LED Light Bars installation behind grille - Ford Ranger Raptor 2023

Installation of Stedi light bars x2 on this 2023 FORD RANGER RAPTOR.
Next-Gen Ranger Raptor Behind-Grille Light Bar kit
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Melbourne/Sydney available via special booking.
Only basic hand tools and wire crimp/strip tools needed. No modification to the car necessary.
8mm Socket
10mm Socket
13mm Socket
13mm Spanner
Screwdrivers
Plastic trim removal tools.
Crimp tools and adaptors
Cable protection split tubing
Electrical tape
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[@Deceter]

This is the standard that all other install videos will be held to from here on in. Wasn't going to go this way but after this video finishes, I'm ordering those lights immediately!

[@FordMercGuy]

Ah mate big compliment many thanks!! My videos have always come to fruition in the form of the tutorial style videos I personally want to see when I seek KZbin guidance. So I'm glad we both have same tastes. Informative, easy to see, not rushed and detailed. Cheers legend!

[@luizmkv6963]

Excellent video content! I noticed that the lighting setup features 12" Stedi ST3302 LED units with a current draw of 5.9 amps each, totaling 11.8 amps for both. It's worth highlighting that the positive and negative connections provided by Ford for Aux 6 support a current draw of up to 25 amps. Consequently, there's no necessity for an extra relay in this configuration. This setup is well within the specified limits, ensuring a safe and reliable operation.

[@FordMercGuy]

That's perfect mate! I'm sure it'll help others reading this in the future. We went with the Trail bait recommendation for install setup with the additional relay harness.

[@ivgot1]

Ditto, extra relay and additional connections are not needed, just connect to Aux power and all is done..additional power box has fuse and relay built in which is sufficient to run light bars or Bar as I did with my 32" lightbar..😉

[@LuqmanHaroon]

Thanks for the great, detailed video. Bought the kit from Trailbait because of it and installed it myself with your step by step instructions. Keep up the great work!

[@FordMercGuy]

Awesome mate, glad the video could be of help. Enjoy your lights 👊👊

[@STAYhiPRODUCTIONS206]

Yes MORE ranger content I have a lariat that I’m slowly modding so love seeing what u guys do. I really wish I had the funds to send me ranger to APG & get some wide body action! Or I wish I could buy the body panels & axels for the Australian raptor ranger! Has anyone tried to create a 4th gen raptor ranger in the US other than going all in w/ APG with this current gen.?? I’m sure trying to buy the Australian parts would be real spendy but curious if it’s even possible, I love the look of the raptor ranger down under/UK. Would love to see the overland, or Baja/desert or diesel truck content all & any ranger stuff I will be watching for sure.

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate great to hear someone so motivated and enthusiastic about these cars hopefully you enjoy your journey with your model and can get lots of progress with the retro fits

[@AndrewPetrieNZ]

Nice video. Why did you not connect the pos and neg from the lights directly to the Ford supplied connections to Aux 6 and leave off the loom with relay and switch? Ford have provided the pos and neg wire with fuse and relay, and switch.

[@FordMercGuy]

Thank you mate due to the current draw of the lights themselves the manufacturer of the installation kit recommends using the factory Ford supplied Trigger Point as a trigger for the relay harness for safety

[@ArcticRRaptor]

Just wondering if this takes advantage of the factory accessory switches on the roof in the cabin. So you can turn the light bars on/off and be able to have high beams without the light bars. I’m pretty sure being able to turn them on/off separate to the high beams is a legal requirement too

[@FordMercGuy]

Yes correct, the factory roof mounted aux switches do act as a kill switch for the new light bars, so that way you can use only the factory high beams when needed and turn on the extra lights when needed. I believe it was switch 5 or 6 that controlled the functionality.

[@ArcticRRaptor]

@@FordMercGuy that’s awesome! Thanks for your reply :)

[@tobestobes123]

Mate, I'm normally just a troll online. But top video. Good job, keep this sort of thing coming mate

[@FordMercGuy]

Hahahah much appreciated mate!

[@shoden]

Amazing video, great and detailed installation guide which will make my life easier installing anything under the grill for my ranger raptor. Love your positive attitude and keep up the great work.

[@FordMercGuy]

Much much appreciated legend glad the video can be of help and thanks for taking the time to leave me a comment

[@blaisemcnamara]

Just a FYI - There is no need for the extra fuse and relay. There is a fuse and really already fitted from factory

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi legend yes considering Ford has done all the hard work already is really great. We were just following the light bar installation manufacturer instructions.

[@Eddie_Turbo]

That's what I was thinking. As long as you don't exceed the current rating of Fords relay/wiring it should be okay to directly go from light bar to that twin yellow/black that Ford provided yeah?

