clearance lamp colors

[matemike]

I want to change the color of the clearance lamps and also the left and right side marker lights on the exterior mirrors from amber to white. I've found a set of 5 clearance lamps whole assemblies for as much a $215. But is there a way to change the bulb to get a white color light but leave my oem NE housing? I'm coming across sites that say those lights are not serviceable by owner.

Same wants, but seeing same issue with the left right side markers, Not serviceable by owner.

 

[el_barto]

They are LEDs not bulbs. You would have to find whole aftermarket led market lights with different colored LEDs.

 

[Rockcrawlindude]

They’re supposed to be amber. They look dumb white.

 

[el_barto]

They’re supposed to be amber. They look dumb white.

Besides, Amber DRLs…so hot right now.

 

[Snaps3500]

They are yellow for a reason. The colors are regulated by federal law on vehicle equipment requirements. If you change the color you take the chance of being stopped and cited. Especially if you are towing with the truck and stopped by DOT inspectors and or law enforcement. Does not seem to be worth the hassle to me, good luck


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[GetLostRob]

i'm looking at switching out the bulbs myself. I saw replacement bulbs on morimoto for the clearance lamps so im a little surprised that you can't change the LED bulbs out. seems weird that it would be an entire assembly.

also do want you want its your vehicle! never understood why people want to give there opinion on what you want to do to your truck, with no other input. goodluck figuring out a way to swap them. If i stumble across a good option i'll post for you!

 

[Rockcrawlindude]

i'm looking at switching out the bulbs myself. I saw replacement bulbs on morimoto for the clearance lamps so im a little surprised that you can't change the LED bulbs out. seems weird that it would be an entire assembly.

also do want you want its your vehicle! never understood why people want to give there opinion on what you want to do to your truck, with no other input. goodluck figuring out a way to swap them. If i stumble across a good option i'll post for you!

Because. Friends don’t let friends do ugly truck mods.

 

[H3LZSN1P3R]

i'm looking at switching out the bulbs myself. I saw replacement bulbs on morimoto for the clearance lamps so im a little surprised that you can't change the LED bulbs out. seems weird that it would be an entire assembly.

also do want you want its your vehicle! never understood why people want to give there opinion on what you want to do to your truck, with no other input. goodluck figuring out a way to swap them. If i stumble across a good option i'll post for you!

They are not bulbs the are soldered led chips

 

[GetLostRob]

Because. Friends don’t let friends do ugly truck mods.

ha! i'd be ok with an opinion if it was like. "personally i'm not a fan, but if you want to do it you can get the part here."

 

[H3LZSN1P3R]

Because. Friends don’t let friends do ugly truck mods.

Agreed! I knew a guy who did purple ones on his chevy same with the mirrors we all told him not to then to make it better a month later he got a big ticket for them as here purple is reserved for funeral processions only

 

[el_barto]

i'm looking at switching out the bulbs myself. I saw replacement bulbs on morimoto for the clearance lamps so im a little surprised that you can't change the LED bulbs out. seems weird that it would be an entire assembly.

It’s. Not. An. LED. Bulb.
LED “bulbs” only exist as halogen/incandescent bulb retrofits in the aftermarket. If the engineer designs it to use an LED they just design the LED to be soldered on the board…it’s much simpler, less parts, more compact.

 

[mcspeed]

Just because the LED chip is soldered to the PCB, doesn’t mean one can’t change it.

Open one up to see what it looks like. May be as simple as melting two solder points, removing the LED and replacing with a new one.

It could be quite simple ( or not). LOL.


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[GetLostRob]

It’s. Not. An. LED. Bulb.
LED “bulbs” only exist as halogen/incandescent bulb retrofits in the aftermarket. If the engineer designs it to use an LED they just design the LED to be soldered on the board…it’s much simpler, less parts, more compact.

Thanks for your extreme punctuation. Since your point was already made, seems like wasted effort to make a point that was already made.

 

[Spark Plug]

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Recon makes some quality stuff. Buddy of mine has this set on his and they look great. I have a set on order for mine now.


