LED Lights on ROPS

[wdchyd]

I figure the TBN Braintrust has lots of good advice, links and pics. Looking for any ideas on mounted LED lights on my ROPS bar for my Kubota B2320 TLB. I’m tired of the dark kicking out of my seat when things to do (digging, plowing etc). Preferably I need better lights forward and back, or at min able to flip over.

Let’s see what you have.

Thanx in advance,
WillyC

 

[Torvy]

I noticed them as options on UTV ROPs. Single and double bars. One also had some grill mounted ones. As long as you don't cut into your ROPS and hurt the structural integrity, you should have options. Someone smarter than me will need to tell you about wiring them...is there already a harness in place?

 

[i7win7]

Adding electrical devices to tractor

Purpose of post: to provide general ideas to fellow tractor owners wishing to add lights, electric sprayers, even some high current accessories for short term intermittent use (think winches, jump starts). I'll start with the high power preparations. #1 good heavy duty wire, at Walmart you...

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[Williy]

Tractor lightrs

https://www.amazon.com/Nilight-60001F-B-Flood-Driving-Warranty/dp/B00IY3YLCI/ref=asc_df_B00IY3YLCI?tag=bngsmtphsnus-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80401905752474&hvnetw=s&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584001431752577&psc=1

$15.29

Amazon.com : tractor led light bar

willy

 

[wdchyd]

...is there already a harness in place?

Not sure, if not I’ll make something up with a piece of SO cord, fuse holder, hopefully a dash switch.

I see TSC has a few LED choices I’ll check the local store

 

[crashz]

I was just going to ask a similar question. I have read through the thread that i7win7 started, and have a good idea on how I want to wire a panel and lights.

But how does the ROPS mounted bars work for general lighting for those that have them? I would think they act like a lantern, throwing light in every direction including right back into your eyes.

 

[i7win7]

But how does the ROPS mounted bars work for general lighting for those that have them? I would think they act like a lantern, throwing light in every direction including right back into your eyes.

My rops is behind me, lights above head, no problem with lights shining in eyes. Bugs - well they're attracted to light. you may want a bee keeper's hat. Don't know if my cooling fans are strong enough to keep the bugs away

1 Cool ROPS accessory

Flex-a-Lite model 116 radiator fan 2,215 CFM and 11 amp draw. Stirs up quite a breeze. May help with bugs a night when running lights. Ground speed in reverse slightly faster? :unsure:

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1 cool BX mod

I did it again. The cooling fan I added to the B worked so well it was time to upgrade the "lawn mower". Now the location of the ROPS hinge poses a significant problem. The fan has to mount to the top half but, can't mount to lower half if you need to lower the ROPS. After significant mental...

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[96snma]

Here’s how I mounted mine

Only lights on in this picture are the ones provided by the tractor

 

[crashz]

Thank 96!

I guess what I was thinking is that I didn't want my head bathed in light, but the work area around me. 96's pictures show that the operators station stays pretty dark still.

 

[96snma]

I have it pointing just ever so slightly down. The lights never bothered me. Basically starts getting bright at the beginning of the hood.

 

[Midniteoyl]

Not sure, if not I’ll make something up with a piece of SO cord, fuse holder, hopefully a dash switch.

I see TSC has a few LED choices I’ll check the local store

Amazon's cheaper.

 

[Bearsixty7]

Here's how I did mine since I have a canopy. I spaced the width in the front the same as the back so If I later determine I need more light forward I can get the same light bar and install instead.
The lights and harness is all from TSC. I get them when on sale and/or I have a coupon for XX dollars off.

 

[Midniteoyl]

Here's how I did mine since I have a canopy. I spaced the width in the front the same as the back so If I later determine I need more light forward I can get the same light bar and install instead.
The lights and harness is all from TSC. I get them when on sale and/or I have a coupon for XX dollars off.

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Love that the Wasp & Hornet is essential as the fire extinguisher

 

[BukitCase]

I bought some small led's for all 4 sides of my golf cart (old, cheep, 10 acre; now I can't live without it :=)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08BC7YBPF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Haven't found that "tuit" yet, but they feel pretty sturdy - connections can either be soldered or use standard spade lugs. Each switch is NO/NC, so you can do stuff like use one switch to SWAP which light is on if you want...

Also bought one of these

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005T78D8K/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If I get many more "projects" ordered, might need another shipping container for storage ... Steve

 

[AndyMA]

Easiest way I know to mount is using a couple of magnets

Andy

 

[i7win7]

Easiest way I know to mount is using a couple of magnets

Andy

Magnet vs tree branch -- tree wins every time. Consider what types of operating environments you will be in.

 

[newbury]

Mounting inside the ROPS with a magnet lets me reorient the light easily and partially protects it from tree branches. I tried three different neodymium magnets, one with about 90 lbs of pull ($2.70@), one with 112 lbs pull ($3.67@) and one with 405 lbs of pull ($26.35@). All 3 worked fine, the 112 lb/pull was best. The one with 405 lbs pull was overkill for my use.
/edit - prices from 2018.

 

[Midniteoyl]

Magnet vs tree branch -- tree wins every time. Consider what types of operating environments you will be in.

2 magnets. One magnetic base and another inside ROPS with chain connecting? If light pulls off the other will catch it. But now we're starting to overthink this..

 

[JouneNer]

I think this Floodlight like

https://www.amazon.com/Nilight-Wrangler-Tractor-Off-Road-Warranty/dp/B06XTZYJL3/

 

[Wagtail]

Good suggestions, especially 'inside' the ROPS. My 4105 has an existing 'bullet' type power connection, behind my seat, that is energised using my standard lighting switch (OFF/HAZARDS/HASZARDS-LIGHTS/LIGHTS).

My only suggestion is to include an anti-vibration layer when attaching to the ROPS. A cut-up "Koozie" (foam neoprene) between the bracket/ROPS provides that.