The BEST Tailgate LED Light Bar To Date? The New Putco Freedom Blade

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  • Опубликовано: 9 июн 2023
  • Putco! This could be the best tailgate LED light bar. I install, review and demonstrate the settings for the new Putco Freedom Blade
    US & Canada save 5% on Freedom Blade and/or Remote : Use Promo Code 'DONSLIFE'
    www.putco.com/product/freedom...
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  • @Donslife
    @Donslife  10 месяцев назад +1

    US Customers save 5% on Freedom Blade and/or Remote : Use Promo Code 'DONSLIFE'
    Link to the Putco Freedom Blade:
    www.putco.com/product/freedom...
    Until August 31st, 2023 only:
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  • @mikeheitczman1521
    @mikeheitczman1521 Год назад +391

    As cool as that is….the $562 price tag for a light bar is absolutely insane

    • @leir2005
      @leir2005 Год назад +12

      Almost double the price of the blade 😢

    • @usnrecon82
      @usnrecon82 Год назад +25

      ya good thing he got it for free for his video or i am sure he would of not switched it out

    • @KevinAClassA
      @KevinAClassA Год назад +13

      @mikeheitczman1521 Understanding what you are saying. If I could change what I am going through I would, I was hit by a person 14 years ago, said they never seen the back of my car. I have had 6 back operations and 4 neck. My back was broken in 3 places and my neck was dislocated. If the lights help stupid people see better, I am all in, just so I don't get hit again.

    • @ultraman33624
      @ultraman33624 Год назад +51

      NOT A CHANCE IN THE WORLD am I willing to pay over FIVE HUNDRED BUCKS for a brake light bar.
      Hard pass!!!! 🤡🤡🤡🤡

    • @Ramonperez590
      @Ramonperez590 Год назад +25

      562 ? 😳 WTF!!!!

  • @btsllc9676
    @btsllc9676 11 месяцев назад +18

    When you said Putco was 10 years ahead of the other tail gate light companies, I didn't realize you were talking about the price.

  • @HAMMER_2.2
    @HAMMER_2.2 Год назад +58

    Their prices are insane!
    Get yourself a a Roma aluminum channel with diffuser cover from Wired4Signs, an Addressable 12v COB led strip from SuperLightingLED, and a Blueghozt v2 module from Ghozt lighting. You can have your own fully custom version for under half the price! (And make it as wide as your trucks bumper gap actually is to fill it all the way instead of having dead spots on the ends where Putco comes short)

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +4

      I’m just the guy making the video 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @Charles-kg5fl
      @Charles-kg5fl 11 месяцев назад +17

      @@Donslife You're just the guy that claims this is the best light.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  11 месяцев назад

      @@Charles-kg5fl it is! Maybe not for everyone though

    • @chrispompano
      @chrispompano 11 месяцев назад +4

      @hammer7338. That's some real insight you posted. I want so badly to learn how to make something similar & develop a similar product like that lightbar, but in a large rear halo for a small production run on an iconic low production classic car, but I don't know where to start to learn & make a quality product. HID Planet? Sourcing overseas for the PCB boards. I'm sure approaching PUTCO or a few of the other well known mainstream companies would be an exercise futility, & the R&D cost alone would be going down the Rabbit Hole in my quest......I have so many ideas & designs, but they'll end up as just dreams taken to my grave!

    • @Tony-rl2fr
      @Tony-rl2fr 11 месяцев назад +4

      Make a how to video my dude 👍🏻

  • @johnnyray34
    @johnnyray34 11 месяцев назад +6

    I love new technology that is gorgeous

  • @allenhuffman
    @allenhuffman 11 месяцев назад +5

    Wow, neat. I never thought I’d LIKE a tail light video:

  • @mr.soandso1256
    @mr.soandso1256 11 месяцев назад +7

    Honestly, it does not get a nicer than what Putco put together you did a great job on the install very impressed as always, absolutely phenomenal, Donslife does it again.

  • @fixitdanner
    @fixitdanner Год назад +3

    that really cool I like all the options it has on it. Going to have to check it out.

  • @manuelmontecinos7797
    @manuelmontecinos7797 11 месяцев назад +4

    excellent job

  • @dannixon144
    @dannixon144 11 месяцев назад +3

    love it awesome don

  • @emergex4599
    @emergex4599 8 месяцев назад +2

    Love it! I just put in a light bar today. It's not as fancy as this! I guess I'll be ripping my new light bar out and getting this light bar.

