Want fog lights, need opinions

[xjsc16x]

I have a 2002 NBS 'hoe LT. I like the truck a lot, but the lack of fog lights isn't going to fly with me. Here in MA, I want every bit of light I can get once those nor'easters start hitting.

Is there a fog light that fits in the stock valance's holes? They're skinny in height and wide in width. Aftermarket LED would be great.

If not, where could I look to find a Z71 valance? Or are there any aftermarket options? Not looking to spend very much and finding a Z71 in a junkyard around me has proven to be impossible.

My options are wide open.

Thanks, Justin

 

[PG01]

Www.uneedapart.com

 

[mmeachem]

A guide for a mounting plate:
http://store.ijdmtoy.com/Chevy-Silverado-Suburban-Tahoe-LED-Lightbar-Install-Guide-a/814.htm

And use these instead:
Auxbeam LED Light Bar 7 Inch 36W CREE Driving Lights Flood led off road lights waterproof for Jeep Off-road SUV Truck Car ATVs Boats (2 PCS) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T8UY53Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_SyjVzbKC6PCNW

Can use this as well:
http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/threads/led-cube-fog-lights.88590/


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[Stevo1975]

I just installed mine on my 04 yukon. Here is the link

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LED-Kit-C1-...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649

seller is formula-j87 - These are great and super bright, but they lack the plug at the end of the wires, so you'll have to splice wires together. Took me roughly twenty minutes.

 

[xjsc16x]

A guide for a mounting plate:
http://store.ijdmtoy.com/Chevy-Silverado-Suburban-Tahoe-LED-Lightbar-Install-Guide-a/814.htm

And use these instead:
Auxbeam LED Light Bar 7 Inch 36W CREE Driving Lights Flood led off road lights waterproof for Jeep Off-road SUV Truck Car ATVs Boats (2 PCS) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T8UY53Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_SyjVzbKC6PCNW

Can use this as well:
http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/threads/led-cube-fog-lights.88590/


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This looks like a great option. I think 5000 lumens should light the road up plenty

Thanks! -Justin

 

[BigDaddy13440]

And use these instead:
Auxbeam LED Light Bar 7 Inch 36W CREE Driving Lights Flood led off road lights waterproof for Jeep Off-road SUV Truck Car ATVs Boats (2 PCS) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T8UY53Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_SyjVzbKC6PCNW

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Mine may not be the same brand, but I have the exact same - 7" x 36w Cree's.
All I needed to make mine fit was to fab up a piece of 1/8" x 1 1/2" x 4" steel, and drill 5/16" holes 2" apart. Bolted the steel to the holes in the top of the opening (steel toward the engine), and then bolted the lights to the steel. Mine didn't have plugs on the end, so I simply used wire nuts to attach the stripped factory wires to the lights, then wrapped them in heat-shrinkable electrical tape. No issues in almost a year.

 

[yukonoffroad27]

My fog lights were gone from my 01 Yuk so I bought a set of Platinum Burners Halogen series at Walmart, and mounted them on the flat part in the middle of the front bumper and they seem to work very well, and are also cheap. Installation is easy but you do have to drill two 7/16" holes in your bumper. They are also adjustable and hold good once tightened down. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Optronic...75035&wl11=online&wl12=16680051&wl13=&veh=sem

 

[xjsc16x]

Alright guys. I took a look at mmeachem's links and had a set of brackets made up at my work. I am a mechanical engineer at a lighting manufacturing factory so I have the advantage of having sheet metal turret and laser machines and press brakes at work.

I managed to get the guy that runs the mahine shop to run me some brackets out of 0.046" Galv. Steel after drawing up a quick print from measuring the stock plastic bracket.



The brackets came out slightly short because I didn't account for the drop of the ears on the side so I made up for that with a bunch of 5/16" washers lol.

I used these lights that mmeachem recommended:
Auxbeam LED Light Bar 7 Inch 36W CREE Driving Lights Flood led off road lights waterproof for Jeep Off-road SUV Truck Car ATVs Boats (2 PCS)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T8UY53Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_SyjVzbKC6PCNW





I'll be sure to get you guys a night shot some time soon! Going to do a 4hi mod as well.

 

[mmeachem]

Alright guys. I took a look at mmeachem's links and had a set of brackets made up at my work. I am a mechanical engineer at a lighting manufacturing factory so I have the advantage of having sheet metal turret and laser machines and press brakes at work.

I managed to get the guy that runs the mahine shop to run me some brackets out of 0.046" Galv. Steel after drawing up a quick print from measuring the stock plastic bracket.

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The brackets came out slightly short because I didn't account for the drop of the ears on the side so I made up for that with a bunch of 5/16" washers lol.

I used these lights that mmeachem recommended:
Auxbeam LED Light Bar 7 Inch 36W CREE Driving Lights Flood led off road lights waterproof for Jeep Off-road SUV Truck Car ATVs Boats (2 PCS)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T8UY53Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_SyjVzbKC6PCNW

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I'll be sure to get you guys a night shot some time soon! Going to do a 4hi mod as well.

Glad it worked out, my makeshift deck hardware mounts are still holding up for mine atm after being on for a year.


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[xjsc16x]

One thing I forgot to mention was that he ran me two sets of plates just in case, so I still have another set that someone could use if they want it.

It holds the light great and is solid, doesn't move. Like I said I did have to use a decent amount of washers as spacers for it to get to the height I wanted it at.