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LED Rock Lights
What are Rock Lights?
Rock lights are small pods that can be mounted on the underside of your vehicle for that coveted under-glow effect. They are ultra bright and come in a variety of colours for easy customization. Performance's LED rock lights come with mounting hardware for easy installation. They also have a rubber mounting spacer so you don't damage your vehicle. Rock lights come individually: grab a couple for a subtle look, or go all out with lots of pods in different colours.
PerformLED Rock Lights currently come in the following colours:
- White
- Red
- Amber
- Blue
- Green
Not just for aesthetics, rock lights can also help with illuminating the road beneath you. Imagine yourself navigating a treacherous off-road trail at night, the only light source being the dim glow of your headlights. Suddenly, a hidden rock looms in the darkness, threatening to damage your vehicle. This is where rock lights come in. These small but powerful lights, strategically placed under your vehicle, illuminate the terrain below, allowing you to see obstacles and navigate with confidence.
Rock lights are LED lights specifically designed for off-road vehicles. They are typically mounted underneath the vehicle's chassis, shining downward to illuminate the ground directly below. This provides enhanced visibility, especially in low-light conditions or on challenging trails.
Why are Rock Lights Important?
- Enhanced Visibility: Rock lights significantly improve visibility, especially when maneuvering through tight spaces or over obstacles.
- Safety: By illuminating potential hazards, rock lights help prevent accidents and damage to your vehicle.
- Aesthetics: Beyond their functional benefits, rock lights can add a stylish touch to your vehicle, especially when customized with different colours and patterns.
The Science Behind Rock Lights
Rock lights utilize high-powered LEDs that produce a bright, focused beam of light. These LEDs are designed to be durable and resistant to vibration, water, and extreme temperatures. The color temperature of the light, typically measured in Kelvin (K), can vary. A lower color temperature (e.g., 3000K) produces a warmer, amber light, while a higher color temperature (e.g., 6000K) produces a cooler, white light.
Customizing Your Ride with Performance LED Lighting
Performance LED Lighting is a company that specializes in customizing vehicles with high-quality LED lighting solutions. We offer a wide range of rock light options, including different colours, and mounting configurations. With our expertise, you can create a unique lighting setup that matches your style and enhances your off-road experience.
Conclusion
Rock lights are an essential accessory for off-road enthusiasts, providing both functional and aesthetic benefits. By illuminating the terrain below, they enhance safety and improve the overall driving experience. When choosing rock lights, consider factors such as brightness, color temperature, durability, and ease of installation. And remember, with companies like Performance LED Lighting, you can customize your vehicle to your exact specifications.
So, are you ready to take your off-road adventures to the next level with rock lights?
Installing Rock Lights: A DIY Guide
Installing rock lights is a relatively straightforward process that can be done by most DIY enthusiasts. However, it’s important to follow the specific instructions provided by the manufacturer. Here’s a general guide:
Materials Needed:
- Rock lights
- Wiring harness
- Drill
- Wire stripper
- Electrical tape
- Zip ties
- Safety glasses
- Gloves
Installation Steps:
- Plan the Placement: Determine the optimal placement for the rock lights. Consider factors like visibility, accessibility, and the overall aesthetic of your vehicle.
- Drill Holes: Use a drill to create holes in the chassis or bumper where you want to mount the lights. Ensure the holes are the correct size for the mounting brackets.
- Run the Wiring: Carefully route the wiring harness from the lights to the vehicle's interior, avoiding sharp edges and heat sources. Use zip ties to secure the wires and keep them organized.
- Connect the Wiring: Connect the wiring harness to the vehicle's electrical system. This may involve splicing into an existing wire or connecting to an accessory power source. Consult your vehicle's manual or seek professional advice if you're unsure.
- Mount the Lights: Secure the rock lights to the mounting brackets using the provided hardware. Ensure they are firmly attached to prevent vibration and damage.
- Test the Lights: Before finalizing the installation, test the lights to ensure they are working correctly. Check for any loose connections or faulty wiring.
- Seal the Wiring: Seal any exposed wiring with electrical tape to protect it from moisture and debris.
Tips for a Clean Installation:
- Choose High-Quality Components: Invest in quality rock lights and wiring harnesses to ensure a reliable and long-lasting installation.
- Take Your Time: Rushing the installation process can lead to mistakes. Take your time and be patient.
- Use a Wiring Diagram: A wiring diagram can help you visualize the connections and avoid errors.
- Consult a Professional: If you're unsure about any part of the installation process, consult a professional installer.
By following these steps and taking your time, you can successfully install rock lights and enhance your off-road experience.
Here are some popular locations for rock light installation:
Front of the Vehicle:
- Front Bumper: Mounting rock lights on the front bumper can illuminate the area directly in front of the vehicle, helping you see obstacles and potential hazards.
