The Mother Of All Lights

Dustp115 · 10-25-2007, 06:55 PM

ok guys I am able to buy me a 6000 dollar aircraft spot light for super cheep (100 dollars) from a army surplus provider is there anypossible way I could rig this up to my 4runner.. I mean I would love to find away to generate the current this thing requires

specs

http://ils.spectrolab.com/pr_detail...._sx16.asp&pd=3

pics

EDIT...

Here is a cut out of the spec sheet just for some of you guys who dont look at this site

Lamp Type: 1600 Watt Short Arc Xenon
Peak Beam Intensity: 30-40 Million candlepower
Beam Width: 4? to 20? (remote control focus)
Application Information
Typical Range: 1 km (3200 ft)
Useful Range for Target ID: 1 Mile
Peak Illuminance at 1km: 32 Lux (2.9 ft-cd)
Diameter at 10% of Peak Illuminance: 70m (230 ft at 1km)
Electrical System
Input Voltage: 28 Volts DC Nominal
Input Current: 55-67 Amperes
Start Time: 3-5 Seconds
Recycle Time: None Required

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TFJ-4runner · 10-25-2007, 06:56 PM

wow the visual imagery of what you could do with that.

CJM · 10-25-2007, 06:58 PM

If it runs off 12v it could work, gonna need a battery itself though to power it I assume.

bballchrism · 10-25-2007, 07:01 PM

one guy at my dads work runs two aircraft lights he uses like 6 batteries and has to use a switch from a house but its super bright i don't know how he did it but it just seemed a little excessive to me and a little to much work but it is really cool

infiltrator · 10-25-2007, 07:03 PM

yeah, i think that might be a little too much... 6 batteries... poor poor alternator

rowdy235 · 10-25-2007, 07:14 PM

you could get the needed voltage with 3 batteries. I would keep the under-hood one for starting, then run two battery's in the back for accessories, and then wire the three in series for the light. Of course, run an alternator lead to all 3, and you might as well up the alternator while your there. Really depends on what you are willing to do.

apalmer1 · 10-25-2007, 07:16 PM

If i were you i would get some optima's bolt them all somewhere and wire them all in paralell, upgrade to a Mean Green alternator and put a toggle switch on the wire from the alt to the light batteries, then wire that light up and have at it.

If you want to get the wiring or advice on the multiple batteries and the multiple outputs from the alternator im sure you could ask Painless Wiring
for some assistance.

I have fun turning my KC's on at people who refuse to turn their brights off at night even after i signal them, imagine what you could do with that...

Dustp115 · 10-25-2007, 07:18 PM

I am willing to run 3 batteries in the back no problem I am not to worried about the voltage, cause I know how the wire the batts to make the 28 volts.. I am looking at the amps.. nearly 70 amps at 28 volts..I know the alt can charge the 3 batts at 70 amps if i upped the alt ..but what about actually pushing the 70 amps at 28 volts to the light itself..that would drain the batts faster than the alt could charge it right???

rowdy235 · 10-25-2007, 07:28 PM

If you upped the alt, I would think that you could run it. I would go with at least a 100 amp alt.

Edit: Here is a link to a H.O. Alternator source:
http://www.northwestoffroad.com/parts/alternators.html

Dustp115 · 10-25-2007, 07:38 PM

now my only concern is If I wire 3 bats in a series that makes 36 volts not 28 so it there a way I can step 36 down to 28 but still keep the 70 amps I need to run the god of all lights.

I mean its 1300 watts HEHE blows any 130 kc out of the water

96redtoy · 10-25-2007, 07:44 PM

keep us posted on what you do please

very cool light and what a steal

Tylerars24 · 10-25-2007, 10:25 PM

is it really necessary to have 1600w light that is worth $6000 on your truck?

It is really cool, but seriously.

