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Old 07-25-2017, 12:19 PM   #1
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Default LED Headlights vs LED Headlamps

Getting ready to start my 12 volt accessory system on my DS. My cart will be used mainly for hunting and I'm very concerned/cautious about the headlights that I want to install. Due to schedule and funding I'm considering purchasing a set of headlights that mount in the front cowl like factory lights. Of course for being battery friendly my lights will be LED. I like the idea of getting halogen lamp headlights and replacing the halogen lamps with an LED lamps. Can a person purchase softer (3-4k) replacement lamps and possibly different colors like green, amber, red? I do not want or need 6k white light for these headlights. I will eventually install a brush guard and a small LED light bar on the front for those times when I need a lot of light. I have inquired about the lamp style number to the manufacturer but have not heard back. If anyone has a source for LED replacement head lamps it would be greatly appreciated.
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Old 07-25-2017, 02:09 PM   #2
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Default Re: LED Headlights vs LED Headlamps

I replaced my halogens with LEDs. What I found (at least on my precedent) was the bulbs are actually fog light bulbs for cars/trucks. I got them off Amazon for like 10 bucks for the pair. They do pretty well, but the halogens are designed to work with the reflectors, the LEDs not so much it seems. Light output is a little less, but nothing I would complain to much about. I saw several different color ranges of white on Amazon, but don't remember seeing any actual colors.

These are the ones I got

XT AUTO 2x 6000K White High Power 881 886 889 894 COB LED Fog Driving Light Bulbs

They are supposed to run at 8 watts each and put out 330-380 LM.

I am happy with them so far.

I have also seen for sale on ebay, Amazon, GC sites, replacement headlight only kits. Where you get a whole new front LED headlight unit minus the taillights, wiring, etc. Saw them ranging from $70 to $120.
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Old 07-25-2017, 03:29 PM   #3
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Default Re: LED Headlights vs LED Headlamps

Mine were H-3 and a quick search on eBay will bring up a whole bunch of options for you with LED replacement bulbs.
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Old 07-26-2017, 10:41 AM   #4
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Default Re: LED Headlights vs LED Headlamps

unless you already have headlite cutouts; for a hunting cart 18 watt led light bars are great
available in flood or spot
i have 2 of these on mine for the past 4 years and less than $20

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2pcs-4INCH-1...-/191568145404



there is a 32'' color changing light bar for $89 on ebay
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Old 07-26-2017, 10:48 AM   #5
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Default Re: LED Headlights vs LED Headlamps

If you use something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Then it will work well with reflectors and the light-output will be 10x better than halogens.

If you use something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/LUYED-Lumens-...=880+led&psc=1

Then the light-output will be worse than a halogen.

I replaced the halogens in my Titan body headlamps with the LEDs in that first link, it is a night and day difference.

Also, Like what _ogre was saying, those lights he put a picture up of are super bright. However, If it were me I would stick with the Floods instead of the Spots like that picture is posted.
Here is a set of Floods for under $15.
https://www.amazon.com/Lightfox-Offr...=flood+LED+bar

-- I've never seen a green or red LED headlight bulb. I imagine you could put some type of film over the light housing itself. I've only ever seen LEDs that are trying their best to be super bright.
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Old 07-26-2017, 11:39 AM   #6
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Default Re: LED Headlights vs LED Headlamps

I appreciate all the input and reference guys. I went to a local shop and spoke to the off road specialist. He basically echoed what ya'll have suggested. I think I will go with the factory style adjustable LED headlights. If they seem to be too bright I can experiment with some lens darkening film or other means to tone them down. I'm old school when it comes to hunting and I do not want to look like a silent freight train coming through the woods. When I get the brush guard then I will add a serious OMG light. Thanks again for all your help.
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