Dome Light Upgrade - Mustang convertible Rear view
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Dome Light Upgrade - Mustang convertible Rear view
I wanted to add map lights to my truck. Most folks get an Explorer dome or a standard Mustang dome.
I went a different direction with my dome light modification and I'd like to show it to you all. I sourced a used rearview mirror for a Mustang convertible. For lack of a real dome light in the convertibles, they put them on the rearview mirrors...so it has dome and maps all integrated into the mirror.
I followed the How-To instructions for the standard dome light, except i installed the mirror and wired it up perfectly. I like how it illuminates the forward area of the cabin separately. It makes the interior a lot brighter and the map lights really help and are a lot less distracting than those overhead. Above all, I wanted to be a little different and I'm pleased with the result. Super easy, took less than 20 minutes, including wiring.
I've never seen anyone do this, so I figured I'd share it with anyone who is interested. Cheers!
I went a different direction with my dome light modification and I'd like to show it to you all. I sourced a used rearview mirror for a Mustang convertible. For lack of a real dome light in the convertibles, they put them on the rearview mirrors...so it has dome and maps all integrated into the mirror.
I followed the How-To instructions for the standard dome light, except i installed the mirror and wired it up perfectly. I like how it illuminates the forward area of the cabin separately. It makes the interior a lot brighter and the map lights really help and are a lot less distracting than those overhead. Above all, I wanted to be a little different and I'm pleased with the result. Super easy, took less than 20 minutes, including wiring.
I've never seen anyone do this, so I figured I'd share it with anyone who is interested. Cheers!
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Certain model Explorers and Mountaineers had lights beneath their exterior mirrors (the side view mirrors on the doors). Those were so-called "puddle" lights that lit up the ground near the doors. As far as interior rear-view mirrors, there were a variety used, including some with compass, temp, homelink, or a combination thereof.
HERE'S AN IDEA: Put an overhead console, a standard Mustang Dome light, and then the Convertible Rearview Mirror domelight...holy cow, that cabin would be lit up!!!
Last edited by Bobbie; 02-17-2011 at 06:04 AM.
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I was experimenting with colored lights today and the red lights produce a mean glow on the floor when they're on...you could switch the map lights on and get a killer glow. There are so many options with this and others. It's stunning what a difference it makes having the front of the cabin lit up. I can really see things on the floorboard now where as before there was nothing.
I think this add-on is useful because it's simply yet another map/dome light option for the Ranger.
Here's what we've got pretty much for options:
As far as I'm concerned, the more lights the better and this is such a simple, useful modification.
I think this add-on is useful because it's simply yet another map/dome light option for the Ranger.
Here's what we've got pretty much for options:
- Overhead Console
- Replace Standard Dome with Map Light Dome (Mustang, Explorer, etc.)
- Replace rearview mirror with Mustang Convertible Rearview
- Install Aftermarket LED or other lighting
As far as I'm concerned, the more lights the better and this is such a simple, useful modification.
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