LED headlights w/ fan behind dustcover?

[Denali2k8]

Debating the jump to LED headlights, but the ones with the fan concern me. Not because of the fan, but because in my housing they would essentially be sealed up and not sure how the fan would work as well that way...

Anyone with LED lights with the cooling fan have comments on this? I just imagine a fan in a sauna. Sure air moves, but is it any cooler?

 

[Denali2k8]

Anyone? Just wonder about the air temp inside the headlight since it would be sealed up and the fan would only be circulating the air trapped inside...

 

[cmc76]

i used these, no fan to worry about. I have the lowbeams in and i am thrilled with them. I have the high beams on a shelf ready to go in this weekend.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FI0S648/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Bigmac18]

I had something similar and they looked amazing. The issue I had was really bad radio interference when they were on. I couldn't listen to any radio stations. Not sure if it was because they were cheap chinese ones off of ebay or what? but I sold them. Any interference with those posted above?

 

[cmc76]

ive had no issues with that.

 

[jyi786]

Anyone? Just wonder about the air temp inside the headlight since it would be sealed up and the fan would only be circulating the air trapped inside...

Don't do it. It's the wrong way to get better lighting. You'll be wasting your time/money, blinding other drivers, and not to mention, it's illegal.

Do this instead.
http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/threads/new-bfc-retrofit-headlamps-installed.89909/

 

[Denali2k8]

Don't do it. It's the wrong way to get better lighting. You'll be wasting your time/money, blinding other drivers, and not to mention, it's illegal.

Do this instead.
http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/threads/new-bfc-retrofit-headlamps-installed.89909/

$$$$$.

I may just do LED in the fog lights and deal with the crap-tastic OEM lights. I just can't see that kind of money on a set of headlights.

 

[Denali2k8]

The other issue is HID. I have them / had them in a few vehicles. I don't care for the start up flash and I had some issues with bulbs and ballasts here and there. LED seems easier, so can you run LED in those retros?

 

[jyi786]

$$$$$.

I may just do LED in the fog lights and deal with the crap-tastic OEM lights. I just can't see that kind of money on a set of headlights.

Initial $$$, but if you compare how much it cost to let's say replace a Cadillac Escalade headlamp, it's about $1k PER side, so you're looking at $2k or more for a replacement, should something go bad. $1k for a retrofit with your choice of options is really not bad at all.

I think the pictures in the other thread speak for themselves. You gotta remember, in those shots with the originals, it's nice and clear outside. Things get a lot worse with inclement weather, making it downright impossible to see. You almost are forced to use the fogs as well to get as much light output as possible.

The other issue is HID. I have them / had them in a few vehicles. I don't care for the start up flash and I had some issues with bulbs and ballasts here and there. LED seems easier, so can you run LED in those retros?

Not sure about LEDs; you might want to reach out to BFC for that questions. As regards to issues, I have zero issues with start up flash (it's 0.25 of a second, basically minuscule to none), warms up to full intensity in about 5-10 seconds, and no issues with ballasts either so far.

 

[cmc76]

I am going to add my opinion back in here as ive seen multiple threads dealing with LED, and people jump in saying dont do it, here is a better option that costs far more.
Granted, i dont want to be a problem for other drivers. But I also am not in a position to justify the cost of a huge upgrade. I respect what goes into them, i respect that its high technology. But for me it is not affordable. I installed the LED kit i linked above, took the time to aim them and have been impressed with the output. Call it an illusion to my eyes or whatever anyone wants to. But i have better illumination when driving and not had a single person flash me oncoming. Ive had the LED in for about a month now.
I parked my tahoe between a benz and an infiniti, all 3 with lights on in the pitch dark. Even with the LED the output and glare of those 2 were far more than mine.

 

[Bigmac18]

I replaced the LEDs that I was having problems with with Silverstar ZXE bulbs. They are much whiter and brighter than the stock headlights. Nothing Like HID or LED, but a nice crisp light output. It was a compromise I was happy with at the moment
https://www.osram-americas.com/en-us/products/automotive/Pages/silverstar-zxe.aspx

 

[jyi786]

I am going to add my opinion back in here as ive seen multiple threads dealing with LED, and people jump in saying dont do it, here is a better option that costs far more.
Granted, i dont want to be a problem for other drivers. But I also am not in a position to justify the cost of a huge upgrade. I respect what goes into them, i respect that its high technology. But for me it is not affordable. I installed the LED kit i linked above, took the time to aim them and have been impressed with the output. Call it an illusion to my eyes or whatever anyone wants to. But i have better illumination when driving and not had a single person flash me oncoming. Ive had the LED in for about a month now.
I parked my tahoe between a benz and an infiniti, all 3 with lights on in the pitch dark. Even with the LED the output and glare of those 2 were far more than mine.

All I can say to this is "to each his own". I certainly understand and respect the decision you've made; only you can make it, and if it works for you, that's pretty much all that matters.

That being said, what it comes down to is basically everything I said in my last post. In addition, the experts themselves have written extensively about it here:

http://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/threads/tahoe-yukon-headlight-information-thread.45797/

I get it. Not everyone has a spare $1k lying around. Matter of fact, this is one of the main reasons I did NOT want to buy a GMT-900 platform vehicle (other than an Escalade): and that is the overall pitiful light output. Weighing in a lot of other things, I finally bought my Yukon, and factored in having to replace the lights. It was still cheaper than an Escalade with 80k miles.

This is one of those "you get what you pay for" cases. By all means, the OP can try the LEDs. It is highly recommended that he not do that, however. Save up for a proper retrofit and do it the right way.

 

[cmc76]

That appreciate you saying so. I dont take offense to those commenting on the advantages of a more expensive setup.
For me, just not feasible. And im content with the results of the lesser option.

 

[Trueform]

I would say the LED's in question probably have the same light output as stock, but merely a more bright appearance. Not the warm flow of stock halogen.

There would not be any harm in doing this as long as people understand it is only aesthetic for light color than anything else?