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Hello
Just picked up my new 2020 Ram 1500 Laramie Sport, LOVE IT. Upgraded from 2012 QC outdoorsman. So Im a light guy, and I am wondering if the after market LED bulbs are worth upgrading to if I already have the factory LED. I want to at the last change the 3rd brake and all the interior lights to LED, but wondering if it worth going further with upgrading the actual LED bulbs with aftermarket.
 
I may be wrong, but I believe the factory LED lights are all one housing. You can't remove/replace the LED bulbs in the headlights. You have to buy a whole new housing. I'm not sure about the tailights. I replaced all my interior lights and cargo lights with these LEDs though. I'm happy with them.

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I doubt your will get anything better than what you airway have unless you go to the limited's headlights. Also, be careful which 3rd brake light led you use. It will cause issues with your key fob. There are a lot of posts about that. I've heard that Diode Dynamics don't have an issue with it, but they are more expensive.

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Amerinamese said:
I may be wrong, but I believe the factory LED lights are all one housing. You can't remove/replace the LED bulbs in the headlights. You have to buy a whole new housing. I'm not sure about the tailights. I replaced all my interior lights and cargo lights with these LEDs though. I'm happy with them.

Amazon.com: Fyre Flys 15 Piece 6000K White LED Interior Lights for 2019 & Up Dodge Ram 5050 Series SMD Package Kit and Install Tool: Automotive

Buy Fyre Flys 15 Piece 6000K White LED Interior Lights for 2019 & Up Dodge Ram 5050 Series SMD Package Kit and Install Tool: Lighting - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases
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^^this. Factory LED headlights and taillights don't have replaceable bulbs to 'upgrade'. You'd have to replace the whole assembly with something else.
 
Welp that solves that, no wonder I couldnt find answers else where. I have been looking at Diode Dynamic, good to know theyre not haivn the FOB problems.
 
It's hit or miss with LasFit. Diode Dynamics seem to have no issue. Both are made in the USA.

Others have had luck with other Chinese brands from Amazon for less if that better fits your budget.

I have LasFit with no issue. If I do I'm switching to Diode Dynamics and stay USA-made.
 
I have heard different things about upgrading from basic lights (front and rear) to the factory led assembly's.

Does anyone know if i can just buy the factory headlight and tail lights ....plug and play...or maybe just some wiring/fuse updates?

Id like to keep it factory parts.....or a highly recommended aftermarket set up..?
 
GrayRam20 said:
I have heard different things about upgrading from basic lights (front and rear) to the factory led assembly's.

Does anyone know if i can just buy the factory headlight and tail lights ....plug and play...or maybe just some wiring/fuse updates?

Id like to keep it factory parts.....or a highly recommended aftermarket set up..?
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Factory LED headlight will required adapter, tail light is plug and play.

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5G Ram 1500 Halogen to LED Headlight Adapter (PAIR)

Plug n play harness for the 2019+ Ram 1500 halogen to LED headlights - will allow you to easily add the mid line LED lights to your 19+ Ram 1500! This is for a set (PAIR) of adapters and wiring harness. Headlights are not included, this is only the wiring harness / adapter to mate the lights to...
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I upgraded my headlights from halogen to the OEM led. Used the plug and play adapter from retro shop. Was worth the money, the light output is amazing
 
Finn5033 said:
I upgraded my headlights from halogen to the OEM led. Used the plug and play adapter from retro shop. Was worth the money, the light output is amazing
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Would you mind sharing what you paid for everything? Much appreciated.
 
EEnginerd said:
Would you mind sharing what you paid for everything? Much appreciated.
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I actually bought a pair of the headlights from another member on here for $800 they had only been on his truck for 600 miles. Then paid $175 for the adapters from retro shop. So I saved a lot of money over buying them new
 
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The OEM LED headlights are about $600 each and the harness is $175. I bought mine from Rock auto due to having a discount code and cheaper/faster shipping. They do make a big difference in looks and overall visibility at night.
 
brian42 said:
It's hit or miss with LasFit. Diode Dynamics seem to have no issue. Both are made in the USA.

Others have had luck with other Chinese brands from Amazon for less if that better fits your budget.

I have LasFit with no issue. If I do I'm switching to Diode Dynamics and stay USA-made.
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Yep. Another vote for DD. American company and the products are made in Missouri. No issues with fob or interference of any kind.
 
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