    • @PutcoInc
      @PutcoInc 4 месяца назад

      Do it, we don't like to disappoint.

  • @terryjohnston2231
    @terryjohnston2231 Год назад +9

    I kinda wanted to see it work in conjunction with the factory lights but an awesome product and great videos as always!!

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +3

      You’ll get to see more of it for sure

  • @CSltz
    @CSltz 11 месяцев назад +1

    Bought mine from “Online LED Store” for around $60.00
    Full size Silverado 2017. Very bright sequential turn lights. Very cool and noticeable amber. License plate light and reverse. Been on the truck now for two years plus. Ez hook up with adapter plug. I did put led license plate lights and new led reverse lights on the truck it’s self. With the tinted windows a little hard to see before. I would recommend this light over the others that I’ve seen hands down. I’ve only got to see it on the road from behind twice. But you can’t miss it.

  • @elisherellis6955
    @elisherellis6955 10 месяцев назад +2

    Love the truck as my favorite truck. Love the LA d strit's nice.👍🏾

  • @johnwinter9722
    @johnwinter9722 Год назад +4

    Awe, Don, you did it again. I now have to have the Freedom Blade for my 2022 Silverado. Putco is an excellent company so I trust their quality and design. And it is sure cool!! Thanks for the video. No thanks for the $$ I will spend to purchase and have it installed. Might try it myself, but we will see.

  • @dehydratedrhombus2473
    @dehydratedrhombus2473 Год назад +5

    Thanks Don, love the AT4 content!

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +3

      Glad you enjoy it! More to come!

  • @bradgarrett7790
    @bradgarrett7790 11 месяцев назад +1

    That exhaust sounds awesome

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  11 месяцев назад +1

      It does!

  • @bowtie2898
    @bowtie2898 Год назад +3

    Wow! Gotta get one of these.

  • @shaneweber4481
    @shaneweber4481 Год назад +1

    I have one turn signal one on my 2014 sierra, but this one is pretty cool.

  • @marshalfisher3484
    @marshalfisher3484 5 месяцев назад +2

    I was almost done watching the video, and then I realized you're also from sask!

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  5 месяцев назад

      Guilty. BC/AB/SK all my life

  • @muretoholmes6724
    @muretoholmes6724 Год назад +2

    🎉Out stigyy standing excellent quality install video. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @golf-n-guns
    @golf-n-guns 11 месяцев назад +1

    That's sick!

  • @1TexasKid
    @1TexasKid Год назад +1

    Excellent Video. Awesome light Kit Accessory.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад

      Thanks for watching!

  • @4961Studebaker
    @4961Studebaker Год назад +11

    Knight Rider function. A car enthusiast classic.

  • @stevehayes6047
    @stevehayes6047 11 месяцев назад +4

    That is insane. My wife will kill me if I spend that much on a light bar. But still cool!

    • @PutcoInc
      @PutcoInc 4 месяца назад

      Yeah we hear that a lot... LOL

  • @gk9417
    @gk9417 Год назад +3

    Well done Don 👍💪✌️🇨🇦

  • @Godisundefeated
    @Godisundefeated Год назад +5

    Thats awesome. I should change mines out on my Silverado. Very nice work as always. 💯🏆

  • @DJTAZ1996
    @DJTAZ1996 11 месяцев назад +1

    Now thats cool! Plug and play easy peasy lemon squeezie

  • @dannysummersjr1165
    @dannysummersjr1165 10 месяцев назад +1

    I need a video for the wireless remote setup!!

  • @fernandomolina27196
    @fernandomolina27196 Год назад +3

    Awesome brother

  • @Battleborndobermans
    @Battleborndobermans 10 месяцев назад +2

    That’s kool light

  • @jasonb1761
    @jasonb1761 11 месяцев назад +1

    Do the start up sequence work on the 18inch Bars?

  • @Loveon2Wheels
    @Loveon2Wheels 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for the video. Exact what I was looking for on my 2023 1500. Do you have the link for the remote also? The putco website wasn’t easy to find there

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  11 месяцев назад +2

      Here your go: www.putco.com/product/luminix-remote-kit/

  • @nabatron21
    @nabatron21 Год назад +3

    Don that’s a god damn light show lol it’s cool though! Not sure if you did a video on upgrading the Bose sound system in your truck?

