Quads to AmeriLite duals

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Took a chance on a set of AmeriLite dual black housing lights with DRL tubes for $220.
They use an H13/9008 bulb, and come w/clear H13 & 3157 halogens.
I loaded them with Fahren dual LEDs but kept the clear turn signal halogens, they're plenty bright through the amber lenses.
https://www.amazon.com/AmeriLite-Replacement-Black-Headlights-Assembly/dp/B08F72PQCZ/ref=sr_1_7?crid=LQL1IFBE6DZW&dchild=1&keywords=amerilite+ram+1500&qid=1603638296&sprefix=Amerilite+ram,aps,173&sr=8-7

Main reasons I decided to go from quads to duals and these specifically:
2 LED bulbs vs 4 (rarely use high beams & don't need the extra cost)
the metal adjustment screw in the factory location
independent wiring of the DRL tube instead of a premade harness to tap into parking lights
black housing with clear lenses
reflector vs projector (no shield to move or jam up)

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I tapped into the M47 fuse for the DRLs, they're on/off with ignition and not tied into the parking lights.
Wired disconnects to both in case I have to remove them, and added an in-line 10A fuse for added protection. Of course, I sealed them completely with black RTV before installing, although the factory job was very well done.
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They look totally badass at night, the Fahrens throw a ton of light and nobody flashed me.

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Low beams
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High beams
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The Fahrens were $40/pair and have adjustable bases to clock the chips correctly.
I'm happy with the quality, fit & finish on these lights, hopefully the tubes will last.
 
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Toss a 3157NA in your signals (natural amber)
Man that would really stand out.
I love the look of quads like my 19 classic has, and I'm not a fan of aftermarket's drl tubes they use. But I must say, I actually like those, nicely done, very clean and simple looking. Not too much going on.
I could possibly use a set of those for my projector retrofit....hhhmmmmm

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Took a chance on a set of AmeriLite dual black housing lights with DRL tubes for $220.
They use an H13/9008 bulb, and come w/clear H13 & 3157 halogens.
I loaded them with Fahren dual LEDs but kept the clear turn signal halogens, they're plenty bright through the amber lenses.
https://www.amazon.com/AmeriLite-Replacement-Black-Headlights-Assembly/dp/B08F72PQCZ/ref=sr_1_7?crid=LQL1IFBE6DZW&dchild=1&keywords=amerilite+ram+1500&qid=1603638296&sprefix=Amerilite+ram,aps,173&sr=8-7

Main reasons I decided to go from quads to duals and these specifically:
2 LED bulbs vs 4 (rarely use high beams & don't need the extra cost)
the metal adjustment screw in the factory location
independent wiring of the DRL tube instead of a premade harness to tap into parking lights
black housing with clear lenses
reflector vs projector (no shield to move or jam up)

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I tapped into the M47 fuse for the DRLs, they're on/off with ignition and not tied into the parking lights.
Wired disconnects to both in case I have to remove them, and added an in-line 10A fuse for added protection. Of course, I sealed them completely with black RTV before installing, although the factory job was very well done.
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They look totally badass at night, the Fahrens throw a ton of light and nobody flashed me.

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Low beams
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High beams
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The Fahrens were $40/pair and have adjustable bases to clock the chips correctly.
I'm happy with the quality, fit & finish on these lights, hopefully the tubes will last.
Can you show what you sealed and how you clocked the bulbs please? I just ordered basically the same lights, but Raxiom brand.
 
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Traded the truck in July for a Charger R/T so no more pics.
I sealed where the clear lens meets the housing, all the way around.
LEDs should be clocked so the chips are facing sideways at 3 & 9 o'clock.
 

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Traded the truck in July for a Charger R/T so no more pics.
I sealed where the clear lens meets the housing, all the way around.
LEDs should be clocked so the chips are facing sideways at 3 & 9 o'clock.
Awesome, thanks!
 
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