A more Aerodynamic light bar
Obviously the gigantic vehicle width light bars that go above the windshield are almost as bad for aero as having a roof rack.
So to solve a problem that some people think is a secondary or non consideration (the aerodynamic aspect) I have to go retro.
Plan is put 1 or 2 small halogen driving lights on top of the cab back several inches from the windshield. I just have not decided on what configuration to go with, one or 2 lights, with 55w or 100w bulbs.
I had taken one of the lights and converted it to 100w with a 100w bulb and much heavier 16AWG ground wire. I had not played with them enough to decide if doubling the power requirement to each light was worth it.
If I go with a single light you can bet it will be 100w.
Other problem is these lights are competing for roof space right were I would like to put two 30 watt solar panels. Will have to chose between 1 light or 2 lights and smaller solar panels.
So I picked up some lights about the same size and shape as these, but with out the hideous blue tint.
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