[@FordMercGuy]

True mate. The Manufacturer of the kit stated to us that due to the high current required for the light bars, they recommend using the factory yellow black feed wires as a trigger for the wiring harness in their kit. That way we won't be overloading the factory wiring system.

[@dustybum100]

Thanks for the interesting video. Any chance you can post pics of the low beam, high beam without ligth bars on and then with the light bars on so we can see how much light the light bars add to the high beam light??

[@FordMercGuy]

Cheers mate, Unfortunately I don't have access to this car regularly but may be able to organise this in a few weeks time if you're very interested.

[@dustybum100]

Nah its all good, looks like a huge improvement so all good. Thanks@@FordMercGuy

[@indyjones9546]

Great thank you

[@FordMercGuy]

Thank you too!

[@alparkozma]

Hi, good video! However EU Raptor has a louvre in front of the radiator, did someone mount one on a EU model? Or does someone know if it will fit? I tried to measure and seems tight..

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate thank you very much feel free to email the team at trailbait and Damien can help with your question potentially

[@hdnotlost7314]

Working on cars always ends up being a pain in the neck,sometimes worth the effort.Nice Ranger FMG.

[@FordMercGuy]

No words spoken truer mate! Yeah we were lucky to get our hands on it to work some magic on it, an absolute beast!

[@jean-lucpicard5030]

Sweet ride and vid!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@FordMercGuy]

Such a beast isn't it 😍, cheers amigo!! 🙌🙌

[@shanegrime7999]

I’ve got the same car and followed all your steps, video was perfect and helped with every step

[@FordMercGuy]

Glad to hear it mate! Cheers, happy LED light bar-ing!!

[@alexrizzo7485]

Legend placed my order and came here and made me sleep easy knowing I’ll be able to install these no drama

[@FordMercGuy]

All good mate no worries I'm glad the video could help you with peace of mind

[@alexrizzo7485]

Cheers, quick question did you need to order the piggy back for this setup or does everything come included in the bundle?

[@FordMercGuy]

There was no real piggyback adaptor that was used but yes everything in the kit that was sent was all that was needed

[@alexrizzo7485]

@@FordMercGuy thanks.

[@alexrizzo7485]

Hey mate got my order today. Just wanted to ask you about the feed wire and you used to tap into fords factory wires was that included in the bundle? Cause I’m about stuck about that

[@drakensberghiker8565]

Very impressed you did it all with one hand 🤪

[@FordMercGuy]

I don't call myself Handyman Sam for no reason 😜 hahah thanks tho mate, certainly a little challenge but managed!

[@flaberdoopin]

awesome job on the video! super useful.

[@FordMercGuy]

Much appreciated mate!! Glad to hear it.

[@cach1981]

Great details install video (Y) Thanks, I would like to asses the setup once I get mine in a few weeks. I would ideally prefer a single long bar, not sure about the factory brackets and if I can make it work. If not, I'll got the Stedi or Ultra Vision - TrailBait system also.

[@FordMercGuy]

No worries mate, trailbait do make multiple kits. One of them I believe is a longer LED light bar for the Raptor.

[@barrylingard3762]

Great video mate. Very informative and simple to follow. Cheers

[@FordMercGuy]

Much appreciated mate! Thanks for dropping a line

[@jimeddy-oz4gi]

Enjoying your vids. Cheers

[@FordMercGuy]

Great to hear, cheers for watching mate 👊👊

[@bobjohnston5527]

Those lights are for off road only. Highbeam are blow the low beam

[@FordMercGuy]

Correct mate off-road use only

[@bobjohnston5527]

@FordMercGuy Some people use them as high beam on road. Big fine if caught

[@FordMercGuy]

Absolutely!!

[@Sly_Wolf_1]

Excellent video content. Great installation too. I just wonder if I could be bothered the remove the grille each time to give them a good clean, just to remove the winter road salts and grime along with and mud.

[@FordMercGuy]

Thanks mate! Much appreciated. Well yeah it could be a pain. Perhaps ceramic coating them to help with hydrophobic layer. Maybe to help with cleaning

[@Sly_Wolf_1]

@@FordMercGuy Great Idea for a lazy bugger like me 😉 thanks, hadn't crossed my little mind. Tbh I thought the illumination from behind the grille was going to be kak but it was really impressive, and it does look a really and clean tidy addition. But the vid truly is one of the best tutorial and informative content. Thank you. 👍🏻

[@FordMercGuy]

And perhaps a yearly grill removal for deep cleaning and reseramic coating application. I know the feeling I also am lazy and some aspects also so wherever we can save time and hassle right 😁 It's much appreciated mate that's the inspiration behind our videos make them easy to watch and also informative to fill in the gaps that other videos may miss

[@Sly_Wolf_1]

@@FordMercGuy Well like they say, credit where credit is due. I think it's good to show appreciation too because so many people think you just click record and upload.

