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Old Feb 1, 2014 | 05:00 AM
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Am considering adding an auxiliary backup light. I am looking at smaller LED and will likely put it on a switch to use when needed. I am wanting to see pictures of some of the locations, light types and switch locations some of you guys have tried. Thanks!
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Old Feb 1, 2014 | 05:30 AM
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I added a pair of Rigid Duallys (floods) to the frame after I ditched the rear bumper, wired on their own. They throw plenty of light back there!



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Old Feb 1, 2014 | 05:39 AM
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The switch locations will be the same across the board no matter what folks are running. You've got the spod across the windshield, switches in the a pillar, switches just above the driver's side speaker, and switches down below the a/c controls. A few people have put switches where the power windows go.

I started out with some kc 55w fog lights as reverse lights and they were awesome. Obviously not on par with rigid dually's, but still very bright. *Bear in mind that this is a camping and dune runner- not a rock crawler, so the location is fine for my application*



Then I got a new bumper and it had provisions for backup lights so I used them and they aren't nearly as bright as I hoped they would be. Poor choice for $100. GR "3 led" back up lights, 3 led's per light x 4 lights. The kc's would have still worked but I wanted all LED.



My lights are currently run to come on with the reverse circuit as well as when I flip my switch.
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Old Feb 1, 2014 | 07:01 AM
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Two threads?? Maybe the mods can help you merge these.

https://www.jk-forum.com/forums/jk-show-tell-33/auxillary-backup-light-picture-request-295655/
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Old Feb 1, 2014 | 07:04 AM
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Put two 6in led bars from Blitzpro. Works well with plenty of light from behind

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Old Feb 1, 2014 | 07:16 AM
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I got one single Blitzpro Hawk 6D light, driving pattern, mounted to my Jerry can carrier. I have it hooked up to its own switch so I can use it in the woods to see behind me or for if I want to use it backing up. Also comes in handy when ppl are tailgating or using high beams behind u lol. I also swapped my stock reverse bulbs for led replacements.
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Old Mar 2, 2014 | 03:06 AM
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I just replaced my A-Pillar Mounted Rigid D2 Driving lights with D2 Hyperspots so I decided to move one of the D2 Driving lights to the rear of the Jeep as a backup light.

The Backup light is triggered by putting the Jeep in reverse. I used an old antenna mount that I had to mount the D2 on the spare tire carrier.

I am very pleased with the D2 Driving as a reverse light and the Hyperspots are perfect on the A-Pillar mounts for additional distance.

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Old Mar 2, 2014 | 06:45 AM
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I also did the KC fogs, they mounted right up to factory holes in the frame. I spliced into the reverse light to kick on the relay but also ran a switch up front so I can turn them on when needed. I'm sure I could rub them off if fi really tried,but don't think I ever come close.
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