Upgrading Camper Lights to LED and Clearance Lights with Brake and Turn Signal Functions

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What I meant was, Id like the rear clearance lights the ones closest to the roof, the two most outer ones to function as turn, stop and marker lights. Id like them all to be of the same design and size. Ultimately, I want to replace all 13 clearance lights 6 amber, 7 red but NOT the factory stop, turn and tail lights.

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You can upgrade to LED lights but what I need to know is if the camper has the brake lights and turn signals on the same bulb or if it has separate amber turn signals.

And if the camper does have combined brake and turn signals do you want to keep it that way or do you want to have separate turn signal and brake light circuits?

We have several options for double tail lights, such as # CE86FR, and even some triple applications such as # 47-84-005.

Depending on if you want combined or separate brake/turn signals you may need additional equipment. Keep in mind that there are lighting requirements for trailers. Take a look at the link I have provided with additional information.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Matt

8/13/2018

What I meant was, Id like the rear clearance lights the ones closest to the roof, the two most outer ones to function as turn, stop and marker lights. Id like them all to be of the same design and size. Ultimately, I want to replace all 13 clearance lights 6 amber, 7 red but NOT the factory stop, turn and tail lights.

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Michael H.

8/14/2018

It is not recommended to change the lighting functions of the clearance lights on your motorhome or camper in order to stay DOT complaint. I recommend contacting the Department of Transportation before making any modifications to ensure you remain compliant. In order for a light to function with stop, tail, and turn it must have the appropriate input wires, such as LED tail light # STL76RB, while a marker light would only have one.

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