M&R vs Diode Dynamics vs Baja Designs?

Billet P · Jan 13, 2023

What's some good Rigid pod light I should consider for a hood location? Considering the Rigid D-SS Pro Flood at the moment.

BajaDesigns · Jan 13, 2023

slivoman said:
Thank you as well. I have been looking at all options and saw what kit you offer and that it is dual mode which is why I asked the question to BD. So many choices which is an awesome issue to have I'll reach out once I decide which direction I go with.

One alternative will be going with the Dual Reverse kit. Dodge/Ram S2 Sport Dual Reverse Light Kit

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This kit connects into the factory aux on the vehicle, but you can go ahead and connect them into the reverse circuit and brake light circuit . One light can be used as the reverse and the other as a 3rd brake light . You can achieve The red look with S2 Light Pod Lens Kit Red . It will not have dual functionality with one light but is a great alternative.

Our friends over at Meso Custom were one of the first to come up with the tow hitch light designs. They make a pretty cool kit if it is something that interests you. I would recommend checking them out. The hitch light can be connected to the aux on the vehicle or to a reverse circuit . This Plug and play Harness will help connect via the trailers connection.

Meso Custom Hitch light

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Billet P · Jan 13, 2023

BajaDesigns said:
One alternative will be going with the Dual Reverse kit. Dodge/Ram S2 Sport Dual Reverse Light Kit

This kit connects into the factory aux on the vehicle, but you can go ahead and connect them into the reverse circuit and brake light circuit . One light can be used as the reverse and the other as a 3rd brake light . You can achieve The red look with S2 Light Pod Lens Kit Red . It will not have dual functionality with one light but is a great alternative.

Our friends over at Meso Custom were one of the first to come up with the tow hitch light designs. They make a pretty cool kit if it is something that interests you. I would recommend checking them out. The hitch light can be connected to the aux on the vehicle or to a reverse circuit . This Plug and play Harness will help connect via the trailers connection.

Meso Custom Hitch light

Hey @BajaDesigns

You guys operate out of San Diego (North county)? If so, could I come to you with my truck to look over some options?

04Ram2500Hemi · Jan 14, 2023

I’ve kind of got a mix on my truck.
Aux 1 Switch- Diode Dynamics Amber Light Bar with @Shifts_And_Grins mounting bracket
Aux 2 Switch- Rigid 360’s behind the grill using @Boosted Brawler Fab Kit and a Oracle Light Bar on the bumper
Aux 3 Switch- Rigid 360’s on the A Pillar using Brawler Fab’s brackets
Aux 6 Switch- Brawler Fab’s backup lights

I initially went with Rigid because Brawler Fab’s behind the grill kit was setup for Rigid. You can now go with Baja Designs as he’s tweaked his kit. I stuck with Rigid on the A Pillars because they matched the lights behind the grill. The Oracle light was part of a group order pre-sale when there wasn’t much out there for the TRX. I went with Diode Dynamics because of the recommendation from Shifts and Grins.

I need some better pictures when the weather changes, but this gives you a rough idea.

DIABLOPOWER702 · Jan 14, 2023

04Ram2500Hemi said:
I’ve kind of got a mix on my truck.
Aux 1 Switch- Diode Dynamics Amber Light Bar with @Shifts_And_Grins mounting bracket
Aux 2 Switch- Rigid 360’s behind the grill using @Boosted Brawler Fab Kit and a Oracle Light Bar on the bumper
Aux 3 Switch- Rigid 360’s on the A Pillar using Brawler Fab’s brackets
Aux 6 Switch- Brawler Fab’s backup lights

I initially went with Rigid because Brawler Fab’s behind the grill kit was setup for Rigid. You can now go with Baja Designs as he’s tweaked his kit. I stuck with Rigid on the A Pillars because they matched the lights behind the grill. The Oracle light was part of a group order pre-sale when there wasn’t much out there for the TRX. I went with Diode Dynamics because of the recommendation from Shifts and Grins.

I need some better pictures when the weather changes, but this gives you a rough idea.
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Our trucks are very similar

Shifts_And_Grins · Jan 14, 2023

04Ram2500Hemi said:
I’ve kind of got a mix on my truck.
Aux 1 Switch- Diode Dynamics Amber Light Bar with @Shifts_And_Grins mounting bracket
Aux 2 Switch- Rigid 360’s behind the grill using @Boosted Brawler Fab Kit and a Oracle Light Bar on the bumper
Aux 3 Switch- Rigid 360’s on the A Pillar using Brawler Fab’s brackets
Aux 6 Switch- Brawler Fab’s backup lights

I initially went with Rigid because Brawler Fab’s behind the grill kit was setup for Rigid. You can now go with Baja Designs as he’s tweaked his kit. I stuck with Rigid on the A Pillars because they matched the lights behind the grill. The Oracle light was part of a group order pre-sale when there wasn’t much out there for the TRX. I went with Diode Dynamics because of the recommendation from Shifts and Grins.

I need some better pictures when the weather changes, but this gives you a rough idea.
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Very nice setup and mixture of lights.

04Ram2500Hemi · Jan 14, 2023

DIABLOPOWER702 said:
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I’ve said it before, you’re a bad influence on me!

I’m up in the air on chase lights. The 12 year old in me really likes this setup. I don’t currently run any kind of two-way radio, but I guess it could be a nice option road. I’m just not sure I want to drop over $800 on something because it’s cool…

Third Brake Light DUAL Antenna Mount 2019-2023 RAM 1500 and TRX

Install your Baja-tested third brake light antenna without magnets and drilled holes! Our mount works with a majority of newer Ram models.

