2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (Sold 02-18)
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Clean Install. I like the mount of the Radio. Just not a fan of the location personally. Either way great job!
I always liked the idea of the light up unit numbers on fire trucks. Like this: PRODUCT INFO: Vehicle Identification by VisuLite Inc.
But I was never happy about the price tag (around $200) Welcome - FDFriendly.Com
Whats worse is that the sizes offered by this company were extremely limited, aka too big for what I wanted.
So I found a 4"X8" EL panel on Ebay and ordered a reverse cut sheet of Vinyl with my Agencies acronym on it and stuck on top. I have effectively made the same thing for about $30. Looks great, and I will try to get pictures of it lit up on the Jeep as soon as possible.
Now for the teaser:
But I was never happy about the price tag (around $200) Welcome - FDFriendly.Com
Whats worse is that the sizes offered by this company were extremely limited, aka too big for what I wanted.
So I found a 4"X8" EL panel on Ebay and ordered a reverse cut sheet of Vinyl with my Agencies acronym on it and stuck on top. I have effectively made the same thing for about $30. Looks great, and I will try to get pictures of it lit up on the Jeep as soon as possible.
Now for the teaser:
mkoons532 said:
It is a Setina PB400. They do not block my grille lights, as they were not very visible off axis because of the grille design in the first place. My agency has a policy in place limiting externally mounted emergency lighting (the policy was written when a colored light had to have a colored lens, and it has not been reviewed since LEDs gained popularity), and a push bumper is not an approved location. If I were you, I would go with a Setina PB400L with lighting installed on it from the factory.
lawman0554 said:
The lights are mounted to the bar from this kit: SHO-ME Light Mounting Bar
I ordered the bar with no mounting hardware, it is perfect for the application.
It is connected to the dome light circuit inside of the vehicle. Very straight forward.
I need to grab some photos on the visor sign and the camera. Also swapped out the LINZ6s on the back with IONs, so much better!!
I need to grab some photos on the visor sign and the camera. Also swapped out the LINZ6s on the back with IONs, so much better!!
For the updates. Lots of little things have happened since I last added some pictures. I'll start with my favorite addition to the vehicle:
Idle-Right. I'm a volunteer and I pay for my own gas during calls, so having this system has saved me a lot of money so far. It was totally worth the purchase.
LED Off Road Light from SuperBrightLEDs.com. It isn't the most amazing thing in the world, but my brother got me it for Christmas and it looks great tucked in underneath the license plate.
I have loved the Whelen Unity Spotlight replacement since I got it, but I was tired of the light spilling out of the edges. Using a 1" strip of black vinyl, I wrapped the edges of the light, preventing any of the spillage, it makes the lights much easier to use, especially when shining it towards the passenger side of the vehicle. I really recommend that people using this module, do this.
I replaced my rear LINZ6s with Surface Mount IONs. Moisture in one of the LINZ6's prompted the change. I'm glad I did it as I feel less light is wasted with these lightheads. It is a HUGE improvement.
I got a Visor Gear Organizer from Zulu Nylon Gear. Not really emergency vehicle related, but very handy for keeping things close at hand, like pens, etc.
I also finally added the Panasonic Arbitrator Dash Camera System.
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Closeup of camera (Including my illuminated visor sign)
Front View of vehicle
DVR Mounting location. I utilized an aftermarket underdash head unit mounting kit to install the DVR, it turned out great, it's just missing a trim ring to clean up the edges.
View of the front-end software on the CF-19
Idle-Right. I'm a volunteer and I pay for my own gas during calls, so having this system has saved me a lot of money so far. It was totally worth the purchase.
LED Off Road Light from SuperBrightLEDs.com. It isn't the most amazing thing in the world, but my brother got me it for Christmas and it looks great tucked in underneath the license plate.
I have loved the Whelen Unity Spotlight replacement since I got it, but I was tired of the light spilling out of the edges. Using a 1" strip of black vinyl, I wrapped the edges of the light, preventing any of the spillage, it makes the lights much easier to use, especially when shining it towards the passenger side of the vehicle. I really recommend that people using this module, do this.