[@FordMercGuy]

Thanks legend and that's right unless you really get into it we all don't know what's needed behind the scenes to get to the finished product with the videos

[@Hristo-vc6ny]

Looks great, I am now considering it. Just worried that it may restrict the air flow and hence disturb the cooling.

[@FordMercGuy]

Yes perhaps a potential for that but I don't think much of a chance for it since the light bars are so small compared to the big opening of the grille/radiator around them.

[@user-lh1gj5vx6z]

I went to their website. Unfortunately they can only post to Australia. Not for worldwide.

[@FordMercGuy]

Email [e-mail] See if he can help you for overseas shipping.

[@alvarocruzat8046]

Hi, one question please, to change the front headlamps (to upgrade to the Raptor Headlamps) you need to do the same of these video and remove the front grille?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate, unfortunately I'm unfamiliar.

[@stevefractalhilly6245]

thankyou!

[@FordMercGuy]

Cheers mate likewise!

[@gilly4881]

Thank you so much. Excellent!

[@FordMercGuy]

You are welcome mate thanks for dropping a comment

[@Jimmy_Saf]

Excellent video bro. Good job and seems easy enough to install 👍🏽

[@FordMercGuy]

Cheers legend! Yeah, fairly simple!

[@Jimmy_Saf]

@@FordMercGuy you reckon you could actually get away without installing the relay and the switch in the kit like that other guy said ?

[@FordMercGuy]

Correct mate. The original relay/switches are well rated with fused relay already. Just have to ensure your chosen lights current draw doesn't exceed the factory rating.

[@LaResistenciaEDC]

Amazing !

[@FordMercGuy]

Awesome bit of kit hey!,

[@japonle2171]

Hi. I followed the installation, step by step from your video. The LED bar will light up when I turn on the #6 switch even if the headlight is in low or high beam. Need your advice. Thanks

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate very strange as you should only be getting the light bar to turn on when the high beam is turned on.

[@richardmack5532]

@@FordMercGuy The wires you tapped off from are a supply from the Aux6 switch. It will get power with the engine on and the switch on. It is not linked to high beam at all. Thats why you can switch them on whenever you switch on Aux6. To use a high beam trigger you need the piggy back adapter or pick up the high beam wires behind the left kick panel inside the cab on the passenger footwell. Pretty sure you could have connected the harness battery plus and minus direct to the yellow/yellow-black Aux6 wires to supply the whole setup. Aux6 is rated for 25A and has its own fuse and relay already.

[@FordMercGuy]

Yes few ways it can be done. Trailbait manufacturer just recommended the aux 6 trigger point be used as a signal output due to current draw of the lights.

[@rexskyfighter]

Hi, I am sorry if my comment is not related to this video. I saw your video on the Duplicolor Anodized Paint, and I want to ask if these would look close enough as colors for an Optimus Prime Peterbilt truck as I have had a rough time searching for paint that matches his looks and these colors are the best pick I found locally. Thank you in advance and I apologize for stepping away of the topic of this video.

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate no worries. Yes the red and blue should definitely pop well mate in daylight/strong lighting condition. Being metallic Annodized colours they'll look dark in low light. The brighter aspect only showing up in direct sunlight.. But isn't that most colours anyway? 👊

[@Nehpets35]

You make it look easy! Who makes this kit?

[@FordMercGuy]

Thanks mate, the kit and fords design both made it really easy! Slight nuisances but not bad at all. TrailBait is the supplier.

[@mrp3930]

if I ever own one I'll let the pro's do it, I always end up with bits left over.......haha

[@FordMercGuy]

Hahahah don't worry. Even the wanabe pros have that happen too 🤣

[@ESN-EL]

Mate, great video, very informative. Is there a way to have it set up to auxiliary and high beams? So they won't turn on unless you have high beams on AND the auxiliary switch turned to the on position as well.

[@FordMercGuy]

Thanks very much mate, yes installed in this way means they turn on only when the high beam is on and the auxiliary switch is in the on position

[@victkat]

On point! Thank you! New sub. 💯👍🏾

[@FordMercGuy]

Much appreciated, cheers legend!

