somethin like that ) 7" round 55watt lights ??

Mountainpete has done a review\writeup on the IPF 968 lights.

Cheers :beer:,
P

 

[asteffes]

If you decide to get rid of the Hellas let me know, I might be interested in them.

Oh reeeeeaaalllllllyyyyyy.... At this point I would be happy to recoup my expenses. They've been unpacked from the box once just to gawk at them, then they went back into the boxes and onto the shelf in my den. I have the clear rock shields, too, to protect them once on the vehicle. However, these buggers don't fit on the stock '05+ bumper, so I would need an ARB or something to prop them up. Spending a grand to hold up $250 worth of lights seems slightly silly.

Shoot me an email and let's discuss.

 

[asteffes]

Has anyone had any experience with the IPF 968 ( or somethin like that ) 7" round 55watt lights ??
I have a chance to pick up 2 Brand new for $100usd or 4 brand new for $175usdollars . Just wondering if they are worth it or not . Thanks.

They're a good value. I would spring for all four at that price. Put two on the bumper and two on the roof (or into the spare parts bin.) Throw 100 watt bulbs in them for maximum utility (they can handle it.)

Tell you what, blaze one, you buy all four 968s. Robert buys my 4000s. I buy one set of 968s from you. That's a win-win-win situation! :victory:

 

[asteffes]

I have Hella 500s on the front of my Taco now and like some people here, have been underwehlmed by their performance. Part of the problem is the 55 watt H3 bulbs. H3s are sub-optimal to begin with, and 55 watt bulbs in a driving lamps just don't have enough output to really light up the road. My 80 watt low totally blow away the 500s. Hella does not recommend using a higher wattage bulb in the 500s for fear of melting the housings or cracking the lenses. Can the FF1000s use a 100 watt bulbs safely? If not, I think I'm going to look for some IPF 968s.

 

[xcmountain80]

I had read here and there that the lightforce 240 blitz lights were amazing, I found a pair on ebay for $200 and figured I would give them a shot. Sure enough the reviews were right on track and talk about bright! WOW. Also the ability to adjust the focus is truly nice. I like my yellow filters for the rain and fog we encounter here in FL. I would say not for everyone given the large size.

Aaron

 

[flyingwil]

I am not really that into lighting, and never on the roof (glare and trees, bad combo).

Scott-

What made you change your mind? (swwwweeeet set up BTW)

 

[xcmountain80]

Yeah I think the new setup looks good too, does Morphic offer not so pricey setups? I checked out there website looking for something to house my other set of LightForces but didnt come up with anything.

Aaron

 

[adventureduo]

I just installed 4 HELLA 500's because i needed something quick for a trip. They're okay. They're not as bright as my IPF's that i had before.. but good nonetheless. Now.. im not planning on running through the desert at 100mph at night. So i dont need to see for a mile ahead of me. These just put out like a few hundred feet ahead of me. They worked fine for me last weekend , when i was blazing down a road i had never been down @ 50mph at night.

another note: like people say, if you mount them ontop of your rack or over your windshield like i did, you will get tons of glare.. and you will need install a glare shield for each light. I have the brightest set of map lights EVAR LOL :wings:

 

[offroadchef]

I had read here and there that the lightforce 240 blitz lights were amazing, I found a pair on ebay for $200 and figured I would give them a shot. Sure enough the reviews were right on track and talk about bright! WOW. Also the ability to adjust the focus is truly nice. I like my yellow filters for the rain and fog we encounter here in FL. I would say not for everyone given the large size.

Aaron

Where did you pick up that front plate from?

Markus