I replaced my rear LINZ6s with Surface Mount IONs. Moisture in one of the LINZ6's prompted the change. I'm glad I did it as I feel less light is wasted with these lightheads. It is a HUGE improvement.
I got a Visor Gear Organizer from Zulu Nylon Gear. Not really emergency vehicle related, but very handy for keeping things close at hand, like pens, etc.
I also finally added the Panasonic Arbitrator Dash Camera System.
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Closeup of camera (Including my illuminated visor sign)
Front View of vehicle
DVR Mounting location. I utilized an aftermarket underdash head unit mounting kit to install the DVR, it turned out great, it's just missing a trim ring to clean up the edges.
View of the front-end software on the CF-19
andrewsim said:For the updates. Lots of little things have happened since I last added some pictures. I'll start with my favorite addition to the vehicle:
Idle-Right. I'm a volunteer and I pay for my own gas during calls, so having this system has saved me a lot of money so far. It was totally worth the purchase.
LED Off Road Light from SuperBrightLEDs.com. It isn't the most amazing thing in the world, but my brother got me it for Christmas and it looks great tucked in underneath the license plate.
I have loved the Whelen Unity Spotlight replacement since I got it, but I was tired of the light spilling out of the edges. Using a 1" strip of black vinyl, I wrapped the edges of the light, preventing any of the spillage, it makes the lights much easier to use, especially when shining it towards the passenger side of the vehicle. I really recommend that people using this module, do this.
I replaced my rear LINZ6s with Surface Mount IONs. Moisture in one of the LINZ6's prompted the change. I'm glad I did it as I feel less light is wasted with these lightheads. It is a HUGE improvement.
I got a Visor Gear Organizer from Zulu Nylon Gear. Not really emergency vehicle related, but very handy for keeping things close at hand, like pens, etc.
I also finally added the Panasonic Arbitrator Dash Camera System.
Closeup of camera (Including my illuminated visor sign)
Front View of vehicle
DVR Mounting location. I utilized an aftermarket underdash head unit mounting kit to install the DVR, it turned out great, it's just missing a trim ring to clean up the edges.
View of the front-end software on the CF-19
Out of all the installs on this site, this is by far my favorite. Sexy, awesome, and done perfectly. Good job sir, good job.
jbjlc said:
I don't mean to draw it out, I promise. I got a couple more lights to add, and then I will shoot a daytime video.
I haven't noticed any lack of output. The location that they are mounted means there is a hotspot directly behind the vehicle, which is what I wanted. The avengers provide plenty of off axis coverage. I moved away from the LINZ6s because I felt I was wasting too much of their output in the sky and on the ground. I am extremely happy with the IONs performance and look (both on and off)Eric1249 said:
Thank you sir.timlinson said:
andrewsim said:
Nice install,
Being of a tall build, I've found that a driver's side mounted Avenger cut down/restricted on my front visibility. How does it do in the G/C?
Do you have the new Whelen PAR 46 Multi Color LED Spot, (switchable from White to flashing R/B?).
If so, how do you like it as a secondary warning light?
RJ
Rhinojoe said:
The Avenger does block some of my visibility, and I am only 5'10" on a good day, and that is with my seat lowered all of the way.
The spotlight is NOT a multicolor Par46, just original Whelen Spotlight Replacement.
Found a cool picture of my ride online on one of the rare occasions it was clean out at a call and felt like showing it off! (It's copyrighted, so Flickr link attached)
https://flic.kr/p/mz8LSh
Also curious if anybody has any experience with the new multi color NForce interior lightbars... I am itching for an upgrade.
https://flic.kr/p/mz8LSh
Also curious if anybody has any experience with the new multi color NForce interior lightbars... I am itching for an upgrade.
Still looking great! That accident looked crazy. Here is another one from the photostream, https://flic.kr/p/mz8QXS
Since I hope to drive this vehicle into the ground, there have been some additions! Mostly minor, and more photos to follow.
