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3 Lions



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Wipac versus RDX (bolt on bits) LED lights.
Hi,

Am after opinions on Wipac versus RDX Led lights.

Am after Improving my Sidelights and rear stop/Tail lights.

Want to go to Led, but was just wondering if there is much in difference between the above mentioned.

Any Opinions/Thoughts greatly received. Thumbs Up

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there are other links on here , I have RDX and am happy with them so far but early days DEFENDER 90 TDCI XS,

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Just put on a set of clear RDX from BoB .. very happy Thumbs Up 2008 Defender 110 XS SW - M57N2 / 6HP28X
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custom90



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As mentioned in a previous thread, I'm not keen on Wipac really but RDX seems good.
Not keen on Le Perei either for that matter.
Quality of lights can be extremely good and awful. â­ï¸â­ï¸God Bless the USA 🇬🇧🇺🇸 â­ï¸â­ï¸
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Dave-H



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Iv'e had a full set of RDX lamps on mine since mid 2012 .. no issues whatsoever, A vast improvement over standard lamps and I'm very happy with them Cool Guns and Landrovers .... anything else is irrelevant.
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Jim_Bean



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I have a full set of Wipac LED lights, sides and indicators etc

They are easy to fit just unplug the old and plug in the new. You will have to reverse the wiring for Defenders after 1998 (as i found on my MY13).

Don't use the Wipac relay through. It works fine but you will loose the trailer warning, instead it will flash all the time the indicators are on. If you go for the Wipac LEDs i would advise you then buy the RDX relay as it will retain the trailer warning function.
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I've had RDX LEDs and now have Wipac units, not much between them to be honest but I refer the look of the Wipacs. 2015 90 XS CSW TDCi - Beautiful
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United Kingdom 2008 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Stornoway Grey
I have just swapped out standard for Wipac clear LEDs. Due to my rear lightguards and the fact they are designed for OEM lights I needed to source some as close to OEM as possible. These were a tighter fit than OEM.

Standard front.


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Wipac LED.


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Have got the Wipac fog and reverse LEDs on order and am considering doubling them up on the rear instead of just one of each. If you go through life with your head in the sand....all people will see is an ar5e!!

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Venomator



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RDX here too...
fitted a full set front and rear from BoB and they are not only easy to fit (even I managed!)... Mr. Green

But they are a vast improvement on the bog standard JLR excuses for lights... Thumbs Up
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gilarion



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WIPAC Led's full set fitted a year ago with no issues, would not be surprised if Bolt on Bits RDX lights were in fact WIPAC as well sold under they RDX brand as they look identical.

However which ever set you choose don't fit the WIPAC relay but buy the RDX led relay its expensive but works. For those who like Welsh Mountains and narrow boats have a look at my videos and photos at..

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custom90



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Completly RDX on mine, all good. Thumbs Up

I think you'll find the RDX and Wipac have a different reflector and LED pattern.
Not massively different but there, or do I understand anyway.
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K9F



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United Kingdom 2008 Defender 90 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Stornoway Grey
The local supplier didn't have any Wipac clear reverse or fogs but he did have some Bearmach ones that were also 'E' marked but I wasn't keen on the lens/led pattern. My OCD wouldn't let me rest unless I stick with the Wipacs as they looked better too.

Have binned the doubling up of the lights as my swing away prevents this so will just replace the OEM ones. Wasn't in the truck when I went to order them but it did seem a reasonable idea at the time. If you go through life with your head in the sand....all people will see is an ar5e!!

Treat every day as if it is your last....one day you will be right!!
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gilarion wrote:
However which ever set you choose don't fit the WIPAC relay but buy the RDX led relay its expensive but works.


A couple of people have mentioned this but I found no issues whasoever with the Wipac relay supplied. No need to shell out a further £30 for the RDX relay. Not sure if the Wipac relay may have been upgraded but it came with the kit and works a treat with the trailer light being adjustable to the point it flashes only once, exactly the same as having OEM lights fitted.

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Finally collected and fitted the NAS Wipacs. Unfortunately whereas all the remaining Wipac indicators, sidelinghts, stop and tail came with connectors the NAS ones didn't. Decided to use waterproof aerograde jiffy connectors that with the right tool can be disconnected when and if necessary. Even had some blue cable ties to match the jiffys to secure them together and placate my OCD.


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 If you go through life with your head in the sand....all people will see is an ar5e!!

Treat every day as if it is your last....one day you will be right!!
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another option not mentioned and as the saying goes - you pays your monies and takes your choice.

you could consider just going fof the led replacement lamps of course?

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