I would sell it for w/e its worth, say $5000, and buy something that you'll get more use out of. Like a car, or better yet, get an old yota, build it.

edit:

if it turns out that if you sold it and would get jack , then effing sweet. blind everyone in your town when u hook it up. sweet

Justinvd · 10-25-2007, 10:32 PM

Haha thats unreal if you get that hooked up.I would imagine it would be a target for theives though.

superjoe83 · 10-25-2007, 10:54 PM

here are a few pics of the output of a similar light.....

link: http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/...d.php?t=92396&

96redtoy · 10-26-2007, 08:04 AM

holy crap ^

***Corey*** · 10-26-2007, 08:26 AM

I think I just found my new anti-tailgating weapon.

ocdropzone · 10-26-2007, 08:30 AM

That would be cool...PM Roger Brown aka: 4Crawler. I am sure that he could find a way.
Just run a separate Generator for it....100 bucks....I am jealous

Roboito · 10-26-2007, 08:37 AM

buy it buy it buy it!

even if the thing never even sees your truck thats an insane deal. you could buy it and instantly sell it on ebay and make alot of money

Turbo4Runner · 10-26-2007, 08:49 AM

lol that thing is crazy! Buy and it give it to me!

You should mount it on your top with remote operated controls. That would be sweet...

That thing is so bright its like a weapon, might as well mount it like one..

gilby4runner · 10-26-2007, 08:55 AM

the light in the pictures was a focused spot light... you wont have a light saber coming off the front of your truck...lol

OSU4Runner · 10-26-2007, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Corey

I think I just found my new anti-tailgating weapon.

OSU4Runner · 10-26-2007, 09:08 AM

That thing looks crazy!! What a deal.....I really don't think its worth putting on your truck, seems like alot of work for one light. Is there a way that you could make it a portable spot light? IMO, you should just try to sell it on ebay, then take the money and spend it on something more useful.

RunnerUp · 10-26-2007, 09:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Corey

I think I just found my new anti-tailgating weapon.

that is EXACTLY what i was thinking... they would think an alien was about to abduct them when you turned that thing on them!!!

infiltrator · 10-26-2007, 10:09 AM

that is sick lol!!!!!!
omg..

MEAN GREEN!!!!

**aviator** · 10-26-2007, 10:11 AM

Just get a 24V HO alt from a diesel truck it will put out the 28V you need when running and run a dual batt set-up so far as the 12V stuff goes you'd just need an isolator like they use for the 12V stuff in the truck cabs...
be careful though with a light like that it isint just the cops would could come down on you... the FAA and HS could get after you if you evera accidentally blinded a pilot flying or something...

10-25-2007, 06:56 PM	#2 (permalink)
TFJ-4runner Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Newnan, GA - Stillwater, OK Posts: 499	wow the visual imagery of what you could do with that. __________________ "If you refuse to stand behind our troops, then please...by all means feel free to stand in front of them." 1994 Toyota 4runner 4X4-

10-25-2007, 06:58 PM	#3 (permalink)
CJM Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Central NJ Posts: 4,561	If it runs off 12v it could work, gonna need a battery itself though to power it I assume. __________________ 96' T100 SR5 4x4, ISR mod, Custom ABS snorkel, KC 57's Hella optilux el cheapo backup lights. Cobra 19III CB, Firestick 4ft antenna, Bilstein shocks. Be polite. Be professional. But, have a plan to kill everyone you meet.

10-25-2007, 07:01 PM	#4 (permalink)
bballchrism Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: florida tallahasee Posts: 613	one guy at my dads work runs two aircraft lights he uses like 6 batteries and has to use a switch from a house but its super bright i don't know how he did it but it just seemed a little excessive to me and a little to much work but it is really cool __________________ 1985 4runner just painted Toyota red, marlin crawler bumper, bull bar, bikini top and 4 inch procomp lift, 33x12.5 bfg mt and black steelies

10-25-2007, 07:03 PM	#5 (permalink)
infiltrator Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Valencia, California Posts: 1,305	yeah, i think that might be a little too much... 6 batteries... poor poor alternator __________________ Old Rig: '95 4runner \| White \| ISR \| 193,000mi. \| Totalled.

