So I was able to free up about $600 in my budget and just like a crackhead I immediately thought "how can I put this into my jeep?"

I'm debating the merits of KC 665 HID Flood Lights (same models I had on my YJ and absolutely loved them) versus an ARB twin air compressor mounted under the hood.

I know it's apples and oranges, but I can only do one for now. The other will have to wait for Christmas.

 

Which will you use the most?

 

That is the question. I was pretty excited about the lights, but I suspect the OBA will prove more important. The other aspect is the installation and additional cost. The OBA will likely become more expensive throughout the install and take more time.

 

christmas isn't too far away... flip a coin and pick one, the other will be here before ya know it. or if one can be had on sale now pick the one you can save some coin on.

 

that's probably good advice. Thanks!

 

If you're running stock headlights then that's an easy answer. Replace those candle holders ASAP!

 

Im sure you will find better deals on lights during christmas than the OBA. Just my opinion though. I would go for OBA unless you actually hit the trails at night often.

 

Maybe so. Us, I think I'll go with the OBA. Thanks!

 

I don't have OBA per se (MV-50 in the storage "trunk"), but I use my compressor a lot. Way more than I find myself having to turn on big lights. I'd go air, but that's based on how often I've used my compressor. Which in case I didn't make it clear is a lot, haha. Heck, maybe just spend $80 on one yourself and get lights too!



Though having OBA is wayyyy easier than digging it out of storage and hooking it to battery each time.

 

I think you're right. Now I just have to research the various OBA systems. Thanks!