LED accessory back up lights?

[Mason1217]

So, like others I find the backup camera at night to be useless. Its amazing clarity in daylight but totally sucks at night. I've been looking at adding some light to help improve night time camera quality, but I'm confused as to how they are powered? Do they plug into the standard plugs on the back of the truck where a trailer would? Or do they need to be wired separately to the taillights somehow? Now of the ones I've found explain that very well. Like these as an example. https://www.google.com/shopping/pro...&ved=0ahUKEwiEn5Hc1ITeAhWSUt8KHebUACAQgjYI4QQ

 

[2019REBEL]

Depends some plug into the plug(4 pin) on back but the only way you will get reverse light is if you wire it into your reverse light or if it has the 7 pin plug which has the reverse light built into the plug.
I know I have the Opt7 led bar on my current 2014 and I plugged it into the 4 pin but still had to run the wire and attach it to reverse light. It is plenty bright for me.

 

[Jordan2929]

You could splice a wire into the reverse light and run that to a relay so it doesn't give you a code, and you could power the relay off the battery power and ground wires on the 7-pin trailer plug. This would mean you still have access to both trailer plugs and just a cleaner install all together.

 

[Mason1217]

Thanks for the input, I just feel like it needs more light back there at night.

 

[JamMastaJ]

I did this, Best $40 i've spent, no codes or issues. Only took a few minutes to wire up

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Tow-Light-Bracket-Steel-Tow-Hitch-Mounting-Bracket-Dual-LED-Backup-Reverse/302840650262?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Led-Pods-Senlips-2x18W-Cree-Leds-Spot-Light-Led-Fog-Lights-Offroad-Led-Light/302869107812?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648

https://www.ebay.com/itm/7-Way-Roun...16c9c9b:g:PukAAOSwV0RXvzW2:rk:1:pf:0&LH_BIN=1

 

[Mason1217]

Cool, thanks for the input.

 

[Billet1500 4x4]

I prefer using my mirrors, but the reverse lights offer zero side illumination. Ram should have used the turnsigal lens with led switchbacks it's a clear lens and would have put out great light for the sides and back. I haven't pulled the tail light yet to see if it's possible to easily retro, but from the out side it looks like the led tails are smd boards and not led bulbs could be wrong though.

 

[jamesfg]

You could splice a wire into the reverse light and run that to a relay so it doesn't give you a code, and you could power the relay off the battery power and ground wires on the 7-pin trailer plug. This would mean you still have access to both trailer plugs and just a cleaner install all together.

+1,000,000

This is the best way to get your lighting your looking for and will have zero chance of burning down your truck if you get a short or pinched wire.

 

[cjmst23]

I did this, Best $40 i've spent, no codes or issues. Only took a few minutes to wire up

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Tow-Light-Bracket-Steel-Tow-Hitch-Mounting-Bracket-Dual-LED-Backup-Reverse/302840650262?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Led-Pods-Senlips-2x18W-Cree-Leds-Spot-Light-Led-Fog-Lights-Offroad-Led-Light/302869107812?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648

https://www.ebay.com/itm/7-Way-Roun...16c9c9b:g:PukAAOSwV0RXvzW2:rk:1:pf:0&LH_BIN=1

This is a great setup. Looks like it should throw lots of light.

 

[cjmst23]

I did this, Best $40 i've spent, no codes or issues. Only took a few minutes to wire up

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Tow-Light-Bracket-Steel-Tow-Hitch-Mounting-Bracket-Dual-LED-Backup-Reverse/302840650262?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Led-Pods-Senlips-2x18W-Cree-Leds-Spot-Light-Led-Fog-Lights-Offroad-Led-Light/302869107812?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648

https://www.ebay.com/itm/7-Way-Roun...16c9c9b:g:PukAAOSwV0RXvzW2:rk:1:pf:0&LH_BIN=1

Assuming I know NOTHING about wiring.... What clip / connector did you use to splice into the backup lights so the LEDs come on at the right time? And, what type of special wite went from the LEDs to that trailer light plug?
Thx for the help!

