HOW TO: 2017-2019 Super Duty Gets a 2022 Front End!

In this video I document the process of swapping the front end on my 2018 platinum F350. This video should apply to any of 2017-2019 Super Duty F250 F350 wanting to convert to a 2020+. Enjoy the video!
Parts list is below:
LED Headlight: LC3Z-13008-K
LED Headlight: LC3Z-13008-J
Header Panel: LC3Z-8B455-B
Grille (Platinum): LC3Z-8200-EA
Headlight Ballasts: JX7Z-13C788-L

[@txffemt]

Thank you so much for doing this. Now I can get the last piece to my puzzle and get my headlights and grill installed.

[@Cobyvincenr]

Very awesome and detailed video! Thank you so much for sharing can’t wait to do this to my truck

[@Luis-ic8ej]

🤩 great detail video thanks for sharing brother turn out really nice and refreshed looked, tasteful upgrades

[@BrendanPiazza]

was having C bar issues as well.. I figured out that my problem was I had connected 3 & 5 wires on the wiring coming off of the truck , and not together at the plug that goes into the headlight , once I did that everything works as it should ! I know this has been a nagging problem for a few people , but in the end it was my fault . lol good luck guys

[@sethcarter9755]

What was the part number for the header panel? I’m trying to fix a butchered swap the previous owner did to my 17. Great video man

[@captainmigs1655]

I just got done doing this today, I had a 2019 halogen and swapped out for the black lariat grill and 2020 Morimoto led headlights. So everything was plug and play, had to trim exactly like he did in the video. Was pretty easy just have to keep track of the bolts and where everything goes. Took me about 2 1/2 hours to complete. Used a Oscillating Multi-Tool to trim the header panel and used a hacksaw with short blade to cut the aluminum header support.

[@its_justa_6.2]

So the 2019 halogen headlight connectors are the same as the 2020+ halogen’s and the morimotos are plug and play? The exact info I was looking for before doing this!

[@captainmigs1655]

@@its_justa_6.2 exactly my man.

[@osoquik4447]

Got a link for the momo headlights? Emailed them and CS had no one clue if they would work or not.

[@wezkos2063]

have 19' halogen headlights, want to go LED.. no adapter?

[@captainmigs1655]

@@wezkos2063 yes there’s adaptors out there Retro customz makes a harness. I think it’s like 400 bucks around there

[@lw4ncstate1]

Great video, thanks for useful information! How did you split your prior headlights ?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Lots of heat and prying

[@eduardomartinez515]

interesting video! how did you order the parts to make all that change in the front of the truck?

[@refsa01]

If you add the new bumper, you can than add the hidden winch into the factory bumper...

[@kevinaragon8011]

Great job!

[@MrDollainc]

Tbh that morimoto grill would kill it imo

[@kennethtavarez8492]

Hey around how much was this idk if you mentioned this in the video I kinda skipped around also have you figured out the high beam issue?

[@LAFamilyTexas]

I did my 17 with 24 front clip you think your wiring connection should work with the 24 headlights ?

[@petercarey6883]

I subscribed for the Corvette/car content, but trucks are just too irresistible as well.🤣 Save the Wave👋

[@ryancalderwood558]

Hi Chris. I am having the hardest time finding those exact headlights for my 2020 F350 Lariat. My truck has the ugly halogen. Do you mind telling me how you found these and on what website? Thanks so much!

[@dragonfire7734]

I wonder if this could be done to the Excursion too? there's a front end conversion kit that will turn the excursion front end into the 2017-19

[@dwayneeckert4278]

Thanks Chris! My truck is a 2022 Platinum. I also want to black out the grill and add the blackout LED lights. Hope you can help w/a few questions. Since I’m replacing LED’s, will there be any need for the Balasts? Any issues with adhesion when painting the satin brush finish in the grill? Did you have the paint work done at auto body shop? With that said how did you blacken the Platinum logo across the back of the tailgate? When it comes to my door handles/mirror caps that are chrome finish, I was told by auto body shop you should not paint over the chrome finish. Thanks.

