Tri Glide side fender lights ??

PTR · Jan 29, 2020

Has anyone replaced their rear fender side reflectors with lights. I want to try doing this but would like to see what others may have done. I found a LED marker light that would fit well and have also found a way to have them flash with the turn signals but before spending the time and drilling holes in my fenders I would like to hear some feedback from others that may have tried or want to do the same. I think it would look good and also have a safety factor.

ISP-FL · Jan 30, 2020

That is a good idea. I'll be following your tread to see some ideas.

FuzzyWuzHe · Jan 30, 2020

I can't find it ... but there was a thread about doing just that awhile back ... the OP did a nice job and it looked great. Maybe the OP will point us to it. It was a good write up with picks and "how to".

Jack Klarich · Jan 30, 2020

FuzzyWuzHe said:
I can't find it ... but there was a thread about doing just that awhile back ... the OP did a nice job and it looked great. Maybe the OP will point us to it. It was a good write up with picks and "how to".

Maybe here? https://www.triketalk.com/forum/threads/51214-Rear-fender-LED-side-marker-lights

FuzzyWuzHe · Jan 30, 2020

Not the thread I was referring to, but, truly a good one ... the one I was referring to had a write up about the whole install, including wiring and especially about routing the wires, my biggest concern was how to ensure the wires never came "loose" and got into the wheels. I did find some flat is wire rap that I thought might be good protection, just never figured out how to "attach" it inside the fenders. This is gonna take some abuse. Rain, snow, dirt, rocks, etc are gonna be inside the fenders with the wires, and it's a long run of wire ... I considered doing it, but somehow I got distracted and forgot about it :blush:. I hope someone finds it ... or maybe the OP will post details when they do theirs ..

PTR · Jan 31, 2020

FuzzyWuzHe said:
Not the thread I was referring to, but, truly a good one ... the one I was referring to had a write up about the whole install, including wiring and especially about routing the wires, my biggest concern was how to ensure the wires never came "loose" and got into the wheels. I did find some flat is wire rap that I thought might be good protection, just never figured out how to "attach" it inside the fenders. This is gonna take some abuse. Rain, snow, dirt, rocks, etc are gonna be inside the fenders with the wires, and it's a long run of wire ... I considered doing it, but somehow I got distracted and forgot about it :blush:. I hope someone finds it ... or maybe the OP will post details when they do theirs ..

You would think that 3M would have a option for holding the wiring. I have not looked into the amount of room in the wheel well for the wiring but I will this weekend. With the lights being LED's the wiring could be very small. It's time to turn on the thinking cap and get it warmed up.

PosseRider · Jan 31, 2020

FuzzyWuzHe said:
Not the thread I was referring to, but, truly a good one ... the one I was referring to had a write up about the whole install, including wiring and especially about routing the wires, my biggest concern was how to ensure the wires never came "loose" and got into the wheels. I did find some flat is wire rap that I thought might be good protection, just never figured out how to "attach" it inside the fenders. This is gonna take some abuse. Rain, snow, dirt, rocks, etc are gonna be inside the fenders with the wires, and it's a long run of wire ... I considered doing it, but somehow I got distracted and forgot about it :blush:. I hope someone finds it ... or maybe the OP will post details when they do theirs ..

Do you have the ebay link? I searched there but did not see the ones you have..

PTR · Jan 31, 2020

PosseRider said:
Do you have the ebay link? I searched there but did not see the ones you have..

eBay link for what ?

PosseRider · Jan 31, 2020

PTR said:
eBay link for what ?

The clearance light. Like the looks, but can't find them

PTR · Jan 31, 2020

PosseRider said:
The clearance light. Like the looks, but can't find them

https://www.ebay.com/itm/4-x-Marine...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

nucseal · Feb 1, 2020

PTR said:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/4-x-Marine...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

I like the looks but at 1.25 " thick is pretty thick.

PTR · Feb 1, 2020

nucseal said:
I like the looks but at 1.25 " thick is pretty thick.

They have the sizes screwed up. it is 3" long x 1.29" wide x .4" thick

PosseRider · Feb 1, 2020

PTR said:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/4-x-Marine...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

Thanks, will have to keep searching, would like one that is running lite + turn,

Rider70 · Feb 1, 2020

For securing the wire, have you considered some silicone? Would hold up to the weather. Just a spot or three along the run. Clean the underside of the fender and just embed the wire in it.

FuzzyWuzHe · Feb 1, 2020

PTR said:
They have the sizes screwed up. it is 3" long x 1.29" wide x .4" thick

I pulled the trigger on a set ... I'll figure the wiring out later ... :blush:

PTR · Feb 1, 2020

PosseRider said:
Thanks, will have to keep searching, would like one that is running lite + turn,

There is a small module that will allow it to blink with the turns, I will post a picture later of it. It would actually go off when the turn is on and on when the turn is off. like the old GM front side markers.

PTR · Feb 1, 2020

FuzzyWuzHe said:
I pulled the trigger on a set ... I'll figure the wiring out later ... :blush:

I am taking the day to clean up the garage. I bought a new toolbox for the shop so I brought my old one home to give me more room. tomorrow I have to put Spectra Glo lights on my wifes trike. She wants to light up the engine pink. that should go quick so I may get to the fender lights after that. I am thinking about painting the stainless part of the light the color of the fender so they blend in better.

PTR · Feb 1, 2020

Rider70 said:
For securing the wire, have you considered some silicone? Would hold up to the weather. Just a spot or three along the run. Clean the underside of the fender and just embed the wire in it.

even epoxy would work.

PTR · Feb 1, 2020

PosseRider said:
Thanks, will have to keep searching, would like one that is running lite + turn,

This is a set of two blinkers. should be able to hide them by the tail light

PosseRider · Feb 1, 2020

PTR said:
This is a set of two blinkers. should be able to hide them by the tail light

Let us know how this works out. I read the part about "might" need an equalizer to work. I can't do anything yet anyway as the new ride is still at Dealer until roads clear. Thanks