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Land Rover Defender L663 Reverse light upgrade v2 - New Plinth + Dual Light Function !

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powerfulukltd

powerfulukltd

Күн бұрын

We have improved our reverse light upgrade kit for the new Land Rover Defender L663.
Now we have a 2 function light option with reverse and indicator ( White _+ Amber and also White + Red for the USA )
To buy these please visit our website
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@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
This was filmed in the summer - hence the shorts - but the stock has only just arrived. These are for sale on our website www.powerfuluk.com/catalogsearch/result?q=llm804
@bugjuicer
@bugjuicer 2 жыл бұрын
I love how you add extra little bits like additional clips, cos you'll probably lose some. It's the lil things that count. 11/10
@tonywheelybarrow
@tonywheelybarrow 2 жыл бұрын
They’d be pretty cool tinted to blend in to 👍🏼. I’ve not even got a defender (want one though) but find this channel interesting, informative and fun 😆
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
We have actually tweaked the design a little to make the light appear more tinted - we changed the PCB ( printed circuit board ) inside the light unit to be black instead of white so it looks more discrete - but tinted would be another tweak.
@tmaintv
@tmaintv 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed a tinted version would be awesome
@jaybird8458
@jaybird8458 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you SO much for making this solution. I just installed them yesterday and your video was instrumental in me being able to do it by myself. These extra reverse lights really solved a problem I’ve had since the first day I had my Defender, the backup camera can hardly see anything at night. Now I can see everything in my backup camera which makes it so much safer.
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jay - we have sold a lot of these and the feedback has been positive - the reverse light is really below par on the Defender which is why we came up with the idea.
@tomjohns8498
@tomjohns8498 2 жыл бұрын
Educational silliness you and Tyler are my Melcombe & Wise.🤗🤣🇬🇧
@chrissherman4357
@chrissherman4357 2 жыл бұрын
Love the video and how you go into such detail and even educate us on every little detail that isn’t even related to what your video is about. All of those related and non related explanations really help us understand everything that goes into that piece. When you show us the real installation process and all the little things that can go wrong, that is real world and it helps. Can you show us the reverse lights and how the video looks with them on in the dark? Thanks again.
@stavrosTX
@stavrosTX 2 жыл бұрын
Just installed these on my wife's '22 Defender 110... she is very happy with the final product. There is now good clear visibility behind the vehicle both in the mirrors and on the cameras. Getting that panel off was no joke the first time, but I used a little piece of tape to mark where the fasteners were on the sides, not the white clips, and doing the second one I push/pry at that spot and it came off much easier.
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Happy wife... happy life...those rear corner panels can be tricky to get off the first time.
@kwawesome
@kwawesome 2 жыл бұрын
Right! That panel was no joke..Lol. Same story for me as you. But a great addition to visibility.
@jijisan01
@jijisan01 Жыл бұрын
Just installed these on a MY2023 D110X and everything went well. Lost two clips, so the extras were much appreciated👍👍 I used painters tape around the edges to protect the PPF, which I think was a good idea. I took John Willett’s suggestion and soldered the connection at the bench. Prior to that I tested the connection by just using wire nuts to hold everything together and plugged it all together. After starting and confirming the positive connection, I soldered, heat shrinked, and taped the whole thing together. As others have already said, the lights make a huge difference in being able to see what’s behind you at night, and just as importantly look factory. Well done Simon and the PowerfulUK Crew!!
@L663
@L663 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the review - i think the solder and heat shrink is a nice way to do it. Happy reversing ! Simon
@johandekock7302
@johandekock7302 Жыл бұрын
I juts installed the reverse lights on my Defender 110 It’s absolutely great. Looks like it’s a factory fitted. High quality product and the installation instructions is next level. Thank you so much for your products and videos.
@L663
@L663 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the glowing review - happy reversing !
@hedydd2
@hedydd2 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent worthwhile and practical addition to the vehicle. With the essential extra safety aspect to clinch it.
