F150LEDS

[jazpdx]

Thank you ScoMay23

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[NASSTY]

It is all in means and method. The instructions are one. Note, a bad one. Removing the grill another. I started this thread as a warning only to those who buy this overpriced product. There are better ways. Aussy's product Moustas, is the ticket. It fills the whole space, thus covering my f_€《_p. About 1/2 the price. Shipping is not cheap, but still less than f150. Enjoy I'm done, I hope this helps.

I tried the cheap Ebay lights first that only required small holes to be drilled. Install was easy but the lights sucked. It was one of those you get what you pay for things. Each light had 4 dots that lit up. The F150LED lights are brighter and the whole rectangular lens lights up, not just 4 dots. The Aussie lights are probably good as well? I dont even think they were an option when I bought my lights almost 2.5 years ago. I have ordered a couple Aussie products that weren't available in the states. Good products but it sucks waiting a month or more for shipping.

 

[ScoMay23]

Thank you ScoMay23

Yesterday I tackled the install of my Mousta grill lights kit.

I was apprehensive about removing the grill. And I hate dealing with plastic tabs. The grill removal involves 12 plastic tabs. Despite being careful while pulling AND looking at videos/photos trying to determine just where those tabs were located, I broke 2 of the 12 tabs. So the grill removal was kind of a frustrating experience, but maybe mine was just tighter than most.

I will be putting everything back together today and wiring the lights up so I am not out of the woods yet. The 2 broken tabs should not be a problem as far as everything fitting securely.

I did want to mention several things to anyone who is about to install this kit.

(1.) As someone previously mentioned, Mousta’s customer support is good. Because of the time difference, I had almost immediate email responses across multiple time zones. I did the work late in the evening, so someone was on duty down in Australia at that time. And his responses helped me.

(2.) There are actually two approaches. I tried what looked like the easier approach which is depicted in a short video on the product website. It did not work for me. I could not lean the grill out far enough to get at the torx screws across the grill’s top. “Wimya” has a different installation method on his YouTube channel, so I tried his approach. I had watched his video i initially a few weeks ago and it looked easy, so that’s why I bought the product. But his video omits the actual grill removal steps. And now I see why. It is more involved and frustrating. But it worked for me - except for the two broken tabs.

(3.) Shipping from Australia was pricey. With taxes and shipping it cost me $211. And a $30 tariff bill from FedEx followed a week after I had received the kit.

(4.) There are 2 kit options: single Aux controls and dual Aux controls. I went with the single which is the more expensive option.

(5.) It is cool that you can switch between Amber and White. If you are keeping stock DRLs (white) it is a pretty good look. And if you go with amber DRLs you can match up with that too!.

(6.) The lights are bright and don’t have the “dots” look. It is a very OEM appearance.

 

[jazpdx]

Yea, I ordered mine it was $111 bucks plus $75 shipping. Maybe because im on the west coast. No tarriff

 

[ScoMay23]

Yea, I ordered mine it was $111 bucks plus $75 shipping. Maybe because im on the west coast. No tarriff

My $30 tariff “duty” bill (from FedEx) came about 8-10 days after the kit arrived at my home. Just wait. First it was texted. That was followed by a paper invoice.

Good luck on your installation. Pay attention to my prior post about the 2 install methods. Try the Moustas video’s suggested approach first. Not much easier, but maybe less tedious. You supposedly lean the grill assembly out toward the front after unbolting the two bolts at the top edge corners. Mine would not lean out more than an inch - if that.

 

[iBrad81]

Really wish someone else would come out with a quality form fitting kit

F150Leds I sent back immediately bc they look like some Temu junk especially for the price

moustas I’ve had for over 6 months, I like how it’s a full upper grille piece and matches really well….. BUT wasn’t a fan of seeing the 3leds in each one, looks cheap when lit up and my middle one has failed already

 

[kair350]

Purchased the 150Leds grill lights about 10 days ago. Installed today.