[@ChrisSullivan69]

If your truck came with LEDs from the factory like it sounds like, it will be plug and play. Any chrome or satin finish parts need to be scuffed and hit with adhesion promoter before paint. My auto body guy does most of that stuff and I haven't had any issues.

[@dwayneeckert4278]

Much appreciated…

[@platinumlyfe5113]

Can i still use my original header panel? Or do you know what needs to be trimmed if i do? I have a trans cooler bolted to my header panel and i was told it won’t work if i get the 2022 header panel.

[@officerdb3786]

What kind of MPG does that F350 get? I just bought one like it, thanks!

[@omarvilla7325]

Hey man I just did the swap exactly like you did my amber strip for parking like isn’t working though any ideas?

[@corywaugh8689]

That is really really sexy looking, so much better than stock

[@aaronred01]

Hey Chris, question so the 2019 front ford emblem fits the 2020 grill? No replacement needed there?

[@atomicorang]

Mines the 2023 F250 Lariat and I want to swap the entire front clip ie…hood front fenders headlights grille to 2022. I can’t stand my grill with the things going around the headlights. Advise?

[@michaelbecker7845]

Did you still have the old grill. Would be interested in buying it

[@user-uu4vm7fn9r]

Man this vid is perfect for the halogen to 2020 led do I need 1 or 2 harness

[@TheUnspeakable9]

I personally prefer the aggressiveness of the 17-19 front end but 2020 plus looks good too I find everyone upgraded to the 2020s and the 17-19s in good shape are almost rare to see around now IMO

[@takerfan4ever]

Couldn't agree more. I guess everyone wanted that gigantic radio that comes in the 22. The newer fronts got smaller and don't look as bold. 17-19 bodystyle still my favorite. I am, however, a sucker for the 2020 grilles, specifically the limited and dually grilles.

[@johnruiz2609]

Were you ever able to figure out the high beam issue?

[@lukasschutt7045]

Can you get black out head lights for a 2019 f250 without having to change anything?

[@robertherrera84]

Did you get an check engine light after the swap I have 15 codes on my 2017 F250

[@r1lukasz]

Is it worth to get morimoto headlights or just stick with oem led?

[@g.aslifestyle]

Were you able to get the high beams going ?

[@Dieselfreek26]

How are you feeling about the 20+ headlights at night? And without the use of the brights? I keep reading how the new lights are far superior to oem led on the 17-19 but not liking the no high beam idea. Great video.

[@ChrisSullivan69]

I'd say they are on par with with 17-19 LEDs maybe slightly better. I never used my highbeams anyways

[@Twizztify]

@@ChrisSullivan69 hey Chris, are your dlr’s on the entire time, or can you turn them off? I’m doing a conversion from halogen to led and from what I’m understanding, I think my drl’s will be on the entire time the engine is on. My harness came with the drl harness that runs to the fuse box and am wondering which route to go or what.

[@tonysparks101]

@@Twizztify Forscan will let you shut them off with the circle shift knob.

[@Twizztify]

@@tonysparks101 for real?! Even with the drl’s plugged into the fuse box directly??

[@tonysparks101]

@@Twizztify Yep, I just did the Forscan last night. I was concerned with going to the drive-in movie theater.

[@alanmartinez3743]

Can you reuse your camera or did your mount up?

[@LazyGeckoVR]

Sick 🔥

[@jayhanson6547]

If i stay with halogen, do i need the harnes still. Ive found one guy that said they are plug and play if you swap factory to factory halogen

[@roguestatus13ify]

What did you do with your old 17 blacked out grill??

[@emmettcozad6830]

I have looked everywhere what website did you buy the grill off of?

