Toyota Hilux 2021 SUPER BRIGHT mods part 5

[@Ronny_Dahl]

Obviously this was recorded before the Roof rack issue so please ignore the rack and focus on the subjects. Check legalities with roof lights as it will differ from state to state. I'm also aware that 6 lights on top is not technically legal but also does not make the vehicle dangerous in my opinion. Cheers Ronny

[@John-td9cp]

There is a loophole for the law i believe you can say that the extra lights are camping/utility lights. I think it can depend on how you have them switched though.

[@aussiedrifter]

G'day Ronny, Mate you can run all those additional lights (6 on the roof) legally in a Off Road driving I checked all that out before fitting the lights to our expedition truck. I have 6 Bull Lights on the roof, 2 Bull Lights on the Bull Bar & 3 Light bars 1 Centre & 2 angled on either side. + 4 Rock lights. If you check out ADR 13-00 & IB-132C Vehicle Safety and Standards Information Bulletin (Updated August 2017) FITMENT AND USE OF ADDITIONAL AND OPTIONAL VEHICLE LIGHTS (LAMPS) Have a good one Mate, Steve.

[@explorelife2968]

There is no technically about it. It’s just illegal

[@mabamabam]

@@djjames6576 As a taxpayer I expect cops to defect cars that blind oncoming drivers. Mainly dickheads towing boats and caravans, but a few tools with massive spotties, and lots and lots of idiots who just dont dip their highbeams. But it has nothing to do with the number of lights on your car. Its whether you shine them in peoples eyes.

[@PeterKnagge]

Sorry, but vehicles with ultra bright arctic white lights and fog lights on 24/7 are pet peeves of mine. Having masses of glarey lights doesn't make you look cool, it just makes you a road hazard to other road users. I have a pair of 300w spots and a double stack of Stedi light bars (4 driving lights legal maximum) and I can't see why anyone would need any more light than that. Everyone seems to think they are so above the law and self-entitled these days. We all live in Australia and not China, so clean up your act... Everyone seems to be making the same mistake as ASPW. They claim they are "keeping it simple" yet attach 1001 "trinkets" on their vehicle to impress sponsors and viewers and turn their vehicle into an undrivable "hot mess". I've taken a lot longer than everyone to build my vehicle but it gives me time to test and to go through problems and time to educate and think what I need before adding anything else. Instead of lashing out and throwing on a whole heap of mods and having a whole heap of problems to deal at the same time. Slow and steady wins the race.

[@deuscartel]

I’m a long time listener, and as you are an influencer I think it is in the best interest of your brand and your followers that you disclose which products are given to you - regardless if they were the ones you always use ect. Not doing so hurts your credibility when discussing products. All credit to you for the rhinorack honesty. We can all see your excited with this build and brands wanting to work with you is a testament to your years of work on this platform. 👍🏽

[@Malc664]

You mean would Ronny really fit the expensive parts if they were not given to him. I think Ronny is trustworthy and wants your loyalty. He said he paid for the Garmin so money is not seen as the deciding factor I don't think. Ronny gets quality regardless of who pays.

[@deuscartel]

@@Malc664 I’m not talking about quality. It’s about the grey area regarding paid promotions. I know different regions have different legislation regarding content and disclosure about sponsored/gifted products & services. These brands are providing Ronny with product because they want content made about their products which is a form of advertising. I am not having a go at Ronny or any other content creator, they work bloody hard getting this stuff out there, I just think that full disclosure would be beneficial to everyone, including Ronny.

[@mrjackt-4wdtouringinwester769]

"Trust me, I know what I've been talking about, I've been driving in the dark for the last 15 years". I think there's only one trip recently where you two got somewhere to camp in daylight, so in homage to yours (and Torbs) amazing ability to almost never find campsites until well after dark, my favourite phrase at the moment when myself and friends get to a campsite after dark is to refer to it as: "Doing a Ronny"! Loving this build up, and quite like your take on the "modular" light bar concept!!!

[@Scott-ot7yl]

Not to mention, lightforce lights are made right here in Australia!

