The Benefits of LED Reverse Pod Lights & How To Install Them!

[@baldeagle242]

www.nilight.com/?ref=rg5hbb50 Use coupon code BALDEAGLE242 for a discount on the NiLight website. 60W LED NiLight Hitch Mount Reverse Pods: Backup Lighting Upgrade

[@capitol699]

I would run them to a Hotwire and install a manual switch. That way you don't have to have your vehicle in Reverse to have the benefit of the lighting.

[@baldeagle242]

I didn’t have the wiring or switch handy when I did this and was pressed for time to get it completed. I should have mentioned in the video that I can also turn them on and off momentarily with the key FOB with the ignition off when needed. They will stay on for 20-30 seconds when the unlock FOB button is pressed.

[@dennisferrari5863]

EXCELLENT video!!! The entire install was explained perfectly.

[@baldeagle242]

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[@JustinRamey-s5f]

Just installed these tonight on my 1998 F250, the reverse wire to my 7-pin harness was a different color, but finding it online was easy. Thank you for sharing this, it was way easier wiring it up the way you showed in the video. Much appreciation!🤙

[@felipegrande3485]

I put this on my 92 obs Chevy with a manual switch and I love it worth the money and effort for when use

[@baldeagle242]

I couldn’t agree more. I will say that there are times I wish I had them on a switch but they will definitely get attention when I put my truck in reverse in a parking lot. 😁👍

[@freedommowers420]

Nice clean install. I certainly need this upgrade with as much as I hook my trailers up. Hope things are good your way brother 😎🇺🇸

[@baldeagle242]

It’s been a great addition for my needs. Everything has been great for me and the family. I hope all is well with you as well. 🦅🇺🇸

[@borumasiello429]

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[@ivanaguilar8314]

Im going to buy them and repeat every step you did cause i really like the way you set them up,thanks man this video give me a good idea of what i need on my truck

[@baldeagle242]

+@ivanaguilar8314 Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. kzbin.info/aero/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a

[@Big_Johns]

Nice kit Steve and it does make a very noticeable difference. 👍

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you John. It’s a great addition for anyone that needs to back up in the dark and works great with tinted windows.

[@Big_Johns]

Anytime bud

[@tinkeringtaylor3053]

Great update Steve, sure bright enough 👍👍

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you Taylor. It’s perfect for my needs. 😁👍

[@fstvette5233]

Thank you for your video. Very articulate and annunciated well! I’m working on this little project. Hopefully finish up in the coming days. I had to do some work to get the bracket to fit however. The welding on the hitch created extra effort. I couldn’t quite get the two bracket pieces to reach one another, but enough to get the bolts to mate with the bottom piece. Caveman ingenuity and effort was required. Now to mount the lights and complete the wiring.

[@baldeagle242]

@@fstvette5233 Thank you! There have been a few other comments about this. I did not have this issue with mine but I can see how a little weld build up could cause an issue like this.

[@fstvette5233]

@@baldeagle242You also have much more room above the bracket to tuck the lights in. I’ll have to have mine below. Hopefully they won’t get dinged around too much. I’ll let you know how it goes.

[@fstvette5233]

@@baldeagle242 Project complete. Took my time with the wiring. I wasn’t comfortable or confident with the direction you went for the reverse lights. Seemed my taillight wire was thicker and a difficult reach. I took to the driver’s side taillight and tapped into the green reverse light (thanks to my son for his research) at that point. Works like a champ! Thank you for your help!!

[@baldeagle242]

@fstvette5233 That’s fantastic! How do you like the light output?

[@fstvette5233]

@@baldeagle242 Awesome! First time backing into my parking spot at work just a few minutes ago. Aces! Love the lighting. Exactly what I was hoping for. I like to hug the end spot and always had a tough time seeing the right rear, fearing curb rash on my 22” rims. No more worries now. Thanks again!

[@dnrsmallenginerepair]

awesome video my friend

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for the visit!