[@William64641]

Hi, Great video, just wondering how these work with the matrix led head lights? If the matrix lights block out a car coming the other way, Do you know if the ford signal wires cut power to the light bar? Otherwise wouldnt the full beams adapt and the light bar continue to dazzle the on coming car? I guess you could always flick the switch when on coming vehical are likely Thanks

[@FordMercGuy]

Thanks mate! That's right could manually kill the light bars with the overhead aux switch (or supplied in line switch). But many localities don't advise driving with high beams on in metro at all, let alone light bars that are always intended for off road use only.

[@damian4114]

Ford has designed it so that the aftermarket lights will automatically cut out when the matrix function begins to operate

[@FordMercGuy]

Perfect, thanks for the clarity Damian.

[@dannyrexknight]

Love it. I'm going to give it a go myself. Thanks.

[@FordMercGuy]

Cheers mate, sweet as! Have fun 👊 no worries

[@ausim1000]

Would it be possible to remove the extra rocker switch instead of taping it up and tucking it away in the engine bay?

[@FordMercGuy]

You could join the wires together so the lights are always in the on position.

[@ausim1000]

​@@FordMercGuythe switch has 3 wires - so just tape up the black earth wire and join the other two?

[@FordMercGuy]

Correct mate. Therefore bypassing the "switch" function. The earth being for the LED of the switch light up function.

[@ausim1000]

Cheers for the confirmation!

[@FordMercGuy]

No dramas legend!

[@Benchdogtools]

Great job. What are the models of the light bars / kit.

[@FordMercGuy]

Thanks mate It's the Stedi ones from trail bait www.trailbait.shop/product-page/next-gen-ranger-raptor-behind-grille-light-bar

[@johnnyvanformerwe882]

Hi fantastic video... please send me a link to bye the kit... regards Johnny

[@FordMercGuy]

Manny thanks mate, Here you go: trailbait.com.au/products/next-gen-ranger-raptor-behind-grille-light-bar

[@martinfriera4837]

Excellent video. I think the additional relay is to receive the high beam signal. What will be the high beam wire?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate many thanks!! Ford supplied the high beam feed wire in the radiator support area. The black and yellow wires taped up, these are the factory high beam signal feed. The additional relay is just using fords wiring as a signal for the aftermarket relay to be energised and then supply power to the lights.

[@martinfriera4837]

@@FordMercGuy I have it connected to the black and yellow wire, switch 6 but it does not work in conjunction with the high beam. works independently.

[@FordMercGuy]

On this car, the black yellow wires are energised with power when the original high beam is used. So when factory high beam is on, the light bars turn on. The overhead switch is a kill switch.

[@martinfriera4837]

@@FordMercGuy Obviously there are 2 different configurations. I can see several with my configuration. It is energized by activating switch 6 without the high beam needing to be on.

[@FordMercGuy]

Ahh interesting to learn!

[@oni-one574]

Cool. Future project for a future vehicle.

[@FordMercGuy]

Pretty cool hey mate! Yeah, would be handy to do on similar models in the future too.

[@oni-one574]

@@FordMercGuy Oh, no I'm buying this truck when it launches in the US and will be using this guide when I have money again hahahaha.

[@FordMercGuy]

Hahahah!! Mate, you'll be blown away with all the features that Ford have installed.

[@waxyfool]

the link seems to be gone. can you share again please

[@FordMercGuy]

Here you go mate. trailbait.com.au/products/next-gen-ranger-behind-grille-light-bar

[@paultabone2010]

That was great thanks for that.. Do you have a link to the light bar thanks again

[@FordMercGuy]

Cheers mate! Here you go ➡️ trailbait.com.au/products/next-gen-ranger-raptor-behind-grille-light-bar

[@paultabone2010]

@@FordMercGuy thank you.😎👍

[@FordMercGuy]

No dramas mate 👊👊

[@aussie1926]

Why not just hook the lights directly to the ford wiring? It 25A rated on my wildtrack and aux 5&6 are switch manually and with high beams. Just seems to be doubling up with extra wiring.

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate, manufacturer of the install kit suggests using the Ford aux wiring point as a trigger point for the light bar harness. Considerations of the current draw is the reason behind this. Certainly Ford have done the work already.

[@idiggold]

Quik Crimps would have been neater and better. Less joins the better.

[@FordMercGuy]

True!! In hindsight nowadays soldering would be my pick. Less potentials for issue the better.

[@idiggold]

@FordMercGuy I am an auto elec of many years. My advice is never solder wires together. Solder is for circuit boards. No manufacture ever solders wires. Not one car comes from factory with soldered wires. Crimp with good quality crimps and a crimp tool. Make sure its of quality. I also do electronice on the side, so I have a good understanding of when and when not to use solder.

[@FordMercGuy]

I'm sure your expertise will help others too mate!! Legend

[@idiggold]

@@FordMercGuy happy to help if I can. Keep up the good work.

