Thread: Replacing Trailer Lights

Originally Posted by YarrD

I forgot to mention in last post, I am also looking to tidy up the dangly trailer connection to tow bar. That is, I would like the trailer connection plug to somehow "retract" into the trailer chassis tube when disconnected but I cannot think of a way to do this nicely.

Maybe you could try using the retraction mechanism from a large tape measure? Make a plastic pocket for the loop of cable to be drawn into (Not wound, just drawn) to keep it all nice and neat when stored.

Originally Posted by Brosh

I think everyone with a trailer has faced the same problem you have described - every rego check mine were being re-done until I said no more, fitted a set of LEDs and they are just the best - so good that I even decided to re-do the tail lights on the Navara with a set of LEDs. Take the time, solder finish and enjoy long and uneventful usage of your trailer.

Brosh

What is the legal position on converting vehicle lights like the Navara? My impression is you are not allowed to fit non standard components such as tail lights. I want to change the tail lights on my falcon wagon. Too old to buy LED versions. I travel dirt roads and the lights get dirty fast.

I thought about converting to LED but had decided to just fit extra LED strips of suitable colour at both ends to make car far more visible.

Dean

Ute had a tray back so lights not an issue. Been through rego check since converting - no issue.
Brosh

Originally Posted by Oldneweng

What is the legal position on converting vehicle lights like the Navara? My impression is you are not allowed to fit non standard components such as tail lights. I want to change the tail lights on my falcon wagon. Too old to buy LED versions. I travel dirt roads and the lights get dirty fast.

I thought about converting to LED but had decided to just fit extra LED strips of suitable colour at both ends to make car far more visible.

Dean

As long as the new taillights comply with the relevent ADR's for the car, there's no reason why you can't replace the originals with LED's.

When I say convert I mean convert existing lights. LED taillights are not available for ED Falcon Wagons last time I checked so the only option is make your own. Hence the problem with legality and the decision to fit extra LED strips to the vehicle.

Dean