Go Back   Alberta Outdoorsmen Forum > Main Category > General Discussion

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 05-21-2018, 12:00 AM
nube nube is offline
 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: In a house
Posts: 7,778
Default Anyone Know much About LED Lightbars?

I am looking to get some LED Lights and run them off my 12 volt battery on my boat. What do I need to know about doing this sort of thing? Basically wanting some good lights while running on a lake or river in low light or in the dark and being able to see good in front of me.
Any info would be great thanks
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 05-21-2018, 08:36 AM
TimeOff's Avatar
TimeOff TimeOff is offline
 
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Yes
Posts: 721
Default

Whether you by them from Ebay, Amazon, or locally, get a harness kit with it. Usually includes fuse, switch and connectors to do the install yourself. Make sure have enough nylon Ty-wraps to stow the wires.
You can get Spot or Flood style. Also 3d or 5d lenses have both incorporated. Also make sure you don't exceed the amperage draw for what you're boats electrical system can sustain, Alternator or generator output.
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 05-21-2018, 10:10 AM
Desert Eagle Desert Eagle is offline
 
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: GP
Posts: 953
Default

The cost is quite a bit more for a good light. I would spend the extra and go with rigid lights as they have amazing warranty and are the brightest you can get. I've went the other route a few times and have been disappointed every time.
Reply With Quote
  #4  
Old 05-21-2018, 12:45 PM
nube nube is offline
 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: In a house
Posts: 7,778
Default

Thanks guys. I am looking for flood lights I think. There are some I see that do a bit of both so I will have to check it out.
Reply With Quote
  #5  
Old 05-21-2018, 01:13 PM
MountainTi's Avatar
MountainTi MountainTi is offline
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Caroline
Posts: 7,276
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by nube View Post
Thanks guys. I am looking for flood lights I think. There are some I see that do a bit of both so I will have to check it out.
https://lightbarsupply.com/collectio...-free-shipping


Should set you up. The bars are flood/spot combo, which is what you want.
Can spend 10X more on rigid, but not worth it to me. These will last a long time
__________________
Two reasons you may think CO2 is a pollutant
1.You weren't paying attention in grade 5
2. You're stupid
Reply With Quote
  #6  
Old 05-21-2018, 01:19 PM
pikeslayer22 pikeslayer22 is offline
 
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 3,711
Default

Hey Nube try Uncle weiners they have a pile of lights there for a decent price. Have one on my Polaris Ranger it’s hard on the battery
Reply With Quote
Reply


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 02:25 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.5
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.