2013 Sport Headlights vs. 2013 SLT Headlights

Ram-NB · Jan 14, 2013

The headlights on my 2013 SLT suck!! I've seen similar complaints for other 4th gens. I know that the 2013 Sport comes with projection headlights. Has anyone compared these two types of headlights? If so, are the new headlights better?

Thanks.

audio1der · Jan 14, 2013

I was gonna vote but it seems you're after better light output, not just comparing looks. IMO the '13 Sport projectors are FUGLY as try-hard eBay knockoffs, but who the hell cares what I think.
We know the projector lense quality in the '13 projectors won't be that high; you're likely going to have to retrofit some aftermarket projectors and use good quality ballasts to achieve better output.

Ram-NB · Jan 14, 2013

audio1der said:
I was gonna vote but it seems you're after better light output, not just comparing looks. IMO the '13 Sport projectors are FUGLY as try-hard eBay knockoffs, but who the hell cares what I think.
We know the projector lense quality in the '13 projectors won't be that high; you're likely going to have to retrofit some aftermarket projectors and use good quality ballasts to achieve better output.

Yea I just want to be able to see at night. The stock headlights on my truck are real bad. I've been looking at reviews for different bulbs but 1/2 the reviews say that specific bulbs are better while the other 1/2 say the same bulbs are no difference. I'm guessing the 1/2 that say they are better are looking for a whiter light and not thinking about being able to see at night.

I did a search on here and the internet and haven't found a review of the 2013 projector lights.

Cthulhu · Jan 14, 2013

I don't think a single vehicle manufacturer (at least in the truck market) knows how important being able to see at night is... my 06 Ram sucks, and I have seen ongoing 'my lights suck' reviews from then all the way to 2013...

JJ @ RetroShop puts projectors in the enclosures and HIDs behind them.. and does it, from what I can see, properly... I think that's the only way to resolve the issue unless you add auxiliary lighting like I have on the front of the truck...

0212353 · Jan 14, 2013

from what I've seen........and heard from a guy thats done the switch - the projectors aren't that much better than the regular quads. hids were dropped in, and.......he said it was much better - pics don't look bad, but they still don't impress me.

I got some pics today of the brackets I'm getting mocked up for these too. Getting closer to being able to drop in a FX-R projector in the stock '13 projector heads. Top that with some great HIDs and its on!

WhiteExpress · Jan 14, 2013

0212353 said:
I got some pics today of the brackets I'm getting mocked up for these too. Getting closer to being able to drop in a FX-R projector in the stock '13 projector heads. Top that with some great HIDs and its on!

This would be hella-cool (catch the non-important name drop?) I have always wanted to rock FX-Rs in something, but I feel that they deserve custom laser cut bracketry etc, and I don't have the access to the gizmos to do that.

On topic with the original post, all factory lighting options suck. Which is the least sucky is a moot point. All Junk!

0212353 · Jan 14, 2013

WhiteExpress said:
This would be hella-cool (catch the non-important name drop?) I have always wanted to rock FX-Rs in something, but I feel that they deserve custom laser cut bracketry etc, and I don't have the access to the gizmos to do that.

On topic with the original post, all factory lighting options suck. Which is the least sucky is a moot point. All Junk!

I'm going back off topic........lol

I'm itchin' like mad to get these done. I have been running my 50W / CBI combo in your old lights, I can't wait to see what they look like in a FXR.

Texasez · Jan 14, 2013

I just swapped between stock quad lights, JJ retro lights, and 2013 projector lights. JJs are definitely the brightest. I do think the stock projectors are better than the quad lights. The new 13 lights are growing on me. The LEDs are really bright and light up the street signs when I'm turning

I do think that the OEM lights fit better than the TYCs if you're ultra **** like me.

0212353 · Jan 14, 2013

wonder how those LEDs will shine though some tint......LOL (hint). HA

Texasez · Jan 14, 2013

Probably like a champ. I wish you'd hurry and get your lights back!

0212353 · Jan 14, 2013

you and me both........

Ram-NB · Jan 15, 2013

Anyone happen to know what they charge for the factory projectors? Also, will they simply plug into the stock harness?

Thanks.

Texasez · Jan 15, 2013

No harness for plug and play. You have to make your own or buy the factory one and mod it. Direct fit for the housing. eBay has them sometimes cheap. I paid 800.

audio1der · Jan 15, 2013

Hvae you considered dropping some 9005 bulbs in your fogs?
That was the single biggest improvement I've found thus far. Going from H11 to H9 for lows was a small improvement but the fogs was night/day.

Ram-NB · Jan 15, 2013

audio1der said:
Hvae you considered dropping some 9005 bulbs in your fogs?
That was the single biggest improvement I've found thus far. Going from H11 to H9 for lows was a small improvement but the fogs was night/day.

OK I will try this first.

Thanks.

MACH · Jan 16, 2013

I just picked up my 2013. I test drove the sport and the laramie. The projectors were the same in my opinion.

The sport has black inside the light casing where as the laramie is chrome/mirror whatever you want to call it.

Definatly not true HID that is for sure. My wifes old acadia came with the bright HID's and I had them in my last silverado. I thought my new 2013 would have been more white but they're the same old yellow.

I am fine with it though!

Ram-NB · Jan 22, 2013

I can never make it to the dealership to pick up the bulbs for the fogs. They freekin' close at 5:30 and aren't open on Saturday or Sunday!! Hopefully I can get out of work early tomorrow.

KBExperience · Jan 24, 2013

Ram-NB said:
I can never make it to the dealership to pick up the bulbs for the fogs. They freekin' close at 5:30 and aren't open on Saturday or Sunday!! Hopefully I can get out of work early tomorrow.

Just go to auto zone

2013 Sport Headlights vs. 2013 SLT Headlights

Which Version of the 2013 Headlights are Better?

I've Compared - No Difference

I've Compared - Sport Projection Headlights Produce Better Light

I've Compared - Regular Headlights Produce Better Light

I Have No Idea!!

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