@coreyk288
@coreyk288 2 жыл бұрын
A Great Product! Well done gentlemen. Also, thank you for making these videos, I’ve learned a lot about my L663 Defender from your teams work.
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Hi - thanks for your comment - even if you are hot fitting any accessories to your car its always good to understand more about your car !
@DJ-nh5lh
@DJ-nh5lh Жыл бұрын
Just finished my install, went quite smoothly. Sheesh those panels are a pain to get off, and definitely feels like you are breaking something in the process. Thank you for the extra clips included also.
@channelserf8666
@channelserf8666 2 жыл бұрын
I just installed these and continue to be very impressed with the build quality of your products. I can't imagine how much LR would charge for these! :-)
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment ! The standard reverse lights on the Defender are not great !
@Cous1nJack
@Cous1nJack 2 жыл бұрын
I can’t see me buying a defender but I still watch because I like the videos and the problem solving. (I have a hilux 😝)
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
My first new car was a Hilux 2005 - i still have it and love it...its part of the family as it took on so many holidays when the kids were young.
@AdventuringDefenders
@AdventuringDefenders 2 жыл бұрын
Tinkle tinkly tinkle… thank you for including the clips
@rontaumelscheibe
@rontaumelscheibe 2 жыл бұрын
What such a perfect upgrade guys!
@manorbleak1
@manorbleak1 2 жыл бұрын
What a brilliant idea - love the shorts lol
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Yes it was filmed a few weeks ago... when it was hot ... these were the first samples we had in and I did not want to publish the video till we had stocks ! The legs are now put away for anther 10 months !
@rjbfreelander2
@rjbfreelander2 2 жыл бұрын
Looks great. Cracking work. Now for a Freelander 2 version :)
@simondann111s
@simondann111s 2 жыл бұрын
I've just fitted these. Really easy to do. Do the soldering and heat shrink on a bench first, having mounted the lights to the blocks before you do. Make them up as a unit, it's easier to fit them when outside on the vehicle.
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Soldering is a good idea - and the white grease adds some extra protection to the connectors. Have you tried them at night yet ?
@simondann111s
@simondann111s 2 жыл бұрын
@@L663 I didn't get any white grease. Yes all working well.
@supercrazysane
@supercrazysane 2 жыл бұрын
Just added these puppies, toughest part for me was separating the original connector, but job done and nicer to fit in the summer when we have daylight hours and sunshine - now all set for autumn/winter - should make life a bit easier and looks great 👍🤓😎
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Wise man to add these in the summer ! I think Land Rover has installed the connectors upside down if you look at the design of the connector it holds water and mud in the joint between the 2 halves of the connector...
@supercrazysane
@supercrazysane 2 жыл бұрын
@@L663 I was thinking it didn’t seem like the optimum design for a connector 🤔
@michaelkristalinski661
@michaelkristalinski661 Жыл бұрын
Simon, was looking at these + the gloss black spoiler, and somehow tapping into the Running lights, so that way, you can have Amber running lights on the spoiler, then can use the reverse lights as intended as well. I bought these for the reverse pocket like you have, but doesn't hurt to have more reverse lights (more cowbell style)
@kevinoxley7488
@kevinoxley7488 2 жыл бұрын
This looks super neat and have added to my wish list - Great job as always.
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevin - these are selling really well - I think because they solve a problem !
@kevinoxley7488
@kevinoxley7488 2 жыл бұрын
@@L663 Hi Simon, I am not surprised they are selling so well - I have just placed an order for the all white ones before they sell out. Looking forward to seeing much better when reversing at night.
@johnwillett4086
@johnwillett4086 2 жыл бұрын
Great video (as always) and a really great accessory. 😃 One thing - why not solder the light to the adaptor cable *before* installing the adaptor on the car? Surely you would get a better solder connection on the bench???
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Yes its a bit of a puzzle but i think you may have a point.
