ALL NEW GEN 2 MORIMOTO HEADLIGHTS FOR THE 2017-2019 SUPER DUTY
ALL NEW GEN 2 MORIMOTO HEADLIGHTS FOR THE 2017-2019 SUPER DUTY
Since the beginning of time, Super Duty has dominated the Ford pickup truck market. Morimoto is the supreme authority on aftermarket car lighting in the same way. It would only make sense for two powerful forces to come together and produce one of the most excellent vehicle goods on the market right now. The Gen 2 Morimoto XB LED headlights for the 2017–2019 Ford Super Duty are that item.
Morimoto designed the new Gen 2 lights to resemble the 2020+ Super Duty headlights. In terms of design, performance, and utility, these headlights are the epitome of the best lighting available. With the new facelift, your truck's front end can be upgraded to a very modern look.
What makes these headlights different?
If you're considering purchasing a pair of Morimoto headlights, you likely want a new style to go with your truck or stronger light output. Morimoto is aware of how crucial styling is in determining how your truck looks. At this point, you may wonder, "What about the Gen 1 headlights?" In terms of dependability and performance, Gen 1 headlights remain a popular option. The new Gen 2 device, on the other hand, has a significantly different internal headlamp design and a few performance improvements.
Though they feature a distinctive Y-shaped optic in the center, the new Gen 2 headlights still have a DRL form that is identical to the OEM LED headlights. Additionally, it serves as the turn signal. Because it's a Morimoto headlamp unit, you will typically have the option of selecting between a standard or sequential turn signal. Choosing between the white-DRL and amber-DRL units is another decision you must make before making a purchase.
The Morimoto XB LED headlights' start-up routine is among their most distinctive features. Every time the vehicle is turned on, a two-stage sequence of lights illuminates the projectors before turning them out again. Although this doesn't make the headlights function any better, it will give you a significant advantage against those dull and unimpressive Amazon headlights. Because of the way these bi-LED projectors work, the Gen 2 headlights will act differently. They will now make use of all the projectors in the headlight rather than having two specifically for the low beam. This indicates that your truck's two sides are being served by a total of eight projectors, four of which are utilized for both low-beam and high-beam. They are, without a doubt, the greatest choice for Ford Super Duty aftermarket lights since they offer 57% greater intensity.
Performance upgrades for the Gen 2 units
After discussing the significant aesthetic changes, these headlights' most outstanding benefit is their fantastic performance. With entirely LED housings that continuously outperform their OEM counterparts (many of which are roughly as expensive as the XBs), Morimoto has established a reputation for itself. We conducted all of the testing in our studio so that you could see the improved performance of these headlights. After pulling our truck into the garage, we parked it 25 feet from the wall. We locate the brightest location inside the hot spot by running a Lux meter across the wall's beam pattern to measure the brightness. This gives a basic indication of how much brighter these Morimoto headlights are than the OEM headlights, even though it is not entirely accurate to real-world performance. Compared to the OEM LED headlights, the OEM halogen headlights, and the Gen 1 XB LED headlights, these headlights are brighter.
At its maximum, the OEM halogen low beam emits 400 lux. This beam pattern is not optimal, and there is room for significant improvement in the light's color temperature. The OEM low beam isn't exceptionally bright all around. The Morimoto XB LED headlights' Gen 1 unit is comparable to this. It is 142% more colorful than the OEM LED headlights, even the Gen 1 unit.
The OEM halogen low beam and the new Gen 2 Morimoto XB unit will be compared. As testing revealed no changes, the OEM low beam remains at 400 maximum lux. On the other hand, the Gen 2 unit represents a significant improvement over the Gen 1 unit. While the Gen 2 device is rated at 1,420 maximum lux, the Gen 1 unit is rated at 970 maximum lux. By doing so, the brightness increases from 142% to 254%. Your existing OEM halogen lights are over three and a half times as bright as the Gen 2 bulbs. If you only compare the low beam, the performance results are drastically different.
Our in-studio testing demonstrates that the Gen 1 units' high beam results are equally excellent as previously. There is a significant increase in light output, a sharper color temperature, and a significantly broader beam pattern. As bright as the Gen 1 units are, you can certainly assume that the Gen 2 will be much more colorful.
