Are Optronics LED Lights Quality Lights

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Are there other brands of LED trailer lights that are more reliable that the Optronics? Three out of four of my MCL31AB and MCL31RB have gone bad and a third of the LEDs in one of my BUL52CBs are out. They are 10 yrs old, but the clearance lights probably have less than 100 hours and the backup less than an hour. I know they are cheap, but they are a pain in the ass to change and I would rather spend more and not have to deal with that. Quality LEDs should last forever.

asked by: Sherman G

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Lights like the # MCL31AB and # MCL31RB are cheap but that is the nature of a small clearance light in this style. I wouldn't really expect better performance from any other brand. I know it happens, but we don't really see complaints about the lights burning out. Optronics lights are backed by a lifetime warranty on the LEDs so a light like your # BUL52CB is covered under and can be replaced.

For the clearance lights I would try switching to the Thinline LED Clearance and Side Marker Light # AL91AB and # AL91RB. These can be surface mounted or you can use a grommet # A91GB or bracket # A91BOB. The reason I recommend these over the other marker lights is because they are sonically sealed. Water intrusion seems to be the number one issue people run into across all brands. Even if you don't need submersible lights, this helps eliminate the risk of water or anything else getting inside of the light to damage it resulting in failure.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Answer 1

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 2

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 3

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 4

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

Hey Robert, sorry it can be a bit confusing navigating all those facets for the camper tie downs, but I did go ahead and find those tie downs you were looking for. For the front, you'll want the TorkLift Camper Tie-Downs #TL87CR (TorkLift P/N…

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Answer 6

You'll need to do some slight measuring to ensure the fit of the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs #F95FV on your 4WD 2022 Ford F-350 FX4 dually. Just measure from the top of the rear axle to the top of the jounce…

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Answer 7

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Since you are pulling a trailer that weighs around 8,500 lbs. you would just want to stick with the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV (5,000 lb.). You really only need to spend more for the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air…

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Answer 9

Yes, since the Gen-Y Hitch Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Ford OEM Puck Systems #GY43XR has a 5" offset it will place the pin weight 2-1/2" behind the current center of your gooseneck hitch ball. This does means the front axle will be prone to…

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Answer 10

If you take a look at the linked diagram you can see the minimum recommended clearance distances between truck and trailer for 5th wheel towing. It is recommended to have at least 5-inches from the top of the bed rails to the bottom of the trailer…

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Answer 11

Hey Beatrice, To find the right fit for your trailer's suspension you'll need to take a quick measurement of your current shackle straps. You'll need to measure from the center of one bolt hole to the center of the other bolt hole. The…

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The F2032 you're looking for is under part #TL87CR on our website and would be the correct fit for your 2024 Ford F-350. For the rear tie-downs you'll need part #TLF3008. To complete the setup you can use the TorkLift AnchorGuard Derringer…

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