  • @Tintenttitan
    @Tintenttitan 9 месяцев назад +1

    Just a heads up there is a different L & R brake light harness connector shape appearing on the refresh and randomly 22 up tail lights. 19 to most 22’s use the one shown. Always compare those first.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  9 месяцев назад

      Excellent share. Thank you 👍

  • @mylifedaybyday07
    @mylifedaybyday07 10 месяцев назад +1

    I need asap 🔥

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  10 месяцев назад

      🔥 🔥 🔥

  • @King_TuTT
    @King_TuTT 11 месяцев назад

    what about where the spare tire release rod goes in that area? there is a hole back there to slide the crank rod that lowers the spare tire. seems like it would block that hole.
    has anyone put this right at the bottom of the tail gate and not under neath it? thanks

  • @HarleyDawg715
    @HarleyDawg715 11 месяцев назад

    Will they have this available for the Ford Superduty?

  • @usmcmsgt5487
    @usmcmsgt5487 9 месяцев назад +3

    Thanks, I almost ordered the older version u til i saw this..... I'm looking forward to receiving mine next week.

  • @gremlin60
    @gremlin60 11 месяцев назад +1

    do they have one for the front with knight rider effect?

  • @mdjak3686
    @mdjak3686 Год назад +1

    Love it.

  • @littlejohn9458
    @littlejohn9458 2 месяца назад +1

    It would be so cool if you guys could make one like that for Simi trailers

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  2 месяца назад

      It could be done by someone with some wiring knowledge.

  • @colleenlavergne7844
    @colleenlavergne7844 9 месяцев назад +1

    Looks good $$$

  • @septsixquatredeux
    @septsixquatredeux 2 месяца назад +1

    At least you have all the parts you need with the price

  • @Redeyereaper8
    @Redeyereaper8 11 месяцев назад

    Definitely nice...but website doesn't show for my 20 ram new body 6 lug...only hace for classic model....also the price is absolutely insane for a light bar😮

  • @stanbrewer6079
    @stanbrewer6079 11 месяцев назад +1

    Would like to have seen it actually working in conjunction with truck turn/brake lights. Was a good light show though.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  11 месяцев назад +2

      You’ll see much more of it. I might do a youtube short here soon just demonstrating that instead of just the installation and settings

  • @richardkean1559
    @richardkean1559 26 дней назад

    And for $800+ CAD the mark up for that $30 LED bar is insane

  • @mannyb4959
    @mannyb4959 Год назад

    Love your videos, have you had to change your brakes on the GMC yet? I can't seem to find any good videos on changing them yet... Apparently it's a little different with the electronic parking brake.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +1

      I am not close to having to do that job yet. But since they incorporate wear sensors, you’ll likely need the appropriate scan tool to reset them too or you’ll trow a bunch of codes.

  • @ghowardgilbert2281
    @ghowardgilbert2281 Год назад +1

    Just finished the under the hood LED mod yesterday on my “new to me” 2020 1500 Denali. Next is the tailgate step LED then the Putco blade. The Freedom blade would be awesome but the price tag is a bit much, so I’ll be doing the standard Putco blade.
    Can you do a Short video on how you installed the blade without taking off the tailgate? Thanks and keep up the great videos!

  • @ROADPRO1
    @ROADPRO1 10 месяцев назад +1

    Im a sucker for a good light bar for my truck. Trust me mine goes out. I'm immediately buying another. Been looking for one with the night rider effect. Was super excited watching this video. Then I saw the price. Drop it down to $300 for the whole package and you got me. But $500 plus the remote is overpriced.

  • @eljefe6782
    @eljefe6782 5 месяцев назад

    How come your turn signals don't work with the light bar?

  • @RDpascua09
    @RDpascua09 2 месяца назад

    @donslife I am having a very hard time wiring the freedom blade on my gmc. Where did you fish out the wire from the battery through the firewall? A lot of help is needed here

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  2 месяца назад

      I laid under the truck and ran it along the frame rails with the other wires that already exist there for the trucks other systems. There are lots of spots you can use cable ties to secure it

  • @jasonbreedlove495
    @jasonbreedlove495 3 месяца назад +1

    Super cool. I want to do a light bar upfront and like this on my truck. Price tags are a bit steep.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  3 месяца назад +1

      They make a product for the front of the vehicle that you might like:
      Check Out Putco's New Virtual Blade LED Grille Lights! Full Install and Review
      ruclips.net/video/3THscd8BslQ/видео.html

  • @JoeYoder-dr5tq
    @JoeYoder-dr5tq Месяц назад +1

    Does the Light effect you back up camera or can set it up to be bright white light on backing up for trail hitch boat etc. ?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Месяц назад

      It doesn’t wash out the cameras. It adds some light to assist with hooking things up to the hitch.