[@FordMercGuy]

Cheers mate! Likewise, great we can help in our parts to make projects and plans happen.

[@shiweilin6054]

Hi mate, I'm staying in South Africa and also own a next gen Ranger raptor. Just a question why my up head aux switch aux 5 and aux 6 can be switch on no matter if the high bean is on or off.

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate I'm not completely familiar with these cars as of yet but I believe those overhead aux switches run independent of everything they are on their own Circuit and have their own relay

[@Auxbeam]

Hi Wondering do you open a sponsorship opportunity to Auxbeam? We got a switch panel that can control this light bar including other units and have many other lighting kits looking to send out as well!

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi guys! Thanks for getting in touch. Send us a direct message through our instagram and let's take it from there 👊

[@Auxbeam]

@@FordMercGuy Sure! Just send the DM from auxbeamsimon

[@MR2171]

lesson here is if you take your car somewhere for work done and they ask if you mind if they film the job only say yes if the guy filming isn't the guy using the tools.

[@FordMercGuy]

Agreed! Otherwise the job would take much longer for installation. Thankfully this was a close colleague's car so no harm done and this video is born to help many with this DIY on their own Raptor to save money. Cheers

[@michaeldejesus7418]

Looks simple but I'd prefer someone that does it to install it for me😅.. Where are you guys located?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hahah I understand what you mean mate. We're based in South Australia. Give us a message anytime @handyautocare

[@hrishidypim]

Should have been outside grill bar. Grill stopping it full light.

[@FordMercGuy]

Traditionally yes, but this is for people wanting to keep front of vehicle free of extra additions on exterior for aesthetical reasons

[@hrishidypim]

@Ford Merc Guy Did you compare the output outside vs inside ? How much is the diffrence?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate no didn't compare the outside vs inside as the owner only wanted the lights hidden away behind tbr grill.

[@katrinaleknavitsjute7122]

Maybe someone can help me. We have new ‘23 Raptor, bought new light bar and now we want to connect it. Everything is almost done, CAN Bus is ready, but we do not know where to connect the CAN. Do someone know about it? I want that light bar will switch on when I switch high beams on.

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi, for the 2023 Raptor, the yellow and black wires as seen in this video is the factory trigger point that turn "live" when the factory high beam is activated. So using this point as your trigger for adding aftermarket lights.

[@bstutt6960]

Hey mate, I'm having a 40 inch Front Runner light bar mounted, the mechanic who has quoted the job has included a Can Bus module, do I really need that?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hey mate, I'm not familiar with canbus modules to put inline for these cars.. Maybe it's to avoid warning lights or issues with light flickering/compatibility.

[@pieropiro8269]

Gentile amico, complimenti per il tuo video molto dettagliato. Possiedo una Ranger P703 2.0 biturbo Wildtrack costruita a Silverton, Sud Africa. Ho una domanda... nei cavi descritti al minuto 8:35 del video non mi arriva corrente al positivo. La mia domanda è... dovrebbe esserci tensione con abbaglianti accesi? In modo da pilotare il relay dei led aggiuntivi. Sono stato costretto ad installare uno interruttore all'interno del veicolo ma vorrei comandarli con gli abbaglianti. Grazie anticipatamente.

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi thankyou very much. It is great today that KZbin had a translate to English option for your comment. Perhaps if at that 8:35 mark of video your car doesn't have high beam voltage coming through, you will need to tap into another high beam wiring connection point. Check at the passenger side kick panel on interior, on some models they have a factory high beam trigger point here.

[@pieropiro8269]

@@FordMercGuy Thanks so much for the reply, I'll try looking where you pointed me. Thanks again.

[@FordMercGuy]

No problems. Let us know how you go

[@ivanbaez8571]

hi, Im interested to perform this install on my raptor. how does this install behave with the led matrix function?. Thanks for your feedback.

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate, Ford has designed it so that the aftermarket lights will automatically cut out when the Matrix function begins to operate.

[@ivanbaez8571]

Excellent. But when you manually pull the lights lever to flash the high beam or push it to enable high beam manually they engage again if the aux light switch is on?. Thanks for your feedback

[@FordMercGuy]

I would say so mate. That momentary use of the high beam with aux switch in the on position should allow the light to operate, ofcourse should be used off road only/or in areas no cars will be present on the road anyway. Unfortunately I don't have regular access to this car for testing against your query

[@silentunknown2010]

What harness is that? I bought a stedi dual smart wiring harness and it doest come with that feed wire that you soldered on the aux 6.

