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What are some good BUDGET ditch lights?

Discussion in 'General 4Runner Talk' started by 4Runner Blitz, Jul 26, 2025.

  1. Jul 26, 2025 at 8:41 PM
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    4Runner Blitz

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    Hey there fellas, I have a 4Runner that I want to put ditch lights on and I was wondering if there are any ok brands that are affordable. I dont have the money for the big brands and I dont do overlanding so I dont need some crazy dependable lights. Just need something that lights up and looks cool basically.

    My budget is between 20-70$ and Im not sure if the Amazon specials are even worth purchasing but I am interested if anybody has used the dirt cheap Nilight brand before.


    P.S I only need the lights and some mounts.
     
  2. Jul 27, 2025 at 2:52 AM
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    Got my Amazon ditch brackets for 20$ and Tractor Supply brand lights for 79$ on sale. Totally happy with them.
     
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  3. Aug 6, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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    2011= 5100's set at 1.85" + stock coils up front. 5100's + 2.5" coils in the rear. Custom made front receiver. Auxbeam ditch lights. Dual batteries. Interior sleep subfloor. Double din dvd bluetooth player. 1998= 99 tall springs Kyb monomax Big alternator Big battery Custom interior
    I bought Auxbeam brand lights on Amazon and they are great. Seem like they are built better than the tractor supply ones. Lights and ditch brackets were under 80 bucks or around.
    The included wiring was also good quality and made installing easy.
     
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    Hey
    I’ve ran multiple ditch lights and such bought from local auto parts store, and eBay (probably comparable to Amazon). Don’t rule it out necessarily. I’ve been totally happy with a Nilight harness and relay I used to energize roof rack lighting.

    I don’t have amazing quality off-road lighting, more copper clad aluminum than perhaps I would prefer, but it’s operated with no difference (unless you run quite high wattage loads).

    Note: I find the $20-$70 lighting lenses are more prone to moisture seal going.

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    I have had good luck with Core 7 LED lights.
     
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  8. Aug 14, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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    Thanks for the info:)
     
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    LASFIT. Great lights that wont break the bank
     
  10. Sep 12, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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    Thanks for chiming in on these.
    I had asked a question specifically about ditch light brackets here:
    https://www.4runners.com/threads/lets-talk-ditch-light-brackets.46585/#post-763413

    but didn't get much response on choosing a bracket. For the price your product choice is worth a try!
     
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    What light are you showing in this photo?
     
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    I have absolutely no issues with them ..been out in plenty of inclement weather, and the fitment is solid..IMG_9494.jpg
     
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