  • @nathanassuncao87
    @nathanassuncao87 10 месяцев назад +1

    Great product! is it now available in Canada? I had my friend bring me over DRL grille lights are sexy af

  • @kevintowery8910
    @kevintowery8910 Год назад +1

    Is there a wire guide to be able to connect an addition front bar in conjunction with the rear?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад

      Putco has guides for each of their products including the front DRL bars. I might be doing something with their product in the grill too

  • @jeremyruss2407
    @jeremyruss2407 Год назад +1

    I don’t have a light bar for my truck so nope it can’t do that , lol I wish it would though ! That’s sweet

  • @user-ew4le8cs7i
    @user-ew4le8cs7i 10 месяцев назад +2

    It definitely is very nice! Keep the upgrades coming!

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  10 месяцев назад

      That's the plan!

  • @kellydixon1893
    @kellydixon1893 10 месяцев назад +1

    Hi Don, another great video. Unless I missed something, when I followed the link this new light bar is only for the bigger pick ups. Though I know yours is a 1500. I just ordered a new LTZ with max tow and pretty sure this will probably work. These Max tow PKG. sure are hard to come buy. Thanks for input.

    • @kellydixon1893
      @kellydixon1893 10 месяцев назад

      I have used the old put o light bar for many years on my 2019 Denali and love it. Very bright. 👍

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  10 месяцев назад

      Hi there! The link is to the Freedom Blade page. You would still need to filter by compatible vehicle.

    • @kellydixon1893
      @kellydixon1893 10 месяцев назад

      Thanks Don. I connected with Putco through the hyperlink and they will let me know as soon as they are available. I understand that the price is high but so is everything else. These new ones are cool and easier to see.

  • @hhoutdoors8340
    @hhoutdoors8340 9 месяцев назад +1

    Just wondering which fuse did you choose to hook yours up to i was probably gonna put my in the same place

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  9 месяцев назад

      Go to 7:34 in the video. It shows exactly where I put it. It is one of the AFM/DFM fuses. I recently relocated it to the interior passenger fuse panel because I didn’t like trying to fish the wire out of the water resistant under-hood box.

  • @Tintenttitan
    @Tintenttitan 9 месяцев назад +1

    Do you believe I could apply the fixture and extend the harness to the rear of my cargo trailer toy hauler? I can produce the harness and hang plug at the truck and trailer. Thoughts? TIA.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  9 месяцев назад +1

      Theoretically I think this is possible as long as you don’t lose current with the extra connections and cable length.

  • @jasonb1761
    @jasonb1761 11 месяцев назад +1

    Do the remote work and also the start-up lights for the 18-inch bars?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  11 месяцев назад +1

      It is an option for wiring them that way, yes

  • @SpangledOne
    @SpangledOne 11 месяцев назад

    Does this use the same harness as the regular blade? As in, could I switch the old blade out with the freedom blade, add in the brain and just connect to the existing harness and run the power wire? It looks like it uses the same mounting clips also?

    • @killroykillroy1
      @killroykillroy1 11 месяцев назад +1

      Yes. The quick connect harness is the same for both blades.

  • @orenmeirov1
    @orenmeirov1 Год назад +1

    great video. where can i find white led for the license plate ?
    thank you

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +1

      WHITE LED License Plate Bulbs Upgrade - Includes Comparisons
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  • @manpuddin
    @manpuddin 10 месяцев назад +1

    i'm just going to steal one i cant afford that. may want to rivet that in because i'm coming

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  10 месяцев назад

      I hope you like dogs 😂

  • @dennisschneider9670
    @dennisschneider9670 10 месяцев назад +2

    Nice product, good install job. But who the hell thought $500 was a good price point... way to expensive....

  • @robertking9604
    @robertking9604 Год назад +2

    I wish you had gotta this a while ago, I’ve been looking for an install video for the freedom blade for a few months, because I wasn’t sure where the best spot for the fuse. I have a 2023 Denali ultimate.

    • @jamesconnor8653
      @jamesconnor8653 11 месяцев назад +1

      Putco tech recomends fuse #90. That's the front air dampner spot. It's where I installed mine 😉

    • @robertking9604
      @robertking9604 11 месяцев назад

      @@jamesconnor8653 thanks! Because I’ve been still looking, my 2023 fuse box is different

    • @robertking9604
      @robertking9604 11 месяцев назад

      Ok I just checked and my 2023 doesn’t have a front air dampner spot 😡

    • @jamesconnor8653
      @jamesconnor8653 11 месяцев назад

      @@robertking9604
      My truck is a 2023 GMC 1500 Sierra Denali.

