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'70_402 01-08-2020 10:47 PM

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I've seen these "cheap-ish" LED 7" headlights on amazon for a while now... I though i'd give them a shot... First off let me say they are WELL BUILT... very heavy duty and they have a good feel to them... great light output and don't look too bad if you ask me... i am very impressed so far!

Andy4639 01-08-2020 11:06 PM

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Need some night pictures to see how they look sir! The do look nice though.:chevy:

Astro-Balls 01-08-2020 11:34 PM

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plastic lenses?

chev-obsession 01-09-2020 02:08 AM

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I was wondering about these as well. I would like to see how they look at night

maverickmk 01-09-2020 09:49 AM

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Is that a 120 volt plug at the end of the wires?

Andy4639 01-09-2020 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by maverickmk (Post 8656953)
Is that a 120 volt plug at the end of the wires?

I sure hope not! It looks to just be a normal 3 way plug in to me but hard to say.:chevy:

michael bustamante 01-09-2020 11:46 AM

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did you notice availability on the GMC headlights?

diesel burner 01-09-2020 12:41 PM

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Those look a lot like the Rigid Ind. that I paid over 5 times as much for. I really like mine, but I will say, if you drive in snow or freezing wet conditions, you won't like them. The Rigid Industries model that I have are equipped with heated lens to keep snow and ice from blocking light output. Those appear to be similar in design and the light output is by far the best you can get with just two lights ! Hope these treat you well

rpmerf 01-09-2020 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by maverickmk (Post 8656953)
Is that a 120 volt plug at the end of the wires?

It does look like it, but I think it plugs into the factory headlight connector.

71gmcC15 01-09-2020 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by michael bustamante (Post 8657012)
did you notice availability on the GMC headlights?

I've done some shearching around and what I came up with is that you have to get lights for a harly Davidson. 5 3/4. Not shure how the hi low would work since. the low on the stock is dule element and single for hi. Not shure when you turn the hI beam on would the hi beam light ( single element) ( wich would now be dule ) be in the hi or low beam setting.

maverickmk 01-10-2020 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by rpmerf (Post 8657064)
It does look like it, but I think it plugs into the factory headlight connector.

I had to look it up. Yes, it is the factory 3 prong connector. You can see it in some of the other pictures.

https://www.amazon.com/Headlight-App...xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

DA71Grande 01-10-2020 02:45 PM

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I got these in today for my gmc from octane lighting as soon as the weather cooperates I’ll work on getting then in

Bocephus69 03-10-2022 05:04 PM

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Hey OP.... How are these lights working out for you?

FullOutPwr 03-11-2022 09:14 AM

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For those wondering the same lights from the same vendor are available in 5 3/4” for us GMC guys. A 4 pack cost me $160. I will have mine today and will see about install this weekend. They are an H4 plug.

70cst 03-11-2022 12:03 PM

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Pics update please... I would like to see what they look like. Thanks

Thealien 03-11-2022 12:40 PM

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I am also interested in how they look at night. And how the cut off at the top looks.

Southcity 03-11-2022 01:19 PM

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Link below to a review I did on 5 3/4 LED"s with pics way back in 2018. May be helpful for the quad headlight/GMC folks. The only thing I will add is though the headlight relay harness is a great idea, it's not required if you are going to an all LED headlight setup.


https://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vbo...d.php?t=755421

kev2809 03-13-2022 09:07 AM

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I wanted to see a real life pic of them on....but here's from the Amazon listing. they are still on there..looks like the same brand too

7 inch LED Headlight Round 2PCS E-MARK Approved 6000K Hi/lo Beam lamp, UNI-SHINE,J004-2pcs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0796QHYSR...ing=UTF8&psc=1

HO455 03-13-2022 08:50 PM

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Are they DOT approved?

EagleChief 03-14-2022 01:41 PM

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Funny enough... I had these in my Amazon wish list since 2020.

kev2809 03-14-2022 08:19 PM

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Are they DOT approved?

should be...I searched the Q&A and came up with this..

Ekliptix 03-14-2022 08:30 PM

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Very interesting. I see Holley has come up with their own line of these, which includes 3 different color themes depending if you like yellow, original, or a more modern white.

They want $200 per light.
https://www.holley.com/products/exte.../parts/LFRB135

Photo of their 3 colors. https://images.holley.com/round_3wide_lit.jpg

kev2809 03-14-2022 09:18 PM

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$400 a set?? Jesus they do look nice though. I like the full light pattern on those compared to the Amazon ones. ..but not $400 like lol

FullOutPwr 03-16-2022 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by HO455 (Post 9050967)
Are they DOT approved?


TECHNICALLY... to be DOT compliant and pass FMVSS title 49, part 571 (section 108) they also need to have SAE standards testing completed and be stamped with the SAE testing section. These do not have that.

Basically China made is stamping DOT on them. So are they "DOT" approved, no. As technically the DOT does not test ANY lighting coming into the US unless there is an issue brought forward after the fact that causes it. The DOT posts the requirements the manufacturers have to abide by and SAE keeps them in compliance.

michael bustamante 03-16-2022 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by FullOutPwr (Post 9049980)
For those wondering the same lights from the same vendor are available in 5 3/4” for us GMC guys. A 4 pack cost me $160. I will have mine today and will see about install this weekend. They are an H4 plug.

so how did these work out for you? pics?

FullOutPwr 03-16-2022 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by michael bustamante (Post 9052093)
so how did these work out for you? pics?

They look good , they feel in your hands like a quality aluminum base. They installed with no issues and plugged right into stock wiring harness. I am installing a headlight circuit upgrade harness though to power directly from the battery whenever it gets delivered.

