Replacing Trailer Tail Lights With LEDs on Older Trailer
Question:
Hi, I have a 1970s Trailer with 4 inch Round tail lights which I wish to upgrade from Incandescent to LED. I am unsure which products to purchase to mount to my trailer. Pictures attached. Would I use the existing Light housing or replace the whole unit? The width of the mounting bracket holes to screw in the lens measures 3 and 2/8 The width of the holes on the trailer itself to mount the light are 2-1/4 In addition to finding a light that will fit, what parts do I need to mount and to convert my wiring etc. Thanks
asked by: Richard B
Helpful Expert Reply:
Thank you for that photo, it was helpful! For new LED lights you will need to replace the entire unit, and you will need to replace the entire unit. Based on the 2-1/4 inch measurement, to mount new LED tail lights you are going to have to drill new holes to install them because the standard for trailer lights today is 2 inches on center.
I recommend the Trailer Tail Lights # TLL9RK.
Products Referenced in This Question
Deka Heat Shrink Butt Connector - 16-14 Gauge - Nylon Insulation - Blue - Qty 10
- Wiring
- Wire Connectors
- Butt Connectors
- 16-14 Gauge
- Deka
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
LED Combination Tail Light Kit for Trailers under 80" Wide - Submersible - Driver and Passenger
- Trailer Lights
- Tail Lights
- License Plate
- Rear Reflector
- Side Reflector
- Stop/Turn/Tail
- Square
- Kit
- Surface Mount
- Submersible Lights
- LED Light
- 5L x 5W Inch
- Red
- Optronics
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: etrailer Boat Trailer Jack w/ Wheel - Sidewind - Swivel - 11" Lift - Zinc - 1.5K
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: trailer jack blocks
- Search Results: 440l peterson square trailer tail light
- Search Results: boat
- Search Results: 440~15r
- Search Results: boat trailer light kits
- Search Results: 4 way plug cover
- Search Results: fw16000101
- Shop: Vehicle Seat Covers
- Q&A: Recommended Bunk Boards For Boat Trailer To Support 16-Ft Deep V Boat
- Q&A: Can Pontoon Boat Be Stored On Roller Bunks Over Winter
- Q&A: Will the Optronics Light # TLL9RK Fit in the Light Guard # LG440NP
- Q&A: Will Storing a PWC on Rollers for a Long Period of Time Damage the Hull
- Q&A: How to Determine if the Trailer Light Mounting Bracket # 510-9 Would Fit Square Taillights
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Video: TowSmart Ratcheting Trailer Winch Review and Installation
- Video: Dutton Lainson Hand Winch Strap with Safety Hook Review
- Video: Buyers Products Trailer Hand Winch Review
- Video: Dutton-Lainson Boat Trailer Parts - Roller and Bunk Parts - DL21755 Review
- Video: Trailer Connector Socket Installation - 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
- Video: Fulton Single Speed Trailer Winch Review
- Video: CE Smith Boat Trailer Carpeted Bunk Boards Review and Installation
- Shop: Ultimate Trailer Jack - A-Frame - Topwind - 27-1/2" Lift - 2,000 lbs
- Shop: Dutton-Lainson Hand Winch - TUFFPLATE Finish - Single Speed - 1,600 lbs
- Shop: CE Smith Carpeted Bunk Boards for Boat Trailers - 7' Long - 1 Pair
- Shop: Pro Series Square Jack - Drop Leg w/ Spring Return - Sidewind - 26" Lift - 10,000 lbs
- Shop: Round Snap Ring Swivel Jack w/ Footplate - Weld On - Sidewind - 10-1/2" Travel - 2,000 lbs
- Shop: Ark Xtreme Off-Road Swivel Trailer Jack w/ 2 Wheels - Sidewind - 12" Lift - Zinc - 770 lbs
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between 7-Way RV and Utility Trailer Connectors
on Trailer Lights