    • @jamesconnor8653
      @jamesconnor8653 11 месяцев назад +1

      @robertking9604
      Sorry I meant fuse #92 Auro Shutter.

  • @scottbintz7331
    @scottbintz7331 Год назад +7

    Badassery

  • @stuartcormiea5222
    @stuartcormiea5222 4 месяца назад +1

    Donslife, I am new to your channel. What is your opinion of the blue tooth speakers and lights combo. I see old videos, but nothing recently . Was it a fad, or did it not work well?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  4 месяца назад +1

      Welcome to the channel! Which bluetooth speakers and lights are you referring to? I did a multi pro step light video and they work awesome. The kicker system I have heard mixed reviews. I stayed away from it due to our severe winters. I felt they wouldn’t hold up

    • @stuartcormiea5222
      @stuartcormiea5222 4 месяца назад +1

      Thanks , yes, I have the two lights as well. I agree with you about the winters , I think it could be a problem for me as well. Just the salt and stuff they spray the roads with is really bad.
      How about the Omni 360°? I will be receiving my new 2024 GMC Denali, most likely next week. It has Google built-in. Do you think the Omni 360° dash cam would interfere with it as it comes with navigation? Actually, I really only wanted it for the Night Owl security feature. Let me know what you think. Thank you again for getting back to me.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  4 месяца назад +1

      @@stuartcormiea5222 I tested the Omni 360 (prerelease model) and found it to be good for a budget cam but not the best either.

  • @jatoca4628
    @jatoca4628 Год назад +12

    Got this same 60” (and the Freedom work? blade for grill) for my 2023 AT4X back in late April (pre-ordered in February). Didn’t think it’d ever come, but was very impressed once installed. For some reason, using the clips just wouldn’t clear the tailgate after several test fits. I ultimately ended up removing the holder clips and used double sided tape the full length (then noted such on PutCo FAQ page). Worked perfectly. A couple weeks later I was showing to a co-worker and he pointed out a burned out led, to which I was extremely shocked due to PutCo quality. A quick email to support and they shipped out a replacement. Since I had received one of the first batches, I think I may have pushed on the delivery date too much before all the burn testing was actually finalized. Support was more shocked then I was and made it right immediately! I’ve yet to swap it out due to the time yanking off all that dbl-sided tape and cleaning it all up again, but when I do, PutCo wants the other one back to find out what could have happened with a single LED going out. I think that says a LOT about quality regardless if I ended up with the one bad LED… Pretty sure PutCo doesn’t make their own LED bulbs, and with each bar having so many, there’s bound to be a dud somewhere. I can’t say for sure if it was bad from the start or not, but had it not been for the premium price, I likely wouldn’t have been so put off by a single tiny bulb.
    Thanks for your videos Don! Wish I could find the time.

    • @uzelessknowledge
      @uzelessknowledge Год назад

      What fuse are you using? Everyone I use gives an error.

    • @PutcoInc
      @PutcoInc 11 месяцев назад

      @@uzelessknowledge We finally got to install one on an AT4X today! Fuse location 92 (Same as the "Active Shutters" ). Sorry for the delay... these high-end models are impossible to find... but we finally got one!

    • @uzelessknowledge
      @uzelessknowledge 11 месяцев назад +2

      @@PutcoInc well, it’s off and in the hands of UPS on the way back. Literally just got it sent back Saturday. Pitty.
      Pretty sure I tried 92. Every one I tried was ok on first start but after shutdown and sitting, on the next start caused issues.
      Yes, these new trucks are smart. Even Don suggested running into the cab through the firewall.

    • @PutcoInc
      @PutcoInc 11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for your valuable feedback. Rest assured, we take quality control seriously and ensure thorough burn testing without any shortcuts. Once get the old bar, we will meticulously dissect it to analyze and understand the reason of failure on the LED chip. We are dedicated to enhancing the quality, performance, and durability of our products, and continuously review these types of issues with our customers with nothing less than the absolute best.

