The Best Light Bar for Your Truck. Putco LED Blade Tailgate Light Bar

[@Donslife]

***New Putco 92010-60 60" Blade LED Tailgate Light Bar: www.putco.com/60-blade-led-li... Putco 529005 Blade Quick Connect Harness For 2019+ Silverado/Sierra 1500: amzn.to/33EMvjX amzn.to/3g8EGWB linktr.ee/donslife - Links to all of my products and discounts

[@Cubanamericancafe]

I’ve had this mod in my garage for 3 weeks now trying to figure out how to attack it first. Your videos are great when it comes to step by step instructions. I’ve referred to your channel for many mods I’ve done to my Denali! I have a suggestion on the next possible mod for your truck that I think we would love to see a video on. Installation of the GM illuminated door sills. I might be being just a tiny bit selfish on that one but there hasn’t been a video done for this mod for our trucks. Thanks again for making these videos it encourages many people to start DIY projects.

[@Donslife]

All good. Email me the product you’re looking at. No promises though, I am picky 😂 my email is in the video descriptions

[@smtheodore]

Love your attention to detail as always ! Didn’t even know I wanted this until I watched your video

[@Donslife]

That's good, thank you! I found if I glaze over details, I am not doing anyone favors. It can make the videos longer, so I try to find a balance

[@ajg1915]

I just installed one of these on my 2021 GMC Sierra Denali. Just make sure you get the 529005 quick connect harness for 2019 (T1) Builds, else wise you'll get all kinds of error codes. I used the clips with 3M adhesive tape to put on the light bar. The instructions state that the light bar should be about 1/4" above the two lower cut-outs. The biggest pain was getting the tailgate on and off by myself. I put a couple sawhorses with a moving blanket over the top to rest the tailgate on. Nice video. The newer harness has all of the hook-ups so you don't need to touch the stock wiring harness.

[@Donslife]

Nice! Thanks for sharing the info. For a 2019+ Sierra and Silverado, the harness is absolutely a must. When I ordered my blade the new part with updated wiring wasn't available. Oh well, glad you liked to video though.

[@burtdougharty9108]

Love to see a video of installing LED lights to shine on the running boards when the doors open and you hit unlock on the key fob.

[@Donslife]

I am not against the idea. So many products out there and I’d want to install something good. Do you know of a specific product?

[@mtower235]

Me: “I’d like to have a tailgate light” and I immediately go to your channel 😂 Of course he does

[@Donslife]

Atta Boy!

[@jimf1421]

Just got this on my rig. It was more difficult than I thought, but that is my fault for tackling the tailgate alone. I was able to shove the seemingly 35 extra feet of harness inside the tube of my hitch. I have an HD so it had plenty of room to take it all.

[@Justinhondroulis1]

Been waiting on this video! Just ordered mine. Thanks Don!

[@Donslife]

Sorry for wait! 😂 The quality is so much better.

[@Justinhondroulis1]

Hands down it looks very thought out. This looks like agame changer. I only say that bc I've had maybe 10ish light bars throughout all my vehicles and none lasted more than a year without failure, but none looked this well put together.

[@johnniebkid]

Nothing like being sponsored by a brand! OPT7 is a solid choice of light bar for 1/3rd the price. NEVER wire into the trailer harness. Always hard wire it into the tail lights

[@Donslife]

This is NOT a sponsored video at all!

[@Roberto-gp3yx]

I’m sure this is the same for all sierras but dang now my truck needs this!

[@Donslife]

No pressure 😂 I think a newer version is now available too

[@freddyp4189]

Love the bar IMHO the best, great install.

[@ChrisJones-rl5ow]

Not sure where u live but I’ll never spend $200 on a light bar ever again, I live in northern Alberta Canada and I’ve had the Putco, Recon, and Opt7. All with the reverse feature if u want to use it. Well those 3 brands never even lasted 3 yrs, all gave out in the second yr on my truck. So this time I said I will try a cheap ass $20 one off of Amazon. Well believe it or not it’s been on my truck since 2019 and haven’t had a single issue yet, our winters are crazy cold where I am, I’m talking -40 for weeks at a time, so when this el chepo one gives out I’ll buy another one of them. Hopefully U have better luck then me with that one.lol nm I seen ur plate n see ur in Saskatchewan, So u get some cold weather as well

[@paulblack5679]

Another excellent video Don! I always pick up top tips and mistakes to avoid….Many thanks!!

