Hitchpod S1 or DD hitch pod reverse kit

Bkicks333 · Nov 18, 2022

Going to get one of these. Want to know which ones you all like better and why? I think hotshot has a plug and play kit that doesn't require removing taillights. Diode dynamics seems pretty simple as well. So which do you all prefer?

Bkicks333 · Nov 19, 2022

Bump trying to order today

Tacospike · Nov 19, 2022

I like the function that the DD has but can be stolen in seconds, no security. - correction you can have a hitch pin or not

I have the BDS1 mounted with a locking hitch pin. Not as many functions but works great for a reverse light.

Tacospike · Nov 19, 2022

whatstcp said: ↑

The DD can be used with a locking hitch pin tho
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I watched a video and it snaps in

I might have to double check

Edit: I guess you can. drill and modify like the BDS1 pod

Tacospike · Nov 19, 2022

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What I am curious about is how the light is secured to the mount itself. Like can someone come up with a flathead and pop it out? Leaving the mount on the hitch with the locking pin lol was just talking to @airmax233 about this light the other day. Kind of want one for myself
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Yeah, hard to tell from the pics. Looks like you could pop it out, not sure what inner tabs or security is inside?

Clearwater Bill · Nov 19, 2022

@memario1214 help these folks out......

memario1214 · Nov 19, 2022

Clearwater Bill said: ↑

@memario1214 help these folks out......
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I have arrived! @Bkicks333

So the installation of these kits is the same. We custom built the universal HitchPod harness that you've linked to. When DD came out with their Hitchmount pod they chose to build a harness that essentially mimics ours (imitation is the sincerest form of flattery after all)! So both options will snap right into the existing trailer connections on a new Tacoma with no trouble.

As for which one is "better" it's kind of whatever brand you're into! We love our Hitchpods, but also know that the C1R brings some new functionality that the S1 simply doesn't have. As for the security part of it, DD has released that video that is them cutting off the tabs and making a McGyver locking hitchmount. The Hitchpod, since it needs to be drilled into, lends itself well to being locked into place organically. I will tell you this as well... It's a little ways out just due to backlog of other items, but we are working on our own DD Hitchpod which will be able to leverage the same C1R light and their harness. It can be transferred over easily, and will also be secure like you'd come to expect from us. If you purchase a DD Hitchmount light now, and decide you want our pod we'll cut you a good deal on one if you've already purchased from us.

If you do decide to pick up the DD version though I encourage you to pick that up from us here at Hotshot Offroad! We've got those bad boys too.

https://hotshotoffroad.com/products/hitchmount-led-pod-reverse-kit

Tacospike · Nov 19, 2022

Thanks Colton!

Squatting Pigeon · Nov 19, 2022

My vote is for Hitchpod, because @Baja Designs and @memario1214

memario1214 · Nov 19, 2022

Tacospike said: ↑

Thanks Colton!
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Squatting Pigeon said: ↑

My vote is for Hitchpod, because @Baja Designs and @memario1214
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Bkicks333 · Nov 19, 2022

memario1214 said: ↑

I have arrived! @Bkicks333

So the installation of these kits is the same. We custom built the universal HitchPod harness that you've linked to. When DD came out with their Hitchmount pod they chose to build a harness that essentially mimics ours (imitation is the sincerest form of flattery after all)! So both options will snap right into the existing trailer connections on a new Tacoma with no trouble.

As for which one is "better" it's kind of whatever brand you're into! We love our Hitchpods, but also know that the C1R brings some new functionality that the S1 simply doesn't have. As for the security part of it, DD has released that video that is them cutting off the tabs and making a McGyver locking hitchmount. The Hitchpod, since it needs to be drilled into, lends itself well to being locked into place organically. I will tell you this as well... It's a little ways out just due to backlog of other items, but we are working on our own DD Hitchpod which will be able to leverage the same C1R light and their harness. It can be transferred over easily, and will also be secure like you'd come to expect from us. If you purchase a DD Hitchmount light now, and decide you want our pod we'll cut you a good deal on one if you've already purchased from us.

If you do decide to pick up the DD version though I encourage you to pick that up from us here at Hotshot Offroad! We've got those bad boys too.

https://hotshotoffroad.com/products/hitchmount-led-pod-reverse-kit
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Colton thanks and everyone else as well. @memario1214 let's make it happen with some baja goodness

paranoid56 · Nov 19, 2022

would go with DD as it serves two purposes. a 3rd brake and backup is kinda cool.

Bkicks333 · Nov 19, 2022

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would go with DD as it serves two purposes. a 3rd brake and backup is kinda cool.
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Thought that was cool too

Taco_diarrhea · Nov 29, 2022

DD hitchpod with the C1R is particularly useful if you have a softtopper since the 3rd brake light gets covered by the top, and you can still have another brake light that also flashes and acts as a reverse light.

PLUSSSS it is cheaper overall

caribe makaira · Nov 29, 2022

I wonder if DD will assemble a C1R for the 2nd Gen without a 7pin Tow connector and the 3rd Gen without a towing connector. (SR)
(Reverse, Stop, Tail, Stop) are easily accessed on the tail light assemblies connector.

BLtheP · Nov 29, 2022

Bkicks333[OP] said: ↑

Thought that was cool too
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Did you ever buy the S1 and Hitchpod? I just took one off my truck (work/scene light) in perfect shape, I can PM you about it if interested. It’s a great setup I just wanted to recess lights into the bumper. Definitely would 100% recommend anything Baja (or Rigid) over DD.

Taco_diarrhea · Nov 29, 2022

BLtheP said: ↑

Did you ever buy the S1 and Hitchpod? I just took one off my truck (work/scene light) in perfect shape, I can PM you about it if interested. It’s a great setup I just wanted to recess lights into the bumper. Definitely would 100% recommend anything Baja (or Rigid) over DD.
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Whats wrong with DD?

BLtheP · Nov 29, 2022

Taco_diarrhea said: ↑

Whats wrong with DD?
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Eh, too much to want to divulge here but in short I had a bunch of problems with several of their products (various bulbs, SS3 Max fogs). I wanted to like them but nothing I bought from them worked well for me beyond surface level.

Taco_diarrhea · Nov 29, 2022

BLtheP said: ↑

Eh, too much to want to divulge here but in short I had a bunch of problems with several of their products (various bulbs, SS3 Max fogs). I wanted to like them but nothing I bought from them worked well for me beyond surface level.
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Welp, I just dropped $400 on DD parts, so thats not good to hear…do they atleast backup their products?

BLtheP · Nov 29, 2022

Taco_diarrhea said: ↑

Welp, I just dropped $400 on DD parts, so thats not good to hear…do they atleast backup their products?
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Their service is good and they offer free returns so if you have any issues you can get out of it easily.

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