@zoid9969
@zoid9969 2 жыл бұрын
It would be nice if the injection-moulded piece had some sort of posts on it that the light pushed on to instead of needing to be screwed on, so you wouldn't have to have the silver-coloured screw heads showing. Or some covers for the screws.
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Yes i hear you - some nice little ideas you have.
@newdefendermods
@newdefendermods 2 жыл бұрын
Well done team!
@jamesstewart9824
@jamesstewart9824 23 күн бұрын
Hi . I fitted these and am very pleased with the outcome , they make such a huge difference and I can now reverse in the dark without any concerns . I just wanted some feedback from those who have already fitted theirs and have just attached theirs using the double sided tape have they had any problems or is this method strong enough to hold the lights in place . Any feedback would be greatly appreciated .
@jimmyquinn9639
@jimmyquinn9639 2 жыл бұрын
Well done 👍
@guyholbrook4923
@guyholbrook4923 6 ай бұрын
One comment - turns out I had a short when the "extra" wires (I didnt order the turn signal version) was touching another wire even after what i thought was a good electrical tape wrap job. I should have used heat shrink on the extra wires to eliminate that problem.
@johnswinkels4383
@johnswinkels4383 2 жыл бұрын
Well done you poms surprise me.
@matthewhaddon599
@matthewhaddon599 2 жыл бұрын
Good job 👍
@badshodi
@badshodi Жыл бұрын
amazing channel
@L663
@L663 Жыл бұрын
Glad your enjoying it !
@WizzardPrang
@WizzardPrang 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent mod.
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it
@preetsarai
@preetsarai 2 жыл бұрын
Boom! Just ordered. Can you also do a cargo tray for the boot?
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
We have had some thoughts on this.... we are looking at a tray at parcel shelf height.... but getting a secure fixing is tricky.
@preetsarai
@preetsarai 2 жыл бұрын
@@L663 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b71ni5Wc28uXmaM.html
@preetsarai
@preetsarai 2 жыл бұрын
Just got the delivery. I haven’t installed them yet, but initial impression is the lights are aimed slightly outwards. The dark spot with the original reverse lights seems to be in the middle (under the spare wheel). Wondering if the lights can be aimed towards the center a bit more to illuminate that dark spot. Anyway will post my impression after I’ve had a chance to test them. Another idea I have is to wire the lights from the trailer hook up. Should be possible to get a pin connector to power aux rear lights.
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
@@preetsarai Thanks for your comments - they are of course valid points - try the lights and see what you think. We have a connector coming for the trailer socket but that is for a power take off for accessories - i think there could be problems using the light signals from the trailer socket.
@preetsarai
@preetsarai 2 жыл бұрын
@@L663 it would be great if the wiring harness and lights came with a stand male/female connector already prewired in the kit. That would cut the need for soldering bunch of wires.
@lrjames00
@lrjames00 Жыл бұрын
Just received these and the quality is even better I thought it would be! Thank you! Is there any top tip for weatherproofing wires on the tie-in loom that are not used?
@L663
@L663 Жыл бұрын
Hi James - good question indeed - I have seen people use heatshrink end caps but not sure where to buy them
@lrjames00
@lrjames00 Жыл бұрын
@@L663 thanks!
@peterstewart6594
@peterstewart6594 2 жыл бұрын
Great job boys, but I think I would screw on your fitting to original plastic and not use D/S tape, then when and if you need to remove/ replace it you unscrew fitting then I think it would easier to unclip original plastic trim from vehicle which seems very hard work. Your thoughts on this would be appreciated Thanks Pete
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Peter - in this video I do get in a bit of a muddle as to the correct / best order to do this in... other people have made some comments below also. I dont think it needs the screws from the plinth into the car - the tape should be enough.
@joworx
@joworx 2 жыл бұрын
Nice solution and better than V1! So now you consider to design a light that can cover the whole area/full width? :)
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Yes we have a plan for that... its a big project but its an idea we have...
