Engine Bay Light

[CPT Papa]

I am looking for some ideas on installing an engine bay light, best location, mounting, where to buy, etc. I do know I want it switched and not auto when open. Many times I leave the hood open for extended periods. Thanks

 

[thexr6]

Following this. Also interested

 

[Mouse]

Back in the 90s GM had retractable lights under the hoods of some trucks. They were not overly bright but I bet by now someone makes an LED bulb that would fit them. Found a thread on a Chevy site that shows them. They can still be found in junk yards and eBay.

Let there be light

Hi to all, Just finished the install of the GM Universal Retractable Under Hood Lamp Light. These lights were found on early '90's pick ups. I had one on my 1990 Silverado and 1994 Silverado. It was too bad that my 2005 Silverado did not have a under hood lamp of any kind. So I picked up...

www.silveradosierra.com

 

[ameldorf]

Prob infinite options. Find an led w/housing you could drill a hole for in the plastic hydro guide, route wiring in a “pretty” way to a stand alone switch w/relay or one of the aux switch leads.

 

[3niner2.jlu]

I have a Baja Designs dome light installed under my hood and it is great. I will post some picture this evening.