Lights for Cab Tractor

[Avenger]

As the days start to shorten, and the nights seem to get longer, I find myself using my lights more and more. However, I have noticed a problem with these lights. They are spot lights! Which, in of itself, is fine, except they have a portion of the lens that faces directly, 90ｰ, from the beam of light. Since the beams work better at a slight angle toward the ground, so I can see what I am doing, this little bit of light (which is a lot of light) seems to point directly into the cab, against the glass, effectively illuminating the dirt on the glass, and making visibility near impossible. Even when the glass is clean, the reflection of this light is too great.

I am in need of better lights for my cab tractor. Not looking to break the bank, and would prefer something in the LED spectrum that is bright, but in the directions I need (back into the cab not being one of them), and is more or less plug-n-play (though not required).

Any help with this? Has anyone (or everyone) changed out their lights to something better?

I have yet to try duct tape on the lights. I would rather change them out than go down that route.

Thanks in advance!

 

[mikester]

I bought one of these when they went on sale for $80
21 in. LED Light Bar with Cover | Princess Auto

and I liked it so much I bought another for the rear to replace the 4 halogens and added a second one on my bush bar. Regular list price is a little steep.

These light bars throw tons of light and are 100x better than the OEM halogens. Awesome for snow blowing in those long dark nights.

 

[atsah]

I have LED flood lights, I have them angled out a bit so they don't reflect back on the windows..

 

[nybirdman]

Lots of options at all price ranges.www.superbrights.com or Rigid Industries - LED Lighting | Rigid Industries

 

[atomchaser]

You can swap out the bulbs with LEDs which will help. I did that and installed inexpensive LED light bars from Amazon front and back and that makes a huge difference. I tied the light bars into the existing work light switches with a relay so I didn't have to unt a separate switch. Really nice on snowy dark mornings when plowing.

 

[Avenger]

Thank you! I will do some more reading and figure out what will work best for me.

 

[jdom84]

Thank you! I will do some more reading and figure out what will work best for me.

the stock lights on the XJ are just blocked by the loader and are not very bright

I bought some 7" cheapo flood beam combo led light bar lights from amazon for $30 and 4 4" cubes for $10 each. I installed the 7" with 1 forward and 1 backward. The others were going to be for the sides (1-2 o'clock/4-5 and 8-7 and 10-11 positions). Turned on the 7" lights and they are so freakin bright I dont need the others! Trying to think of a good use for them now...

Was thinking of some sort of flip up bracket attached to the SSQA mount cross tube that will allow me to maneuver the lights... but the question is, will I ever need that?

 

[Avenger]

That is bright! I will defiantly look into doing something with the cube lights. Was also thinking of mounting a light bar on the push bar? Though, I typically carry the bucket at that level, so it will probably just reflect back. Thanks for the photo!

 

[atsah]

When I'm clearing snow at night at the end of the driveway, I have to shut my lights off when a vehicle is coming because it blinds them. I have four auxbeam 4 inch floods, two headed backwards and two forwards on a bracket off the rops, LED headlight bulbs and two class 1 Abrams stobes, it looks like a UFO at night..

 

[Bluesteel]

LED work lights

 

[jdom84]

That is bright! I will defiantly look into doing something with the cube lights. Was also thinking of mounting a light bar on the push bar? Though, I typically carry the bucket at that level, so it will probably just reflect back. Thanks for the photo!

these are the 4" cubes, I haven't used yet but they are bright!
Amazon.com: LED Pods, NAO LED Work Lights Led Fog Light Bar Led Spot Flood Light 4inch 4X7W Driving Lights for Truck Car ATV Boat SUV, 2 years Warranty: Automotive


the 7 inch are basically the same as 4 4" lights

amazon doesnt seem to have the ones for $30 anymore but this is what they looked like.
Amazon.com: LED Light Bar,7 Inch 2PCS LED Flood Light Pods Work Light Bar LED Pod Lights Spot Beam Driving Fog Lights Triple Row Cubes Lights for Jeep Off-road Truck Boat: Automotive

 

[thekkfan]

I bought two pair of these to replace the factory 21w halogens on my 5510 cab. Instead of 2 yellow spots front and rear way out on the ground, I now have a complete flood of white light. I doubt they can be beat for the price.

Amazon.com: JAHURD LED Light Bars, 2PCS 7 Inch Flood LED Work Lights 45W Led Pods 12V-24V Offroad Cube driving Fog Light Trucks headlights Running Lamps for Jeep 4x4 SUV ATV 4WD Golf Cart Boat Lighting Waterproof: Automotive

 

[Avenger]

Very nice!! I have been checking out all these links, reading up on them, etc. I will make a decision and order something very soon. Photos (and probably a video) will be done shortly.
THANK YOU!!!

 

[JLwoodworks]

I did mine. Here's the info

https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/customization/373521-replaced-cab-lights-led-bars.html?highlight=

Jay

 

[Avenger]

Whoa! Thats what I was lookin for! AWESOME! Thank you so very much!!

 

[atomchaser]

You can see what my LEDs look like in this thread https://www.tractorbynet.com/forums...-cab-owners-several-questions.html?highlight=

 

[Piston]

I just purchased one of these, I plan to use it with my tractor and excavator so the magnetic mount seems really handy. Hope it holds up.
WOWLED 36W Floodlight LED Work Light Magnetic Base Mount Bracket Portable LED Light Bar Flood Beam Lamp for Car SUV Truck Boat Bar Jeep Off-Road Driving Lamp Fog Spot Lights WOWLED 36W Floodlight LED Work Light Magnetic Base Mount Bracket Portable LED Light Bar Flood Beam Lamp for Car SUV Truck Boat Bar Jeep Off-Road Driving Lamp Fog Spot Lights - - Amazon.com

 

[Avenger]

Without Breaking the bank, I installed new Auxbeam 7in lights last night. Spots up front and floods in the back. I did a comparison video LSXR4145C Tractor - Added better lights and preparing for cold weather - YouTube up on YouTube. But here are some images and links for the items I used.
Before


After



Let me know what you think!

 

[Avenger]

and of course the links!

connectors (PACK OF 10!)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N8QAUKA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Floods
https://www.amazon.com/Auxbeam-Ligh...8&qid=1544542898&sr=8-3&keywords=auxbeam+7+in

Spots
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T9GBU1...&pd_rd_r=469485c4-fd5b-11e8-9f30-ef32d0751eb2

 

[DontTreadOnBee]

Thanks for this post! Made my install quick and easy. I have the same setup as Avenger.