[@Donslife]

If people see some value and sometimes get a little entertained, then mission accomplished

[@mattyman6176]

Thanks don. Will definitely be adding this to my at4 as well.

[@Donslife]

Cool. I think the new version is out now too. I haven’t looked into the changes but I left a link in the description

[@karlyleprojects9367]

I wanted to thank you for your video and content! I just bought a Sierra Denali and following your lead. This light-bar is my first project on it. In fact I am even posting my install on KZbin as well. I want to target people that may have the skill set to do this projects but lack the confidence to risk hurting these huge investments (vehicles whatever) represent. For example in the case, the removal of the tailgate terrified me. I mean I had the light in my garage for a week and even text my GMC advisor to set up an appointment to get it installed but didn't press send 😆 .. I took the plunge and the rest of the project was a walk in the park! Anyway thanks again and I did pay homage to you in my video LOL. Check it out.

[@Donslife]

Will do! Congrats

[@karlyle8317]

@@Donslife Thank you!!

[@thealternativefactor6694]

Top notch video Don...👍👍👍

[@Donslife]

Thank you, its one of my earlier ones too

[@donearl6675]

they are the best!i used the Opt7shorted out 2times.but with this..PERFECT ..👍❗

[@markmanning5683]

Great Video and Install, I believe you and I have the same O.C.D. issues Ha Ha. I am surprised that you didn't put silicone caulk in the Screw holes from previous LED strip. I can only imagine the Road Salt and corrasion there. Good luck Sir and keep the videos coming.

[@Donslife]

😂 I did off camera and the backs of the screws in the new holes

[@kcrady72]

Like your style. Tailgate is sweet too.

[@Donslife]

🤘🏼

[@josephnarvaez8686]

This was very helpful!!!! Thanks so much!

[@Donslife]

No problem!

[@rbreceda7790]

I installed mine a while back. I went with the Putco red blade. It has the red turn signals rather than the amber. It looks cleaner and more unison in the back my opinion.

[@Donslife]

I own a BMW so I don’t signal anyway 😉 kidding aside, I couldn’t find one at the time in Canada with all red.

[@mcham0846]

I got the red blade too. But I had to keep checking back on amazon everyday. Red signal lights look odd with amber signal on the blade

[@ralphcatalano8288]

Do the directional signals on the light bar stop blinking when the brakes are applied

[@joeyb1665]

Now that you about a year later how is it holding up in the weather and car washes? That is my only concern is that I wash my truck multiple times a week and don’t want to add something that is not bullet proof. Thanks in advance for your thoughts. Cheers

[@Donslife]

It’s been amazing! I see so many partially burnt out light bars. This one is so good and durable. Here is a short video from today! kzbin.infoTxjxfFH56nw?feature=share

[@BSO_Actual]

Im on my 3rd warranty replacement in like a 1 year period. I love the way it looks and functions when it works but damn.

[@Donslife]

What has the issue been? Both of mine (now Freedom Blade) have been good. And I have the harsh climate of the Canadian Prairies

[@BSO_Actual]

@Donslife they start losing functionality. Start flickering then brake like will come kn and stay on while none of the other lights functionality then they die. Putco has been awesome with replacing them but it just sucks that ever 4ish months they die. This last one has survived the longest. I'm thinking it might be a humidity issue with me being kn the Texas coast. Or it's something with the refresh trucks burning them out.

[@choqlitsongbirdofficial1007]

Do you guys make or suggest anything similar for a 2022 Nissan Armada Platinum?

[@javiermarcel2101]

Can you please do a video on how to install the light bar without taking off the tail gate?