[@royblackburn1163]

Could you just buy a 2nd mount and share the garmin between both trucks?

[@rajarizal4739]

Great video. A question, does the grill light in anyway obstructs the air intake to the radiators?

[@jhtapping]

Would you buy a second garmin unit, or just another mounting bracket since it's magnetic?

[@AndyCan]

Sometimes the zombies are out to the sides - better get another 4

[@suitinaute]

Hi Ronny, Would be good to have some views from the cabin with the roof lights on and off. Does much light come into the cabin from the roof lights? If so, is it distracting? Cheers

[@AllTerrainAction]

Honestly I don't know if you can truly show how good lights are on a video, I would at a guess imagine they look twice as good in person than what a camera picks up, must say thought camera has been setup well to show it the best possible on a video. 1) What Alternator you upgraded too I assume the 2021 Fortuner would be the same fitment and 2) All your magnetic stuff, do they manage well to stay connected in the rough off road? 3) GME plug into the dash, where can we buy that from? Overall nice video, lux is coming along nicely.

[@darrenbroadbent7882]

How do you find the glare through the windscreen with the 6 lights on? Would It differ against a “light bar” over individual lights?

[@zoezoe610]

I think the two outside roof lights need to be turned more to the side of the road to get the dark spots where animals come from. More light to the sides of the car.

[@elrud5964]

@@Matthew_Australia looks super avo but.

[@bush2coast801]

@@Matthew_Australia Yer because YOU said so.... His lights as are Legal based on switching and W.A Laws IB-132C Vehicle Safety and Standards 5. Search or work lights

[@stephanm.4715]

Ronny your attention to detail and your presentation is amazing. Cheers mate

[@scottsdm]

Ronny, what alternator did you put in? Is it still a variable current one/ "smart alternator"?

[@ollie620]

@@stevenb9844 you sound like a 13 year old girl talking about Justin Bieber

[@stevenb9844]

@@ollie620OMG your so funny, you obviously follow Justin to mention him. You dh

[@markgs6941]

Damn this is a good channel. First the load hardlid got me sold and now the spotlight hack. Awesome job

[@stephen271]

Hey mate thanks for the info just wondering how did you run the wiring down from the roof lights?

[@gregkeegan7715]

I have just ordered a Dmax so this series of videos are very handy. I think $2000 worth of light a littleoverkill. A pair would be fine for me.

[@neth77]

I have a single bar lol and it is insanely brighter than the stock headlights, but hey if you love your lights...

[@mountainconstructions]

One of the best Real Time light comparisons ive seen Well done Ronny, great footage and camera settings to allowing the recording to show, what our eyes would see

[@Sam-LC300]

Hey Ronny. It's good you were a bit of a gamer back in the day as you touch on software annoyances and things non tech savvy people wouldn't notice. Cheers.

[@Colzey92]

Yet another good build vid. What’s the brand of your phone holder?

[@HuntShootOffroad]

Not enough spread, I'm more concerned about what's on the side of the road than 1km down the road, plus the effects of coming off high beam on the highway.

[@ledermanrobert]

I’m so happy you have decided to go for a Hilux. We can’t get the 79-series LC here in Sweden. I bought my Hilux brand new in 2015. Can’t wait to see how your will turn out. I have been following your channel for a few years now. It is exiting to see how your vehicles and video productions are evolving! Keep up the good work. 💪🤠

[@MMHCC850]

Can those lights inside the grill block air flow to the radiator?

[@Jetchisel]

It's an experiment, time will tell. This is what is great about the Luxy build; we all learn from Ronny's experience !

[@GCTO239]

This whole air blocking topic is a bit overblown. Toyota's tropic radiator spec cools the car efficiently. These small lights do not have any negative effect.

[@peppermcdonald9156]

@@Jetchisel ya mean stupidity!

[@peppermcdonald9156]

@@GCTO239 have a look at the Berrimah diesel page.