The Gen 2 features a brighter high beam, as you would have anticipated. Additional than 200% additional brightness is available in the high beam application with the Gen 2 unit. This implies that your current headlights would be tripled in both low and high beams with the new Morimoto headlights. These headlights not only provide a significant performance boost, but they also have an excellent beam pattern. This beam pattern is entirely legal for the road and DOT-compliant. A greater field of vision, light thrown farther down the road, and less glare for approaching traffic are all benefits of the DOT-compliant beam pattern. You have at last located a set of headlights that meet all of your requirements.
All new Gen 2 Morimoto headlights for the 2017-2019 Super Duty
Since we can remember, Super Duty has been the most popular Ford pickup truck. Morimoto is also the supreme authority on aftermarket car lighting. When two powerful forces come together to provide one of the most significant items for your car on the market right now, it only makes sense. The 2017–2019 Ford Super Duty's Gen 2 Morimoto XB LED headlights are that item.
Morimoto modelled the new Gen 2 lights after the 2020+ Super Duty headlights. Style, usefulness, and performance are all aspects of the excellent illumination that these headlights surpass. With the new facelift, your truck's front end can be upgraded to a very modern look.
What makes these headlights different?
If you're considering purchasing a pair of Morimoto headlights, you likely want a new style to go with your truck or stronger light output. Morimoto is aware of how crucial styling is in determining how your truck looks. At this point, you may wonder, "What about the Gen 1 headlights?" In terms of dependability and performance, Gen 1 headlights remain a popular option. The new Gen 2 device, on the other hand, has a significantly different internal headlamp design and a few performance improvements.
Although the OEM LED headlights and the new Gen 2 headlights still have a similar DRL form, the latter has a distinctive Y-shaped optic in the center. Additionally, this Y-shaped optic serves as a turn signal. Given that Morimoto manufactures this headlamp assembly, you will often have the option of selecting either a conventional or sequential turn signal. Prior to buying, you will also need to decide if you want the amber-DRL or white-DRL device.
The Morimoto XB LED headlights' start-up routine is among their most distinctive features. Every time the vehicle is turned on, a two-stage sequence of lights illuminates the projectors before turning them out again. Although this doesn't make the headlights function any better, it will give you a significant advantage against those dull and unimpressive Amazon headlights. Because of the way these bi-LED projectors work, the Gen 2 headlights will act differently. They will now make use of all the projectors in the headlight rather than having two specifically for the low beam. This indicates that your truck's two sides are being served by a total of eight projectors, four of which are utilized for both low-beam and high-beam. They are, without a doubt, the greatest choice for Ford Super Duty aftermarket lights since they offer 57% greater intensity.
Performance upgrades for the Gen 2 units
Having discussed the significant aesthetic enhancements, the greatest benefit of these headlights is their fantastic performance. Morimoto has established a reputation for producing entirely LED housings that routinely outperform their OEM counterparts, many of which are priced similarly to the XBs. All of the testing was done in our studio so that you could see the improved performance of these headlights. We parked our truck 25 feet from the wall after pulling it into the garage. In order to determine the brightest location within the hot spot, we run a Lux meter across the wall's beam pattern. Although this is not a perfect representation of actual performance, it will give you a general understanding of how much brighter these Morimoto headlights are than the original equipment. These headlights are more brilliant than the Gen 1 XB LED headlights, the OEM LED headlights, and the OEM halogen headlights.
At its maximum, the OEM halogen low beam emits 400 lux. This beam pattern is not optimal, and there is room for significant improvement in the light's color temperature. The OEM low beam isn't exceptionally bright all around. The Morimoto XB LED headlights' Gen 1 unit is comparable to this. It is 142% more colorful than the OEM LED headlights, even the Gen 1 unit.
The OEM halogen low beam and the new Gen 2 Morimoto XB unit will be compared. As testing revealed no changes, the OEM low beam remains at 400 maximum lux. On the other hand, the Gen 2 unit represents a significant improvement over the Gen 1 unit. While the Gen 2 device is rated at 1,420 maximum lux, the Gen 1 unit is rated at 970 maximum lux. By doing so, the brightness increases from 142% to 254%. Your existing OEM halogen lights are over three and a half times as bright as the Gen 2 bulbs. If you only compare the low beam, the performance results are drastically different.