[@dnrsmallenginerepair]

@@baldeagle242 thank's for all you have done for me you are awesome

[@jaxturner7288]

Scotch locks should never be used where they are exposed to the elements. 👊

[@larryvergon6740]

Agree. I lost a rear light in my truck and found the wire had broken off at (in) the Scotch lock where the metal connector pierced the insulation and connected the two wires together. The Scotch Lock was used to connect a trailer wiring harness to the truck. Now, it lasted for 3-4 years, but I was in Florida with no snow, ice, slush, or road salt. I have a LOT of Scotch Locks in my electrical 'stash' cause they come with all kinds of wiring devices and I won't use them any more, but my mind won't let me throw them away.

[@jaxturner7288]

@@larryvergon6740 dito. I collect them even though I despise them and will never use them. I’ve literally spent days tracking down dozens of electrical problems just to find a scotch lock some lazy hack previously installed. They are nothing but ticking time bombs in electrical systems. 👊

[@ThegoatZues]

Love this channel!

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you!

[@davek6630]

I’ve never seen anyone use flux to solder wires? That scotch lock wire connector is a definite failure point

[@sashaaguilar3062]

Where do I get the clamp for the wiring to connect to the white wire

[@baldeagle242]

@@sashaaguilar3062 Just about any auto parts store sells them or you can order them from Amazon. amzn.to/3SZAZq7

[@paulmenard4114]

Nice! I’m guessing you chose to put the lights on top of the bar, but I’m assuming you can just turn the way you mounted them upside down so the lights are on the bottom of the bar as opposed to the top? I’m also guessing you did it that way either because you felt they’d stick out like a sore thumb if you mounted them below, or you mounted them above in order to protect them from road debris? Thanks brother!

[@baldeagle242]

That is correct. They are designed to mount underneath but I chose to flip them around to keep them up out of the way and less obvious. Either way these are nice bright lights and work very well for when backing up in the dark.

[@paulmenard4114]

@@baldeagle242 they sure look great, thanks again my friend, I am now a subscriber!

[@baldeagle242]

@paulmenard4114 Thank you!

[@vincentshelpfulhints4085]

Merry Christmas

[@baldeagle242]

Merry Christmas my friend. 🎄

[@kitito7]

Nice!

[@baldeagle242]

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[@randyleedham2086]

I bought the same thing. Unfortunately the bracket didn't fit but i installed the lights on the bumper. First rain they leaked and stopped working. Cheaply made 😢

[@baldeagle242]

I would reach out to them on their website. I’d bet they will send you a free replacement.

[@off-roadnpew2183]

Good video sir

[@baldeagle242]

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[@smashboomthunderhaha]

Nice video

[@baldeagle242]

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[@WideOpenThrottleC6]

but can you hook up the chains from a trailer still?

[@baldeagle242]

Yes sir. No problem at all.

[@dirtyboy8336]

Now I’ve been looking at these lights about a year now and that’s really bright I may just go ahead and put a order in for them. Thanks for the video and the great info on how to install

[@baldeagle242]

Thank you! www.nilight.com/?ref=rg5hbb50 Use coupon code BALDEAGLE242 for a discount on the NiLight website. 60W LED NiLight Hitch Mount Reverse Pods: Backup Lighting Upgrade

[@dirtyboy8336]

@@baldeagle242 Thanks I’m looking at product now

[@gjohnston281]

Nice upgrade , will be doing this to my truck in the spring

[@baldeagle242]

It’s a great upgrade if you do much with trailers or backing into dark areas.

[@gjohnston281]

@@baldeagle242 seems more times than not I’m backing in or hooking up to a trailer where there is not ,enough light, I have a couple lights on the backrack but it casts lots of shadows, this should be much better, thanks

[@baldeagle242]

@gjohnston281 This is much better. This fully lights up the back gate/ramp on the trailer and makes it early to see right where I’m at.