This decision is still open. 3 options are being compared, nothing has been ordered, and no manufacturer has been committed to. Where one option is marked as currently leaning, that's a preference at this stage — not a decision.
XB red-lens taillights
Currently leaning
Morimoto
Researching
Current preference — no decision made
Why this option
Red-lens design was chosen specifically to avoid the smoked/tinted look, keeping factory-legible lighting rather than a styling-first tint job. Fitment 2021+ F-150.
Photography
Bench photo once it arrives
As delivered
Added after fitting
Installed
Added once it's been lived with
In use
What it actually cost
Not purchased yet — no cost recorded.
Cost, installation notes, and a verdict will be added here once this part is bought and fitted.
PRO / LUXX series LED taillights
AlphaRex
Researching
Why this option
Direct competitor to the Morimoto XB with similar build quality and a wider range of lens finishes.
Where it currently stands
Most of the range leans smoked or blacked-out. The red lens was a deliberate call to keep the lighting factory-legible rather than tinted.
What it actually cost
Not purchased yet — no cost recorded.
Cost, installation notes, and a verdict will be added here once this part is bought and fitted.
Factory Gen 3 Raptor taillights
Ford (OEM)
Researching
Why this option
Factory fit, factory function, and correct for a Raptor conversion.
Where it currently stands
The truck already has functioning OEM lamps. Spending OEM money to end up visually where it started doesn't earn its place.
What it actually cost
Not purchased yet — no cost recorded.
Cost, installation notes, and a verdict will be added here once this part is bought and fitted.
Vehicle this applies to
Fitment notes here are specific to this truck's configuration. Check yours before ordering.
Vehicle
2023 Ford F-150 Tremor
Engine
5.0L V8
Cab
SuperCrew
Bed
5.5 ft
Rear axle
3.73
Factory options
Adaptive cruise, moonroof
Target tire size
35 in
Tow load
6,500 lb Airstream
Front end
Full OEM Raptor conversion planned
Parts fitment
Gen 3 Raptor spec
Title
Salvage — rear impact, both headlights, rear leaf springs