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Fog/driving lights - recommendations?, Confused by choice ... |
jjbunn |
Jul 18 2009, 09:56 PM
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Julian Group: Members Posts: 121 Joined: 20-May 09 From: Pasadena, CA Member No.: 10,383 Region Association: Southern California |
I'd like to attach some fog (or driving) lights to my 914, but am unsure what size will fit. Are 4" fogs correct ? Is the threaded mounting hole in the front a standard size for a bracket? Do I really need fogs specific to the 914? I'd welcome some tips, especially on which brands people have fitted and are happy with.
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GeorgeRud |
Jul 18 2009, 10:27 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,725 Joined: 27-July 05 From: Chicagoland Member No.: 4,482 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
The original ones should be available as used units, but they are not very good as fog lights. Many people have installed the Pilot lights that are sold widely. Camp914 also has a premade bracket available to mount them using the stock mounting location and bolt. If you want a bolt-on solution, I'd contact him for the kit. It's the closest in size that I've seen to the stock lights, and is actually much more effective than the factory units.
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RJMII |
Jul 19 2009, 12:16 AM
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Jim McIntosh Group: Members Posts: 3,125 Joined: 11-September 07 From: Sandy, Utah Member No.: 8,112 Region Association: None |
George, do you have a link on the Pilot lights you were recommending? I'm contemplating posting my originals for sale and replacing them with something a little more modern.
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montoya 73 2.0 |
Jul 19 2009, 01:53 AM
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Lack of consideration to others, and Selfish! Group: Members Posts: 1,791 Joined: 27-October 04 From: Paso Robles, Ca. Member No.: 3,016 Region Association: Central California |
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BarberDave |
Jul 19 2009, 07:49 AM
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Barberdave Group: Members Posts: 1,605 Joined: 12-January 03 From: Wauseon Ohio Member No.: 135 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
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I tossed the stock "fog " driveing lights 2 yrs. ago for the Pilot's . I really like the lights , brighter ,and seemto be a couple of steps up for the stock ones. My only complaint is the mounting bracket I fabed up can't adjust them right. I will place a order with Camp 914 tommrow A.M. ,I was not aware the someone made a bracket for the Pilot's. Thanks for the info . Dave (IMG:style_emoticons/default/slap.gif) |
ericread |
Jul 19 2009, 09:40 AM
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The Viper Blue 914 Group: Members Posts: 2,177 Joined: 7-December 07 From: Irvine, CA (The OC) Member No.: 8,432 Region Association: Southern California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif) I tossed the stock "fog " driveing lights 2 yrs. ago for the Pilot's . I really like the lights , brighter ,and seemto be a couple of steps up for the stock ones. My only complaint is the mounting bracket I fabed up can't adjust them right. I will place a order with Camp 914 tommrow A.M. ,I was not aware the someone made a bracket for the Pilot's. Thanks for the info . Dave (IMG:style_emoticons/default/slap.gif) Good move. The Camp914 Pilot Lights are really high quality. I installed them about a year ago and have never been happier with my front night-time illumination. Eric Read |
gerziebaker |
Jul 19 2009, 11:04 PM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 17 Joined: 28-April 05 From: Macon, GA Member No.: 3,999 |
What model # Pilot lights. Are they fog or driving lights?
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montoya 73 2.0 |
Jul 20 2009, 12:19 AM
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Lack of consideration to others, and Selfish! Group: Members Posts: 1,791 Joined: 27-October 04 From: Paso Robles, Ca. Member No.: 3,016 Region Association: Central California |
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Mark Henry |
Jul 20 2009, 05:50 AM
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that's what I do! Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada |
Demick was the first to do a proper "how to" complete with bracket plans (PDF), part numbers and wiring instructions.
http://members.rennlist.com/demick/lights.html In Canada you can get pilot lights from any Redstone dealer (ie Canadian tire, many FLAPs, Go shops,etc) special order, mine cost $75can w/tax. Camp914 has a nice SS bracket, but it's not hard to make if you have fab skills. |
xperu |
Jul 20 2009, 06:01 AM
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TEXAS Group: Members Posts: 597 Joined: 13-June 06 From: League City Texas Member No.: 6,213 Region Association: None |
I'd like to attach some fog (or driving) lights to my 914, but am unsure what size will fit. Are 4" fogs correct ? Is the threaded mounting hole in the front a standard size for a bracket? Do I really need fogs specific to the 914? I'd welcome some tips, especially on which brands people have fitted and are happy with. Thanks! I used a set form Camp914, You can find the Piolt lights at different vendors/auto parts stores, but the bracket from Camp914 are made special for the correct fit, I'm very happy with mine. Mike (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smoke.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smoke.gif) |
underthetire |
Jul 20 2009, 10:32 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 5,062 Joined: 7-October 08 From: Brentwood Member No.: 9,623 Region Association: Northern California |
I'm all about supporting the 914 guys, but over twice the price is a little much.
Just got a set on Amazon for 30 bucks with free shipping. |
Cupomeat |
Jul 20 2009, 10:45 AM
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missing my NY 914 in VA Group: Members Posts: 1,336 Joined: 26-November 07 From: Oakton VA Member No.: 8,376 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
How about the 75-76 fog/driving lights?
My car did not come with the welded bracket on the bumper steel. Any suggestions? |
Chris Pincetich |
Jul 20 2009, 05:06 PM
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B-) Group: Members Posts: 2,082 Joined: 3-October 05 From: Point Reyes Station, CA Member No.: 4,907 Region Association: Northern California |
+1 on Camp 914 as THE solution
ALSO, then you'll want to surf over to JWest engineering and get his electrical upgrade so that the fog lights can be turned on independent of the headlights and serve as true driving lights. I ALWAYS have mine on since my low 914 is so easy to overlook on the road (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
jjbunn |
Jul 21 2009, 12:34 AM
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Julian Group: Members Posts: 121 Joined: 20-May 09 From: Pasadena, CA Member No.: 10,383 Region Association: Southern California |
+1 on Camp 914 as THE solution ALSO, then you'll want to surf over to JWest engineering and get his electrical upgrade so that the fog lights can be turned on independent of the headlights and serve as true driving lights. I ALWAYS have mine on since my low 914 is so easy to overlook on the road (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Thanks for all the advice ... I just placed my order with Camp 914. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/cheer.gif) |
montoya 73 2.0 |
Jul 21 2009, 06:41 PM
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Lack of consideration to others, and Selfish! Group: Members Posts: 1,791 Joined: 27-October 04 From: Paso Robles, Ca. Member No.: 3,016 Region Association: Central California |
+1 on Camp 914 as THE solution ALSO, then you'll want to surf over to JWest engineering and get his electrical upgrade so that the fog lights can be turned on independent of the headlights and serve as true driving lights. I ALWAYS have mine on since my low 914 is so easy to overlook on the road (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) I did a little Foglight Rewiring until I bought the JWest Fog Flash . Both are fairly easy to understand and do yourself. I recommend either! |
Mark Henry |
Jul 22 2009, 08:15 AM
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that's what I do! Group: Members Posts: 20,065 Joined: 27-December 02 From: Port Hope, Ontario Member No.: 26 Region Association: Canada |
+1 on Camp 914 as THE solution ALSO, then you'll want to surf over to JWest engineering and get his electrical upgrade so that the fog lights can be turned on independent of the headlights and serve as true driving lights. I ALWAYS have mine on since my low 914 is so easy to overlook on the road (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Driving lights mod is a very simple rewire, even I figured it out. The JWest kit just makes it flash from the turn signal lever (high beams). |
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