- Fender Wells: Placing rock lights in the fender wells can illuminate the tires and the immediate surrounding area, improving visibility when maneuvering through tight spots.
Sides of the Vehicle:
- Rock Rails or Side Steps: Mounting rock lights on rock rails or side steps can illuminate the sides of the vehicle, making it easier to see obstacles and potential hazards when driving on narrow trails or in low-light conditions.
- Door Jambs: Installing rock lights in the door jambs can provide additional illumination for the sides of the vehicle, especially when getting in and out at night.
Rear of the Vehicle:
- Rear Bumper: Mounting rock lights on the rear bumper can illuminate the area behind the vehicle, making it easier to see when backing up or maneuvering in tight spaces.
- Tailgate: Installing rock lights on the tailgate can provide additional illumination for the rear of the vehicle, especially when loading or unloading cargo at night.
Remember, the optimal placement of rock lights will depend on your specific vehicle and off-roading needs. Consider factors such as the terrain you typically drive on, the desired level of illumination, and the overall aesthetic of your vehicle.
Our personal favourite here at Performance is installing a rock light in each wheel well! This only requires 4 rock light pods are creates an incredible glow.
Do you also want to customize your interior lights to match or complement your rock lights? Check out our selection of interior LED bulbs to complete the look.
- Ashley LaRochelle
Turn Heads: LED Turn Signal Lights
LED Turn Signal Lights: A Bright Choice for Your Vehicle
Why Upgrade to LED Turn Signal Lights?
Have you ever felt like your car's turn signal lights were just not bright enough? Many drivers find themselves struggling with dim, outdated turn signal lights that can make it difficult for other motorists to see their intentions. If you're tired of worrying about whether other drivers can see your signals, it might be time to consider an upgrade to LED turn signal lights.
LED turn signal lights offer a multitude of benefits over traditional incandescent bulbs. They are significantly brighter, providing increased visibility in both day and night conditions. This is especially important during low-light conditions or in areas with heavy traffic. According to a study conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), LED turn signals can be up to 30% brighter than incandescent bulbs. This means other drivers will have more time to react to your signals, reducing the risk of accidents.
In addition to their superior brightness, LED turn signal lights are also more energy-efficient than incandescent bulbs. They consume less power, reducing the load on your vehicle's electrical system and potentially improving fuel economy. Moreover, LED bulbs have a much longer lifespan, lasting up to 30 times longer than incandescent bulbs. This means fewer replacements and less maintenance over time.
One of the most significant advantages of LED turn signal lights is their ability to improve your safety on the road. By providing better visibility, LED turn signals can help to prevent accidents by ensuring that other drivers can see your intentions clearly. Studies have shown that LED turn signals can reduce the risk of rear-end collisions by up to 20%.
Additional Benefits of LED Turn Signal Lights:
- Faster response time: LED bulbs have a faster on/off response time, improving your reaction time when signaling.
- Enhanced aesthetics: LED turn signals can give your vehicle a more modern and stylish look.
- Improved visibility for other drivers: LED turn signals are more easily seen by other drivers, especially in adverse weather conditions.
- Reduced maintenance costs: With their longer lifespan, LED turn signals can help you save money on replacement bulbs and labor costs.
The Science Behind LED Turn Signal Lights
LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology works by passing an electrical current through a semiconductor material, causing it to emit light. This process is much more efficient than the filament-based technology used in traditional incandescent bulbs. As a result, LED bulbs produce less heat and consume less power.
The Impact of LED Turn Signal Lights on Road Safety
Studies have shown that LED turn signals can significantly improve road safety. By providing better visibility, LED turn signals can help to prevent accidents by ensuring that other drivers can see your intentions clearly. This is especially important during low-light conditions or in areas with heavy traffic.
Choosing the Right LED Turn Signal Lights
When selecting LED turn signal lights, it's essential to consider factors such as:
- Vehicle compatibility: Ensure the lights are compatible with your specific vehicle model and year.
- Brightness: Choose lights that are sufficiently bright to be easily seen by other drivers.
- Color temperature: LED turn signals are available in various color temperatures (e.g., white, yellow). Select a color that you prefer.
- Beam pattern: Ensure the lights have the correct beam pattern for your vehicle's turn signals.
The Role of PerformLED in LED Turn Signal Light Upgrades
PerformLED is a leading provider of high-quality LED lighting solutions. We offer a wide range of LED turn signal lights that are designed to fit your specific vehicle. Our experts can help you select the right lights for your needs and provide professional installation services.
Our LED turn signal lights are simple to use, with easy plug-and-play installation. Replace them yourself or bring them to a vehicle customization shop or mechanic to have them replaced.