    • @jatoca4628
      @jatoca4628 11 месяцев назад

      @@uzelessknowledge wish I would’ve have seen this earlier. The issue is likely the fuse holder. If you put the fuse that came OUT of factory location into the incorrect slot on the included adapter, truck WILL throw a code. The adapter requires you to put TWO fuses in, the OE amperage closest to wires, and light bar one outside. If backwards (or didn’t put both fuses in), system will detect the (for example) 15A fuse in the 25A location or vice versa and throw code. I actually just forgot to put the second one in before being too quick to trying it out, kept getting the error on dash as well. Was at a loss for a second after adding the second fuse (in incorrect position) and got code again. Took a step back and it hit me. I swapped fuses around an voila! Not an issue since. So,
      If you used one of the 15-amp slots and put only one 15-amp fuse in the adapter, same problem.
      I used shutter (slot 92 apparently) as well for the 60”, and used the DRL slot for the grille LED (can’t recall location number).
      Definitely need to get the 60” swapped and back to PutCo so they can do some burn testing.
      Hope you got issue resolved and didn’t give up altogether. Very impressive quality & setup!

  • @jamesconnor8653
    @jamesconnor8653 11 месяцев назад +2

    question for you, the Freedom Blade driver box doesn't have the power wire with the solderless connector on it. there are 2 blue wires. which wire does the power wire from the fuse box go to ? i am currently installing the blade on a 2023 GMC Sierra at this moment.
    Update: I called Putco & i Cut the blue wire and connected one end to the power wire from the fuse tap. After a few troubleshooting steps with tech support it is determined that the driver box is faulty. A new driver box is on the way. I will post an update after it's installed.
    OK driver finally arrived ( first box they shipped was empty 😮) installed the driver, and remote programmer all is working great now. I definitely recommend this product 👍. Don thanks for your guidance on installing.
    up date#3 check engine light came on 8 major ecm error codes and 55 others. dealer cleared codes this past tuesday 7-25 as they were all electrical and the truck was driving fine. well check engine light back on today 7-28. dealer trouble shoot and said it due to where the putco blade fuse tap was installed they removed it. i called putco and yes they are aware ot the problem and suggest i plug in the fuse tape to #3 spot ( the left front headlight) the tap cant fit in there without me having to cut the fuse box cover. thats not an option. i did find a spot #55 the trailer backup lamp. so far the blade is working & no check engine light on yet. i will post an update in a few weeks.

    • @walterwessels5158
      @walterwessels5158 11 месяцев назад +1

      either blue wire can power it

    • @jamesconnor8653
      @jamesconnor8653 10 месяцев назад

      @@walterwessels5158 thanks i did cut the blue wire as it looped in the wire harness and connected the end that came out of the driver box, hat didnt work so putco sent me a new driver box with correct blue wire setup.

  • @270raptor
    @270raptor 7 месяцев назад

    I installed my light bar now the truck thinks there is a trailer attached all the time and am using the harness ! Ahh I used a different connection to the trailer plug in lol

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  7 месяцев назад +1

      That's how we used to connect them up in GP! The Smart Trailer tech doesn't allow for splicing into the 7-pin harness at all!

  • @mylifedaybyday07
    @mylifedaybyday07 10 месяцев назад

    I wish u was in NY to install mine on my ram but I will be getting this way better then the last 1 oh do u have a coupon code by chance

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  10 месяцев назад

      Enjoy! Coupon code DONSLIFE

  • @MonacoMike
    @MonacoMike Год назад +1

    Is it supposed to disable the original tail light functions as shown in your video ??? I definitely wouldn't want that. I was interested in installing it on our Class A motor home.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +1

      Maybe the editing made it seem like the taillights weren’t acting properly. I assure you, everything works normally still. I had to cover the ambient light sensor on a few shots to show some footage since it was pretty bright outside

  • @adamg1408
    @adamg1408 Год назад +5

    Glad I didn't get a light bar for my 23 Sierra yet. I want to get one installed before fall since I really need more light when backing into my driveway. When it starts getting dark earlier, it becomes a bigger issue.
    I'm also glad to see that the install doesn't require pulling the taillights out. Not sure where I saw that, or when, but it made me hold off on getting a light bar. From what you showed, the most difficult aspect will be positioning the clips so that the tailgate works properly. I'll probably get the remote control as well, just to make it easier to program it up.
    How long before you have a discount code? What % is that going to offer? Saving a bit on the $636 for the setup would help the purchase. Glad to see they offer free ground shipping (always nice when companies do that).

    • @FastSS02
      @FastSS02 Год назад +1

      Pulling the tail lights is stupid easy. 2 T15 torx screws on each light then just pull straight back unless a Sierra is way more complicated than a Silverado.

