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LED headlights for JK (JL/JT), experiences?

Hi, I'm looking for experiences/recommendations/warnings regarding aftermarket LED headlights. Any model that fits JK will do, here in Europe they would need to be E -approved, but whether or not yours are, drop a line or two here to let us know how they are. As we know, the standard halogens...

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Procomp. Love mine

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Mopar led’s

 

Got a set for $50 that came from a 2017. Awesome light.

 

Trucklite…

 

KC Hilites Gravity Pro. Have them on my jeep and absolutely love them. They're a bit pricey, but worth every penny, IMO

https://www.amazon.com/KC-HiLiTES-4...vqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=m&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584138871654892&psc=1

 

I second the gravity pros.


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I've tried a bunch of "lower cost" LED options over the years, these are some of the best I've found for pattern (no blinding oncoming traffic), output, and no fancy halo's. I've put several pairs in others' vehicles as well and they've been pleased.

Amazon LED 7" Headlights

 

Go back to Quadratec and order the GenII headlights for the TJ. The only difference between the ones for the TJ (H4) connector is the adapter from H13 to H4 with the anti-flicker pulse width modulator (that square block in the middle of the adapter). You already have that.

In fact, I would do one thing even before you buy new headlights - swap them from side to side. If the one on the left side is out and the one on the right on, you know it's not the headlights. It may be the PWM has gone bad. They are available separately. You did not indicate if it is the low beam only out or both high and low. If it looks like it's the adapter, swap them from side to side and see if the issue moves. If it does not, and you have swapped the headlights first, it's not the headlights.

Quadratec Anti Flicker Pulse Width Modulator for 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK

Quadratec is now offering a Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Adapter Harness that eliminates headlight flicker in 2007- present Jeep® Wrangler JK models. This H13 to H4 adapter stores power during "on" time which allows the lamp to utilize constant on energy thus eliminating the flicker.

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While they are shown to be out of stock until Oct 12. If you kept your original headlights, simply pop them back in until you get the new parts. It's hard to beat a $50 fix for the headlights.

If you have to, and don't have the original headlights anymore, you can drop a pair of standard H4 Phillips/Sylvania or other headlights in on a temporary basis with a set of KC-Hilites H4 to H13 adapters. The total would be about $40.

BTW the Quadratec GenIIs came with a 3 year warranty.

If my '17 Chief had not come with the Mopar factory LED headlights, it would have the GenIIs as well. Comparing the light output of the factory LEDs and the GENIIs, I think they are equal on low beam and the GenIIs are better on high beam.

 

Go back to Quadratec and order the GenII headlights for the TJ. The only difference between the ones for the TJ (H4) connector is the adapter from H13 to H4 with the anti-flicker pulse width modulator (that square block in the middle of the adapter). You already have that.

In fact, I would do one thing even before you buy new headlights - swap them from side to side. If the one on the left side is out and the one on the right on, you know it's not the headlights. It may be the PWM has gone bad. They are available separately. You did not indicate if it is the low beam only out or both high and low. If it looks like it's the adapter, swap them from side to side and see if the issue moves. If it does not, and you have swapped the headlights first, it's not the headlights.

Quadratec Anti Flicker Pulse Width Modulator for 07-18 Jeep Wrangler JK

Quadratec is now offering a Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Adapter Harness that eliminates headlight flicker in 2007- present Jeep® Wrangler JK models. This H13 to H4 adapter stores power during "on" time which allows the lamp to utilize constant on energy thus eliminating the flicker.

www.quadratec.com

While they are shown to be out of stock until Oct 12. If you kept your original headlights, simply pop them back in until you get the new parts. It's hard to beat a $50 fix for the headlights.

If you have to, and don't have the original headlights anymore, you can drop a pair of standard H4 Phillips/Sylvania or other headlights in on a temporary basis with a set of KC-Hilites H4 to H13 adapters. The total would be about $40.

BTW the Quadratec GenIIs came with a 3 year warranty.

