M&R 40" Behind-Grille Light Bar(s)

Anadrol · Feb 23, 2024

For those of you who have messed with the M&R Light Bars that mount behind the grille, is there a reason (besides cost) NOT to get the DUAL light bars vs the single light bar?
Since either option requires for the whole front grille/bumper to be disassembled, I'm just wondering if I'm dumb to not install two light bars while I'm at it instead of one.

To clarify, I'm not asking about whether I should choose the dual-COLOR might bar option, I'm asking if there's a reason not to order the dual-UNIT option from M&R for $560 vs the single light bar for $370.
The two product links are below:

SINGLE:

2021+ RAM TRX 40in LED LIGHT BAR/M&R Automotive

Shop for your RAM TRX led light kit from M&R Automotive.The kit contains light bar of your choice and all mounting hardware. No cutting or drilling required.Buy now!

mandronline.com

DUAL:

Ram 1500 LED DUAL 40" LIGHT KIT-Head light kit | M&R Automotive

Shop for your ford raptor led light kit from M&R Automotive.The kit contains 2 light bars and all mounting hardware. No cutting or drilling required.Buy now!

mandronline.com

GC34 · Feb 23, 2024

@DIABLOPOWER702 can you answer?
I am assuming so that there's some air hitting the oil cooler

GP4L · Feb 23, 2024

I had the single on my last TRX and wasn't terribly impressed. The actual light output was completely overrun at relatively low speeds. But definitely useful for low-speed maneuvering offroad in the dark (while using the front camera). I'd probably go with the dual, or the 20" BD Onx6 "bumper" (lower grill) kit next time around as the lightbar looks like it's set much closer to the actual grille, and the light output is far greater (but more expensive)

Thaichi808 · Feb 23, 2024

I purchased the single light bar option from M&R Automotive and am extremely pleased with the amber light output. The dual light option was tempting, but upon speaking to Mike at M&R, he pointed out that the dual light option would not be my best option. I don't off road a whole lot, just wanted something that wouldn't be blinding in snow/off road applications. I also purchased the dual foglight kit and absolutely love them!

Everything fits perfectly and looks OEM/stock.

DIABLOPOWER702 · Feb 23, 2024

Hey guys. With the TRX, you can only run one bar due to air flow. There is a an option for dual bar (Which is a white main beam, and an amber background color).

As to the output, I’ve been running them for quite a while and couldn’t be more pleased. I recently put them on my Ram 2500 too, and again the output and overall look is amazing.

If anyone has any questions, feel free to ask here or pm me.

Thanks,

Matt

DIABLOPOWER702 · Feb 23, 2024

GC34 said:
@DIABLOPOWER702 can you answer?
I am assuming so that there's some air hitting the oil cooler

Just did, thanks for tagging me.

04Ram2500Hemi · Feb 23, 2024

@DIABLOPOWER702 is spot on. I wish I’d have done something like this over the Oracle Light} Bar when I started with lights.

Another good options is @Shifts_And_Grins mount with the Diode Dynamic's Mount.

DIABLOPOWER702 · Feb 23, 2024

DIABLOPOWER702 · Feb 23, 2024

04Ram2500Hemi said:
@DIABLOPOWER702 is spot on. I wish I’d have done something like this over the Oracle Light Bar.

Still can

04Ram2500Hemi · Feb 23, 2024

DIABLOPOWER702 said:
Still can

I’ve done pretty good…

RAMona · Feb 23, 2024

Thaichi808 said:
I purchased the single light bar option from M&R Automotive and am extremely pleased with the amber light output. The dual light option was tempting, but upon speaking to Mike at M&R, he pointed out that the dual light option would not be my best option. I don't off road a whole lot, just wanted something that wouldn't be blinding in snow/off road applications. I also purchased the dual foglight kit and absolutely love them!

Everything fits perfectly and looks OEM/stock.

I love the fog lights!! I think that would be enough for me. They tie in perfectly with the hood scoop lights.
Nice truck!

DIABLOPOWER702 · Feb 23, 2024

04Ram2500Hemi said:
I’ve done pretty good…

That you have good sir. It looks awesome

DIABLOPOWER702 · Feb 23, 2024

RAMona said:
I love the fog lights!! I think that would be enough for me. They tie in perfectly with the hood scoop lights.
Nice truck!

The fog lights are awesome. If you’re interested, let me know. I have a pretty good deal through MNTRX with M&R.

RAMona · Feb 23, 2024

DIABLOPOWER702 said:
The fog lights are awesome. If you’re interested, let me know. I have a pretty good deal through MNTRX with M&R.

Are the fog lights for off road use only?

One thing i think i need is better reverse lights. My OEM ones are disappointing.

DIABLOPOWER702 · Feb 23, 2024

RAMona said:
Are the fog lights for off road use only?

One thing i think i need is better reverse lights. My OEM ones are disappointing.

Really depends on how you point them. I’ve been running them on my TRX as well as my 2500 and have never had an issue.

My reverse kit is from BrawlerFab and I absolutely love it.