Chevy Colorado ZR2 Trail Lighting DONE RIGHT! LED Fog Lights and Chase Lights

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Are you looking to add off-road lights to your SUV or truck? In this video you'll learn that as well as an overview on adding relays and custom switches for any 12 volt accessory! We did all this on a 2021 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison, but the principles can be applied to any vehicle.
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Chapters:
0:00 Project Overview
1:53 Installing S-Tech Relays, Fuses, Etc.
7:15 Running Switch Wiring, Installing Switches
9:21 Installing Front Lights (Fog Lights)
10:53 Installing Rear Lights (Case Lights)
12:09 Results, Testing New Lights
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@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

For diehard fans of the channel, this is VIDEO #100! Thanks for watching everyone.

@josephmettes9147 2 жыл бұрын

Happy 100th video! Hope to see at least 100 more!

@PNW_Bison 2 жыл бұрын

Whoa, I'm honored!

@sergentgriff 2 жыл бұрын

This is a positive comment for the youtube algorithm. Was away for a few weeks but caught back up!

@koalafan1576 3 ай бұрын

My chase lights will be delivered tomorrow. I can’t wait to install them.

@NilesProductions 2 жыл бұрын

100 videos!!! Proud of you ya dingus :)

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

Proud! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jrWWaauJtbbJgWg.html

@davestewart9146 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely done and looks great 👍😁

@MyTeslaTrek 2 жыл бұрын

I love this channel! You had me in stitches in the first 30 seconds! 🤣

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man.

@craigborrenpohl1233 2 жыл бұрын

While it kind of pains this Bobcat to compliment a griz on their DIY prowess I have to say I really appreciate the detailed video of a complete install, the kind we all want to do. Cheers.

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

LOL... Thanks Craig! You Bobcat's aren't all bad after all. :-)

@vasm1807 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video

@Rhamsanavong 2 жыл бұрын

Man.. his Colorado looks great! Love AEV products, had some mods from them when I had a Wrangler. Switched to a Tacoma and they don't make anything for them besides wheels. Hoping to see the 4Runner with more mods soon, congrats on the 100th!

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

More 4Runner stuff for sure! I'm also doing LED fog lights, a new full-length roof rack and other stuff.

@gpl11 2 жыл бұрын

Nice switches, i need those. By the way, nice video!

@PNW_Bison 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! Switches are everything I hoped they'd be. Flawless system so far.

@khwamtay6459 2 жыл бұрын

Now I'm going to spend more money on my bison. More bills to hide from the wife. 🤣👍

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

🤣

@khwamtay6459 Жыл бұрын

I just ordered the switch and several lights for my bison. You guys want to come help install it all? 😂

@JasonExplainsThings Жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@ryanjjones 2 жыл бұрын

Did you look at Diode Dynamics? They seem to be the kings.

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

Those may be coming to my 4Runner… 🤔

@PNW_Bison 2 жыл бұрын

I had Diode Dynamics on my last truck and loved em!

@josephmettes9147 2 жыл бұрын

Would love too see some lights added to the ol' dodge! Looking at doing some similar light upgrades to my truck. Keep them videos coming!

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

That would be awesome... they'd have to be retro KC lights! :-) Next week's video will feature the ol' Dodge a bit. Several other projects for it planned (U-Joints and a cool rear diff cover is the next thing). I'm being held up from working on it lately because it's over 100 degrees all the time and it doesn't fit in my shop or garage... and laying on asphalt is a no-go.

@josephmettes9147 2 жыл бұрын

@@JasonExplainsThings They most definitely would have to be retro lights, I agree! Also living in Phoenix, AZ I know a thing or two about 100⁰+ weather and pretty much anywhere on the ground being a no go zone hahaha

@wadeduvall7026 2 жыл бұрын

Could you reuse existing harness if you want to keep the fog light button?

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

I believe so. I bet someone makes an adapter to plug it right it.

@James_2521 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone know where they got the Chevy Colorado Mounting Bracket?

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

AEV's website.

@rsaruwatari 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I know that this comment is about a year late but after watching this video a couple of times, I'm thinking about adding the Baja Design fogs and chase lights to my ZR2 Bison too. I noticed that Chris went with the XL-R Sport and Squadron Sport instead of the Pro's. Do you know if he ever wishes that the lights were brighter?

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll let him respond… I know he checks the comments like I do from time to time. The lights he installed are crazy bright. And I’ve driven his truck at night and can attest to that. So I’d say they’re a great choice.

@PNW_Bison 6 ай бұрын

Well my response is a year late to your comment, lol. But to answer, no. The sports are plenty bright for my use. Thanks for watching!... A year ago. 😂

@koalafan1576 Жыл бұрын

Did the quick disconnect come with the system? I can’t find it online anywhere and you didn’t post a link.

@JasonExplainsThings Жыл бұрын

It did yes if I remember correctly. Either it was included or it was an add-on to the kit.

@jrgutierrez6387 2 жыл бұрын

Why amber lights?

@PNW_Bison 2 жыл бұрын

Good question, amber tends to give better visibility in inclement conditions (dust, fog, snow, etc). Not only for my visibility, but for others to see me better on the trail as well in dusty conditions, which we have alot of in Central Washington. 😁 You might see them in use for exactly that reason in an upcoming video!

@BosllaLighting 2 жыл бұрын

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@yangminsheng3334 2 жыл бұрын

Guys, you focused on all the EASY parts of the install. I have the rear lights, so I will focus comments on that. Installing the lights themselves is quite straightforward, but it is the wiring that is the difficult part. The Baja Designs (BD) wiring which comes with their Squadron lights looks sufficient, but when laying it out it is apparent the main lines going to the lights only extend to the front of the bed. Running the wiring along existing wiring channels is straightforward, but since the wires only reach so far, where are the hot and ground connection points? They will not reach the engine bay. I understand you used a third-party control switch in this video, but it appeared you ran the BD wiring through the firewall at a separate point as the switch's main wiring, but you glossed over the firewall penetration point merely stating that a fiberglass rod was used. Did you go through the main wiring port as well or did you use the penetration near the hood release cable (about 6" up and over)? Did the wire run to the same lighting control panel or did you used the BD switch and mount it elsewhere on the lower dash? If so, again, where did you connect the hot and ground under the chassis? Again, the easy parts were well covered, the nitty-gritty of penetrating the firewall and the wire connections for the leads was glossed over, and where the switch was installed as well. Otherwise, a decent video, but it lacks the critical info for the rear lights.

@amazonledlights 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, I am the manufacturer of LED headlights and like your video. I really want to have a cooperation with you. I have sent you the message via email. Looking forward to your reply.

@JasonExplainsThings 2 жыл бұрын

Chris is interested in upgrading his headlight bulbs to LEDs of you have that. The halogen bulbs are pretty terrible. :-)

@amazonledlights 2 жыл бұрын

@@JasonExplainsThings How can I contact him?

@amazonledlights 2 жыл бұрын

@@JasonExplainsThings Hi Sir, how can I contact Chris? I have lots of LED headlights.