If my '17 Chief had not come with the Mopar factory LED headlights, it

He hit a pheasant

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Is anyone doing halogen upgrades anymore? Id rather spend $150 on a good halogen kit than $150 on a garbage LED kit

 

They are still available. I went from the stock 13 year old sealed beams (were still the originals) to the Hella Vision Plus from Amazon along with the Hella Vision Plus H4 conversion headlights. The stock Hella bulbs weren't as good as I liked, so I installed the Osram Night Breaker bulbs which were a brighter white. I made a mistake and bought a set of cheap H13 to H4 pigtails and one pin in the H13 socket kept pushing out rather than connecting. I then bought a good set of KC-HiLite pigtails. Here are the links:

Amazon.com: HELLA 002395801 Vision Plus 165mm 12V High/Low Beam Halogen Conversion Headlamp Kit (H4 ECE), Multi : Automotive

Buy HELLA 002395801 Vision Plus 165mm 12V High/Low Beam Halogen Conversion Headlamp Kit (H4 ECE), Multi: Headlight Bulbs - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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Amazon.com: OSRAM Night Breaker Unlimited H4 (Twin Pack) : Automotive

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Amazon.com: KC HiLiTES 6307 H13 to H4 Headlight Conversion Cable - Pair : Automotive

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All three pieces list on Amazon for about $148. The H13 to H4 adapters are now more expensive than 5 years ago, but the Hellas and bulbs are a little less.

They were better than the factory lights, but when I bought my '17 Chief which came with factory LEDs, I could really see the difference. So, I put the GenIIs in the TJ. I also a typical issue with headlights that have bulbs. If the seal on the back is not rear good you and get moisture inside the housing with high humidity. When I put the GenIIs in the TJ, I tossed the Hellas.

The GenIIs are a relative bargain for a good LED headlight for $330 list for the JK and $300 list for the TJ (no PWM adapter pigtail). I would not go back to incandescent headlights. In fact, I have just about replaced all the bulbs in my light fixtures in my home with 6000K 1500 Lumen light bulbs. Makes a big difference in lighting.

 

srjeepin - just order the GenIIs for the CJ/TJ. They are in stock since they don't need the pulse width modulator. They are under $300 for the pair. Leave the second in the box as a spare.

 

I worked with Daniel Stern Lighting to upgrade to new koito glass head lamps and tungsram h4 bulbs. I also added a harness to feed directly off the battery. I’m very happy with the results.

 

The light output wasn't really all that much better than stock on a TJ compared to the LEDs. I actually had ecode headlights on my 1966 TR-4 (in 1966), except they were Lucas housings with the Osram bulbs. But in those days that was as good as you could get. When I got my '17 with factory LEDs, they really showed the improvement of LEDs over any halogen headlight. I was happy with the Hellas in my TJ until I drove my JKU at night with the factory LEDs. Within a few months I had the LEDs in the TJ as well.

 

Pro-Comp for sure. Be sure to keep your old lights just in case. I had to pop them back in to pass inspection. Other than that LOVE THEM!

 

My goodness you people like to spend a lot of money on lights. I bought these led from Wish 2 years ago for $67 for my yj. Usually I don't do night driving, but get caught coming home in the dark from a friend's house. Low beam is better than high beam lighting both lanes and the shoulders of the road down to the ditch line.

 

I wouldn't run a light without DOT approval. Way too much risk.

Five years ago the best DOT approved lights were the JW Speaker lights based on the YouTube video shootout done by Headlight Revolution. The KC Hilites Gravity Pros weren't available five years ago but look very interesting. I have enjoyed KC products for decades.

 

Just for clarity, you have never run a DOT approved headlight. DOT certified lights are manufactured to DOT specs. The DOT does not approve products. Seems nit picky, but it's not really.

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I don't think DOT certifies them either. DOT sets up the specs and the manufacturer is supposed to ensure that they adhere to the spec if they put DOT on the lens. But, we all know that all of the overseas produced headlights with DOT on them comply right?

The stock H13 headlights comply, we know the euro spec headlights do not and neither do most of the LEDs. So therefore the stock H13 headlights on our Jeeps must therefore be the best - right?

 

All of the American engineered headlights comply, Trucklite, JW Speaker and VisionX to name some. It is one reason I posted the video. You buy a knockoff from Amazon and it is a hit or a miss. And when it is a miss it really sucks for the other drivers.

 

 

The Euro specs have more of a cut off than the U.S. and then a kickup to the right to illuminate the shoulder. Also factory TJ headlights were sealed beam, not bulb type headlights.