[@steveallen1340]

I would be interested in your thoughts on the real world use of the 2 lights in the grill vs 2 on the roof. The 2 on the roof seemed to throw the light better but the 2 in the grill would keep the bonnet dark, so may be better on your eyes.

[@PedroLopez-sx1zw]

Thanks for all videos. I have a Toyota Hilux cargo 2014 here in Tromsø, North of Norway

[@Reaper4367]

good info and revue. I run the Hema unit also... yup..anywho..lol. Will be interesting to see how the new magnetic 'secured' nav unit does on corrugations and and decent off road 'drops and slops'. Good stuff Ronny, cheers for sharing.

[@77Demoraliser]

I’m looking at it as one whole light...brilliant 🤣

[@devil8923]

loving the series helping me a bit with my build of my 2020 sr5 hilux :) i ran into the same issue with the uhf hand piece and mounted in the exact same spot :) but i mounted the unit behind the glovebox. just working on what im going to do for mounting my compressor and dual battery at the moment i want to go lithium behind the rear seat. and after watch your last vid i have to decide on roof racks hahha thanks :)

[@dannymatthews8900]

I might have missed it but where did you get the custom switches from? Found some but like the idea of ones that you know work

[@neth77]

The Hilux looks unreal, such a change from stock. Love it!. Did you think about angling the two outer roof lights slightly towards the side for a bigger spread? Or not needed? cheers.

[@masonnagle]

I think he has.

[@johnlincicum6390]

He commented that he did in the video.

[@neth77]

@@johnlincicum6390 Doesn't look like it, but I did catch that he said the outside ones were more spread. I think meaning closer to edge of car, their angle looks identical to the others.

[@kobyeaton6302]

Hey mate, interested to know more about your UHF set up. Do you plan on running a second UHF with a higher Db antenna and if so would you mount that to your roof platform or your bull bar? Cheers Bud :)

[@elrud5964]

Do the multiple roof lights throw more then a single 50 inch lightbar. Would a single light bar draw alot less? Not sure if roof mount light bars are legal or not.

[@bluesagebrett]

The tree back in your light comparison looks like a wild beast

[@Checkerz-le7rs]

I second the comment "don't buy cheap lights" as I'm about to buy another set. Buy once, cry once 🤣👍

[@jchambers1191]

Thank you for the great work you put into your videos. They never fail to deliver concise information and justification for your opinions. I always look forward to seeing your new content, thanks for all the work you put into it. Someday I'll be able to go wheeling in Australia, but I still have tons of unexplored land here in the United States. Thanks again for the solid work you do. :-)

[@megahurts2]

How much does that ARB bull bar weigh you? I may have missed that in one of the previous videos so my bad.

[@sharada.a]

Great video as always. Have you tested the temperature of the lights mounted in the grill vs lights mounted on the bar? I work in lighting industry (not automobile lighting though). The biggest factor that affects the lifetime of an LED is the temperature. If they get too hot the lifetime will drop significantly. Some lights are designed to throttle if it gets too hot for the same reason. Although if they are still running lower than the rated temperature inside the grill It'll probably be fine.

[@downhiller001]

Gday Ronny, luv the videos. you mentioned that you use the magnet phone holder and would of use a magnetic iPad holder if using a iPad, what brand of magnetic hold do you use as ive tried a few and found the magnet not that strong. Appreciate it mate

[@gregsb3454]

Just wondered how you got the power for the lights and the aerial cable to the roof ?

[@FatboyAussie]

Snorkel?

[@gamingarc1612]

Hey Ronny. Have you ever considered an aftermarket stereo to use as a GPS instead of the standalone units you've been using?

[@irwinjimenez]

Are these strikers you demonstrated Halogen, HID, or LED?

[@shaunstewart3926]

Hi Ronny ! Can you purchase the brackets for the lights behind ur grill ? And what’s the website cheers 👍🏻

[@AlexandarHullRichter]

Couple of questions: First, I see two big lights in the bull bar that you aren't talking about. Do you use those, or are they for looks? Second, have you ever put lights on the front of the side mirrors, or is it better to just throw them all on the roof?

