97BlackAckCL
Elite Member
Boy that's frustrating. I was going to recommend CaliRaised since they have zero fitment issues. Good choice!
Ditch light questions..
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Boy that's frustrating. I was going to recommend CaliRaised since they have zero fitment issues. Good choice!
ElJefe
Member
I had the Ragos originally, and had to permanently modify my windshield cowling. I was not amused. I switched to the CaliRaised and the fitment is perfect, no modifications needed and I hate that I had to mangle my plastic cowling (but only I know that it's there)
For low profile you can't beat the CaliRaised, I also recently switched to their sideshooter LED pods and they are awesome
I just bought some caliraised side shooters and low profile brackets. I installed the lights but haven't run the wiring yet. Can you take a pic or describe how you ran your wiring?
Thanks
97BlackAckCL
Elite Member
No problem, i used spade connectors for the wires, so I can remove if needed.
I ran my second wire along the back of the engine bay
I fished my wires through the rubber grommet on the driver's side of the engine bay and ran it to the dash.
And I wired them to OEM style switches
(This was before my sPod)
Then I just tapped the ilum wire from the dimmer.
If you're looking for the OEM style switches let me know, I have mine removed
Just put a set of Sq. Pro on mine with Caliraised brackets. Would recommend putting the lights on the mounts before mounts on the hood since there is less space and if using the Pro (slightly larger than sports) reverse the baja mount from what it shows in the directions. Still secure but gives you room for the larger light when opening the hood, otherwise likely to hit.
ryguytheman
Member
I just installed the CBI set as well. It is a little annoying to have to modify the truck. But it was simple enough to warm up the cowling with a heat gun and slightly mold it downwards. Can barely tell that I did anything. And I have done enough of that type of thing to my truck that I don't see it as a big deal.
ElJefe
Member
No problem, i used spade connectors for the wires, so I can remove if needed.
I ran my second wire along the back of the engine bay
I fished my wires through the rubber grommet on the driver's side of the engine bay and ran it to the dash.
And I wired them to OEM style switches
(This was before my sPod)
Then I just tapped the ilum wire from the dimmer.
If you're looking for the OEM style switches let me know, I have mine removed
Thanks! Damn I just ordered some yesterday morning. I wonder if I can cancel my order. Did you go with a switch panel?
nglayton
Senior Member
I'm not arguing that it would be easy enough to do, I just seriously question why we should have to do it in the first place. It's not like there isn't enough room to fab a bracket that clears the cowling.
Plus that small fact should be mentioned front and center on the product page, but instead I have to do a search at 9pm at night only to find a CBI youtube video with that fact buried in the video.
It is not even part of the install instructions that are linked to in the box.
Definitely not excusable in any way and downright deceptive.
Almost 24 hours have passed and no response to my email......
Edit: Now going on 48 hours and no response to my email......
Edit: Now going on 72 hours and no response to my email......
I realize this all sounds a little dramatic, that isn't really my intention, but this will be the first and last time I order a product from CBI.
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Friggin Idiot
Senior Member
More questions. Looking at the Baja Design Squadrons for ditch lights. I have both a set of Sport and a set of Pro.
I know some people have said that the Pro's are too bright for use as fog lights, closer in on the pillar I can only imagine it would be more dazzling. Since it's more of a cornering light and I'm not running Baja races, is the Pro too bright?
I know some people have said that the Pro's are too bright for use as fog lights, closer in on the pillar I can only imagine it would be more dazzling. Since it's more of a cornering light and I'm not running Baja races, is the Pro too bright?
ryguytheman
Member
No argument from me there.
My guess would be that maybe the design is used for more than one vehicle type, and they figure that it's "close enough" for 4Runner owners.
Probably why it's the cheapest option.
utctscanr75
New member
Please let us know if you have any questions
2010-2020 Toyota 4Runner Low Profile LED Ditch Light Combo
On my wish list! :jump:
shrub1
Member
Please let us know if you have any questions
2010-2020 Toyota 4Runner Low Profile LED Ditch Light Combo
Jake do you sell OEM style ditch light switch that have 3 position for Rigid 360 lights that have a back lighting feature?
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Running rago low pros no mods needed to anything no cutting, bolts on in 5 min also went with baja designs squadron pro's in wide/cornering i run them pointed to the outside because that's what ditch lights are for they are great for seeing wildlife on the side of the road also. They do have a bit of fade on the face but the light body still looks new and no rust anywhere also no leaks baja lights and rago are both great products
Please let us know if you have any questions
2010-2020 Toyota 4Runner Low Profile LED Ditch Light Combo
I want to install some "ditch lights" as cornering lights. Once the lights are angled for that use, does that introduce any conflict when the hood is opened all the way?
I've seen videos for CaliRaised and other installations, and they all show no conflicts...but they all have the lights pointed straight ahead, too.
Caliraisedled
Official Vendor
Hello, There is absolutely no interference at all. I'm sorry about the late response this comment did pop up on my feed till today. Let us know if you have any further questions.
I have the Cali Raised pods and their lo pro brackets. No interference what so ever. I have the pods angled to the side about 20* you can pick any angle you like it is fully adjustable.
2 years with no issues of any kind...lights or the brackets.
AMLOR
Akkording
Member
No issues with the low profile caliraised brackets. I recommend some side shooter lights that way it will cover the zones beyond what your fog lights don't brighten up. Side Projecting LED Pods *SOLD AS PAIR*
– Cali Raised LED
If you point the lights too forward then you will have some light reflection off your hood.
– Cali Raised LED
If you point the lights too forward then you will have some light reflection off your hood.
97BlackAckCL
Elite Member
Yep, I have the side shooters as well with the low pro brackets and mine are angled down the line of the hood and I have no clearance issues
I purchased a set of low-profile brackets off of Amazon to mount a ham antenna for around $30. Happy with them...
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