 

[JamMastaJ]

Here is a video that explains how to wire a trailer plug. I only connected the reverse light lead and ground lead on the plug to the led lights. Connect the + cable from the led lights to the reverse light lead on the plug. Connect the - cable from the led lights to the ground terminal on the plug. Very simple. I also used the same plug to run my bed lights. I ran a cable from the AUX lead in the trailer plug to a toggle switch mounted in my bed that allows me to turn the bed lights on and off even when the truck is not on.

I don't know if this is the "Right" way to do it. But i'm not too keen on splicing into the factory wiring of a brand new truck under warranty. This is temporary and can be reversed. I plan on running it permanently though.

 

[cjmst23]

Here is a video that explains how to wire a trailer plug. I only connected the reverse light lead and ground lead on the plug to the led lights. Connect the + cable from the led lights to the reverse light lead on the plug. Connect the - cable from the led lights to the ground terminal on the plug. Very simple. I also used the same plug to run my bed lights. I ran a cable from the AUX lead in the trailer plug to a toggle switch mounted in my bed that allows me to turn the bed lights on and off even when the truck is not on.

I don't know if this is the "Right" way to do it. But i'm not too keen on splicing into the factory wiring of a brand new truck under warranty. This is temporary and can be reversed. I plan on running it permanently though.

Great info.... I think I got it. Appreciate the response!

 

[Neurobit]

I did this, Best $40 i've spent, no codes or issues. Only took a few minutes to wire up

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Tow-Light-Bracket-Steel-Tow-Hitch-Mounting-Bracket-Dual-LED-Backup-Reverse/302840650262?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Led-Pods-Senlips-2x18W-Cree-Leds-Spot-Light-Led-Fog-Lights-Offroad-Led-Light/302869107812?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648

https://www.ebay.com/itm/7-Way-Roun...16c9c9b:g:PukAAOSwV0RXvzW2:rk:1:pf:0&LH_BIN=1

Cool setup. Thanks for the pics.

 

[ewmyers76]

I did this, Best $40 i've spent, no codes or issues. Only took a few minutes to wire up

https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Tow-Light-Bracket-Steel-Tow-Hitch-Mounting-Bracket-Dual-LED-Backup-Reverse/302840650262?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Led-Pods-Senlips-2x18W-Cree-Leds-Spot-Light-Led-Fog-Lights-Offroad-Led-Light/302869107812?ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648

https://www.ebay.com/itm/7-Way-Roun...16c9c9b:g:PukAAOSwV0RXvzW2:rk:1:pf:0&LH_BIN=1

This is great info. I yell every time i go to back up at night because there is horrible lighting on a 60k truck!! Did you create the connector? I wonder if i can just splice in to the correct with on the back side of the 7 pin plug. That was my plan with a Putco Blade i bought but it will not fit a 2019 ram.

 

[Jordan2929]

This is great info. I yell every time i go to back up at night because there is horrible lighting on a 60k truck!! Did you create the connector? I wonder if i can just splice in to the correct with on the back side of the 7 pin plug. That was my plan with a Putco Blade i bought but it will not fit a 2019 ram.

If you get one of these (linked below) you won't have to cut into the factory wiring, all you have to do is cut one of the plugs off this harness then you have all the wires you'd need and you wont have to worry about the factory wires corroding.
https://www.ebay.com/p/OEM-Trailer-...tter-40984/1734397677?iid=131330539877&chn=ps

 

[geotex1]

Search VLEDS LPR here. The best solution IMO.

 

[Gravy12]

Search VLEDS LPR here. The best solution IMO.

Did you install this on your truck? The LPR?

 

[Gravy12]

Search VLEDS LPR here. The best solution IMO.

Did you install the LPR on your truck?

 

[geotex1]

Did you install the LPR on your truck?

Yes, if you search for it you should find my positive comments! I actually bought two more and installed on my other vehicle and travel trailer.

 

[Gravy12]

Yes, if you search for it you should find my positive comments! I actually bought two more and installed on my other vehicle and travel trailer.

Which way did you go to tap into power?