Why would you want to remove them? I think they look great on the burbs. Do yours leak?

Removing them is easy. Two screws for each base. Clip the positive lead and seal it closed. Then cover the holes. I'd probably try using fiberglass and resin first, then a bit of putty, sand them smooth, then paint. It's pretty easy, but time consuming.

Jake

 

Two screws for each base. Clip the positive lead and seal it closed.

When I replaced a few of the bases due to leaks, I had clips on the wires. Just had to pull the wires up a bit to get to the clips.

On a side note. I did see a visor the other day by Lund that went around the cab lites. Pretty slick looking.

John

 

As for the why... it's not that I don't like cab clearance lights in general... it's that I don't like *these* cab clearance lights. I prefer having a lighted moon-visor type setup. I think they look great, provide sun protection, and I like where the lights are at... somewhere that if they do get hit, I don't damage my roofline because I can't see that they're actually there from the driver's seat with the OEM ones.

I've heard that it's a pretty penny to get the holes welded, sealed and painted properly. I just didn't know how much. That's why I was asking.

So, does fibreglass, putty and touch-up paint really work that well to keep out moisture, prevent rust, and still look like there never was a whole bunch of holes in the roof?

 

Well If your somewhat talented with a welder patch the holes with computer case sheet metal of thin metal period and then grind welds down then go over with DuraGlass of something with fiberglass resin in it. Just don't use all bondo please. It may not seal right and it will rust from the inside out.... All I have to say is be smart about it. I know your covering it up and it probably doesnt matter what it looks like but just be wise and do it the right way...
The use of your brain is required in all body work no matter how skilled you are..

 

so im not the only one with leaky cab lights? what do i do to fix that?

 

so im not the only one with leaky cab lights? what do i do to fix that?

I used a GE brand pure silicon sealer around the base and then used it on the lip around the lens to make sure the whole thing was sealed. Put the screws in snug but not tight over night then tightened up the screws. Let sit in the sun for a few days and it was sealed the next good rain. The only thing I have yet to get rid of is the white marks on the head liner from the water. Kind of afraid of ruining the liner and haveing to replace the fabric. Looks like the windshild would have to be removed to get the liner out.

John

 

I would suggest a marine grade caulk, such as Boatlife, to seal the lights and bases.
I'm installing lights very soon. They've been sitting on my bench for ages...

Jake