[@Donslife]

Not sure if I can do that. It is harder since you need to get your fingers in there. I don’t want to remove the one I currently have either

[@mcham0846]

It can be done, it's just easier with the tailgate removed. Just make sure you have a good eyeball so it's straight.

[@jimisan1911]

Great video! Did notice amber turn signals?

[@Donslife]

You can get amber or red for the blinking turn signal. All they had from the Canadian distributor at the time was amber. Doesn’t bother me. It could be blue, I never see it 😂

[@chrism8013]

Well done. I really like this mod. Greatly increases the rear lighting when in reverse. Took your advice with the boost auto tap for extra lighting in reverse, but I may add this to the list in the spring as well. My only concern is the self drilling screws. Hate putting holes in a painted surface exposing bare metal. How well do you think the 3M tape that comes with it would hold up on it's own, without the screws?

[@Donslife]

I think it will hold. But if were me I would add some thicker double sided tape in a few more places.

[@freddyp4189]

I have the same bar with only the 3m it's held up perfectly for over a year.

[@mcham0846]

Late comment. The tape holds up good. I use the black clip ones. 2 years, rain, snow. carwash. 3m holds up well

[@bu9180]

👏👏👏👏 너무 좋다 Thank you for the good video ♡♡

[@chrisnielsen3992]

Have you had any concerns with the lawsuit saying that they knowingly installed a faulty part for the ecoteccylinder deactivation? Love the truck btw getting a 19 gmc at4 soon

[@Donslife]

I do have some underlying concerns. I do take comfort in two things. 1 - If I have a failure, warranty will cover it. 2 - The percentage of failures (I’ve heard/read) are single digit numbers. I love my truck

[@MrMackey1958]

how did you wire to the battery in your truck. I have the same battery but I don't want to mess it up

[@Donslife]

Depends on the accessory. Usually I install a switch and a fuse

[@scottsyellowrubicon1]

Does your truck have the side cameras that are activated when you give a turn signal while pulling a trailer. If so will they activate without pulling a trailer after you installed this light bar?

[@Donslife]

Good question. It does have the feature but only works when a trailer is connected. Since the light bar is using the Putco Blade harness, I am not tapping into any of the trailer sensing circuits; Therefore the cameras don’t come on when signaling.

[@johnsheldon2178]

Just received my PUTCO Blade LED Tailgate Light bar for my 2022 GMC 1500 Sierra SLT. I haven’t installed it yet due to living in the northeast (Snow & Ice) & Also NOT having a garage lol I’m looking forward on getting at it though soon hopefully. I will be using this video as guidance as well when I do but I just have two questions (for now): - I’ve seen comments on the Additional comments on the Quick Connect Harness. I thought the light bar already came with one but you mentioned you had one already installed. My question is if I am to get a quick connect harness which one would you suggest now that it’s 10+ Days past the video. - Do they make waterproof quick connects that you’d suggest if that’s even a thing? Again awesome videos & very informative for those of us (Me) who are clueless but trying to save money from the dealership having to install them.

[@Donslife]

Hi John, which part number is your Blade?

[@mcham0846]

Late comment, but they make electrical grease for connections like this. The blades don't come with a quick connect, well they do but you plug it into the tow plug. But if you want to go factory look- you'll need the harness or tap into the oem harness

[@ChrisDIYerOklahoma]

Nice mod! I like it.

[@Donslife]

Thanks Chris!

[@270raptor]

Awesome video

[@Donslife]

Thank you

[@tombachar2565]

Great video! Great product

[@Donslife]

Thank you 🙏🏻 I have had many light bars over the years, this one is next level

[@jeremywilliams8501]

I'm about to buy this light I thought it was all plug and play what needs to be wired

[@Donslife]

It is plug and play. Just that some configurations depending on the vehicle specs may need an additional harness. Reverse may need a wire tap to the reverse lights though

[@marcusharrell7632]

Hey Don i just had a Light Bar installed yesterday and i think they tapped into the trailer, which i didn't think that was right now i have trailer errors, the bar not working properly its a straight mess man

[@Donslife]

That is not good. With the plug and play harness that Putco makes, the errors will go away. Sorry you had that happen.