10-25-2007, 07:14 PM	#6 (permalink)
rowdy235 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sweet Home, OR Posts: 1,562	you could get the needed voltage with 3 batteries. I would keep the under-hood one for starting, then run two battery's in the back for accessories, and then wire the three in series for the light. Of course, run an alternator lead to all 3, and you might as well up the alternator while your there. Really depends on what you are willing to do. __________________ The Daily Driver: 1998 Tacoma \| Regular Cab \| 4WD \| 2.7L \| 5-Speed Stick \| Mostly Stock The People-Hauler 1988 Grand Wagoneer \| SUV \| 4WD \| AMC 360 \| 3-Speed Auto \| All Stock The Dump Runner 1982 Pickup \| Regular Cab \| 2WD \| 22R \| 5-Speed Stick \| Custom Exhaust FER SALE! http://www.yotatech.com/f108/1982-sh.../#post51229916

10-25-2007, 07:16 PM	#7 (permalink)
apalmer1 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Bend, OR. Posts: 664	If i were you i would get some optima's bolt them all somewhere and wire them all in paralell, upgrade to a Mean Green alternator and put a toggle switch on the wire from the alt to the light batteries, then wire that light up and have at it. If you want to get the wiring or advice on the multiple batteries and the multiple outputs from the alternator im sure you could ask Painless Wiring for some assistance. I have fun turning my KC's on at people who refuse to turn their brights off at night even after i signal them, imagine what you could do with that... __________________ 04 taco, 3.4 5spd. loads of goodies, FZJ80 axle SAS in progress. 85 pickup, 327sbc, truggy, in progress. 86 mazda b2000 street queen haha. 92 mazda B2600i 4x4 absolutely mobs. 81 ford bronco drinks gas 90 mazda mx-5 all original. when in doubt, tach it out. Last edited by apalmer1; 10-25-2007 at 07:17 PM.

10-25-2007, 07:18 PM	#8 (permalink)
Dustp115 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 26	I am willing to run 3 batteries in the back no problem I am not to worried about the voltage, cause I know how the wire the batts to make the 28 volts.. I am looking at the amps.. nearly 70 amps at 28 volts..I know the alt can charge the 3 batts at 70 amps if i upped the alt ..but what about actually pushing the 70 amps at 28 volts to the light itself..that would drain the batts faster than the alt could charge it right??? __________________ 94 4runner v6 4wd 32 procomps Last edited by Dustp115; 10-25-2007 at 07:19 PM.

10-25-2007, 07:28 PM	#9 (permalink)
rowdy235 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Sweet Home, OR Posts: 1,562	If you upped the alt, I would think that you could run it. I would go with at least a 100 amp alt. Edit: Here is a link to a H.O. Alternator source: http://www.northwestoffroad.com/parts/alternators.html __________________ The Daily Driver: 1998 Tacoma \| Regular Cab \| 4WD \| 2.7L \| 5-Speed Stick \| Mostly Stock The People-Hauler 1988 Grand Wagoneer \| SUV \| 4WD \| AMC 360 \| 3-Speed Auto \| All Stock The Dump Runner 1982 Pickup \| Regular Cab \| 2WD \| 22R \| 5-Speed Stick \| Custom Exhaust FER SALE! http://www.yotatech.com/f108/1982-sh.../#post51229916 Last edited by rowdy235; 10-25-2007 at 07:31 PM.

10-25-2007, 07:38 PM	#10 (permalink)
Dustp115 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 26	now my only concern is If I wire 3 bats in a series that makes 36 volts not 28 so it there a way I can step 36 down to 28 but still keep the 70 amps I need to run the god of all lights. I mean its 1300 watts HEHE blows any 130 kc out of the water __________________ 94 4runner v6 4wd 32 procomps

10-25-2007, 10:25 PM	#12 (permalink)
Tylerars24 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: On top of your wife. Posts: 127	is it really necessary to have 1600w light that is worth $6000 on your truck? It is really cool, but seriously. I would sell it for w/e its worth, say $5000, and buy something that you'll get more use out of. Like a car, or better yet, get an old yota, build it. edit: if it turns out that if you sold it and would get jack , then effing sweet. blind everyone in your town when u hook it up. sweet __________________ pickup, sas, 63s, custom high-steer Last edited by Tylerars24; 10-25-2007 at 10:30 PM.

10-25-2007, 10:32 PM	#13 (permalink)
Justinvd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: B.C Posts: 736	Haha thats unreal if you get that hooked up.I would imagine it would be a target for theives though.