    • @HRO148
      @HRO148 Год назад +1

      ⁠@@FastSS02 sierra is the same.👍

    • @brucestarr4438
      @brucestarr4438 11 месяцев назад +1

      check Headlight Revolution for upgraded backup lights. Maybe the XD License Plate Reverse Light Bar would help you.

  • @ioelubrown4587
    @ioelubrown4587 10 месяцев назад +1

    Niceeee I like it 👌 ❤.. Any Lights for FORD RANGER 2016 pls and is there any DISCOUNT FOR AUSTRALIANS 😂

  • @TheModelmaker123
    @TheModelmaker123 11 месяцев назад

    So it disables the blink on the tail lights when turning?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  11 месяцев назад

      Not at all. The taillights will function normally. This is just a demonstration of installation and programming

  • @oscarreynaable
    @oscarreynaable 6 месяцев назад +1

    Great work man! Love the content you put out. I got a question for you. I had the freedom blade installed right before Thanksgiving on my GMC Sierra. Its been fine but this morning, I go out to start my truck and the battery was dead. When I went to crank a random lights flashed off an on my dashboard and my power running boards stayed deployed. I keep my lights on auto so I dont have to mess with them. I notice when I exist the truck at night the light bar switches to the white light until the lights turn off. My gut is telling me the light bar might be draining my battery. I ended up jumping the battery and the truck restarted but now the check engine light is on. Have you had any issues with your battery since installing that light bar?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  6 месяцев назад

      I haven’t had that problem but I also made sure the dedicated power wire is on a switches circuit.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  6 месяцев назад

      Putco Freedom Blade Full Operational Review & Install Tips
      ruclips.net/video/Ky0gsUDMXrI/видео.html

    • @oscarreynaable
      @oscarreynaable 6 месяцев назад

      @Donslife okay appreciate the response. Im going to take it into the dealership to see what they say. Its brand new. The battery might be bad.

    • @oscarreynaable
      @oscarreynaable 6 месяцев назад +1

      @Donslife when you exit the truck at night does your ight bar switch to white light until the convenience lighting turn off?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  6 месяцев назад +1

      @@oscarreynaable yes it turns white and stays on with the courtesy lighting. The truck locks itself automatically and shortly after all of the courtesy lighting shuts off

  • @vincintbrown3475
    @vincintbrown3475 3 месяца назад +1

    When you install the lightbar, does it cover up the port for your spare tire?

  • @mattyman6176
    @mattyman6176 Год назад +2

    🔥

  • @donaldredline975
    @donaldredline975 2 месяца назад +1

    I love it, retired just to much money

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  2 месяца назад

      Thank you for watching

  • @nickmeffinludwig
    @nickmeffinludwig Год назад +4

    Were you driving south down i75 on Wednesday?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +1

      I wish

    • @nickmeffinludwig
      @nickmeffinludwig Год назад +1

      @Donslife man I swear it was your twin. I tried to catch up to find out but he was flying 🤣

  • @latinbusa
    @latinbusa 3 месяца назад +2

    Great video thank you. I would really like to put that bar on my truck, like I said I really like it but my wallet really locked up with the price tag on it.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  3 месяца назад +1

      Yes it is pricey. The regular blade is a great option

  • @Metoo12390
    @Metoo12390 10 месяцев назад

    Wild prices for a Putco tail light bar the same of which I installed on my 2012 Laramie in September 2016 for $100.00 plus Cdn tax of course.I had to have 3 of them replaced over a period of 4 months due to faulty and partial signal and backup lighting not working and this week I had to toally remove it due to the same problems.

  • @js12278
    @js12278 7 месяцев назад +1

    Light is nice. What I want to know is why is your truck sprayed with Woolwax or Fluid Film underneath? You’ve got rusty forming? For the price of that light, you could have sprayed 6 of your trucks or your truck for 12 years.
    👍🏻🍻

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  7 месяцев назад

      Up here in Canada, every new truck (GM and others) that I have had a wax treatment on the underside. No rust issues, just a preventative measure from the manufacturer.

  • @zeza8603
    @zeza8603 10 месяцев назад +1

    soldering? What did you have to solder?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  10 месяцев назад

      I hardwired in the optional Luminix wireless remote.

  • @robertwebster6443
    @robertwebster6443 Год назад

    How did you get power to the remote? Whenever i talk to putco they keep telling me to run another power wire just for the remote.