[@marcusharrell7632]

Thanks dude! Im goin back Tuesday. This is so annoying

[@chrisloesch1870]

Has anyone had issues with this Putco LED blade light bar burning out around a year? I have one and are going to install it but have read that folks have had issues with this.

[@Donslife]

One of the reasons I chose Putco was for the 3 yr warranty and longer term ownership reviews

[@michaelpanacheese604]

What was the problem for engine light? Was it bad gas or something else.

[@Donslife]

Truck is fine right now, I will make an update soon. I need to find the time 😉

[@Rickj420]

How has your light been holding up so far?

[@Donslife]

Impeccable 💪🏼

[@ernierobison6017]

How do you know where to get the extra harness the module or whatever you wanna call it so you don't have to tap into the trailer lights

[@Donslife]

Putco 529005 Blade Quick Connect Harness For 2019+ Silverado/Sierra 1500: amzn.to/33EMvjX amzn.to/3g8EGWB

[@LCNismo]

What is the flat 4 adapter are you using? I have a 2022 refresh.

[@Donslife]

It’s a harness available from Putco.com

[@kellydixon1893]

Man this is the best light bar. Got it installed looks great till I closed tail gate. In the middle it just clips the light bar bracket. I measured each end and thought it would be straight, but nope. I used the stickies any ideas how to get the middle stickies down down or loose?

[@Donslife]

Maybe a little heat from a heat gun on low or a hair dryer?

[@kellydixon1893]

@@Donslife Thanks Don I got it. I tried it shortcut by leaving the tailgate hooked up cause more problems than it was worth I need to redo it. For now it's working good though.

[@Max-kn9yi]

How did you wire up the first one?

[@Donslife]

If you’re referring to the cheap amazon led strip, I spliced into the 7 pin harness for each wire I needed. This used to work with older models.

[@msmoni694581]

The right side of my putco bar is not lighting up. What do you think the problem could be?

[@Donslife]

I would start with checking the flat four connection to the Putco Taillight harness. Assuming of course you've installed it with their wiring.

[@sherifnawara8417]

Amazing thank you

[@Donslife]

No problem 😊

[@johnrambo4082]

I have a OBT7 Redline Triple LED Tailgate light bar Installed on my 2022 Tundra 1794. Everything works great. No codes/errors on Dash. Then, I noticed on one of my house cameras that when moving forward after Braking that sometimes the light bar flashed Yellow first then red when applying brakes. It happens frequently, but not everytime. Has anyone experience that or can check their OBT7 lightbars. Have someone stand behind and watch as you move forward a little and apply brakes.

[@michaelpanacheese604]

Where do you find the time? Lol I like this mod. Now just need one for front. I would go with 52 inch or maybe 42 inch. I drilled holes into my bumper

[@Donslife]

I am working in something currently. A video can take weeks or months planning and waiting for parts. I can’t always return things easily without huge shipping costs

[@danzare5638]

Good video , been thinking about getting this , but wonder; if it needs to be serviced under warranty who pays shipping ? I seen where other folks have had to pay $50 dollars to ship their light bar( different brand) to company for repair , something that costs over $200 to buy it should include shipping costs to manufacturer if it fails due to defective manufacturing

[@PutcoInc]

If something ever happens to your Blade you will be covered by our 3 year warranty. Shipping is included on all warranties!

[@craigmckee7770]

So I have the recon model on my 22 silverado... I just noticed my brake light is delayed with my actual brake lights. I tired to watch your "in action" demo but could never tell if you had that delay or not. Do you know if yours is in unison? I just did a video of mine so I'm about to ask recon about it. It doesn't look good if it's not coming on together imo

[@Donslife]

I checked every way the light bar is triggered to come on and I am happy to report there are no perceivable delays. Tested: Unlock, lock, reverse, signal left/right, brakes, lights on off from the main switch. All good, no delays.