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DIABLOPOWER702 · Jan 14, 2023

04Ram2500Hemi said:
I’ve said it before, you’re a bad influence on me!

I’m up in the air on chase lights. The 12 year old in me really likes this setup. I don’t currently run any kind of two-way radio, but I guess it could be a nice option road. I’m just not sure I want to drop over $800 on something because it’s cool…

Third Brake Light DUAL Antenna Mount 2019-2023 RAM 1500 and TRX

Install your Baja-tested third brake light antenna without magnets and drilled holes! Our mount works with a majority of newer Ram models.

bulletproofdiesel.com

Definitely get it, and let me know how you like it

BajaDesigns · Jan 16, 2023

Billet P said:
Hey @BajaDesigns

You guys operate out of San Diego (North county)? If so, could I come to you with my truck to look over some options?

Yes we are located in San Marcos, California our address is 2950 Norman Strasse Rd. Feel free to swing by

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Counterfeit · Jan 19, 2023

DIABLOPOWER702 said:
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Currently looking into the M&R Fog at the moment and ran into your post while researching. How do you continue to like them?

I'm assuming there is also a group/forum discount? I haven't been able to locate it.

DIABLOPOWER702 · Jan 19, 2023

Marty.Z said:
Currently looking into the M&R Fog at the moment and ran into your post while researching. How do you continue to like them?

I'm assuming there is also a group/forum discount? I haven't been able to locate it.

They’re amazing. The dual functionality really set it off for me.

Sent you a pm.

WolverineHusky · Jan 19, 2023

On my TRX I have four Baja Design LP6s and their light bar. I also have a pair of BD Squadron Pros on the rear bumper.

Fit and finish is amazing.

Made in the US if that matters to you.

I can't even fathom someone needing something brighter. I haven't seen anything as bright. They are so bright you can't even think to flex in the city. Purely an off-road application when you really need it.

On the downside, the pricing is obscene. Manufacturing in the US has its costs and you get what you pay for. But man, it definitely put a dent in my wallet to choose BD.

No regrets though.

My 2 cents.

DIABLOPOWER702 · Jan 19, 2023

WolverineHusky said:
On my TRX I have four Baja Design LP6s and their light bar. I also have a pair of BD Squadron Pros on the rear bumper.

Fit and finish is amazing.

Made in the US if that matters to you.

I can't even fathom someone needing something brighter. I haven't seen anything as bright. They are so bright you can't even think to flex in the city. Purely an off-road application when you really need it.

On the downside, the pricing is obscene. Manufacturing in the US has its costs and you get what you pay for. But man, it definitely put a dent in my wallet to choose BD.

No regrets though.

My 2 cents.

Let’s see a picture

Billet P · Jan 19, 2023

WolverineHusky said:
On my TRX I have four Baja Design LP6s and their light bar. I also have a pair of BD Squadron Pros on the rear bumper.

Fit and finish is amazing.

Made in the US if that matters to you.

I can't even fathom someone needing something brighter. I haven't seen anything as bright. They are so bright you can't even think to flex in the city. Purely an off-road application when you really need it.

On the downside, the pricing is obscene. Manufacturing in the US has its costs and you get what you pay for. But man, it definitely put a dent in my wallet to choose BD.

No regrets though.

My 2 cents.

Pics?

WolverineHusky · Jan 19, 2023

DIABLOPOWER702 said:
Let’s see a picture

Install

DinosaursandJesus · Jan 19, 2023

WolverineHusky said:
Install

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Can we figure out how to get the M&R fogs on that bumper?! Pretty please

DIABLOPOWER702 · Jan 19, 2023

DinosaursandJesus said:
Can we figure out how to get the M&R fogs on that bumper?! Pretty please

I’m sure if we had enough interest it could be done

DinosaursandJesus · Jan 19, 2023

DIABLOPOWER702 said:
I’m sure if we had enough interest it could be done

Calling all Pro Bolt bumper owners and future owners. You know this set up needs fogs, and there’s none better then the M&R’s. Who’s with me?

BajaDesigns · Jan 19, 2023

WolverineHusky said:
Install

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Set up is looking so clean

Best,
Brahian

BajaDesigns · Mar 14, 2023

wayland1985 said:
I’m starting to look at lighting options for the TRX:

Baja Designs is a brand I can’t ignore, but M&R seems to have a better looking fog-light option. M&R is claiming 12,000 lumens, while the BD is showing 1500. (Heck: how do I even know what the factory lights do?)

Obviously there’s a discrepancy there, and if the M&R didn’t advertise CREE bulbs, I’d probably discount them.

Then there’s the behind the grill light bar options: BD‘s Driving/Combo behind the grill: 25,000 lumens, M&R 40” is 15,000 lumens and Shifts and Grin’s DD option doesn’t seem to say.

My mind keeps telling me to stick with the BD (assuming they have a large R&D budget), but I also don’t want to discount the other guys

We went ahead and put the M&R kit to the test and
to no surprise M&R is advertising wattage and lumens based on 100% efficiency and knowingly only driving their lights at 62% (majority of lighting manufacturers fall into this category). (See Below)

This is exactly why we preach there is so much more to lighting than lumens.

With Baja Designs you get lights that are safely driven at 100%, optics designs specifically for automotive applications, replacement lenses and optics so you can tailor the pattern for your application needs, and the ability to build custom solutions. For those wanting a pro kit feel free to DM me directly so I can get you a quote.

Advertised Wattage	Advertised Lumens
120w (20w per light)	12,000 (2,000 per light)
Actual Wattage	Actual (Before Optical & Driver Loss)
74.52 (12.42w per light))	7,452 (1,242 per light)

Best,
Brahian