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate, unfortunately being some time ago + client had ordered the kit so unsure of exact details. But, even without it, you'd be able to make your own version or just hard wire it. The feed wire I soldered into aux 6 wires just had a quick male female disconnect. You don't necessarily need to disconnect at anytime but I guess Handy if you don't want go run them. But you could use generic version from your local auto store. It's not a Stedi specific feed wire plug.

[@deanwallace1680]

Why did you run another relay? Isn’t the existing wiring from Ford already supplying power via a relay???

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate, for the current draw of these lights, manufacturer of this kit recommended using the aux Ford wiring as a trigger point rather than loading the Ford circuit. All depending on current draw of your selected lights you're going to install.

[@nathanshahinnn9754]

Does the battery have to be turned off to install lights or can it be on (obv with the car not running)

[@FordMercGuy]

As always safest to disconnect battery when working on vehicle electronics. However in this case I didn't disconnect the battery and worked very carefully. You could remove inline fuse to the new wiring harness and install at the very end.

[@calumrennie6940]

Hello Mate, you have wired this into your Full Beam so when you activate your full beam, your light bar also activates as well. Is there a way I can wire this into my full beam and my Aux 5/6 Switch so when I have my Aux Switch on and turn my full beam on they come on and if I turn my aux switch off and full beam on the full beam only activates and the light bar doesn’t. Thanks again

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate, to my understanding the factory wire position that I tapped into at the radiator area is controlled by aux switch 5/6. As in they act as a kill switch. So high beam can work independent of the light bars if needed.

[@yeliskarolon9494]

I have this one

[@FordMercGuy]

Awesome!!

[@shanecahill5125]

Why are you using a wiring harness. All auxiliary switches have built fuses and relays

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate. The kit's manufacturer recommended to due to current draw of these lights.

[@shanecahill5125]

The current draw on each of those stedi lights is 5.9 amps @ 13.6 volts. Which is roughly 12 amps combined. Switch 5&6 in vehicle has 25 amp relay plenty enough for those two lights

[@FordMercGuy]

Correct mate! However the manufacturer of the installation kit recommends using the factory Ford supplied aux 5/6 feed wires Point as a trigger for the relay harness for safety. But true appropriate lights can be connected straight to that point

[@seanlabrooy5664]

Hi mate great video I’m looking at getting a set of these for my 2023 next gen wildtrack with premium pack. Is the installation very much the same or is it a bit different.

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate, if your front grille is like the Raptor in this video you'll find it's the same. A final way to check is if you have the factory aux 5/6 yellow/black wires taped ready in the same location at front radiator support, you'll be laughing.

[@seanlabrooy5664]

@@FordMercGuy yeah pretty sure I do I have aux switches on top of the roof and I got two wires right next to the battery which im presuming they are the ones yes they are yellow and black

[@FordMercGuy]

Great mate! Sounds like you're good to go!

[@seanlabrooy5664]

@@FordMercGuy awesome thanks mate I’ll be giving it a crack tomorrow

[@FordMercGuy]

Awesome mate, have fun! Good luck

[@stanislashuttenczapski5084]

Who supplies the kit? I am in the UK waiting for my delivery,

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate thanks for connecting all the way over. You'll love the beast. This was Trailbait kit

[@jer63]

I found your video very informative. But I do have a question for you. I have a kit just like the one you have installed, and will be installing it in my NA Ranger Raptor. But instead of just coiling the Stedi switch in the ON position, I want to tie it into the uplifter switches in the truck. Since the Stedi wiring harness has a relay built into it, I imagine that I have to have a means to trigger that. Is it safe to take the white and blue wires from the Stedi harness and tie them together, then connect the two of them to one of my uplifter switches? Of course the black wire will be grounded to the chassis of the truck.

[@FordMercGuy]

Thanks mate! Consider the Stedi wiring harness switch as an inline kill switch. So connecting the switch blue and white wires together means the only thing disabling the Light bar will be the factory toggle switch that you are using as your high beam signal feed for energising the relay. The Stedi switch would act as the only source of disabling the light bar for cars that only have an original high beam stalk and no other way of Turing on high beams

[@jer63]

@@FordMercGuy Right. So as long as I have the Ford Switch is turned on, and my high beams on, the in grill lights will work. But for whatever reason I don't want or need the extra light, I can turn the extra lights off and have only my normal high beams. Do I understand this correctly? I wasn't expecting such a fast reply. Cheers mate!