[@dubious6718]

Don't recall if he has done a vide on bullbar, so it might be mentioned then, but I guess they are fog lights

[@1frxns1]

Hi Ronny, I'm planning on mounting a hideaway radio unit from Midland in my 2021 Hilux as well, where did you buy the cover with the rj45 connection for the handheld that you put in the switch blank ?! Can't find anything like it anywhere...

[@juanpablogomez4068]

Does the grill lights affect the performance of the luxy? Because in the possition that they’re in they might block a little the air flow for the radiator

[@bretthoneyman1280]

If you like the Garmin and want one for the cruiser, an option is to buy another charge/mount base and use the one unit. Love the vids mate.

[@sand_shifter]

So why not just run an iPad ? With hema app ? I’m confused 🤷... or run the biggest iPhone would do the same. Less dash clutter surely. Your rig your call though.. The Hili does look excellent great 👍

[@GregPalmer2]

Nice build young felah,like all us 4wheel drivers we are all constantly looking for modifications for our rigs. Mapping l find the Get Lost maps integrated onto you lpad with Oziexplorer the best,the cost is the ipad and the Oziexplorer app,maps are free with donations excepted. For me l like to keep my 2way at eye level to stop looking down if you have it on the right channel.

[@ignacioentrocasso8171]

I love it. But I am the one that always tell you to put the roof lights in a way that the light doesn't touch nor the bonnet not the windscreen. A way to get away with your way, is to put some extension below the lights, making a shade over bonnet/windscrean. Regards. Nacho. Patagonia. Argentina

[@cameronwood1994]

I've had a pair Lightforce Striker LED's for a while now (live in the UK but also driven in Europe and done a West-East crossing of Africa) and they truly are excellent, more so in Europe and Southern Africa than in East Africa, and here's why. Having used them in East Africa, the prevailing dust in the atmosphere means that even running normal main beams without extra lights results in dazzle - it's like driving through fog at times. Therefore, if you are only travelling in East Africa or areas with prevailing dust, they may not be worth it. However, elsewhere, they transform night driving and well worth the money.

[@xaxs101]

Will the lights behind the grill affect engine cooling?

[@harryballzack]

I’d run just 4 lights up top. Two forward two aimed at sides. Then the grill lights. Do grill lights affect engine temp? Blocking the radiator.

[@Sthilboy56]

Looking good , do you get any cooling problems with the lights behind the grill ?

[@Ronny_Dahl]

No mate all good cooling wise

[@Sthilboy56]

@@Ronny_Dahl 👍

[@sloanem19]

Cool video again. Your breakdown of prices was funny: custom swithes componets. 😂 Cars looking good man

[@5JSG]

Excellent video. Off topic, which suspension did you go with on the Hilux? Thanks

[@flynncruickshank6211]

He went with the old mad emu suspension, you can see it if you go into his Instagram page

[@desertrat2999]

Hey Ronny, greetings form the uk great videos , I've got one of these on order here in the UK. Invincible spec does come with lsd and not locker here, i will be looking for an auxiliary tank to fit where the spare wheel goes, any recommendations from oz?, look forward to more development videos, cheer's Gary

[@RyanYoxo]

Hey Ronny is this a sponsored build?

[@dubious6718]

Some is, some isn't He got the roof rack for free, but it turned out to be shit, so..

[@sozekeysersoze]

I understand why you would want to mount the 6 lightforce on the rack as high as possible.. Imho, it would look awesome if you installed them in the gap between the rack and the roof. Thx for the great videos

[@skitzy8189]

We have a set on one of my cars and they are a good little light or you could say bang for buck.we are looking at getting a few more sets.plus they are light weight and don’t drew to much amps as well.

[@weswilde]

I see you watched Lifestyle Overland's review of the Garmin, How has your experience differed from his? Looking forward to your update.

