Snow JD 2305, Original Tractor Cab - LED's and what heater and how to mount it?

[cttractor]

WOW are those Maxxima's bright! Very, very happy with the light they are throwing!

Yeah, the SoundOff light I identified above is also bright and has a just slightly lower lumen level and current draw that the Maxima. Is the case on the Maxima steel, stainless, plastic, or something else?

And are you facing one forward and one back or both in the same direction? I ask because I have only one facing backward. It's good as it is, but if I get a backhoe, I'm afraid I'll have shadows that'll make it hard to see if I don't have a light on each side. When using bigger machines, I often will work into the darkness to finish a project. I'm sure I'll want to do the same with the tractor. Thanks!

 

[Pipestone Kid]

I have the "Original" on my 4110. In the Spring I just remove the doors and the canvas part below the windshield. Gives plenty of air and saves a whole lot of work. It only takes about five minutes to take off or put on. :thumbsup:

 

[cast_and_blast]

Is the case on the Maxima steel, stainless, plastic, or something else?


And are you facing one forward and one back or both in the same direction?

It's a surprisingly heavy light, the case is metal but I don't believe it's stainless. The mounts are all stainless including the bolts.

I have two facing forward and I just ordered another one (smaller model) to face rearward. If I was to run a backhoe I'd want two facing rearward.

Scott

 

[cast_and_blast]

I have the "Original" on my 4110. In the Spring I just remove the doors and the canvas part below the windshield. Gives plenty of air and saves a whole lot of work. It only takes about five minutes to take off or put on. :thumbsup:

I'm guessing that is what I'll do as well, we'll see.

Scott

 

[cttractor]

Mine is metal and quite heavy also. Based on the application they use as an example (plow trucks), I'm hoping they truly last.

One concern that I have is that my 2320 and your 2305 both have only 20 amp alternators. These lights take about 3.5 amps each, so that's 14 amps for four of them. While that's lower than incandescent lamps, that only leaves 6 amps left for headlights and tail lights. I've measured the current used and my headlights and taillights take 8.1 amps, so that will put us over the continuous output rating of our alternators. And if we use the flashers or add other safety warning lights, we're even more over.

Therefore, while the LED lights give us more room with their more efficient electricity to light conversion, we really need a bigger alternator and JD's option IS NOT cheap. I think I'll look around to see what more economical third-party options might exist.

 

[cast_and_blast]

Mine is metal and quite heavy also. Based on the application they use as an example (plow trucks), I'm hoping they truly last.

One concern that I have is that my 2320 and your 2305 both have only 20 amp alternators. These lights take about 3.5 amps each, so that's 14 amps for four of them. While that's lower than incandescent lamps, that only leaves 6 amps left for headlights and tail lights. I've measured the current used and my headlights and taillights take 8.1 amps, so that will put us over the continuous output rating of our alternators. And if we use the flashers or add other safety warning lights, we're even more over.

Therefore, while the LED lights give us more room with their more efficient electricity to light conversion, we really need a bigger alternator and JD's option IS NOT cheap. I think I'll look around to see what more economical third-party options might exist.

Could always change your headlights and tail lights over to LED bulbs - cheap and easy. My headlights are pretty much an afterthought after turning on the new LED's in terms of the amount of light they bring to the party.

THe LED I'm putting on the back is a bit smaller, only 1.5a draw. So, I'll be at 9.5 with all the LED's on at once.

Good luck!

Scott

 

[cttractor]

Could always change your headlights and tail lights over to LED bulbs - cheap and easy. My headlights are pretty much an afterthought after turning on the new LED's in terms of the amount of light they bring to the party.

THe LED I'm putting on the back is a bit smaller, only 1.5a draw. So, I'll be at 9.5 with all the LED's on at once.

Good point on the headlights! Have you come across any sources for LED bulb replacements for headlights? Thanks!

 

[whbrittain]

Did order two Maxxima LED's model MWL-07SP (Maxxima LED Lighting and Accessories) for the front of the cab. Also ordered several LED lighted switches, a project box to mount them in, some terminal blocks and a amber led strobe. Still need one LED worklight for the back, but I want to see how the front LED's work first before deciding if I need one, two or ??.

Will post pics after this weekends install of the lights and switches.

Scott

I'm so glad you can get Maxxima lights. I tried their website and they only sell those lights through dealers. My closest dealer is almost 2 hours drive away. Maxxima told me that they may not stock these lights, but the dealer would be glad to order them for me. Both dealers will only deal with me in person. Anybody got any other sources????

 

[hizoot]

Did order two Maxxima LED's model MWL-07SP (Maxxima LED Lighting and Accessories) for the front of the cab. Also ordered several LED lighted switches, a project box to mount them in, some terminal blocks and a amber led strobe. Still need one LED worklight for the back, but I want to see how the front LED's work first before deciding if I need one, two or ??.

Will post pics after this weekends install of the lights and switches.

Scott

went to the link you posted....no price listed or local dealer look up. What /where did you buy these and how much? Thanks...

 

[cast_and_blast]

went to the link you posted....no price listed or local dealer look up. What /where did you buy these and how much? Thanks...

Bought them here: Maxxima Lights,Lights MAXXIMA,Light,

No affiliation, have only used them one time and it went well. Everything as advertised, quick shipping, well packed.

The MWL-07SP were $119 each (these are the two on the front), the MWL-05SP was $74 (this is the one on the back).

Not cheap, but VERY bright and 5 year warranty.

Scott