[@iansherwood5423]

Did you have any issues with the “ park assist” not working properly after installing putco blade? I installed it a couple of days ago. I bought the plug and play wiring harness. It’s probably just a coincidence.. but when I start my AT4. The park assist switch will be illuminated. As soon as I shift vehicle into drive, error msg saying park assist is disabled will appear. This msg often appears when sensors are blocked by snow or mud, my truck is clean and no obstructions on sensors. I am just curious if you have heard of this issue before?

[@Donslife]

I have only had over sensitive parking sensors on the front of the truck due to snow, ice and mud. I can’t say I have had any problems with this light-bar so far

[@iansherwood5423]

@@Donslife I didn’t think it would cause an issue. I just thought I would ask. The large wiring harness is a pain in ass to reconnect. I probably just need to disconnect and put some Di-electric grease on it. Thanks for quick response

[@gabrielurias1260]

Hello done were can I find this harness for the blade tailgate light

[@Donslife]

Putco.com

[@Donslife]

Some blades might now have it built in. Back when this was made, you had to use the additional harness. My setup has been flawless so far

[@gabrielurias1260]

@@Donslife Thanks Don I purchased the harness will let you know how it comes out

[@bainsjatt7mm]

Good work bro

[@Donslife]

Why thank you!

[@PutcoInc]

Thanks for sharing your experience and great video! Please reach out to us if you are interested in a Blade of your own.

[@Donslife]

I really appreciate the response! You produce great products

[@colt2206]

Putco needs to rethink their pricing strategy. I am all for quality but no way I am paying that kinda price for a extra light. It’s ridiculous

[@Donslife]

They are at the high end for pricing for sure

[@seantylerwray]

Looks good but way too much wiring on the light bar.i prefer the opt7 redline triple light bar.only has a flat 4 connector and 1 wire for the reverse wire to hook up.also has sequential turn signals.

[@Donslife]

I looked hard at the same one you mention. I couldn’t easily get it shipped to Canada either. In the end with our extreme climate the IP69 rating for the Putco vs the IP67 rating for the Opt7. Also 3yr warranty vs 2. But I agree on all of the benefits you mention. Had it not been for the shipping issue, I may have tried it.

[@seantylerwray]

@@Donslife I didn't think about you being in canada.i haven't had any issues out of my opt7.ive had this one on my truck 2 1/2 years with zero issues.just bought my friend one for christmas.i had one on another truck also.before I discovered opt7 I ran cheap ones and they always got water in them and lights would burn out.i like how the mounting brackets were on your putco

[@antnope3042]

The fact that it’s not sequential was a complete no go for me

[@grayson8566]

Lmao dude it’s a 5 function, what more could you want? It’s a truck you’re driving. Not an Audi or a riced out Honda.

[@fdevies]

Where did you get the clips, have a link?

[@Donslife]

They came with the light bar from Putco

[@craigflatley7370]

👍

[@Donslife]

👍🏼

[@d.w.103]

Over $500 Dollars??? Crazy price for 3rd Brake Lite.

[@buffalobmf]

i never seen a truck that didnt have a burned out light strip lol

[@Donslife]

😂 Hopefully this changes that

[@cruzzindodge]

The putco is more expensive then the Recon top one

[@Donslife]

Putco has a 3yr warranty at no extra charge

[@EPA1102]

Man I thought this was going to be sequential

[@speedfreak8200]

LED does not use bulbs but rather diodes

[@Donslife]

Some use bulbs as a housing with the Light Emitting Diode inside. Crazy world live in

[@brianlight3853]

I wouldn't give you ten cents for anything Putco.

[@dwaynewood1795]

Putco's products are way way overpriced. I was floored when I viewed their site. For example I saw mudflaps on their site for $300. Ya- no thanks. However those lights do look great and I admit I'm a lighting freak, it's just better to go the cheaper route for the same products.

[@tommilligan9195]

Can’t get my tailgate off 2020 GMC

[@automotiveandmore]

Is there a version of that that doesn't blink amber? I would like it to blink red like the tailights.

[@Donslife]

Yes there is a red signal light option. I don’t know the model # for that one. They have a full catalog on their website