Installed: KC HiLiTES 355 Cyclone LED (engine bay)
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I'm not sure why I didn't think of installing engine bay lights sooner. The kit was very nice, came with 2 round LED lights and all the wiring/hardware required for the install. They fit nicely on the inside lip at the top of the hood. Being at an angle they point away from your eyes, directly at the engine. As you can see in the photos, they provide excellent coverage.
$90 on Amazon: KC HiLiTES 355 Cyclone LED Universal 2-Light Under Hood Wiring Kit
$90 on Amazon: KC HiLiTES 355 Cyclone LED Universal 2-Light Under Hood Wiring Kit
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sdtimb (01-24-2022)
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Sorry...apparently LRF only notifies me about posts I don't care about.
v2 of this install involves using a hood switch to control the ground so they'll illuminate automatically when I open the hood, BUT can still use the switch to turn them off as needed. I was originally going to use the existing hood switch, but was unsure if the gauge of the connectors/wiring would be sufficient ground.
I was able to fish the wiring under the hood insulation using a glow rod. Here's how I connected the wiring:
v2 of this install involves using a hood switch to control the ground so they'll illuminate automatically when I open the hood, BUT can still use the switch to turn them off as needed. I was originally going to use the existing hood switch, but was unsure if the gauge of the connectors/wiring would be sufficient ground.
I was able to fish the wiring under the hood insulation using a glow rod. Here's how I connected the wiring:
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Yes, yes, yes...all the mods. I've considered gas struts, but was a little concerned that they'd get in the way when working on the engine from the side. I'm sure I'll add them one day.
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Sorry...apparently LRF only notifies me about posts I don't care about.
v2 of this install involves using a hood switch to control the ground so they'll illuminate automatically when I open the hood, BUT can still use the switch to turn them off as needed. I was originally going to use the existing hood switch, but was unsure if the gauge of the connectors/wiring would be sufficient ground.
I was able to fish the wiring under the hood insulation using a glow rod. Here's how I connected the wiring:
v2 of this install involves using a hood switch to control the ground so they'll illuminate automatically when I open the hood, BUT can still use the switch to turn them off as needed. I was originally going to use the existing hood switch, but was unsure if the gauge of the connectors/wiring would be sufficient ground.
I was able to fish the wiring under the hood insulation using a glow rod. Here's how I connected the wiring:
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