Conclusion
Upgrading to LED turn signal lights can significantly improve your driving safety and enhance the overall appearance of your vehicle. With their superior brightness, energy efficiency, and durability, LED turn signals are a valuable investment for any driver.
Are you ready to illuminate your driving experience with LED turn signal lights? Contact PerformLED today to learn more and get started.
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Right here on our website! You can also visit us at our retail location, 12221 100 St. Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4H1, Canada. We have a number of dealers who sell our products as well, which can be found on our Dealers page.
Where do you ship?
We ship to Canada and the USA. Any orders over $75 will receive free shipping!
What else do you sell?
Our signature product is our FX5 headlights, which are bright white LED headlight replacement bulbs. We carry them in a huge range of styles to suit most vehicles. We also have light bars, cube lights, work lights, LED bulbs for vehicle interiors, and reverse/signal/tail/license plate bulbs. In addition, we create custom LED neon signs for events and companies! Get in touch for more information about customized signs.
- Ashley LaRochelle
Upgrade Your Headlights to LED
LED headlights offer significant advantages over traditional halogen bulbs, including:
- Increased brightness: Improved visibility and safety in low-light conditions.
- Energy efficiency: Reduced power consumption and potential fuel economy benefits.
- Longer lifespan: Fewer replacements and reduced maintenance costs.
- Enhanced safety: Reduced risk of night-time crashes due to improved visibility.
PerformLED offers high-quality LED headlights designed for various vehicles. Their experts can help you choose the right headlights and provide installation guidance or services.
- Ashley LaRochelle
New Product Line! Stealth Series Breakdown
PerformLED's new Stealth Series is a line of light bars and cube lights designed for a sleek, minimal look. These products stand out due to their dark interior to blend in with your bumper.
Key features of the Stealth Series include:
- Flat front face: A clean edge without screw holes.
- Temperature control: Prevents frost and overheating.
- Plug-and-play installation: Easy to install yourself or with professional help.
The Stealth Cube Lights come in two options: Flood and Spot. Flood lights provide wide-angle coverage, while spot lights offer a focused beam for long-distance visibility.
The Stealth 22-inch light bar combines both flood and spot reflectors for optimal lighting coverage. It's suitable for various vehicles, including ATVs and UTVs
- Ashley LaRochelle
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Flood vs. Spot Light Bars
The first question we ask when someone needs a light bar is "do you need spot or flood?" Below, we're listing the differences between the two, what each type is better suited for, and our recommendations for light bar styles.
1. Flood
Flood light bars disperse light in a wide, flat pattern. You'll get more side-to-side coverage with flood lights, and less distance coverage. The difference is in the lens: flood light lenses are smaller and shaped differently than spot and allow the light from the LED chip to travel at a wider angle.
These types are best suited for seeing into the ditches at night, or lighting up a broad area on a work site, field, etc.
Performance's R-Series are the best option if you need a flood light bar. They're a reliable, all-purpose bar, perfect for trails and off-roading so you can see all around you.
2. Spot
Spot light bars have a bright, concentrated beam of light that shines long distances. The light is focused on the road or path, without the ditch coverage of the flood light bars. Spot light lenses are larger and thicker to magnify the light and focus it.
These types of light bars enable you to see further down the road, lighting up obstructions, animals, etc.
The F-Series is the best option if you're needing a far, focused beam of light. This series comes in straight or curved, and has a higher wattage LED chip for brighter, more powerful light.
3. Combo/Convertible
Combo light bars feature the best of both spot and flood. The outer sections of light is flood for ditch coverage, while the inner sections of the light bar are more focused and shine long distances.
Performance's X-Series are the best light bars we offer with 7 W LED chips and a limited lifetime guarantee. They're a powerful combo light bar, but the sections can also be converted to spot or flood to suit your application. The XS-Series is the single-row version of this light bar, with the exact same chip and features and slimmer profile.
The lenses on the spot and flood sections of the X-Series are the same, but the flood sections have a panel in front that disperses the light. This means that you can put flood panels on your entire light bar, part of your light bar, or leave them out entirely.
The video below shows how you can replace a spot panel for a flood panel or vice-versa. This can be done for both the X-Series and the XS-Series.
- Ashley LaRochelle
Find Your Headlights: Performance's Headlight Guide
If you've never purchased replacement headlights for your vehicle before, the world of headlight bulb names can be a bit confusing and overwhelming. We've simplified it with our Headlight Guide. In our guide, we decode common alternate names for headlight bulb names, and specify which bulbs your vehicle needs for low beam, high beam, and fog lights.
Click the guide cover below to find your headlight bulbs.
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- Ashley LaRochelle