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +1

      The remote has its own wiring diagram on the website but I tapped the power from the main 12v wire running from the fuse panel to the driver box.

  • @johnnyray34
    @johnnyray34 11 месяцев назад +1

    Do they make one just that nice for the front of the vehicle

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  11 месяцев назад +1

      Stay tuned

    • @johnnyray34
      @johnnyray34 11 месяцев назад

      @@Donslife I will be on the lookout for it

  • @c.j.pearson6191
    @c.j.pearson6191 6 месяцев назад

    @donslife, is that the 60” or 40” on your truck?

  • @terryjohnston2231
    @terryjohnston2231 7 месяцев назад +1

    Just installed mine on my 23 at4x. Everything works but there’s no startup animation. It’s like it skips it and just goes straight to regular function. Any idea why? Thanks 🙏🏻

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  7 месяцев назад +1

      Did you see this video yet? Putco Freedom Blade Full Operational Review & Install Tips
      ruclips.net/video/Ky0gsUDMXrI/видео.html
      Also triple check the connections and supplied connectors. One could be poorly crimped or something. Also I don’t know which circuit you tapped but some are temperamental.

    • @terryjohnston2231
      @terryjohnston2231 7 месяцев назад +1

      @@Donslife yes I watched it again today lie a million times lol. I’ll recheck the connections again and make sure. Thank you for the response. Much appreciated!

  • @bondservantministriesinc.672
    @bondservantministriesinc.672 Год назад +1

    Can this be programmed to do one function, the red back and forth

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +1

      Yes, you pick the one you like and it saves it until you decide to reprogram it

  • @flashnmb1
    @flashnmb1 3 месяца назад

    How come factory taillights didn’t work with light blade; are they intended instead of?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  3 месяца назад

      They do but not in programming mode.

  • @MrHelipilot
    @MrHelipilot Год назад +1

    Lit 🔥

  • @TheCarCrazyGuy
    @TheCarCrazyGuy Год назад +3

    Nice, but $562 USD??? Ouch!

  • @aaronhill1229
    @aaronhill1229 11 месяцев назад

    Looks cool. But why didn’t you actually show it working. When you turn on your signals and brakes? Would’ve been nice to see the tail lights blinking with this light bar

  • @supertruckerrolling
    @supertruckerrolling 4 месяца назад

    I would think it would be a good idea to put electrical grease in those connections

  • @user-on7il6sv8p
    @user-on7il6sv8p Год назад +2

    Will this work for a Middle East single cab AT4 , I mean the harness ?

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад

      As ling as your buy the right harness from them to tie into your taillights

    • @user-on7il6sv8p
      @user-on7il6sv8p Год назад

      @@Donslife I’m not sure if they have a special version for Middle East cars or even aware it is different than the US ones , very nice lights btw , I was never a fan of under the bed long bar lights but this one is really different .

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +2

      I think it would work if the vehicle came out of a US or Canada assembly plant

  • @richardlancto3559
    @richardlancto3559 10 месяцев назад

    I can’t get the start of sequence to work only if I disconnect the power and reconnect it does the start of sequence work

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  10 месяцев назад

      Doesn’t sound like it is connected correctly. Putco has a technical help line too if you get stuck

    • @richardlancto3559
      @richardlancto3559 10 месяцев назад

      @@Donslife yeah I talk to them a few times today they were
      Supposed to call me back today and never did. they told me for my 2022 Silverado, LT fuse wire plugs into the number three fuse was still doesn’t work and my truck sat for a few days and the drain my battery

  • @jaypatton8116
    @jaypatton8116 Год назад +1

    Does it do a white light when put in reverse?

  • @joshraines
    @joshraines Год назад +2

    Awesome stuff Don!
    Anyway to work with Putco to get your viewers a discount code??

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  Год назад +1

      It is being worked on. US customers first, then hopefully a Canadian one shortly after

    • @joshraines
      @joshraines Год назад

      @Donslife sweet!! By the way...I did the muffler delete on my AT4X...huge mistake!! I'm calling Borla tomorrow and seeing what they say about just the S Type muffler and if that will prevent drone.

    • @stirlinb
      @stirlinb 11 месяцев назад +1

      @don fire me over that discount code when you get it. I'm ready to buy!

    • @Donslife
      @Donslife  11 месяцев назад

      @@stirlinb US Customers save 5% on Freedom Blade and/or Remote : Use Promo Code 'DONSLIFE'
      Link to the Putco Freedom Blade:
      www.putco.com/product/freedom-blade/