[@travisroach1290]

Do you still have that 2019 black platinum grille? I’m looking to buy one

[@kdot8859]

Hey Chris whenever you press the unlock button on your key fob do your headlights come on or is it just your park lights? I just finished this entire process so I just want to make sure I did everything the right way

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Just parking lights and the C bar

[@kdot8859]

@@ChrisSullivan69 ok

[@John24Z]

Will the high beams work if going from halogens 2017 to 20+

[@angusf518]

Do you still have your old blacked out headlights?

[@Cparchery...]

I was looking at doing the face lift morimoto i like these lights better where did you get them

[@ChrisSullivan69]

The ford dealership

[@448entertainment4]

All the parts in the description is all I need for the face lift ?

[@kdot8859]

Did you have to add any spacers into the front bumper for those wheels and tire setup?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Nope. Rubs a little lol

[@paulbeltran7132]

Question, I have a 2019 f350 with oem led lights. Will the new 2020 led headlights not plug and play ? Will I need to do that wiring you did ?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

You'll need to do that wiring. It's easy if you check out the diagram I have

[@tazmans3nt]

Would like to know where you got your lights please

[@jasonvangorden1265]

What did you coat your frame with?

[@JaydenBlakley]

How much was everything in total?

[@danielcastillo8087]

Hey there, by chance do you sell the grill you removed?

[@gharri30]

I have a 22 Lariat on the way. Want to swap out the the grill for the Platinum one as you did. Have a plan for some grill lights that will look better in the Platinum one. Any idea if the grills are a simple swap between trim levels and dont require the new header panel being its a 22?

[@christianminor3346]

I've had three different trim level grills on my '22 F350, currently have the Limited on it and they all matched up. Easy swap

[@gharri30]

@@christianminor3346 good deal, thanks

[@LOSZAPATA]

Hey Chris, the pin 6 moved to pin one is done to both passenger and driver side?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Yes

[@youdontknowmyname6956]

Are the 2017 & 2022 fenders the same?

[@kristianyoung3666]

Has there been a fix for the high beam issue ?

[@joshwaters5205]

What size lift you running?

[@DEADRISING72HR]

Did you break the grill clips when removing the old platinum grill?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

No I thought i did. But they just popped off their mounting tab on the grille. Reinstalled and it's good as new

[@lukemiller7376]

How do you order parts. What website do u use to get ford parts

[@dereck13988]

Any links on how to do the conversion while using the factory 2019 header panel instead of 2020 header panel?

[@ImDead1nside]

Grinding wheel . Otherwise good will sit like an inch behind the grill. Which really isn't an issue tbh

[@ryanwillbanks9004]

Did you cut the tie bar on both sides to fit the headlights or just the one side you showed?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Both sides. The whole front end is pretty symmetric

[@ryanwillbanks9004]

@@ChrisSullivan69 Appreciate it, this helped out alot!

[@blakehampton2993]

have you had any problems with the outer halogens goin off after using your blinkers if i use the right side blinker the right side will go off but if i use the left side the left side will go off not sure whats causing it jw if you have any info on that? thank you

[@blakehampton2993]

not sure if thats halogen or not its the outer lights on your new headlights the ones you rewired the harness for

[@lukehausser7251]

Would the 2020 plus, headlights fit if you kept the stock platinum grille on?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

No it wouldn't

[@scottwiggers873]

I have a platinum 17 f350. Cut wires and spliced exactly how you said. And no Cbar lights was your truck a platinum ? Or were you trying to make it one ? I bought all 2020 new parts and ballast

[@ChrisSullivan69]

I wonder it they changed the wire colors from year to year

[@scottwiggers873]

What year was your platinum

[@ChrisSullivan69]

@@scottwiggers873 2018

[@LOSZAPATA]

did you get this fixed? If so what did you do?

[@0grinding]

This can be done on a 2015 dually ?

[@1fastSRT4]

Whats the specs on wheels truck looks sick

[@ChrisSullivan69]

24x12 American Force Genesis

[@RicardoPicena]

What about 04 to 2020 conversation?