[@FordMercGuy]

Yes this sounds good mate. Even as is. The Stedi switch is just connecting the blue and white wires together. So if you want to test. Put the Stedi switch to the ON position. Then get familiar with what you can do with the Ford extra lights switch for enabling and disabling the extra lights and then using just normal high beams. In this test leaving the switch the ON position is imitating if you remove the switch and manually connect the blue and white cables together. Cheers mate

[@yeliskarolon9494]

the signal light is burning out,how to fits

[@FordMercGuy]

Make sure you aren't using bars fingers on the new bulb. Use gloves etc. Otherwise does your car have new car warranty? Cheers

[@BafanaMasinga]

hi, the high beam feed, from the Raptor/Ford where does it go to ? (the wire you connect it with - where does it go it or how do i find it?)

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate the high beam feed wiring (the yellow and yellow black signal wires) go to a separate relay/fuse box for the overhead AUX switches I believe

[@bni1887]

How good doeas it work with Matrix functionalties?

[@FordMercGuy]

I've messaged the owner of this car to ask if the functionalities for you.

[@markleadbitter5083]

Is the yellow/black wire an earth wire ? I joined to the solid yellow and yellow/black but there is no power going through when testing with multimeter and high beam on. ARB shifted mine from footwell to under bonnet when putting bullbar on

[@markleadbitter5083]

Can l just join red to yellow than earth the black to earth point

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate the solid yellow is a positive signal wire and the black yellow is a earth wire. You could Earth separately as long as everything is connected and no brakes in the wiring the solid yellow should be giving you a high beam feed at least this Raptor with the factory auxiliary switches on the headlining this was the case

[@markleadbitter5083]

Yeh cheers mate looks like my earth cable is a different colour it's solid black and yellow/black is high beam lvl 3 mine is a Ranger so obviously different to the Raptor nice video mate 👍

[@FordMercGuy]

Ah yes some small changes. Cheers mate

[@herpderp1662]

Not putting these in the way of, and blocking what... 15 to 20% of my aftermarket intercooler?

[@FordMercGuy]

Yeah potential for blocking some airflow. Trade off of not putting lights on the outside of the vehicle.

[@Freedom911]

There are 6 AUX switch ready to use (AUX1 and AUX2 are just design for the high beam light) relay and fuse all in the engine bay is there any reason why need to use another relay instead of the factory one?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate, we were just installing to the manufacturer instructions of the light bar kit. TrailBait. Indeed probably not necessary but we adhered to the install instructions.

[@Benchdogtools]

A update for the Raptor in the UK. It won’t work as there is no access to the middle bolt hole to fix the middle bracket down.

[@FordMercGuy]

Ahh interesting!! Darn

[@Benchdogtools]

@@FordMercGuy I’ve managed to fit them now but on the uk raptor there seem to be a inner grill which opens and closes. Plus there is no access to put a nut on the bolt. Had to re make the brackets to make it work.

[@FordMercGuy]

It was a very tight fit trying to get a spanner onto the nut from underneath for mounting the middle bracket. Your UK spec must have an extra hardware in that zone to meet some kind of regulations

[@julianfoster9896]

@@Benchdogtools Yeah, I have noticed a louvre flap system on the UK raptor which probably opens and closes based on temperature. Did this not cause you any problems?? for me I don't think I will be using this light location/option.

[@jordanmeredith993]

@@Benchdogtoolscan I ask what alteration you had to make to the brackets to make them fit the raptor here in the uk please?

[@angelberrios7843]

I’m not good with electronics, but where the lights connected to any of the control auxiliary switches in the truck?

[@FordMercGuy]

Yes mate, this model has 6 aux switches and the lights now could be on or off with the aux switch (in line) with the original high beam function

[@DaSchorsch]

Will it fit on the Wildtrack version too?

[@FordMercGuy]

If it's fitted with premium pack with overhead aux switches then Yes, wiring will be there too!

[@raniatuk6072]

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[@FordMercGuy]

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[@sekibar62]

How do you make the Headlights static blink like that?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate sorry not sure what you mean

[@brahimlahbabi1691]

Could you give us a link to buy the lights?

[@FordMercGuy]

trailbait.com.au/products/next-gen-ranger-raptor-behind-grille-light-bar

[@FordMercGuy]

There you go mate

[@noorwilliams6632]

Did you cut off the switch?

[@FordMercGuy]

No mate I left it in the on position and taped it up with all the excess harness wiring

[@raniatuk6072]

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[@FordMercGuy]

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[@stevessteve2920]

Will this fit with ford everest 2023 next gen?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate, trailbait correspondence once in an email noted that if Everest has the same grille as this Raptor in this video it will fit.

[@user-uk2lc1ce9t]

Can you tell me if these lights are suitable for next gen wildtrack?

[@FordMercGuy]

Howdy. Yes the lights can suit. You will find Next gen wild track that is with or without Raptor grille have corresponding wiring harnesses available to suit. Contacting trailbait by email, the team can help you direct if you need.

