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Lower Bumper Light Bar

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by Domprerun, Nov 2, 2019.

  1. Nov 2, 2019 at 10:10 AM
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    Domprerun

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    I'm looking to install a new lightbar in the lower bumper space of my 2nd gen. I do a good amount of dirt road driving at night and could really use the extra lighting to see what's going on a little further ahead of me. I'm wondering what is going to be the best light for this application and the best "bang for the buck." I've considered the caliraised options and may end up going for that but I am curious to see what you guys have come up with for the hardware, lighting, and wiring that you're happy with. Thanks!
     
  2. Nov 2, 2019 at 6:06 PM
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    Too Stroked

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    I have the Cali Raised 32" LED (all spot pattern) bar in my lower grill and am very happy with it. Very simple and clean installation.
     
  3. Nov 4, 2019 at 7:16 AM
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    CaliRaisedLed

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    Hi there, we do have two options, either the stealth or flush options. We are also offering 15% sitewide right so it is a great time to take advantage. Please let me know if you have any questions :)
    https://caliraisedled.com/collectio...ma-32-lower-bumper-hidden-led-light-bar-combo
    https://caliraisedled.com/collectio...oma-32-lower-bumper-flush-led-light-bar-combo
     
  4. Nov 21, 2019 at 2:16 PM
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    tmr

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    I don't want to hijack this thread but I am torn between the flush and hidden light bar. Pretty much set on Cali Raised. Solid photos on Cali Raised but I was wondering if members have anymore photos they would like to share. Also wondering if there are shadows created by the hidden bar shining through the bumper. Handing out "Likes" to any one that has a photo of the LED bar in action.

    Thanks in advance.
     
  5. Nov 21, 2019 at 2:24 PM
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    Too Stroked

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  6. Nov 21, 2019 at 3:06 PM
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    Nice an clean, anything with the bar on?
     
  7. Nov 22, 2019 at 4:01 AM
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    I'll see if I can grab some pics in the next few nights. I will offer that I'm quite happy with it - running it in conjunction with the Ultimate Headlight Upgrade.
     
  8. Nov 24, 2019 at 6:50 PM
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    2.5" RR Icon & Dakar +1 in the rear, Bilstein 6112 fronts, GFC, TRD Short Shift, GFC, Methods, Baja Designs in many spots, Prinsu w/ dual function lightbar, SSO Slimline front bumper Off-grid/Redarc dual battery & a bunch more to install when I can find the time...
    110% support a Cali bar. I've got a hidden combo on my 2nd Gen and am psyched on it. A couple of my friends are likely taking advantage of the deal going on right now after I showed them. Do a-ton of night, backroads driving, and use it a-lot. It alone is brighter then high beams and possibly the most significant upgrade I've done to the truck yet, have not upgraded the headlights yet, but intend to soon.

    Poor image, grab more soon, but that's just the light bar on.
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  9. Nov 27, 2019 at 12:26 AM
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    93yotasr5

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    Have the 32” bar with the CaliFab brackets. Very happy with the fit and function of the whole get up. Also rocking their fog light bezels.

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  10. Nov 27, 2019 at 12:53 AM
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  11. Nov 27, 2019 at 12:53 AM
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    No shadows....
     
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  12. Nov 28, 2019 at 5:05 PM
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    Tacospike

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    I rock the 32” combo Cali bar also. Even with my headlights high and low and my hood scoop bar it blows them all out of the water.
    Also have a pair of Cali side shooter in my bed for rear light and very pleased with those
     
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  13. Nov 29, 2019 at 12:32 AM
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    grubburg

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    How did you mount the bed ones?
     

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