[@charliebaird94]

Can this be done without the header panel? I’ve heard you can trim to old header panel

[@chrisdflores1185]

Did you ever find out if you can just use your old header panel

[@DynoDieselWagon]

YES .butchered

[@BLKHWK69]

Just did a 2020 conversion on my 19 platinum. I ended up buying A harness for the headlight but noticed my C lights no longer turn on when I unlock or open the door like my 19 did. Do yours turn on with the wire mod that you did ? I wouldn’t of bought the harness if I’d see this video before. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Other than high beams, my new headlights work just like factory. Including c bar and parking lights coming on when a door is opened or truck is unlocked

[@BrendanPiazza]

I was having C bar issues as well.. I figured out that my problem was I had connected 3 & 5 wires on the wiring coming off of the truck , and not together at the plug that goes into the headlight , once I did that everything works as it should ! I know this has been a nagging problem for a few people , but in the end it was my fault . lol good luck guys

[@jdicky8838]

So you connected at the plug? I am in the middle of the swap and connected wires and it will not run the c bar. Thanks in advance

[@maxschlum8898]

No High beaming any solution?

[@jmnnmnuk]

how true is it that you have to program/ reprogram headlights in order to work?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Not true. Mine plugged right in and worked as you see.

[@camerontrevino6740]

Do you know the non-blacked out or the chrome headlight part number?

[@user-uu4vm7fn9r]

Description

[@philipwillingham460]

I currently have a 2017 halogen F250. Would you happen to have any info on converting the dual plug halogen lamps over to the 2020 Plus LED headlights?

[@Twizztify]

Get the harness and it’s plug n play

[@robertherrera84]

Does you have high beams and does it stay on all the time

[@paulmacias5804]

What conversion harness recommend?

[@user-uu4vm7fn9r]

@@paulmacias5804retro cuztums

[@Northeast_Mainiac]

Hi Chris , so I was wanting to have my XLT grill on my 2020 superduty get painted and my local body shop told me you can’t paint chrome, I saw you took yours all apart and used a Scotch bright pad. Now did you take that to someone and get it painted or did you use a rattle can? I am hoping I can do the same thing Chris but I need more info from you please

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Yes you'll need to scuff and then use adhesion promoter before painting plastic parts. You can paint it yourself or have a pro do it for a nicer finish

[@Northeast_Mainiac]

@@ChrisSullivan69 can you tell me what kind of adhesion Promoter you used please

[@ChrisSullivan69]

@@Northeast_Mainiac Bulldog

[@gezus024]

Beautiful truck what is your suspension set up?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Stock rear. Readylift 2.5" level up front

[@gezus024]

@@ChrisSullivan69 does it rub? looks super clean are you running 24x12?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

@@gezus024 24x12. She rubs a bit haha

[@gezus024]

@@ChrisSullivan69 it’s worth it though 😂😂😂

[@JMHDKDKL22]

Does the 2020 and up bumper fit 17-19 with no modifications?

[@LOSZAPATA]

I just installed a 2022 lariat on mine and I had to change over the harness because mine is a platinum with the assisted cruise control. I had to do minor modifications to get that done. Other than that it bolted on like the old one

[@n54nation]

What brand aftermarket grill did you use before doing the swap

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Ebay baby

[@n54nation]

Full replacement or the 4 piece kit that swapnouts the factory chrome

[@Phstpham]

Is the 350 and 250 header panel the same part number ?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Yes

[@elraton4737]

Does this work with a 2017 f250 that doesn’t come with original led headlight???!

[@elraton4737]

Would really appreciate an answer

[@gomerz3831]

So could i just call my local ford dealership and they can find me the parts to do this?

[@kkcorbin]

I just did the swap on my 2019 and the DRL is not working on the new lights. Did you have to do any forescan or anything?

[@curtiscahoon2066]

Did you ever figure this out? I am having the same issue

[@kkcorbin]

@@curtiscahoon2066 I bought the harness from retrocustomz. The bright lights still do not work. Does someone have a solution for them?

