Wisconsin Tacomas and bad financial advice

I thought Diode Dynamics were the best fogs.

I have no doubt that Rigid would be good, though, based on the other Rigid products I have.

I've been pretty satisfied with the headlights by running higher output bulbs. The ditch lights have a special purpose, where they basically make it feel like broad daylight for ~50' around the front and sides of the 4Runner, which is very nice for navigating through tight areas at night. My bumper light bar is more like high beams on steroids. It doesn't get used all the time, but it's sure nice to have.

Chase lights are definitely a worthy accessory! It's almost certainly my next lighting purchase

 

The chase light I have is a Diode Dynamics SS3 sport pod. It's the flush mount in yellow with a flood lens.
https://www.diodedynamics.com/stage-series-3-sae-yellow-sport-flush-mount-led-pod-one.html




I have it mounted in the "blank" space to the right of the license plate. Truthfully it's a tight fit and was pain to install with the metal structure behind the plastic.
I recommend getting the SS1 flush mount sport instead as it would be easier to install and brightness isn't an issue.
https://www.diodedynamics.com/stage-series-c1-yellow-sport-flush-mount-led-pod-one.html


Ideally you want bright enough to cut through the dust but not blinding the driver behind. Higher mounting would be better but this works no matter how the bed is configured. I run a tonneau cover in the winter months and my ladder rack in the summer. If I had a bed rack or cap that was on all year round I would get a regular pod light and mount it up high.

Another mounting option would be the Calirased antenna/flag mount.
https://caliraisedled.com/products/2016-2021-bed-accessory-mount


I have it wired to a button on my Auxbeam panel but a simple accessory switch and relay would do.

$170 Auxbeam 8 Gang Switch Panel BA80 Automatic Dimmable LED Touch Control Panel Box Electronic Relay System Car Touch Switch Box Universal for Truck ATV UTV Boat Marine SUV Caravan -Blue, 2 Years Warranty

https://www.amazon.com/Auxbeam-Cont...2-63e904010ad0&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY

 

When you said D (Diode) and SS (Stage Series) I assumed you were talking about Diode Dynamics Stage Series lights.....

On the high and very expensive end of things, rigid are absolute king. But in mid and low range, that is where diode excels. And frankly they're low and mid-range stuff is damn near is good as most people's high range stuff. So...

 

No, I was referring to the Rigid Dually - SS ditch lights I bought on @Shellshock 's recommendation. As you mentioned, not cheap, but excellent quality!

But, as far as I know, Diode Dynamics is the king for SAE fog lights. I don't know of any other brand that is better.

 

I’ve been around them enough to know what I’m missing but the use case just isn’t there for me. I live pretty rurally but not so rural that I don't see other cars and I'm not flipping multiple switches off for lights or being that asshole when I forget. Wheeling at night is always with a few other trucks in a conga line moving at rock crawler pace so you can't use them then either. No spotter likes to be night blinded by harsh LED lights. I find us often wheeling headlights off and rock lights only at night to try and keep a shred of night vision.

The use case that does make sense is the go fast scene or some of the desert trails at night when its super easy to get lost. They definitely have their place for that.

 

I’ve got mine tied to the high beams so i don’t have to flip any extra switches. Otherwise I’d probably use them a lot less.

 

Mine is off a switch pro

you could also do it with a fuse tap and relay if you only have one thing.

 

@daveeasa might already make a pnp one.. if not, he could probably make you one if you ask nicely.

 

You had to go ahead and post links, eh?

I just ordered the Auxbeam panel I had sitting in my Amazon wish list for a while. Basically the same as the one you linked to I think, but 6 switches instead of 8.



I'll be ordering that SS1 flush mount soon but didn't pull the trigger yet. I'm considering other lighting, but I'm thinking I should wait until I decide on a front bumper. That will be a while. I'm not maxing out my credit cards like @OldSchlPunk just yet...

 

just call them and ask nicely if they'll raise your credit limit. problem solved!

 

Finally got some time available to work on the truck. Just converted my new Dobinsons 112R leafs to 111R. Plan is to install this weekend along with new coils. I drove up to @OldSchlPunk house last weekend to get his spring compressor.

Thanks to the gang for reminding me about a chase light.
The never ends.

I think the OP gets a kickback from the credit card companies.

 

I would love to see some head-to-head photos if you can provide them. We are always up for a little friendly competition with our competitors to continue to develop our products.
Best,
Brandon

 

If you're not trading it in as you say, why not cut wires?


Unless you are trading it in.


Or you're making us think you're trading it in so one day you can show up all modded out.


Larryception. I like it.

 

Hey, hey, hey now! I resemble that remark! Well, nothing is maxed, but it is way past my comfort level, especially with retirement coming up.

 

This…I have used @daveeasa PNP harnesses for all of my lights. They are made really well and are much better than fuse taps. (Although I’ve also used these without issue). The harnesses are much more clean and work in conjunction with your factory wiring without the need to splice or tap.

 

Fact. I use fuse taps for most things.

otherwise I use these
Lockitt POSI-TAP 6 pack wire connectors 20-22 awg

$12 Lockitt POSI-TAP 6 pack wire connectors 20-22 awg

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001MPW54G

Used those to add an extra 12v socket in the cab.