Valet Lighting Kit [Archive] - MercuryMarauder.net Forums

fastblackmerc

07-20-2011, 06:55 AM

slickster

07-20-2011, 07:07 AM

nice jim if i was closer then almost 4hrs away it would of been a done deal. so is this a door handle light mirror or bottom door? more info please

fastblackmerc

07-20-2011, 07:17 AM

nice jim if i was closer then almost 4hrs away it would of been a done deal. so is this a door handle light mirror or bottom door? more info please

These will be mounted on the frame under each door and connected to the interior lights so when you hit the unlock button on the remote you'll have 4 pools of light, one under each door.

I can also do the LED light strips under the door panels, but my goal is to all my kits be easily installable with common hand tools and a minimum amount of work.

To install the LED strips in the door panels would entail removing the door panels, drilling 15 evenly spaced holes, securing the strips, running wires from the LEDs through the door into the wiring harness, etc... in my opinion too much work for the average person.

justbob

07-20-2011, 07:18 AM

Dang. Now that would be quite the cruise..

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slickster

07-20-2011, 07:21 AM

yea im good with the frame mount. is there a way you can get a led kit for the exterior door handle in white

fastblackmerc

07-20-2011, 07:46 AM

yea im good with the frame mount. is there a way you can get a led kit for the exterior door handle in white

Yes I can.... again this is what I consider more than what an average person can install.

I've installed these on my MM.

Remove the door panels (yes all 4)
Remove the rivets that secure the door handles
Install the LED strips
Route the wires so they don't get pinched or severed
Continue routing the wires through the wiring harness to tie into the interior lights (easier on the front door, much harder on the rear doors)
Use stainless steel nuts, bolts and washers to reinstall the door handles
Reinstall door panels

That is an all day job.

If you want to do it I can get you the LED strips.

slickster

07-20-2011, 07:56 AM

ok maybe not or not right now

fastblackmerc

07-20-2011, 07:58 AM

ok maybe not or not right now

It's a big job.

Joe Walsh

07-20-2011, 08:22 AM

I'm looking for a way to install lights/LEDS in the bottom of our side view mirrors....like the Explorers had.

fastblackmerc

07-20-2011, 08:26 AM

I'm looking for a way to install lights/LEDS in the bottom of our side view mirrors....like the Explorers had.

You can get stick-on LED strips. But that won't look factory and I'm not a fan of doing anything that doesn't look factory.

The other thing I want lights under all four doors. Rear view mirror lights will only light up the front area.

robertmee

07-24-2011, 08:53 AM

Jim,

If you don't have any other takers lined up, I'll volunteer for all four.

fastblackmerc

07-24-2011, 08:57 AM

Jim,

If you don't have any other takers lined up, I'll volunteer for all four.

Sounds good. Will let you know when the kit is ready.

Of course if I install it for you there is no labor charge, just pay for the kit.

slickster

07-24-2011, 08:24 PM

Jim,

If you don't have any other takers lined up, I'll volunteer for all four.

And a video after your done please

PonyGuy

07-28-2011, 10:41 AM

I'll be offering a valet lighting kit.

Waiting for the first parts to arrive. Then if anyone wants to be the guinea pig for a test install, labor will be free, just pay for the supplies. Just need to show up at my house..... hint hint.. Carolina Marauder guys......

Well, "The Carolinas" is quite a haul from Oswego, IL (Chicago area) but I'm certainly down for the Valet Lighting kit, when and if it's available... sounds like a Xerox of the discontinued Ford Accessory kit...

So, how much, shipped to 60543/60538 area? Self-installation is not a problem for me...

fastblackmerc

07-28-2011, 10:50 AM

Well, "The Carolinas" is quite a haul from Oswego, IL (Chicago area) but I'm certainly down for the Valet Lighting kit, when and if it's available... sounds like a Xerox of the discontinued Ford Accessory kit...

So, how much, shipped to 60543/60538 area? Self-installation is not a problem for me...

It won't be a copy of the Ford kit.

Ford kit used incandescent bulbs. My kit will have LEDs.

Ford kit provides light to the front doors only. My kit will provide light to all four doors.

Will keep this thread updated.

PonyGuy

07-28-2011, 11:33 AM

It won't be a copy of the Ford kit.

Ford kit used incandescent bulbs. My kit will have LEDs.

Ford kit provides light to the front doors only. My kit will provide light to all four doors.

Even better, then...

PonyGuy

08-01-2011, 01:35 PM

Any news yet?

fastblackmerc

08-01-2011, 01:39 PM

Any news yet?

No, still in Tucson, Az. on a business trip.

Will be working on it this weekend.

blackhueys

08-07-2011, 06:29 AM

sounds interesting I will be watching this thread!

capt512

08-16-2011, 05:41 AM

Mercuryed - pictures are required. :)

mercuryed

08-16-2011, 09:50 PM

Please start your own thread.

Blackened300a

08-17-2011, 04:24 AM

here you go

Very impressive, great job.

PonyGuy

11-24-2011, 02:18 AM

Time flies when you're having fun...

Anything fresh to divulge?

fastblackmerc

11-24-2011, 05:50 AM

Time flies when you're having fun...

Anything fresh to divulge?

Will be installing my kit on a members car.

Will have pics this weekend.

whitey

11-29-2011, 05:21 PM

id like to see this kit, waiting on those pics!:) do you have a price set yet?--whitey

Speed

12-18-2011, 09:27 AM

Do you have a time frame when these will be available? Thanks.

fastblackmerc

12-18-2011, 09:31 AM

id like to see this kit, waiting on those pics!:) do you have a price set yet?--whitey

Do you have a time frame when these will be available? Thanks.

Working on it this week.

Marauderman

12-20-2011, 12:20 PM

Not sure what your referring too, but in case you can't spell correctly with your letters ^above---check this out against those letters......

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qJzgVFYX5Y

bolsen

12-20-2011, 07:47 PM

How much is the kit? It looks great!

fastblackmerc

12-23-2011, 12:48 PM

How much is the kit? It looks great!

Working on 4 different kits. Prices in a week or two.

bolsen

12-23-2011, 03:00 PM

fastblackmerc

12-29-2011, 09:32 AM

I've been looking around at different kits my only issue is where to drill the holes to run the wires into the floor lamps. I'm not trying to mess with your bidnis, I just want a good deal and good quality. How secure is your installation and can you see the units from the side?

The instructions in my kit will tell you where to go thru the floor to get to the interior wiring.

Installation is very secure and not visible unless your under the car.

Speed

12-29-2011, 10:35 AM

:bounce: Are they ready yet? :bounce:

Mercguy04

01-24-2012, 10:17 PM

Fast Black Merc,
What ever happened to the ligh kit you were working on?
I am sorry if I missed it somewhere. I would be interested
Russell

Speed

01-25-2012, 08:37 AM

Yes...inquiring minds would like know

fastblackmerc

01-25-2012, 09:31 AM

Fast Black Merc,
What ever happened to the ligh kit you were working on?
I am sorry if I missed it somewhere. I would be interested
Russell

Yes...inquiring minds would like know

Still working on it.... the cold weather is putting a damper on things as is the kitchen renovation my wife decided we needed to do.