@supercrazysane
@supercrazysane 2 жыл бұрын
@@L663 Hi Folks - is there a V3 still on the cards ?
@alantd44
@alantd44 2 жыл бұрын
Are the ones shown here the same as on the website? Looks like the ones on the website have darker lenses (which I was going to request). Going to order these now. Great work
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Alan - if you look super carefully at 3.28 you can see our old light units had a white inner PCB ( printed circuit board ) the new lights all now have a black PCB and so look a little darker.
@MarksmanMedia
@MarksmanMedia Жыл бұрын
Question guys: I installed these, followed the directions, triple checked the wiring and soldered them. Neither side activates the indicator light. Reverse works perfect, but nothing with either left/right indicator. What could be the issue or is there some reset required for the LR to recognize the new indicators?
@MarksmanMedia
@MarksmanMedia Жыл бұрын
Never mind. Saw he US needs gray/yellow note. You guys should have made that more prominent in the video!! 😡. One little sentence on the order page isn't enough. Show love across the pond!
@Only-one-life-68
@Only-one-life-68 Жыл бұрын
The current standard reverse lights are absolutely appalling 😮. Off to your shop now.. Also the interior light in the back is also junk. If the boot is full it actually covers the original lights.. Come on LR it’s a utility vehicle!!!
@L663
@L663 Жыл бұрын
We have sold LOADS of reverse light upgrades for the Defender... its an area they need to improve - along with the interior lighting !
@Only-one-life-68
@Only-one-life-68 8 ай бұрын
@@L663 Just about to install these and the boot light,only had them for 10 months
@carlbeveridge384
@carlbeveridge384 2 жыл бұрын
Rather unfortunate to see I was sent V1 when I ordered last month. Getting an upgraded part seems to involve me paying to ship original kit back to the UK at my cost and reordering but V2 is not shown on their website. Feeling a little taken!
@simonjefferson
@simonjefferson 2 жыл бұрын
Carl send an email to customer service and we will send you some V2 plinths FREE We love our customers especially our "early adapters" and those who purchase the first parts we make should never be at a disadvantage - but when we upgrade the design we will clearly have some v1 parts in the market. Simon
@carlbeveridge384
@carlbeveridge384 2 жыл бұрын
@@simonjefferson I sent an email and received that response. If there is some way to pass this on to CS that would be great.
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
@@carlbeveridge384 Leave it with me - is it just the V2 plinths you are after or also the 2 function lamps ? All parts on the website are now V2 and have been for a few weeks www.powerfuluk.com/catalogsearch/result?q=LLM804
@carlbeveridge384
@carlbeveridge384 2 жыл бұрын
@@L663 It’s the two function lamps. I have the V2 plinths.
@simonjefferson
@simonjefferson 2 жыл бұрын
@@carlbeveridge384 OK that odd as we launched the V2 plinth with the lights. So which lights do you want White / Orange or White / Red ?
@sheepdogman1
@sheepdogman1 2 жыл бұрын
Surly the indicator should be mounted on the door jam below the lock so when open can still be seen??
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Fair point - its not ideal but better than standard
@michaellemarquand3393
@michaellemarquand3393 Жыл бұрын
Simon do you have a video on the installation of deployable side steps on a L405? Thanks
@L663
@L663 Жыл бұрын
Sorry we did not do this - they are expensive so have not tried them !
@6point3ehl
@6point3ehl 2 жыл бұрын
i have purchased and installed them. the reverse lights are working but the yellow hazards don’t seem to turn on. i followed your instructions. is there a difference between the US spec car wirint
@HQBProductions
@HQBProductions 2 жыл бұрын
I just like reading all the comments! That cold start idle speed sounds high?..My D/Sport SD4 240 doesn’t do any fast idle at all…maybe just the petrols need that help.🤔😐😐😐😐
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Richard - yes it does rev up on startup but settles down quickly ! it seems to be part of the cold start "choke".... remember the days with a peg holding your choke cable out ?
