2013 taillights on a 2009

[TEXAS]

Hi guys,

I couldn't find a thread so i started a new one.
Can i put 2013 oem taillights on my 09 4th gen? Is it a Plug and Play thing or do i need anything else (adapters or whatever)?

Thx a lot folks

 

[powderbrad]

You probably could, I would think. Dunno for sure.

Body lines be different? Fits, but would have different aesthetics, not?

EDIT: My bad, I read tailgate for some reason.

 

[0212353]

http://www.ramforum.com/f75/how_2013_led_tails_into_4th_gen-28188/

 

[Arth]

The simple answer is yes.

The thread JJ linked is a perfect guide on how to do it.

I ran the 13 Laramie tails on my 09 1500 and I am now running them on my 2010 2500. You are going to spend about $100 building the harness itself to make this plug and play.

It might seem daunting at first but it is actually very east to do.

 

[Disturbed]

Anything to do with lights best bet is to always ask JJ or check his site Retroshop.us.

 

[BlownGP]

Yeah, it can be done, but finding 2013 LEDs cheap is another story..

Mopar parts does have this
Ram 1500 LED Tail Lamp Kit - Sport (Part No: SPORT_LED_KIT)

I have some 80w Cree plug in play bulbs on the way. Until I can find some sport tails under $200 Im stilling with them.

 

[TEXAS]

Wow.this doesn't Sound as easy as thought.and the extra money formte parts makes em even more expensive.after market LEDs Are Way cheaper. Is there really a big difference-honest?

 

[Jmhm17]

If your looking to get LED's just get the eBay ones. People on here have had success with them and they are just a bright as the stock ones. The best part is you don't have to mess with the wiring.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/09-13-DODGE-RAM-PICKUP-PHILIPS-LED-PERFORM-RED-CLEAR-TAIL-LIGHTS-LAMP-LEFT-RIGHT-/380878473376?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Year%3A2009|Model%3ARam+1500&hash=item58ae2048a0&vxp=mtr

 

[jsl6v8]

I got myself a set of Laramie tails for $100 just check the automotive junk yard directories and parts was another $50-70, and personally I think all the aftermarket tail options look like ass. And the wiring really isn't all that difficult.

 

[BlownGP]

Wow.this doesn't Sound as easy as thought.and the extra money formte parts makes em even more expensive.after market LEDs Are Way cheaper. Is there really a big difference-honest?

As far as light output...The ebay LEDs should be just as bright...

I do like the smoked red ones
09 13 Dodge RAM Pickup Philips LED Perform Red Smoked Tail Lights Left Right | eBay

 

[BlownGP]

I got myself a set of Laramie tails for $100 just check the automotive junk yard directories and parts was another $50-70, and personally I think all the aftermarket tail options look like ass. And the wiring really isn't all that difficult.

True, I check Car-Part.com--Used Auto Parts Market sometimes but right now its still hard to find the sport lights..

Hoping in a few years there will be more with on these black express packges

 

[jsl6v8]

Yeah thats who I used, been searching for painted mirrors for months. But I got my laramie tails and heads through there for 300 total. Lol the pigtail to make the lights work cost more than each light.

 

[emjohn4]

Wow.this doesn't Sound as easy as thought.and the extra money formte parts makes em even more expensive.after market LEDs Are Way cheaper. Is there really a big difference-honest?

The quality of the OEM LED tails are vastly superior to aftermarket parts.

(Now that I said that, 400 people are going to say "my china ebay lights are just fine.")

OEM FTW, everytime; when it comes to fitment and quality/durability.

 

[BlownGP]

Yeah thats who I used, been searching for painted mirrors for months. But I got my laramie tails and heads through there for 300 total. Lol the pigtail to make the lights work cost more than each light.

I know right..

I love that website. I've scored some very good deals on stuff for my Grand Prix.

The quality of the OEM LED tails are vastly superior to aftermarket parts.

(Now that I said that, 400 people are going to say "my china ebay lights are just fine.")

OEM FTW, everytime; when it comes to fitment and quality/durability.

I agree to point. I know I've seen some aftermarket lights with moisture in them but I've never heard of people having fitment issues.

As far as LEDS go, there both bright...

Don't get me wrong, I really like the sport lights and every time I see on the road I get a little jealous..lol. Just cant justify that kinda money on lights.