1. Replaced surface mount IONS. I hated to do this, but I ran into the same issue that many others have, the powder coat simply did not stand up the elements. It flaked off terrible and forced their replacement. I went with an M series light (M2) since I have had very good luck with those. On a positive note, Whelen did warranty the ions for the corrosion.
2. Installed a ULF44 to allow me to cruise my Whelen LED replacements when I utilize my front cut, providing front end identification, without blinding everyone in front of me. (The night time photo makes them seem much brighter than they are)
3. I added a X10DR wireless microphone (photos to follow). This was a big $ amount purchase that I was not too sure about, but ended up being great. I have used the microphone about 1000' from my vehicle (line of sight) and had it work. Worth every penny.
4. Removed the knock-off rigid industries light bar. I think I like the look the vehicle more without it.
The jeep is still doing well, and I'm constantly looking for upgrades I can do to it. I'm thinking some scene lighting on the PB.
1. Replaced surface mount IONS. I hated to do this, but I ran into the same issue that many others have, the powder coat simply did not stand up the elements. It flaked off terrible and forced their replacement. I went with an M series light (M2) since I have had very good luck with those. On a positive note, Whelen did warranty the ions for the corrosion.
2. Installed a ULF44 to allow me to cruise my Whelen LED replacements when I utilize my front cut, providing front end identification, without blinding everyone in front of me. (The night time photo makes them seem much brighter than they are)
3. I added a X10DR wireless microphone (photos to follow). This was a big $ amount purchase that I was not too sure about, but ended up being great. I have used the microphone about 1000' from my vehicle (line of sight) and had it work. Worth every penny.
4. Removed the knock-off rigid industries light bar. I think I like the look the vehicle more without it.
The jeep is still doing well, and I'm constantly looking for upgrades I can do to it. I'm thinking some scene lighting on the PB.
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If you don't mind, would it be possible to shoot me some pictures of the front I'd panel lite up at night.
Along with what you used for the light panel, did some ebay searching myself but trying to figure out what you got.
Along with what you used for the light panel, did some ebay searching myself but trying to figure out what you got.
Looks good, I like the M2's better myself, where did you get the X10DR from and whats the cost on them? I like the idea of not having to upgrade to an xpr5550 for the wireless mic.
Wow! I feel bad for not getting back on all of this stuff. I can't believe this is still a relevant vehicle with all of the new warning products coming out and the cool installs they can allow for. But, to answer some questions. The vehicle is still going, I added an organization cabinet in the back since I now have a company ride that I can put all my miles on. I replaced the Toughbook with an Android tablet in a locking RAM cradle. Added some Micro Pioneers to the push bumper (awesome).
My CDM750 chassis is crammed away in a storage cubby opposite the tire jack in the back. I had to cut up the cubby to get the radio to fit.
The X10dr is still awesome. I get some crazy range on it. I reached out to the manufacturer and found a local vendor. He came out and showed me an exampled of it and I was sold. I think it was ~$400 or so.
Once it warms up (and I remember) I will get it washed and pretty looking and snap a couple photos of it. It's been through hell, but it's paid off, so I'm gonna drive it till it dies!!
Thanks for the views
My CDM750 chassis is crammed away in a storage cubby opposite the tire jack in the back. I had to cut up the cubby to get the radio to fit.
The X10dr is still awesome. I get some crazy range on it. I reached out to the manufacturer and found a local vendor. He came out and showed me an exampled of it and I was sold. I think it was ~$400 or so.
Once it warms up (and I remember) I will get it washed and pretty looking and snap a couple photos of it. It's been through hell, but it's paid off, so I'm gonna drive it till it dies!!
Thanks for the views
How I never saw this thread is beyond me!
Very Slick install with great thought process all along the way.
I'd drive it in a heartbeat, well, if the lights were red anyways..
Awesome PoV
Very Slick install with great thought process all along the way.
I'd drive it in a heartbeat, well, if the lights were red anyways..
Awesome PoV