@HQBProductions
@HQBProductions 2 жыл бұрын
@@L663 Ah yes…my job on Dad’s Company supplied Ford Anglia MAE 663, was to hold the choke out and reduce it as it warmed up…we were on the way to school and I was about 6/7 at the time! I had Early Learning! That was the car used to learn about changing gear..Dad had to press the clutch as my legs were not long enough! Gosh that was a time ago…but I’m not THAT old..just 38 and a few months…well a lot of months but who’s counting!! 😱😃😃😃😃😃Richard
@stavrosTX
@stavrosTX 2 жыл бұрын
Seems it is all about emission control... starts up and hold 1500 RPM until the cats are warm to reduce bad emission output as quickly as possible.
@ToddWooden
@ToddWooden 6 ай бұрын
Does your rear light that sweeps work in US cars
@bensilva8813
@bensilva8813 2 жыл бұрын
Any tips for getting the electrical connector unplugged? My Defender is a year old and has plenty of dust. I cannot get the connector unplugged despite cleaning it with a toothbrush. Should I try a lubricant?
@simonjefferson
@simonjefferson 2 жыл бұрын
I know this will sound odd but sometimes a firm push together of the connector can help before pulling it apart.
@aldojacoboledesma6054
@aldojacoboledesma6054 2 жыл бұрын
Hello I buy by mistake an American smoke lights for my Defender but mine use ámbar indicators, so , I wonder if I buy this kit , I can fix my problem having the indicators with revers on them ? Thanks for responde
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Yes this should help you
@notrut
@notrut 2 жыл бұрын
Wow ... LR are decades BEHIND the early RAV4 where a shorter door checkrod was deployed.
@paulhoppe4596
@paulhoppe4596 2 жыл бұрын
Dang it! I just got the first version :( Any way to get the injection molded pieces seperate?
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Send an email to contact @ Powerful uk dot com and we will work out a way to you the new version - as early adapoters i want to look after you guys. We may have to charge a small fee to cover postage - let me talk to the boss
@paulhoppe4596
@paulhoppe4596 2 жыл бұрын
@@L663 Sending an email shortly :) I am happy to purchase the mounting brackets. You all do amazing work and I am happy to be a customer. Keep it up!!
@mikeclark4416
@mikeclark4416 2 жыл бұрын
I had to laugh when you said "When your Defender breaks-down " Ha Ha
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Could be a flat tyre.. it happens..
@peterstewart6594
@peterstewart6594 2 жыл бұрын
Quick question boys, is it possible to move LEDS so that amber units are outermost for best visibility and white units innermost ? Thanks again Pete
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
I see your plan here - and for once I am kind of lost for words... let me sleep on this idea....
@paulmayfield3506
@paulmayfield3506 2 жыл бұрын
Do you have the part number for the bumper part the light attached to?
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul - see attached www.dropbox.com/s/6lchj31rg698mn2/part%20behind%20reverse%20light.JPG?dl=0
@richardhunt1384
@richardhunt1384 2 жыл бұрын
You remove the top strip of the two part cover and then if you ever wanted to remove those extra lights then you can then re-stick on the top part.... if any of that made any sense at all(??)!!! 😁😁
@stevenmoran4060
@stevenmoran4060 2 жыл бұрын
You mean Morecambe and Wise.
@ecossearthur
@ecossearthur 2 жыл бұрын
Another late Boom! ;-(
@L663
@L663 2 жыл бұрын
Sleeping on the job again !
@ecossearthur
@ecossearthur 2 жыл бұрын
Something like that! I might have actually been working 💪 👷‍♂️ 🤔 😅 🙃
@dylansayles8383
@dylansayles8383 Жыл бұрын
Will these fit a 130?
@L663
@L663 Жыл бұрын
Yes - sorry for late reply - the 130 is totally the same at the rear.
@mvirdi2333
@mvirdi2333 2 жыл бұрын
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