Our in-studio testing demonstrates that the Gen 1 units' high beam results are equally excellent as previously. There is a significant increase in light output, a sharper color temperature, and a significantly broader beam pattern. As bright as the Gen 1 units are, you can certainly assume that the Gen 2 will be much more colorful.
The Gen 2 features a brighter high beam, as you would have anticipated. Additional than 200% additional brightness is available in the high beam application with the Gen 2 unit. This implies that your current headlights would be tripled in both low and high beams with the new Morimoto headlights. These headlights not only provide a significant performance boost, but they also have an excellent beam pattern. This beam pattern is entirely legal for the road and DOT-compliant. A greater field of vision, light thrown farther down the road, and less glare for approaching traffic are all benefits of the DOT-compliant beam pattern. You have at last located a set of headlights that meet all of your requirements.
How to install 2017-2019 Ford Super Duty headlights
Tools needed for installation:
- Pry Tool for Clips
- 10MM Socket
- Impact/Ratcheting Wrench
REMOVING THE RADIATOR COVER
The pry tool is used to remove the 14 plastic clips from the top of the radiator cover.
After removing the clips, you may lift the radiator cover off the truck. Release the cover by lifting it on both sides, then place it aside for the time being.
REMOVING THE GRILLE
Now that the radiator cover has been removed, we can proceed to the 10MM bolts. Eight 10MM bolts are located on the grille's upper border. Use the wrench and 10MM socket to remove these bolts.
To loosen the clamps holding the grille in place, gently slide its top forward. This stage may be challenging for you if this is your first time disassembling the front end. Pulling toward you from the top of the grille and then moving toward the bottom is the simplest method for removing it. The connections on the grille's back must be removed before the grille can be entirely removed.
Place the radiator cover on the grille and set it aside carefully.
REMOVING THE HEADLIGHTS
The bolts holding the headlamps in place will then be removed. They are located in a small chamber accessible from the wheel well, on top, and at the inner front. All four bolts holding the headlight in place will be removed using a 10mm wrench.
Look for the rubber boot on the side of your bumper, which allows you to access the bolt behind the wheel well.
After all of the nuts surrounding it have been removed, the headlamp may now be removed. To remove it from the truck, pull the headlight in your direction. Remember to disconnect the headlight's rear connections before fully removing them.
Installing DRL Harness
The DRL harness must be installed before the truck's new headlights can be installed. For OEM halogen trucks only, this step will be necessary. To get to the fuse box, run the DRL harness across the top of the radiator support. Position #35 is where you will place the fuse tap.
Because of the fuse box's internal spacing restrictions, you will need to use the fuse tap extender, as shown below.
INSTALLING YOUR NEW HEADLIGHTS
It is time to begin attaching our cables to the Morimoto XB's headlights. To start, attach the primary H13 headlight connector to the rear of your newly purchased headlights.
INSTALLING THE SIDE MARKER
Locate the side marker connector, which is the smaller one on the harness. The new XB headlights should be connected.
INSTALLING THE DRL HARNESS
Next, connect the XB LED headlights to the recently installed DRL harness.
INSTALLING THE TURN SIGNALS
Lastly, locate your turn signals' larger connecting box. Attach to the new headlights on the XB.
You've finished installing your new Morimoto XB LED headlights. Before you attach the truck back together, be sure you have tested all of the headlights' functionality. When the truck's engine is running, we advise leaving the lights on for five minutes before completing the installation. Several functions require the headlights' capacitors to be charged.
Check through:
- Parking Lights
- Daytime Running Lights
- Low Beam
- High Beam
- Auto Function
Conclusion
Just as impressive as the Ford Super Duty truck is, so too should its headlights be. With the Super Duty's new Gen 2 headlights, Morimoto did not let us down, and we heartily endorse them. These headlights are excellent and far outperform the OEM housing in terms of safety, design, and performance.
For your 2017–2019 Ford Super Duty, we offer many additional customizations, including taillights, interior lights, side markers, and fog lights!