10-25-2007, 10:54 PM	#14 (permalink)
superjoe83 Contributing Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 1,870	here are a few pics of the output of a similar light..... link: http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/...d.php?t=92396& __________________ - Joe 1984 SR5 4runner, 22re, 5-speed, chevy 63"s, rears up front custom pack, BBCS shocks, 2" BL, 5.29's, welded rear, Detroit in front, Longfields, IFS Rear, 39.5x13.50x15 IROK's, Marlin's High Steer, MC07 with stock cases, Marlin's cross member, tube bumper, Warn XD9000, Allied Beadlocks 1999 Taco 2.7 5-speed, LCE Header, Jardine 2.25 Cat-Back, 3" Downey Coilover, 33x13.5 Toyo MT's, ARB Bull Bar, Retrofitted Acura TL HID Projectors with 50W ballasts and 50W DL50 Philips 3900k bulbs

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ocdropzone Contributing Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: PDX, OR Posts: 4,706	That would be cool...PM Roger Brown aka: 4Crawler. I am sure that he could find a way. Just run a separate Generator for it....100 bucks....I am jealous __________________ ~Robb '81 Trekker The B4Runner Build TREKKER Forum Mini FAQ/Misc Ideas Thread TRY THESE SEARCH LINKS GOOGLE FOR TOYOTA WEBSITES LINK TO ONLINE FACTORY SERVICE MANUALS Drive a real 1st Gen Wheel Responsibly, Don't Screw It Up for Others

10-26-2007, 08:37 AM	#18 (permalink)
Roboito Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Clemente Posts: 87	buy it buy it buy it! even if the thing never even sees your truck thats an insane deal. you could buy it and instantly sell it on ebay and make alot of money

10-26-2007, 08:49 AM	#19 (permalink)
Turbo4Runner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Denver, Co Posts: 254	lol that thing is crazy! Buy and it give it to me! You should mount it on your top with remote operated controls. That would be sweet... That thing is so bright its like a weapon, might as well mount it like one.. __________________ -Ben '87 4Runner, Turbo'd 22RE, CT26 @ 15psi, Worked Head/Cam/Valves, FMIC, 450cc injectors, MegaSquirt, SS IFS Truss, Manual Hub swap, 4.88 gears, Rear ARB, Front TruTrack, OME Shocks/Leafs, 1.5" BJ Spacers, 33" TrXus on black ProComp wheels.

10-26-2007, 09:08 AM	#22 (permalink)
OSU4Runner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Woodway, TX Posts: 1,336	That thing looks crazy!! What a deal.....I really don't think its worth putting on your truck, seems like alot of work for one light. Is there a way that you could make it a portable spot light? IMO, you should just try to sell it on ebay, then take the money and spend it on something more useful. __________________ 2006 Tacoma SR5 - Stock for now 2000 4Runner Limited 16x8 Pro Comp Steelies wrapped in 285/75R16 Pro Comp M/T'S~RB 2" Body Lift~SS 1.2 Lift~1st Gen Roll Bar~Surco Safari Rack~ Trail Gear Sliders~Deckplate Mod w/ True Flow~Satoshi Grille~Hayden 1678 Aux Cooler~Safari Snorkel and a bunch of other crap.....

10-26-2007, 10:09 AM	#24 (permalink)
infiltrator Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Valencia, California Posts: 1,305	that is sick lol!!!!!! omg.. MEAN GREEN!!!! __________________ Old Rig: '95 4runner \| White \| ISR \| 193,000mi. \| Totalled.

10-26-2007, 10:11 AM	#25 (permalink)
aviator Super Moderator Staff Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: COTKU,Ontario,Canada Posts: 7,469	Just get a 24V HO alt from a diesel truck it will put out the 28V you need when running and run a dual batt set-up so far as the 12V stuff goes you'd just need an isolator like they use for the 12V stuff in the truck cabs... be careful though with a light like that it isint just the cops would could come down on you... the FAA and HS could get after you if you evera accidentally blinded a pilot flying or something... __________________ Silver 1994 Hilux Xtra cab 4x4 3.0 K&N cone filter, ported MAF, advanced timing, oversize exhaust, free flow cat, "rumble" muffler custom covered SR5 seats, map lights, factory AC tv4184 style black interior conversion started mods to come... header, custom centre console, stereo upgrade tinted windows Founding member 1972TLC fan club - Get well soon Mary Toyota Hilux... Get in or Get out of the way.

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