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2CAJUNS
Explorer
May 26, 2016

Replacing 1156 and 2057 bulbs or new replacement light kit

I want more visibility when stopping or signaling of my 5th wheeler. What is best option-changing out the standard 1156 and 2057 bulbs with led bulbs or purchase new led tail light kit. Auto Zone says I will also need a resistor strip because the flashing signal will become too fast. Any recommendations?

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  • Charlie_D_'s avatar
    Charlie_D_
    Explorer
    May 27, 2016
    Check Amazon. You can get LED bar lights for less money that the ones on the link. They have some with a lifetime warranty and made in the U.S.A..
  • beemerphile1's avatar
    beemerphile1
    Explorer
    May 27, 2016
    2CAJUNS wrote:
    Though about changing fixture but can't find one that matches size of what is on there now. 2015 Montana High Country. Thanks.


    How about keep the originals and install additional LED trailer fixtures?

    Command Electronics is a brand that a lot of OEM use;
    http://www.commandelectronics.com/shop/
  • 2CAJUNS's avatar
    2CAJUNS
    Explorer
    May 27, 2016
    Though about changing fixture but can't find one that matches size of what is on there now. 2015 Montana High Country. Thanks.
  • beemerphile1's avatar
    beemerphile1
    Explorer
    May 27, 2016
    Change the fixture, not the lamps. Most LED lamp replacements do not provide very good illumination in this use. The original tail light fixture is designed to work with an incandescent and the way it gives off light. An LED is more directional.
  • 2CAJUNS's avatar
    2CAJUNS
    Explorer
    May 27, 2016
    Ok, thanks. would it be best to change out all 4 bulbs or just the 1156
  • corvettekent's avatar
    corvettekent
    Explorer
    May 27, 2016
    2CAJUNS wrote:
    I want more visibility when stopping or signaling of my 5th wheeler. What is best option-changing out the standard 1156 and 2057 bulbs with led bulbs or purchase new led tail light kit. Auto Zone says I will also need a resistor strip because the flashing signal will become too fast. Any recommendations?


    You will not need a resistor strip because this is a trailer. You would if you replaced your truck tail lights.
  • RAS43's avatar
    RAS43
    Explorer III
    May 27, 2016
    I went with replacement assemblies and they made a big difference. And I did not change the flasher but it is a heavy duty electronic style many trucks have.

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