[@dannyavelar1955]

WOULD THIS WORK ALSO FOR A DUALLY I NOTICE RETRO CUSTOM HAVE AN OPTION FOR DUALLYS

[@user-uu4vm7fn9r]

Did you ever get this done?

[@user-uu4vm7fn9r]

I have a dually to

[@platinumlyfe5113]

Hey Chris i have a 2017 f450 platinum , i did the same set up you have and also followed your wire diagram but my C bars don’t work, i see a lot of people are having the same issue, any ideas on what i can do?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Strange. Mine work perfectly. I'd get out a test light or multimeter and start checking to make sure you have voltage where you're supposed to

[@platinumlyfe5113]

@@ChrisSullivan69 do you have an instagram? Wanted to ask you a few more questions i also used the original header panel, the c bar works when i manually turn the switch to the headlights or take the truck out of park

[@ChrisSullivan69]

@@platinumlyfe5113 @chris_sullyvan

[@platinumlyfe5113]

@@ChrisSullivan69 hey Chris i sent you a video to your instagram so you can see the issue I’m having i hope it helps

[@jamesgalindo903]

@@ChrisSullivan69 did you figure it out? I'm doing the swap on mine now and it's doing the same thing. Did the wiring just like the video and c bars are not working but both low beams and high beams are on. So wiring on video is incorrect or some trucks are different ?

[@jdmteggy2388]

what is wheel and tire specs

[@adamsimon256]

HEY I HAVE A 2019 F250 KING RANCH WITH LED'S, I DID THE FRONT END SWAP WITH 2021 LED HEADLIGHTS , I FOLLOWED ALL DIAGRAMS, BUT MY C SHAPED LEDS WILL NOT COME ON, ANY HELP WOULD BE GREAT THANKS

[@platinumlyfe5113]

Hey did you ever get this figured out? I’m having the same issue

[@BrendanPiazza]

was having C bar issues as well.. I figured out that my problem was I had connected 3 & 5 wires on the wiring coming off of the truck , and not together at the plug that goes into the headlight , once I did that everything works as it should ! I know this has been a nagging problem for a few people , but in the end it was my fault . lol good luck guys

[@KingSwann242]

Mint

[@elraton4737]

Asking everyday until i get an answer. Will the Led headlights work on a 2017 halogen f250. Im scared to do it and waste 4k and it wont work so please if someone can answer

[@ChrisSullivan69]

You'll need a conversion harness. Google it its been beaten to death

[@cass8144]

What is your wheel and tire setup

[@ChrisSullivan69]

24x12 American force genesis

[@chryonic749]

How much were the new head lights from ford ?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

About $1150 each

[@omarolvera3064]

To come to Texas to do the same to my 450

[@jd30557]

I did the wiring on my 19 f250 trying to make the 22 headlights work and they didn't. the c bar won't turn on bot the high beams work. I really need help

[@platinumlyfe5113]

Did you ever get your c bar to work properly?

[@jamesgalindo903]

@@platinumlyfe5113 did you figure it out ? I'm doing the swap now and did the wiring just like the video and mine is doing the same thing. The c bar is not coming on , but both the high beams and low beams are on.

[@LOSZAPATA]

@@jamesgalindo903 same for me, what was the correction?

[@337keegan7]

Hey Chris I just did this swap on my 17 wired n repinned like did everything is working but the c bars , any ideas

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Wire color might have changed for 2018. I'd check which wire has power when you turn the parking lights on

[@337keegan7]

Would you know what pin on the headlight itself is for the c bars?

[@BrendanPiazza]

was having C bar issues as well.. I figured out that my problem was I had connected 3 & 5 wires on the wiring coming off of the truck , and not together at the plug that goes into the headlight , once I did that everything works as it should ! I know this has been a nagging problem for a few people , but in the end it was my fault . lol good luck guys

[@elraton4737]

@@337keegan7did you ever get it to work. I have a 2017 with halogen and im worried if i do the swap the c bar wont work

[@deweytiffanywoods3260]

Why does it look like the bottom light of the headlight is on? Isn't that the high beams?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Thats the difference between the 17-19 headlights and the 20+. The 17-19 used bottom light for highbeams. The 20+ uses a computer to dim them for lowbeam. That's why the highbeams don't work

[@deweytiffanywoods3260]

@@ChrisSullivan69 Ah.... Gotcha. Thanks for the reply. Because of your video, I think I'll start collecting these parts for the conversion. Thank you so much!

