maxamillion2345
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If you’re not gonna spend the money on a good light then just buy the cheapest 40” led bar on Amazon. Get a combo but it wont matter much. The optics on those cheap bars are so bad they’re basically floods.
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I thought this was BS, but for the record, I did some research.
Technically, it's true... high wavelength light scatters more easily (hence why the sky is blue). Practically speaking, though, the effect is almost nil for the distances, power outputs, and frequencies we are talking about.
In conclusion, @IdahoDoug is technically right, but it's negligible in practice. Even if it were a significant effect, you'd still be better off with a higher output LED spotlight than an equivalent power-consuming halogen, etc.
I thiink most of the disadvantage to cheap LEDs is in the reflector design.
I think Baja's new laser lights might give the old school lights a run for their money. Can't wait to buy the knockoffs on Amazon.
Delta VS
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REIGN IN BLOOOOOOD?
I think Baja's new laser lights might give the old school lights a run for their money. Can't wait to buy the knockoffs on Amazon.
the old school lights could be running a marathon for the cost of those new suckers though, and we are dealers for BD. Can't even afford a set for "testing purposes".
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I am using the OZ S4D 40 inch Single Row on my bowfin. The top of it is about 1/2" above the first rail. Really haven't aimed it, I think it needs to be pointed up a tad. But it looks built right into the front fairing of the bowfin.
Here it is at dusk returning from the end of Hatteras in October.
Here it is at dusk returning from the end of Hatteras in October.
Delta VS
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oh for sure. just gotta have that new stuff though, right??
I think Baja's new laser lights might give the old school lights a run for their money. Can't wait to buy the knockoffs on Amazon.
For that price, does it say "FIRE THE LASER!" every time you turn them on?
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so any thoughts on the original question?
Delta VS
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sorry on that one, but no experience with the brand. you should report back with results!
i run the 50” Dual BAJAdesigns up top and LP9 on the bumper and a squadron facing the back.. best light imho, I also bought the lasers but never installed it due to myself not needing anymore light.
this thing is like a drug, an expensive drug.. so addicting that all my cars and even the tractor mower got some!! Lol
this thing is like a drug, an expensive drug.. so addicting that all my cars and even the tractor mower got some!! Lol
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I get either Heise LED setups, or Vision X - both only via open box / demo price ones.
Best Buy outlet always sells Heise cheap, Vision X I call & see what’s sitting around.
I just can’t see going over $200 all-in on a bar or pair of lights unless you’re on a S&R team.
-or using your lights to guide in narco planes-
———Biggest thing is to never clip the connector off the light or buy used(stolen) -LED’s where the connector is clipped.
Those lights will fog up easily within 18mo-2yrs, no matter the brand.
Best Buy outlet always sells Heise cheap, Vision X I call & see what’s sitting around.
I just can’t see going over $200 all-in on a bar or pair of lights unless you’re on a S&R team.
-or using your lights to guide in narco planes-
———Biggest thing is to never clip the connector off the light or buy used(stolen) -LED’s where the connector is clipped.
Those lights will fog up easily within 18mo-2yrs, no matter the brand.
I have some Rigid lights and some cheap Chinese knock offs. While the Rigids are superior in build quality and light output, I don't use them enough and in serious enough circumstances to justify the additional cost.
LINUS
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I’d ridden in a 80 with satin black vinyl center on hood, when wet from rain/whatever - it may as well be gloss paint.
Not a big fan of roof mounted lightbars either, at least the cheaper ones I’ve ridden in.
I’d like one on a tower in my boat, but not until all the forward decking is bed-liner black - too much back glare.
Even then, I prob will just mount 2) ~8” ones out on the corners.
I hadn't thought about that! Thanks for that tidbit. I will continue to make sure I locate my lighting properly to avoid hood wash.
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