[@darrenturner8035]

Nice review Ronny, great timing with the navigation I’m currently looking into purchasing a system. I will now look at Garmin. Cheers

[@4WheelsOnTheRoad]

If it helps I did a review and comparison with the hema on my channel a few weeks back

[@darrenturner8035]

@@4WheelsOnTheRoad , Thanks just had a look good job

[@jamestanner9198]

@@4WheelsOnTheRoad have a look at ExplorOz Australian family business with better maps and POI's

[@4WheelsOnTheRoad]

@@jamestanner9198 already bought the Garmin

[@4WheelsOnTheRoad]

@@krump743 lol. So you say you are not interested in my video but want me to answer you and give you a lazy mans way out. Jeez mate take 2 seconds to support people who create content for you to view for free. The world is not your slave buddy

[@robmem11]

@Ronny Dahl when are you going to talk about the bull bar, and how much kg’s this adds?

[@terriblehans]

Amazing Mods you did to the Hilux! Am always learning from you and YOUR amazing videos, but why not use laser lights at least 2 driving lights? They Will Give you alot more performance to penetrante the road and Will use half of the power draw. I have 2 láser driving lights and a 48" 4 rows and as you said, LED are more spreads and for go slower. Cheers from Guatemala. Love your content.

[@thomasdobson3823]

Love the roof rack 😉... what brand is it again? 😁

[@LukeTC-qj2zg]

Ronny, what alternator did you upgrade to?

[@johnfitzgerald5158]

Living in the state of Pennsylvania in the US, PA DOT specifies any auxiliary lights above the headlights need to be covered on the road. I am not interested in stopping to pull them on and off to use the lights. I also do not like anything on the roof for clearance and weight purposes. The 4 KCs on the bull bar are plenty for me and remain legal without covers.

[@The_Spleener]

What brand are the light switches? Are the compatible with any brand?

[@stuartsmith4882]

Hey Ronny, you’ve got a typo in your cost rundown at the end “Swithes”. Apparent even with all those lights you still can’t c...

[@dinho890i]

😅😂😂

[@peppermcdonald9156]

Mmm can’t read or spell

[@YouTubeBinging]

So how's that keeping it simple build going? 🤣 It's hard to stop once it is started. It's coming along nicely.

[@Triple-N]

Big fan of the roof mounting of lights. Apart of longer light throw, roof mounting doesn't interfere with the car's cooling system. Downside to roof mount is aerodynamics.

[@bjp107]

Who are the Grover Customs you mentioned who did the brackets for the grill lights? I didn't catch the name and can't find them. Cheers

[@waarithsharif9662]

Bro I’ve also been searching far and wide for them.

[@bjp107]

@@waarithsharif9662 Be good if we got a reply

[@waarithsharif9662]

I even ran that part with cc subtitles and I googled “graber customs,” to no avail

[@DSKbangervideos]

Ronny, do you get any interference on your cb radio with these lightforce strikers? Looking for lighting for my project and love the look of these lightforce strikers

[@jamesmorris8243]

There is actually a slot behind your glovebox for the CB. no need to place it in your glovebox.

[@elitesuppswagga6782]

Awesome vid again Ronny 💪

[@AntCole]

Saw in the roof vid you had working/side lights too, was looking forward to those in this lighting vid. Lightforce too? Would be great if could cover how bright is best for them :)

[@MS-es9hm]

as always, thank you for the great review and pointers to think about.

[@ZaberBiest]

No comment on the influence on the airflow into the grill and radiator, intercooler, A/C radiator with the two lights there?

[@holgermuller2987]

Hi Ronny, like your vid about the add on lights. Not so much of having them on my vehicle, but reading through all of the comments. Very impressed about what you put on your new Toy! Guess with all the light and upgraded alternator you can run a cooling trailer and go after deer’s & hog’s for a big feed. Just let us know when and where is the BBQ! We will bring the ale, skol.

[@brazocksshikocks9542]

Does an ecu remap kill injectors? I want to remap my 2.5 hilux but am afraid

[@NathanKingOverland]

This is seriously a great video. I keep messing around with cheap lights and being dissatisfied with the result. I’m going to do it right and get the correct number of lights and be done with it because of this video.