Took the grill off. Drilled a 1/4” hole from the front as the grill lay flat on a table. Then drilled from the rear with a 3/8” then 7/16”. Connected to Aux1.

 

[Shrek The Raptor]

I just used a way smaller bit and bored it out with a few test fits. I would prefer if the used something similar to Baja Designs wiring where they’ve got the small male posts to fit into a harness, would allow for a smaller hole.


As others have mentioned, I’m willing to overlook the small issues or annoyances for the uniform led look they give.

Edit to add: photos, matches my Amazon special amber drls, and matches the actual f150 stock markers and drls.

 

[jazpdx]

I just got a response from f150leds and yes, cutting the connectors will void the warranty.

 

[F150LEDs]

WARNING! These lights require a 7/16 hole in a blind small space. I was successful on 2 then the drill grabbed and destroyed my grill. Their design required the large hole because of the large connector. Why risk it. Cut off the connector and splice. F150leds AI ass does not know if it voids warrenty, go figure. It is $350 bucks for a knockoff grill. F150 now knows this if they are willing to give me any compensation.

Hey Jaz, sorry to hear that after your first two successful drills your third attempt caused damage to your grill! As fellow RR owners it hurts us to see it too! This is the first time we have seen this damage caused but we hear your feedback about requesting a smaller drill hole requirement to further increase the ease of install and we will see if we can make that happen. To clarify, you can cut the connectors etc and reconnect them to reduce required drill size without losing any warranty or support coverage from us (we apologize for any confusion our immediate response system may have caused regarding that). It looks like you have already ordered a product to replace the damaged top cap but given the situation was not the 110% positive experience that we strive for please let us know if we can hook you up with any other future upgrades.

 

[F150LEDs]

Those plugs are huge compared to the wires they use. I did cut off the plugs and splice the wires For my install.

Sorry to see the damage to your grill.

That is definitely an option @Shadow Black Ranger Rapto , thank you for your support and feedback! We are glad you are enjoying the lights and are a part of the F150LEDs family, we look foward to serving you again soon!

 

[F150LEDs]

Yeah, echo same findings...was an early adapter; circa Jan 25.
F150 LEDs compatibility, fitment certainly not OE for RR. For instance, LEDs do not sit in slots consistently flush with/3M tape. Modification requirements to grill are 'ugly' and prone to permanent damage [ie drilling, filing].
Not sure if F150 LEDs redesigned to 'fix' fitment issues exist now; however, many more AM alternatives out there that seem better overall.

Thank you for your support @smokinjoe64 ! It looks like you have our standard ranger grill lights installed on your Ranger Raptor. Our Ranger Raptor Grill lights are custom molded and precision fit for the Ranger Raptor grill. Please let us know if we can help you switch to the Ranger Raptor custom set for your RR! Thank you for your support and for being a part of the F150LEDS family!

 

[F150LEDs]

I screwed up mine a bit, mostly because I got impatient and did not drill a small pilot hole first as was suggested here. Fortunately a little black 1/2" rubber edging covered up nicely.
On the positive side the lights are nice and bright. Also look nice daytime unlit.

Hey @Watchdog62 , thank you so much for your support and being a part of the F150LEDs family! The lights look incredible on your RR, thank you for sharing your suggestions, we look foward to serving you again soon!

 

[F150LEDs]

Installed mine ~ 3 months ago, they still don’t fit the outside slots. Center is fine but the outside ones taper and they don’t fit well.

Hey @Shrek The Raptor ! The precision molded RR kit should fit perfectly, can you please DM us some pics, we want to make sure you've got the right custom molded kit for your Ranger Raptor Grill! Thank you for your support and for being a part of the F150LEDs family!

 

[F150LEDs]

Generally, F150 LEDs look good 'from a distance'... jus hate the unnecessary effort, mods required to do so.
I'm an attention to detail guy, so those 'imperfections' cannot be unseen

Hey @smokinjoe64 , we can confirm from this pic that you have the ranger grill lights, not our ranger raptor custom fit grill lights. Please reach out we would love to help you get them swapped over!

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