Headlights update

[TJim]

Hello!

I would like to do an upgrade to my headlights, but I do not really want to spend too much money for a led sealed beam.

If I buy a more expensive halogen bulb, or put a led bulb in my stock housing, is it worth it? Will there be a noticeable difference or not really?

 

[bobthetj03]

Your factory headlights are sealed beams and the bulbs cannot be replaced. You will need to buy new housings that use H4 bulbs. Hella E-code housings work well with the addition of Phillips Extreme Vision +100 H4 bulbs. Huge improvement!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NMEEOV2/?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[Mr. Bills]

I would like to do an upgrade to my headlights, but I do not really want to spend too much money . . . .

If I buy a more expensive halogen bulb, or put a led bulb in my stock housing, is it worth it. . . ?

Here are three previous threads on the subject which should answer all of your questions:

https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/led-vs-halogen-headlight.8826/
https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/replacement-halogen-bulb-suggestions.28511/
https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/jeep-wrangler-tj-led-headlight-upgrade-options.538/

 

[TJim]

Maybe I dont have stock housing, because I have checked and I can replace my halogen bulbs.
I have the HELLA E4 Housing.

 

[TJim]

Here are three previous threads on the subject which should answer all of your questions:

https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/led-vs-halogen-headlight.8826/
https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/replacement-halogen-bulb-suggestions.28511/
https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/jeep-wrangler-tj-led-headlight-upgrade-options.538/

Thanks!

 

[Mr. Bills]

You already have upgraded lenses.

I use Philips X-treme Vision +130% H4 60/55w halogen bulbs in E-Code housings with good results.

http://https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NMEEOV2/?tag=wranglerorg-20https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NMEEOV2/?tag=wranglerorg-20

 

[TJim]

You already have upgraded lenses.

I use Philips X-treme Vision +130% H4 halogen bulbs in E-Code housings with good results.

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I will give philips a try, because the ones I have now (osram h4 original line) is too weak.

To use a led bulb in a housing like that is it legal or no?

 

[Mr. Bills]

I don't know whether an LED bulb in an H4 housing would be legal where you are, nor do I know if there is even such a thing as an LED bulb compatible with an H4 housing.

I am not a fan of LED headlights in any event. I prefer the color temperature of the H4 bulbs I am using.

 

[bobthetj03]

Make sure your headlight wiring pigtails are clean and making good contact with the bulb terminals, and clean grounds.

 

[Moab]

ALot of us are running Trucklite Knockoffs. They are LED headlights for around $65 a set. And they work very well.

Here's a 20 page thread on them. If all you want is a cheap set of headlights in LED. That are good quality. This is the ticket.

https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/replaced-headlights-with-truck-lite-knockoffs.6239/

 

[Fouledplugs]

ALot of us are running Trucklite Knockoffs. They are LED headlights for around $65 a set. And they work very well.

Here's a 20 page thread on them. If all you want is a cheap set of headlights in LED. That are good quality. This is the ticket.

https://wranglertjforum.com/threads/replaced-headlights-with-truck-lite-knockoffs.6239/

Be aware some folks have had them shut off while driving. You get what you pay for. Also, it’s best not to buy and support a product that knocks off a reputable manufacture.

 

[Moab]

Be aware some folks have had them shut off while driving. You get what you pay for. Also, it’s best not to buy and support a product that knocks off a reputable manufacture.

That's the first I've heard that. Got any links to reports?

 

[Fouledplugs]

That's the first I've heard that. Got any links to reports?

It was on this forum. I‘ll see if I can find the post.