FYI- Also check these out- Switch back LED for the mirror lights. So all your running lights are a clean white. then mirror lights flash amber. Come in smoked so it matches with the NE style.

2009-2024 Dodge Ram LED Switchback Tow Mirror Marker Lights

Switchback tow mirror lights for Ram trucks. White running light, amber turn signal. Compatible with Fourth and Fifth Gen Dodge Rams.

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[Brutal_HO]

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gorecon.com

Recon makes some quality stuff. Buddy of mine has this set on his and they look great. I have a set on order for mine now.


FYI- Also check these out- Switch back LED for the mirror lights. So all your running lights are a clean white. then mirror lights flash amber. Come in smoked so it matches with the NE style.

2009-2024 Dodge Ram LED Switchback Tow Mirror Marker Lights

Switchback tow mirror lights for Ram trucks. White running light, amber turn signal. Compatible with Fourth and Fifth Gen Dodge Rams.

boostautoparts.com

Recon is pure garbage.

They will stop working before the warranty is up. Or 1 day after.

I wouldn't waste my money (again). But hey, it's your truck, you do what you want.

Clearance lights

I had a set of Recon tails. 2 diodes went out within 6 months. Recon offered to sell me a new taillight so I didnt have to buy both...90 day warranty:mad: I strongly dislike them - but it appears this is the best solution for a guy wanting to add cab lights to a 19+

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[Spark Plug]

Recon is pure garbage.

They will stop working before the warranty is up. Or 1 day after.

I wouldn't waste my money (again). But hey, it's your truck, you do what you want.

Clearance lights

I had a set of Recon tails. 2 diodes went out within 6 months. Recon offered to sell me a new taillight so I didnt have to buy both...90 day warranty:mad: I strongly dislike them - but it appears this is the best solution for a guy wanting to add cab lights to a 19+

hdrams.com

Went back and read the thread. interesting. thanks for the heads up. I didnt find many options, and knew recon been around a while. I was hoping to get something quality and not some random from amazon.

 

[Rockcrawlindude]

Recon makes some quality stuff.

Said no one. ever.

 

[H3LZSN1P3R]

Recon should also call them selfs leakon because thats all they seem to do

 

[Herrred]

They are yellow for a reason. The colors are regulated by federal law on vehicle equipment requirements. If you change the color you take the chance of being stopped and cited. Especially if you are towing with the truck and stopped by DOT inspectors and or law enforcement. Does not seem to be worth the hassle to me, good luck


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SHHHH...the HD Police are here.

OP didn't ask for legal advice. OP asked for a path forward. It stuns me how much federal law is quoted in this forum by those whom disagree with a person's choice.

Go on matemike, buy those mods and make your rig look as you wish. Just keep your OEM handy in the truck a revert them back when they go dark. I found these:

Dodge Ram Tow Mirror Switchback Marker Light (New Style)

These are for the 4th and 5th Gen style Ram tow mirrors. They should fit other year models as long as its the 4th and 5th Gen style mirrors. They are pretty simple to install: Pop your old light out Install the new one and hook up 3 wires Black ground White 12v drl Yellow 12v blinker You...

www.midsouthled.net

 

[Snaps3500]

SHHHH...the HD Police are here.

OP didn't ask for legal advice. OP asked for a path forward. It stuns me how much federal law is quoted in this forum by those whom disagree with a person's choice.

Go on matemike, buy those mods and make your rig look as you wish. Just keep your OEM handy in the truck a revert them back when they go dark. I found these:

Dodge Ram Tow Mirror Switchback Marker Light (New Style)

These are for the 4th and 5th Gen style Ram tow mirrors. They should fit other year models as long as its the 4th and 5th Gen style mirrors. They are pretty simple to install: Pop your old light out Install the new one and hook up 3 wires Black ground White 12v drl Yellow 12v blinker You...

www.midsouthled.net

I could give a Rats butt what you do with your truck. It’s yours and yours alone. I just happen to be a victim of the so called Trucker police and had to pay a fine for my fun. Just trying to pass the word to save someone else from the hassle. Do what you want , I surely don’t care. Maybe some day some people on this forum might be a little open minded and actually learn something from somebody else’s experience and not be so judgmental.


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