Visor light bar

[Protect1989]

Has anyone installed an interior visor light bar on their Tahoe?

Curious about how high it can be mounted, how it affects visibility, and more importantly how you’re running the wires for a clean set up. Thanks

 

[Joseph Garcia]

I'm trying to visualize what you are talking about, and I'm failing. What is the purpose of this, and how is this positioned (not how it is mounted) on your visor?

 

[2024 White Tahoe]

I'm trying to visualize what you are talking about, and I'm failing. What is the purpose of this, and how is this positioned (not how it is mounted) on your visor?

Some law enforcement and fire personnel mount emergency light bars on the inside of their windshield, near the roof where the glass meets the headliner (behind the visors).

The light bars are tapered and designed to fit flush against the inside of the windshield, while being mostly concealed on the inside as they are covered by the visors. Often there are two (left and right).

Some areas with volunteer fire fighters also use the lights.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Some law enforcement and fire personnel mount emergency light bars on the inside of their windshield, near the roof where the glass meets the headliner (behind the visors).

The light bars are tapered and designed to fit flush against the inside of the windshield, while being mostly concealed on the inside as they are covered by the visors. Often there are two (left and right).

Some areas with volunteer fire fighters also use the lights.

OK. Thank you for clarifying what the OP may be attempting to do.

The wires can be run along the top windshield, tucked underneath the headliner and down the side, tucked under the pillar.

 

[Protect1989]

OK. Thank you for clarifying what the OP may be attempting to do.

The wires can be run along the top windshield, tucked underneath the headliner and down the side, tucked under the pillar.

The other user provided a great description of it, below is a photo of what I was describing. I am more curious about how flush they sit with the roof and how much it affects the outward visibility from the drivers position.

Every vehicle is different and some are able to be mounted so they are out of the way, others sit lower and directly in the line of sight.

 

[homesick]

It's possible, especially if you're tall, that these 'visor lights' will aggravate you some.

I had a shelf in my '95 Tahoe that used the sun visor mounting holes. I had to lean down and forward to see some traffic lights and signs and such.

I removed it.

joe

 

[Dropfire93x]

The other user provided a great description of it, below is a photo of what I was describing. I am more curious about how flush they sit with the roof and how much it affects the outward visibility from the drivers position.

Every vehicle is different and some are able to be mounted so they are out of the way, others sit lower and directly in the line of sight.

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Any ILB will impact forward visibility. It depends on the manufacturer and model. The pic you posted looks like a Feniex ILB. My suggestion is to contact a local emergency vehicle upfitter in your area. It can be a task to install one, especially if you aren’t familiar with the process. Many emergency warning equipment manufacturers post basic install guides on their websites for reference. You can also find some informational videos by doing a simple search on YouTube.

 

[Marky Dissod]

Without thinking about it, they encourage drivers to stop further away from the intersection to see traffic lights and signs above. They tend to annoy taller drivers.

 

[Hey you]

Years ago, I think there was a device mounted on the steering wheel, what allowed you to see the traffic lights
that were almost directly above you. This was not an after market thing, it came stock... not sure of the
model vehicle... maybe a Studebaker. Sorry if speellaid incorrect!

 

[JoeBlobs]

I've mounted a bunch on different vehicles including Tahoes. The best way to go about it is the get vehicle specific mounting hardware from the respective manufacturer. They utilize the mounts for the sun visor, essentially sandwiching between the headliner and the visor mounts. This will also keep the lights mounted as high has possible while retaining full use of your visors. They are usually fairly strong brackets and wedge themselves against the glass to keep them from flopping around. Rubber trim lock sits between the light and the glass. Some adjustment may be needed.

You could definitely DIY it with a couple custom aluminum brackets and such, but it will be a huge PITA. Another thing to be careful of is glare when the lights are on. If there is space between the housings and the windshield you will blind yourself from the reflection every time you turn the lights on.

The wiring will run under the headliner and down the pillar. Remove the plastic cover and zip tie the wiring where you can. Be very careful of airbags in these areas.

 

[Protect1989]

I've mounted a bunch on different vehicles including Tahoes. The best way to go about it is the get vehicle specific mounting hardware from the respective manufacturer. They utilize the mounts for the sun visor, essentially sandwiching between the headliner and the visor mounts. This will also keep the lights mounted as high has possible while retaining full use of your visors. They are usually fairly strong brackets and wedge themselves against the glass to keep them from flopping around. Rubber trim lock sits between the light and the glass. Some adjustment may be needed.

You could definitely DIY it with a couple custom aluminum brackets and such, but it will be a huge PITA. Another thing to be careful of is glare when the lights are on. If there is space between the housings and the windshield you will blind yourself from the reflection every time you turn the lights on.

The wiring will run under the headliner and down the pillar. Remove the plastic cover and zip tie the wiring where you can. Be very careful of airbags in these areas.

I have a full Feniex set up from a previous build that I am delaying getting installed on this vehicle.

Was thinking about doing a more cost-effective temporary solution like a STL interior bar. My fear is that it being in my line of sight is going to drive me nuts. They do have tahoe specific brackets which should make it tight to the headliner

 

[Marky Dissod]

My fear is that it being in my line of sight is going to drive me nuts.

Do you wear a cap or hat while driving?

 

[Protect1989]

Do you wear a cap or hat while driving?

Been known to wear the occasional baseball hat from time to time

 

[Marky Dissod]

Been known to wear the occasional baseball hat from time to time.

A visor light bar is like wearing the baseball cap lower specifically to hide your eyes/face.