Rock Lights Advise

[CpT Papa]

I was given a set of 4 rock lights and not sure if I will install. I am not interested in just for looks or light shows. What are some of the practical uses and best place to mount? I thought they might help in repairs or digging out if there not in my face blinding me. I see many mounted in the fender wells but wouldn't help changing a tire or airing up. Maybe picking rocks out of the tread. Thanks

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It's best to mount them as far outward to the perimeter of the Jeep as possible, without being in a spot that they could get sheered off. The goal is to get the light in a spot that illuminates around the tires with minimal shadows. Typically an 8 pack of lights is the minimum needed to reach a desired amount of light, while minimizing shadows because multiple lights provide overlapping patterns. 4 packs are geared more towards those looking for wheelwell lighting.

If you're not looking to expand beyond that 4 pack, I'd suggest a bit of initial experimentation. Temporarily power them, and try a couple of different placements. First, try placing 1 on each side, 1 on the front, and 1 on the back. Having them equidistant between the tires will help share the light between those 2 tires. If it's not enough light, try 2 on each side. A good starting point would be about a foot back from the front of the rock rail and a foot forward from the back end of the rail.