Rigid vs Diode Dynamics vs older Tuff Stuff flush mounted LED back up lights

While repairing my rear hitch/receiver (in another video), I also chose to update/upgrade my current flush mounted rear bumper lights. The current lights were made by Tuff Stuff 5 years ago but are no longer made today. My old ones still work, but they have taken a beating being mounted in the rear bumper. I felt it was time to upgrade to a new light with greater lumens (brighter) since I tend to use these light primarily for utility purposes i.e hooking up to trailers, loading boats on trailers in the dark or even snowmobiles on my utility trailer. I chose these 2 brands because I currently have Diode Dynamic products on my F150 and Rigid also makes a great light with some very good lumens at a reasonable price and lastly, both are made in the USA. I did a comparison on the light beams, it's brightness and how it will fit into the current hole already cut into my rear bumper.
This is not a paid promotion, but the products I use are purchased with my own money and I am sharing my experience utilizing them for what they are intended for....
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[@cedaroakfarm8596]

I selected RIGID too. They came with a combo mount so you could mount them on the vehicle in many ways. I then used Nilight frame mounts on the round guards to put the light mounting bolt into. Works great on the RTV. I mounted another set on the truck window guard of the cab so it really lights up the rear area. Very good lights.

[@bigguydiy2184]

So far, I am still impressed with them after pulling the boat out of lakes late at night. Good light throw when backing up.

[@jeffkeith20]

The diode dynamics light has a backlight feature that’s why you have 2 power wires so if you would have gotten a red backlight you could use it as a running light while the main light wasn’t powered. A little research goes a long way.

[@bigguydiy2184]

Thank you. I love their product. I have it on the front of my truck replacing the stock fog lamps. Such a good product. I will be buying more from them down the road to replace a 14" light bar I have that is getting beat up badly from stones and sand.

[@davidp419]

Very informative vid. I usually don't watch such a long video but I picked up a few new ideas for when I get around to installing my Rigid reverse lights. Thank you!

[@bigguydiy2184]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stephenhanley3992]

I was wondering if you made a video of how and what tools you used to cut the holes in the bumper.i have a 17 F-250. Thank you for your time with my questions.

[@bigguydiy2184]

No I did not because I installed the originals before the channel. What I used was a pnuematic cutting wheel for the long straight cuts. I did drill each corner with a drill. To get the the little part the cutting wheel did not get towards the drilled hole, I used a pnuematic air saw with a metal cutting blade. You can also use one of the short handled open end hack saws since the metal is not that thick. After the square has been cut out, I used a hand file to grind down the cut edges. When you install the lights, it is super important your new lights come with some form of gasket to keep the metals seperate (Steel vs Aluminum). If there is no gasket, make one out of rubber or even plastic, like a 1 Gal milk jug. May sound stupid, but that plastic will never rot or corrode. My first set of lights corroded badly because of a lack of a gasket. I hope this helps, Good Luck, and take you time!!!

[@stephenhanley3992]

@@bigguydiy2184 thank you for all of the information. Have a great day.