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  1. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:09 AM
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    For the 2016 flush I forgot to mention, they can only run a single row LED. These are the same price as the 3D but are spot only. The stealth can run any of the LEDs.
     
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  2. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:11 AM
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    This applies to 3rd gen only right?

    Edit just saw your response.
     
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  3. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:13 AM
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    Correct. The 2012-2015 can fit a dual row on the Flush mounts, though it is a very tight fit. Some people choose to run a single row as they are easier to install. The dual rows can be installed, but you do have to do a little extra trimming and use your patients!
     
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  4. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:13 AM
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    @MojaveMadman any feedback on this for 2nd gen?
     
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  5. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:15 AM
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    So what about stealth mount? Thanks

    Edit. Damn sorry just reread your post about stealth mount.
     
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  6. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:17 AM
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  7. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:23 AM
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  8. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:24 AM
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    @Nickel is running a 3D. He was one of my original testers for the 12-15 grill!! To clean the LEDs I just use the pressure washer at the DIY carwash and it always works great. Everyone has their own level of OCD when it comes to cleaning so keep in mind getting a rag on the stealth mounted LED will be difficult.

    As for style of LED it is entirely based on your driving. If you are driving fast in the desert, or going down long dark back roads having a spot oriented LED is best. So for those I suggest the 4D LED. If you are going to be doing more technical night driving, need more direct light around the truck, or want a good jack of all trades LED then I recommend the 3D. Simply put 3D = close and medium light, 4D = long distance. Some people have reported, however, that the 4D's put off so much lights because of the optical lens that they get good flood lighting too. I have 3D's on my truck so don't have the real hands on experience with a 4D as much yet.

    And as for mount style, there are three basicas to consider. First is theft. The Stealth is a great preventor as many don't notice and it's harder to access. Second is what level of modification yo uare willing to do. IF you don't want to permamnatly modify your grill (cut out the fins) then Stealth is 100% reversible and doesn't modify the grill at all. Last is your LED choice. If you went 4D then you can really use either mount as the grill fins have almost no impact on light output as the LED is shining long distance and you get all the benifit of the LED. If you are going 3D then there is a small compromise with a Stealth mount. It will block the very last amounts of flood lighting because it is set back slightly. I would say you still get about 95% of you flood lighting except for the extreemes. The LED has approx 7" of flood lenses on each side so they still cover just about everywhere.

    Ultimately no matter what combination you choose will be a large improvement for overall lighting. The LED and mount style choices will have a difference, but I would say it's only about 20% of the total package. IF you have any specific questions at all please let me know!
     
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  9. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:26 AM
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    Let me know what year, style mount and LED you want and I will get you on the list. We already hit 20 people so I will be releasing the dicount code today so people can start paying. As a reminder all mounts will ship after the GB closes.
     
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  10. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:30 AM
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    Yes they do.... I have the tow package with Transmission cooler and easily installed the brackets and the LED bar. All you have to do is loosen and remove the bolts on the transmission cooler and slide it back a bit while you are inserting the light in to position. Literally just two bolts...
     
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    Great note!!! Thank you
     
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    Thank you for this information! You put me on your GB list, as it stands now will probably go with the stealth mount and still deciding between 3D versus 4D.
     
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  17. Jun 2, 2016 at 9:56 AM
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    What year, mount style and LED kind sir?
     
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    @MojaveMadman by the way, thank you for putting this GB/offering together. Your mounts look awesome!
     
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    Thank you kindly!!! I am amazed at the response so quickly. Very happy to be part of the TW family.
     
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