Beam pattern, jury is out on that one. My truck is garaged until new axles get here whenever Amazon feels like delivering them. However turning them on in the garage with door open, I’m not super impressed with brightness. I will take some night pics tonight and post them.

New lights on passenger side of attached pic.
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FullOutPwr 03-16-2022 01:18 PM

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Thealien 03-16-2022 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Ekliptix (Post 9051408)
Very interesting. I see Holley has come up with their own line of these, which includes 3 different color themes depending if you like yellow, original, or a more modern white.

They want $200 per light.
https://www.holley.com/products/exte.../parts/LFRB135

Photo of their 3 colors. https://images.holley.com/round_3wide_lit.jpg


Funny you should mention the Holley LEDs. Not a big fan of Chinese but there is no other choice. I had been happy with my Holley Accessory drive and exhaust so when I saw the had LEDs I ordered them, so I thought. User error I am an idiot and thought it was $199 for 2 but NO it is for 1! I couldn't use just 1 so I ordered another and it is not here yet. When I get the other one, I will do a side by side with a regular headlight in one side and the Holley on the other. and post pictures. Whenever that might be.

GMC71k20 03-17-2022 08:04 AM

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Do these fit in the factory headlight bucket?

I tried improvising with some Amazon LEDs for a jeep and they are too deep for the factory buckets

FullOutPwr 03-17-2022 08:08 AM

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Originally Posted by GMC71k20 (Post 9052442)
Do these fit in the factory headlight bucket?

I tried improvising with some Amazon LEDs for a jeep and they are too deep for the factory buckets

Yes they fit in the factory buckets
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Thundarr 03-17-2022 12:41 PM

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Those look fantastic!

MikeB 03-17-2022 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by maverickmk (Post 8656953)
Is that a 120 volt plug at the end of the wires?

Those are the living room models!

layinrocker65 03-17-2022 05:23 PM

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I got the same ones as the OP for my 74. Had them for about 2 years with no complaints. Way brighter than anything I had before.

Thealien 03-18-2022 03:06 PM

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Some pictures of my one Holley retro bright light. It is the 5700 K version. Earlier in this thread I mentioned I was dumb and only bought one. Here it is. It does have DOT SAE HR LED VOL printed on the bottom of the bulb. I did order another one but as usual it is backordered.

I will try to get a comparison shot between the halogen and the Holley LED at night.

https://i.postimg.cc/L4t3vZpv/IMG-20...425220-HDR.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/J0LcMRbb/IMG-20...-142455152.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/vHGLKH8y/IMG-20...351448-HDR.jpg

Grumpy old man 03-18-2022 04:00 PM

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They look high tech, But $400.00 for 2 headlight bulbs ? Seems high Compared to how brite these original factory 55 year old T3's are that came in this running / driving 67 truck That cost $500.00 . :lol:

I have to say there's something to be said about being able to buy a replacement bulb at any local auto parts store . if they don't last 55 years :chevy:

'70_402 03-18-2022 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Bocephus69 (Post 9049806)
Hey OP.... How are these lights working out for you?

I have had no issues with these lights!! love them.

maverickmk 03-18-2022 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeB (Post 9052659)
Those are the living room models!

:clap: :lol:

kev2809 03-18-2022 09:22 PM

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nice I think I will get me a set!

do u have any pics of them on at night?

MikeB 03-19-2022 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Grumpy old man (Post 9053125)
They look high tech. But $400.00 for 2 headlight bulbs?

For those who don't want to spend a bunch of money, I've been running Hellas on my C10 for the last 20 years or so. They use standard name-brand H4 bulbs (in a variety of wattages), which I haven't had to replace yet. I've also used Hellas in a Chevy car and a Toyota truck over the years.

The main thing with Hellas is the lens and the reflector, not just sheer brightness. In fact they are probably not as bright as the headlights mentioned in this thread. But compared to at least some Chinese models that tout only brightness, the Hellas focus more light on the road and less light on trees and oncoming cars. (Especially the non-DOT Euro versions.) Cost at Summit Racing is $81/pair, maybe less if you shop around.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/hla-002395801

BTW, what is the actual (not equivalent) wattage on the Amazon and Holley lights? Anything much more than 55/60 will require an aftermarket wiring harness or relays. I'm asking because my LED dash bulbs actually draw more current than the stock #194 bulbs, which surprised me.

Thealien 03-19-2022 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeB (Post 9053535)
For those who don't want to spend a bunch of money, I've been running Hellas on my C10 for the last 20 years or so. They use standard name-brand H4 bulbs (in a variety of wattages), which I haven't had to replace yet. I've also used Hellas in a Chevy car and a Toyota truck over the years.

The main thing with Hellas is the lens and the reflector, not just sheer brightness. In fact they are probably not as bright as the headlights mentioned in this thread. But compared to at least some Chinese models that tout only brightness, the Hellas focus more light on the road and less light on trees and oncoming cars. (Especially the non-DOT Euro versions.) Cost at Summit Racing is $81/pair, maybe less if you shop around.

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/hla-002395801

BTW, what is the actual (not equivalent) wattage on the Amazon and Holley lights? Anything much more than 55/60 will require an aftermarket wiring harness or relays. I'm asking because my LED dash bulbs actually draw more current than the stock #194 bulbs, which surprised me.



This was from their description on their website for Holley


Low Draw/Extended Life - Less current draw and 6x the life of halogen sealed beams
Compliant - No-glare beam pattern meets or exceeds SAE and DOT Requirements
Serviceable - Replaceable LED cartridges for easy serviceability


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