[@PerthLtd]

What alternator did you replace with?

[@gride5153]

Did I notice that your grill light was upside down? If so, does that effect the beam?

[@Jetchisel]

Good thinking number one!

[@rivernelson7239]

Yep upside down, not sure how/ if it would effect the beam, but my OCD couldn’t live with that 🥴

[@troutchaser7424]

Hi Ronnie do you have the lonks for the two guy's you mentioned who reviewed the Garmin ? Thanks

[@4x4pete30]

Thought you wanted to do a live video on installing your new roof rack. - When will that come?

[@seemamcdonald]

Let’s hope he reads the instructions

[@XLegitLegacy94]

MORE HILUX VIDS PLEASE!!! 😍👍

[@MrLoridin]

Isn't that the GME XRS 330, not the 370? The 370 has a metal casing and an external speaker with the Rj45 port on the left-hand side, not the right like the 330.

[@favouritejay]

I love the lights. They have a real American truck vibe.

[@favouritejay]

@Guy martin they look super yank-ee. Ya know?

[@papaloo2000]

I had 2 Hella LBX 380 light bars mounted behind the front grill. It was a pain for me to clean the dead bugs and dried slush from the lights, the sole annoying reason I had to move them out to the bumper. The other problem I had is when the vehicle has to idle for longer duration with the grill lights on especially summer nights, the mud and clay sediments on the lights heat up and dry, then over heat the lights and blow up the fuse.

[@belvit]

Why wasn’t the bracket for grill lights trimmed down to save cutting the plastic trim

[@geoffor19]

Yeeeahhhh Ronny!! Rig Luxy, how about a video about organising battery connections and wiring? Engine bay and secondary!

[@ablokecalledbeer]

YEW, new Ronny vid! Let's go!

[@nathanbarnes7031]

Mate what video do you talk about you snorkel and long range fuel tank

[@neardood1]

I reckon a good lightbar or combo of lightbar/spotties would have worked better. The spread on either side is quite poor, and the factory headlights actually look pretty bright. Form over function right there.

[@SomervilleMetalWorks]

I trust ASPW he doesn't bullshit around... Also ASPW trying to flog you a $850 fuse box.. no bullshit there lol

[@4x4CampingandAdventures]

I spoke about this to my installer and it seems everyone is trying to solve a problem that does not exist with relays and switches.

[@trentpooley7020]

Hey mate sorry to bother you. What brand is your dash mate and where you get it from thanks.

[@gordonchristie8355]

Gday. I've had Garmin GPS'S for about 12 years now and iv'e found that leaving them attached on the windscreen in heat they only last about 3 years. But in saying that I think they are the best on the market!1 by the way the dimmer works on time which you can change in the settings menu. luv ya work, cheers Gordo. ps I put my xrs 330 in the kick panel on the passenger side out of the way

[@user-xx6gi5zo6p]

To me, roof lights are the most important as they get rid of the shadows made by salt bush or long grasses so you can see roos. It must not shine onto the bonnet or bar

[@tatsuo91]

Hey Ronny will you address the roofrack issue on the next vid and looking forward to the alternator video, i need a 140amps alt but dont know wich brand to get that fits the lux

[@oldbloke204]

I have been spending plenty of time on this since the whole thing came out. Awaiting a reply from the company and am expecting things to happen next week from what I have heard. We'll see I guess but the more I look at how they present their "formula" the less I like the way they handle it. I am waiting to contact my vehicle manufacturer to see if they have a reduced roof loading for off road work and if not it appears that the manufacturer of this product arbitrarily reduces the figures to cover themselves. I get that they may want to reduce the carrying capacity of their unit off road but why do they use the roof figure rather than the rack carrying capacity for this calculation? I will also be checking if the factory supplied platform is subject to off road weight restrictions and if not I will be asking more questions. More to come on this yet I think.

[@wikkidme755]

Not sure about the grill lights. I like a pair of spotties on the bar sitting forward of everything. Then I don’t need to use the roof light so much.

[@beanfrankednow5391]

Nice roof rack mate