[@cometopoppa1]

Who do I contact to purchase these lights, Ford Everest next gen

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate contact Trailbait. They can help you with these lights. Cheers

[@angelberrios7843]

Will these lights be available in amber color?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate I'm unaware. Best would be to try the trailbait website and check their listings

[@LuqmanHaroon]

They don’t come in amber but you can order amber lens covers directly from Stedi. It’s what I did on my install.

[@CarAdventureMotors]

How turns on and off ?🤔

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate it turns on and off with the original high beam light. And Raptor has overhead AUX switches that can turn the light on too

[@tacte-cool1331]

Hi. Just wondering, as I might have missed something. If you’re running off Aux switch 6. Why do you need the extra relay?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate, we just installed to the aftermarket kit instructions!

[@nyler10]

Your right, it's already on an independent fuse and relay so could of used the yellow, and yellow black directly.

[@FordMercGuy]

That's it mate.

[@davidslattery9869]

@@FordMercGuy Depends upon the current draw of the lights - those upper switches for the driving lights are fused to 25A

[@FordMercGuy]

The kit Manufacturer recommended using the factory high beam feed as a trigger for the wiring harness due to considerations for the current draw of both the lights.

[@DrainCleaningAUSTRALIA]

Hey bro, would this install be the same for a Next Gen Wildtrak too?

[@FordMercGuy]

Hey brother for a model that has the Raptor front grill and premium pack installed yes but if not there is a suitable kit that allows you to install the high beam trigger from the passenger kick panel

[@DrainCleaningAUSTRALIA]

@Ford Merc Guy thanks so much mate!!!

[@FordMercGuy]

No dramas mate 👊

[@cometopoppa1]

Where can I purchase led bar for ford Everest 2023 ? Thanks

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate unsure. You might find having to measure the area that you want to install a light bar and then find a model that fits

[@damianbeavis5583]

Where can I get this from?

[@FordMercGuy]

Check out Trailbait mate

[@aljonlocsin]

Do you sell to the philippines?

[@FordMercGuy]

I don't sell these kits myself but you can source them through the company that I did get them from called trailbait. Link in description

[@scottcline183]

@Ford Merc Guy, How do I get the lights to South Africa?

[@FordMercGuy]

Email [e-mail] to check for shipping to you.

[@scottcline183]

Thanks you!!

[@FordMercGuy]

No dramas mate

[@Entusiastacar]

Link de compra?

[@FordMercGuy]

www.ebay.com.au/itm/256353840289?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0&ssspo=pZOMQWm8QTq&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=Pp3d6iOxQDS&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

[@auscambaiting]

Your website doesn't seem to be working

[@FordMercGuy]

Hi mate we don't have a website personally. Do you mean the trail bait link?

[@auscambaiting]

Sorry yes, the link in the video description doesn't seem to work just links to wix@@FordMercGuy

[@yangzhang4975]

Hi Bro, what's the fuel consumption?

[@FordMercGuy]

Roughly 11.8L per hundred. The owner sent in a screenshot showing this

[@catchawakeup6411]

@@FordMercGuy 😂😂😂 in your wildest dreams 😂😂😂, maybe if you drive it like a grandma 😂😂😂

[@FordMercGuy]

Hahahah sounds about right!

[@trevorwesterdahl6245]

Honestly, not a fan. The grill blocks the lights in every way. Just find lights that can attach without cutting your grill, minimize loss of airflow, and actually light up the road like you need.

[@FordMercGuy]

Agreed a set up like this certainly does have its cons.

[@ChasVS391]

Bet it doesn’t block 1/10th of a percent of the light. 😂

[@johncecchini5454]

Can anyone give me the link to the company that sells them please

[@FordMercGuy]

trailbait.com.au/products/next-gen-ranger-raptor-behind-grille-light-bar Here you go mate

[@johncecchini5454]

Thankyou 👍👍

[@Crazymadsex]

Did it myself.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@FordMercGuy]

Awesome news mate! Good experience and money saving, good onya!!

[@aussie-c10-68]

Any Part numbers or links to these as it does not show up as an option on their website ?

[@FordMercGuy]

www.trailbait.shop/product-page/next-gen-ranger-raptor-behind-grille-light-bar Try this link mate

[@tobestobes123]

Your link to trailbait isn't working. Can you post model number of the lights please?

[@FordMercGuy]

trailbait.com.au/products/next-gen-ranger-raptor-behind-grille-light-bar STEDI ST3303 Pro try these bro

[@tobestobes123]

@FordMercGuy yup spot on thankyou