SS3 vs SS5 and Ditch vs Fog

[JTK37]

I'm interested in adding pod/ditch lights and I'm torn between the SS3 and SS5. I've never seen them in person and don't know if the 3" are too small or the 5" too big. I'd lean towards the 5" but it may be overkill. This is my daily driver so I'm somewhat concerned with noise if one is louder than the other.

What would everyone advise? Any comments on glare off the hood with these?

Also I have a Wildtrak with the standard bumper and stock fogs. I'm looking at the SS3 fog kit for this bumper, but what would I gain? Is their performance better in the fog and heavy storms? Are they too bright for oncoming traffic? I've seen the YouTube video but it's tough to compare to the standard.

Between the existing fog switch and the AUX switches I'll be doing the install myself

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[Bronco21fan]

I'm interested in adding pod/ditch lights and I'm torn between the SS3 and SS5. I've never seen them in person and don't know if the 3" are too small or the 5" too big. I'd lean towards the 5" but it may be overkill. This is my daily driver so I'm somewhat concerned with noise if one is louder than the other.

What would everyone advise? Any comments on glare off the hood with these?

Also I have a Wildtrak with the standard bumper and stock fogs. I'm looking at the SS3 fog kit for this bumper, but what would I gain? Is their performance better in the fog and heavy storms? Are they too bright for oncoming traffic? I've seen the YouTube video but it's tough to compare to the standard.

Between the existing fog switch and the AUX switches I'll be doing the install myself

I’d like to know this as well once I take delivery this prob will be one of the first things I do I want the Baja designs pocket lights for the modular front bumper too

 

[bkfit]

Just installed the Diode Dynamics Stage Series SS3 combo, Pro. I can say I’m just going to rock these see no need for more lights. These are plenty IMHO. Also my DD.

 

[Bronco21fan]

Just installed the Diode Dynamics Stage Series SS3 combo, Pro. I can say I’m just going to rock these see no need for more lights. These are plenty IMHO. Also my DD.

Looks great

 

[JTK37]

Just installed the Diode Dynamics Stage Series SS3 combo, Pro. I can say I’m just going to rock these see no need for more lights. These are plenty IMHO. Also my DD.

Any wind noise or other observations?

 

[bkfit]

Any wind noise or other observations?

i have not noticed any whistles, or noise. GTG.

 

[4x4TruckLEDs.com]

I'm interested in adding pod/ditch lights and I'm torn between the SS3 and SS5. I've never seen them in person and don't know if the 3" are too small or the 5" too big. I'd lean towards the 5" but it may be overkill. This is my daily driver so I'm somewhat concerned with noise if one is louder than the other.

What would everyone advise? Any comments on glare off the hood with these?

Also I have a Wildtrak with the standard bumper and stock fogs. I'm looking at the SS3 fog kit for this bumper, but what would I gain? Is their performance better in the fog and heavy storms? Are they too bright for oncoming traffic? I've seen the YouTube video but it's tough to compare to the standard.

Between the existing fog switch and the AUX switches I'll be doing the install myself

So the SS5 is definitely going to give you a lot more light but yes it MIGHT be overkill for what you want to do. You'll also have to wait a bit as they are not available for shipping yet. The 3" pods are by far the most popular we sell, for good reason.

You can get a LOT of light still from an SS3 if you go with the Max. I'd recommend either a SPOT or a COMBO pattern

https://www.4x4truckleds.com/diode-dynamics-stage-series-ss3-ditch-light-kit-for-2021-ford-bronco/

For the fogs, you'll benefit from upgrading to the SS3 fog kit. It's a replacement for your current fog and it'll give you a lot more usable light. I'd say the Pro is a great setup for the fogs. The sport is great if price is a concern but the Pro just give you a lot more light

https://www.4x4truckleds.com/diode-...ght-kit-for-2021-ford-bronco-standard-bumper/

Not to mention they are 15% off right now at our website (www.4x4TruckLEDs.com)

As for wind noise, non-existant. You won't notice any wind noise at all.

 

[DonM]

Just installed the Diode Dynamics Stage Series SS3 combo, Pro. I can say I’m just going to rock these see no need for more lights. These are plenty IMHO. Also my DD.

How bad is the glare off of the hood? I want more light, haven't added anything yet and not sure if I really want the added expense of a new bumper to add lights to!

 

[bkfit]

How bad is the glare off of the hood? I want more light, haven't added anything yet and not sure if I really want the added expense of a new bumper to add lights to!

Not to bad I went and sighted/adjusted them in after install. It will obviously light up your fender but didn’t notice any glare.

 

[JTK37]

Just placed my order so I'll report back soon

SS3 PRO Combo Ditch lights(white)

SS3 PRO Fog (white)

 

[ProdigyJKU]

I just installed the Yellow Pro SS3's inside my BD bumper. Made my own brackets and mounted one in each end of the bumper. They are bright AF, throwing way more light down the road then the factory LED headlight.

I pulled up about 20ft from the garage door and aimed them slightly below the headlight cutoff. Now that I think about it I probably need to aim down a bit more, since the mounting location is below the headlights.

Haven't used them in traffic yet, will be adjusting them some more tomorrow.

They are awesome, the main reason I got them is to light up the side of the roadway when turning. The light spread is good, with a sharp cut off.

The $30 OEM AUX wiring harness from DD makes installion super simply, just crimp the pos connector to the AUX wire, then slide the grond wire fitting under one of the factory ground straps.

 

[Diode Dynamics]

How bad is the glare off of the hood? I want more light, haven't added anything yet and not sure if I really want the added expense of a new bumper to add lights to!

Our TIR optics are going to limit hood glare compared to traditional reflector optics options on the market.

Our SS3 Ditch Light Kit comes with our combo optic, however, our TIR optics are interchangeable if interested.




For example, our combo optic is going to combine flood for foreground lighting and driving for long-range. However, if you swap to a driving or spot optic you'll limit hood glare even more!

Here is an example of the SSC2 LED pods with our driving optic installed with limited hood glare.




If you have any other questions, I'll be glad to help!

John C.
Diode Dynamics

 

[JTK37]

Our TIR optics are going to limit hood glare compared to traditional reflector optics options on the market.

Our SS3 Ditch Light Kit comes with our combo optic, however, our TIR optics are interchangeable if interested.




For example, our combo optic is going to combine flood for foreground lighting and driving for long-range. However, if you swap to a driving or spot optic you'll limit hood glare even more!

Here is an example of the SSC2 LED pods with our driving optic installed with limited hood glare.




If you have any other questions, I'll be glad to help!

John C.
Diode Dynamics

John, I went went with white fogs. IF I decide I want to try amber/yellow and just swap the lens color, how close does that get to the effect(wavelength) of the true Amber LED?

 

[Diode Dynamics]

John, I went went with white fogs. IF I decide I want to try amber/yellow and just swap the lens color, how close does that get to the effect(wavelength) of the true Amber LED?

We don't have the exact data on record at the moment. However, I have informed our engineering team about obtaining this information to have on file. It's estimated a color shift to 3400K from 3000K.

I hope this information is helpful!

John C.
Diode Dynamics

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