American Coach: Fog Light Replacement 1997 Dream

[GlennLever]

Originally Posted by idoxlr8

Oh, something else to look at as well - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001O0AIOS/

I almost missed this. It might work out as the 2 1/2 measurement includes the mounting bracket.



63.7 mm converts to 2.507 inches
155.5 mm converts to 6.122 inches

the opening is 6.25 X 2.25

Features:
• Compact, long, flat design - convenient for tight places
• Crystal clear lens
• Magnesium Free-Form reflector for optimal light output
• Magnesium provides high thermal resistance that prevents warping
Specifications:
• Voltage: 12V
• Beam Pattern: Fog
• Light Source: H7 12V/55W Bulb
• Power Consumption: 55W
• Housing Material: Plastic
• Optics: Reflector
• Lens Material: Glass
• Connection: Bulb Plug
• Bracket: Steel
• Approval: SAE / ECE
Mounting:
• Upright
• Pendant
Technology:
• Halogen
• Free-Form

[96eagle]

Originally Posted by idoxlr8

Did you have to modify the headlamps for those things? Or do they just replace factory bulbs?

No modifications just a direct swap...I pulled the old bulbs and bought the direct replacement part numbers Very easy upgrade i will snap a picture of the updated lights this weekend

[GlennLever]

the FF 75 Fog is;

54mm high or 2.12598 inches

155.5 wide or 6.1220472 inches

The opening I have in my lower valance is 6.25 inches by 2.25 inches.

This says this light should fit nicely.


This is the way I am leaning although this one is interesting, trying to get more information. Some reviews are not good.



It appears to have both a fog light and a driving light in each lamp.

[idoxlr8]

Look like a better light than the OEM to me, I was looking at those too. Hella has several lights that might work.

[GlennLever]

Originally Posted by idoxlr8

Look like a better light than the OEM to me, I was looking at those too. Hella has several lights that might work.

I am down to these two lights, HELLA 008284801 FF75 or Optilux 2020 Driving / Fog Lamp





My current thinking is the Optilux 2020 Driving / Fog Lamp might be to gimicky and cheap for what I am looking for.

I want to make a decision this week and order them so they are waiting for me when I get home

[GlennLever]

Ok, looks like I am going to try the Hella FF75

Here is the correspondence I have had with Hella (actually stated talking with a gentleman from the UK who gave me an e-mail address for someone here in the us, both have been supportive.


From: "Glenn R Lever" <autoshop@rochester.rr.com>
To: <info-usa@HELLA.com>
Date: 06/12/2017 11:26 PM
Subject: Guidance on light choice and why that is the correct decision

I want to replace the fog lights (I understand the difference between fog lights and driving lights) on the front of my motor home.

Looking for HIGH quality.

I actually have done it once already and the result was not usable on the road (to bright, and would blind the oncoming driver)

I posted that project at this link which will give you some background on my request.
http://www.irv2.com/forums/f107/projects-on-my-1997-american-dream-174380-98.html#post3627362


I am down to these two lights, HELLA 008284801 FF75 or Optilux 2020 Driving / Fog Lamp

My current thinking is the Optilux 2020 Driving / Fog Lamp might be to gimmicky and cheap for what I am looking for. The idea of having both a driving light and a fog light in the same unit is intriguing.

I want to make a decision this week and order them so they are waiting for me when I get home

I would be using them as a replacement for the lights currently on the front Of my Motor home.

The opening in the lower valance is 6 ¼ by 2 ¼ . I have the ability to modify the open if needed.

I am looking for your input, guidance, and most important reasoning on which is the best choice for my application.

From: Callaway, Casey [mailto:Casey.Callaway@hella.com]
Sent: Wednesday, June 14, 2017 9:13 AM
To: autoshop@rochester.rr.com
Subject: FW: Guidence on light choise and why thatis the correct desion

Glenn,

For the functionality and the quality, I will have to suggest the FF75. The lamp will have the cutoff so not to impair oncoming traffic.

This is a very popular lamp for motorcyclist.

Here is the Isolux chart if you have not already seen it.





Found the web page that came from.

My Hella Lights :: FF 75 Fog

From: Glenn R Lever [mailto:autoshop@rochester.rr.com]
Sent: Wednesday, June 14, 2017 9:57 AM
To: Callaway, Casey <Casey.Callaway@hella.com>
Subject: RE: Guidence on light choise and why thatis the correct desion

Thank you for your reply.

So you do not like the Optilux 2020 Driving / Fog Lamp. Is that because of how it is built?

I had not seen the Isolux chart for the FF75. I did not see this on the web site.

There must be two for the Optilux charts for the Optilux 2020 Driving / Fog Lamp.

One for the driving light and one for the fog light.

If I understand the concept of that light there are two lenses and two bulbs inside of one housing.

I would suspect three or four wires, one set of + and – for the fog light and another for the driving light, although it might be wired with a common ground for the two bulbs.

I would very much like to read all the materials you have on both of these lights. Can you send me links. I would like to purchase today or tomorrow so they are waiting for me to install them when I get home.

Did you get a chance to read this post on my last install of fog lights? It will give you some background on my request.
http://www.irv2.com/forums/f107/proj...ml#post3627362

Glenn R. Lever
Cell Phone Number 585 704 3345
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10.09 this morning.




We do not have an Isolux chart for the Optilux. Optilux is our branded entry level lamp.

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My Hella Lights :: Optilux 2020 Dual Beam Driving/Fog Lamp Kit







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[idoxlr8]

I think you made the right call on the FF75's, sounds like a higher quality light.

[GlennLever]

Originally Posted by idoxlr8

I think you made the right call on the FF75's, sounds like a higher quality light.

[GlennLever]

The lights have arrived. The back housing is disappointingly a cheap plastic cover.

However the lamp housing it covers appears to be a high quality piece of engineering.

A quick test fit says they will fit without modification to the lower valance.

Once I get the problem with the dragster, and then the problem with the refrigerator straightened out, I will install these and give a review and full update in my thread.

[GlennLever]

Chuck when you swapped out the 50 watt bulbs for the 100's did you do any wiring to accommodate the addition amps?

[NHRA225]

Originally Posted by GlennLever

Chuck when you swapped out the 50 watt bulbs for the 100's did you do any wiring to accommodate the addition amps?

Glenn-
stand corrected - My Fog/Driving light are wired with 12 gauge not 8 gauge.

[GlennLever]

Originally Posted by NHRA225

Glenn-
stand corrected - My Fog/Driving light are wired with 12 gauge not 8 gauge.

How did you know it was 12 gauge?

[NHRA225]

Originally Posted by GlennLever

How did you know it was 12 gauge?

I looked this afternoon. I have a roll of 10-12-14 gauge in the trailer.

[GlennLever]

Originally Posted by NHRA225

I looked this afternoon. I have a roll of 10-12-14 gauge in the trailer.

You went by how big around the wire was to the light? You did not see the conductor?