[@ACTIONJAXEN0078]

What state are you in should do a review of my cadillac cts

[@pri0r_t0_a_weekago...fukwi48]

Why would he wanna do a review of YOUR car lolololol

[@Twizztify]

Does anyone know if the 2020-22 halogen headlights will plug directly into the halogen harness of a 17-19 without issue?

[@its_justa_6.2]

That’s what I was wondering. Wanting to use the morimoto headlights that only work with the oem halogen headlight 2020+. The connectors all look similar but I don’t know for sure

[@Twizztify]

@@its_justa_6.2 turns out it does work! I converted my 2017-19 halogen over to 2020+ halogen lights and it worked great. The bulb sockets for the 2020+ turn signal lights are different than the 17-19 though, so keep that in mind. My new 20+ lights didn’t come with the turn signal bulbs or sockets, so I had to chase down a set of those before completing the swap.

[@its_justa_6.2]

@@Twizztify okay cool thank you for the info. I’m going to be doing the swap here in the next month or so. I’m getting parts together now.

[@kc9146]

Does your high beams still work with the halogen to halogen conversion? Thanks

[@Twizztify]

@@kc9146 yes halogen to halogen the highs still work fine. But I’ve since went halogen to oem led 20-22 lights and now the high beams don’t work 😢. Oh well, I guess… 🙃

[@farmerbill4052]

You selling those old lights and grille?!

[@platinumlyfe5113]

I have mines for sale if still looking for some

[@farmerbill4052]

@@platinumlyfe5113 I've already replaced mine now. Thank you though

[@ardennielsen3761]

weird how a slow old boring car with a good tune up just broke 5 ford 8.8 axles doing nothing but Walmart runs here and their. Is the 2011 dodge 2500/3500 AAM axle the same as the F250 F350 axle? 100 pounds of actual welding over 2-3 weeks... if there was a TRAR marginally done right? ether way the machine can be used for some trucking now and farm work like plowing snow... ford thunderbird AAM1150, no 8.8 of 9 inch is good enough. like i took physics to calculate rev n' dump torque, clean 2 valve NA 4.6 needs an AAM 1-5/8 shaft axle. "28 spline 32 spline 8.8, there both 1 inch round bars engineered for a four cylinder".

[@ardennielsen3761]

local dealer has a few 2020 RAM 2500 POWER WAGON's that have a little rust on the axles, but that Granite Crystal Metallic paint is really nice. but they want 1100/month for it... unemployed for 10 years on the stamp making the other thing work off scraps. wages at a job spent right and its 8 hours of community service once a week to pay that tab... cant find anything, just getting rusty in the dealer lot. Trar

[@ChrisSullivan69]

What in the actual frig are you talking about dude 😄

[@DieusF250]

🤟🏾🥳🥳🥳

[@collinsweet3308]

Do you know if there has been a fix for the high beams yet?

[@ChrisSullivan69]

Not that im aware of

[@hidros1461]

Anyone figure out How to make highbeams work?

[@dirtnapgear6349]

That’s the thing keeping me from doing this.

[@coverado]

Hey Sir! It's such a good truck! I am Cherry from Coverado selling car accessories. We recently launched some new seat covers and look for some people to try them! Do you have interest? Pls let me know, thanks!🥰

[@NicManGun]

i've taken my grille to 2 paint shops, none will paint my grille.

[@BigTruckBigRV]

Want to sell me your old headlights and grill?

[@kkcorbin]

I have a platinum set off a 2019 I am looking to sell