2014 explorer install questions

[SBFD-E-9]

I just got a 2014 Ford Explorer and have a few install questions. I want to keep it pretty simple and not drill a bunch of holes. I just purchased a Passenger side Feniex Fusion bar for it. I was thinking maybe a pair of Ions or T6 in the grille in the open area under the slats. I've seen a lot of lights mounted there, but was wondering how they are actually secured? I didn't see much to mount to when I looked.

Also looking at doing Feniex Cannons in the rear. Would I be better off going with 120 or 360 and reverse light area or turn signal area?

Thanks!

 

[billyfromhill]

I think people mount their lights right to the bumper cover with an L-bracket. I did see one install where someone fabbed up some longer L-brackets and mounted to the bumper itself I believe. It was either on here or YouTube.

I would think the 360 Cannons would work better as you're trying to take advantage of the stock reflector when installing hide-a-ways. Installs where you can only see the small HAW lighthead flashing inside the tail light are improperly installed IMO.

 

[billyfromhill]

Found it. See about 6 seconds into the video.

 

[Sparky_911]

Ive seen toggle bolts used in the grilles of cars that have the opening/closing slats. I took that idea and used them on the '16 ram install I did for 4 T6s. They don't leave holes and are very secure. They key is to use stainless steel bolts.

As for the rears Ford used a few different housings depending on the trim level of the car, LED tails and standard tails. I'd still go 120 over 360 any day.