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Before You Buy: Best Headlights For 2011-2016 Super Dutys!

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Posted by Corey Decker on 11/14/2021 to Before you Buy
If you're in the process of taking your 2011-2016 F250 or F350 to the next level, some headlights should be on the build plan. The right set of headlights can add an aggressive edge to your truck but also help create greater visibility on the roadways, making it much safer to drive in any condition. That's all well and good but you may be asking yourself questions like "Where do I start?", "What is the best?". The answer to those luckily can be found right here. Though "best" is an extremely subjective term so instead of making this post about just one supreme set of headlights that outshines all other headlights, it's best to break it up a bit. So it will be broken up into; best bang for your buck, best budget set of headlights, and of course best overall. So let's separate it into a couple of different areas and the best headlights in those areas.
2011-2016 F250 & F350 ANZO U-Bar Projector Headlights (Black/Clear)

Best Budget Headlights For 11-16 Super Dutys

The first "best" category to take a look at would be best budget. These are going to be headlights that can provide a serious upgrade without worrying about breaking the bank. The first to look at would be the highly-rated, 2011-2016 F250 & F350 ANZO U-Bar Projector Headlights (Black/Clear). These Projector U-Bar Style Headlights from ANZO come in a stylish clear lens with black backing that fits perfectly as an OEM replacement for the factory headlights in your Super Duty. U-Bar headlights from ANZO get their name from their unique LED bars that wrap around the headlight's dual lenses in an awesome U-shape design that gives them a much more distinct and aggressive look than traditional round halos. On top of the U-bars, these headlights also feature a low-beam projector lens and a high-beam reflector lens that replace your truck's stock reflectors for greater lighting potential and help give your truck an aggressive look. There are also the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 ANZO Switchback U-Bar Projector Headlights (Black/Amber) or 2011-2016 F250 & F350 ANZO U-Bar Projector Headlights (Chrome/Clear) should you want a different option style-wise with the same basic headlight structure. Another one to take a look at for this category would be the 2011-2016 Super Duty Recon Projector Headlights (Clear / Chrome). This pair of complete RECON headlights are specifically designed to be high-quality lighting solutions for Super Duty owners. Each headlight is based around a low beam projector lens and high beam reflector housing that provides up to 40% more light in a more efficient beam pattern than their factory counterparts. each pair of RECON projector headlights comes with pre-installed bulbs and are designed as direct drop-in replacements for the stock headlights of 2011-2016 Super Dutys that use the factory mounts and hardware.
2011-2016 F250 & F350 ANZO U-Bar Projector Headlights (Black/Clear)

Best "Bang-For-Your-Buck" Headlights For 11-16 Super Dutys

This section is not necessarily the cheapest option pricewise, but something that you can spend a fair price for and get a ton out of. One product to take a look at would be the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 Super Duty AlphaRex Luxx-Series LED Projector Headlights Chrome. Their innovative look includes specially-designed projectors that help give your Super Duty a sharp, crisp, and extremely bright beam pattern that is far more effective than the factory halogen headlights and bulbs. These headlights also include a switchback DRL, sequential signal light, and an activation light feature which means that the sequential lights light up in a light show when you unlock your truck. The headlights are also nestled in chrome housing that gives your truck a sharp look that works well with chrome accessories. If you want a more aggressive-looking setup then you can get the same features but in black housing with the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 Super Duty AlphaRex Luxx-Series LED Projector Headlights Midnight Black. Another set of headlights to take a look at would be the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 Spyder LED Platinum Black Projector Headlights. Spyder created these headlights to feature LED bulb technology directly into their stylish housing to help the longevity of their products. The LEDs in these headlights are advertised to have low energy consumption and long service life. To keep the costs lower, it's important to note that the Platinum series features an LED for low beams and a regular halogen for high beams. This helps keep the cost competitive on this particular line but also promotes greater visibility thanks to the LEDs. There is also reduced heat build-up, no maintenance or cleaning costs, and Spyder also stands behind them with a 2-Year Warranty. Another good one for this particular category would be the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 Morimoto XB Hybrid LED Headlights. These headlights utilize a combination of both LED & incandescent bulbs which in turn create greater visibility on the roadways on and off-road. Morimoto created the hybrid highlights that have a powerful, wide, and bright beam pattern that is designed to meet & exceed all SAE, DOT, and FMVSS108 regulations when aimed properly. The design of these headlights uses top-of-the-line OEM-grade housing, the same optics for the DRL and it comes with a five-year warranty from Morimoto so all your bases are covered in a cost-effective package. These headlights are also durable and sustainable because they are created with UV-coated poly-carbonate lenses and PPS plastic housing which is much stronger and more lightweight than comparable alternatives. Lastly, if you want to take a peek at an entire kit that provides fantastic "bang-for-your" buck take a look at the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 ANZO Black/Smoked LED Lighting Package (seen below). We've put together this ANZO LED Lighting Package to help you take out the guesswork and achieve that custom style all in one kit. From the headlights and tail lights to a 3rd brake light as well as your side mirror markers, we have your truck covered in a uniquely stylish combination of LED and halogen-based lighting system that is guaranteed to make sure you stand out from the rest. All of these lights were designed specifically for your Super Duty as OEM replacements that are easy to install and provide exact fitment. Each of the lights in this kit contains the latest technology in automotive lighting solutions to give your truck an aggressive and modern look while remaining DOT-compliant and street legal for maximum safety.
2011-2016 F250 & F350 AlphaRex Luxx-Series LED Projector Headlights Midnight Black

Best Overall Headlights For 11-16 Super Dutys

This particular section is for like the Rolls Royce or Ritz Carlton of headlights, these are the best overall without even looking at how much they cost. The first one to take a look at for this category would be the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 Morimoto XB LED Headlights. These headlights utilize LED lights that are a lot brighter than the normal halogens that come stock. These headlights offer more safety and security than the normal stock headlights because of the amount of range they cover. Each light produces an extremely powerful 2,600 raw lumens for incredible on and off-road visibility, making sure you see any sort of danger before it becomes a problem. The design features a parallel row of amber LEDs surrounding the perimeter of the white DRL, running in sequence around the outer vertical edge of the housings. If preferred, the amber LEDs can also be set up to run as solid on/off style signals too. The headlights are rated IP67 waterproof for all-weather durability. These headlights are DOT and SAE approved for street use. They are also very easy to install and come highly rated by customers that have purchased these. Another contender for best overall would be the 2011-2016 F250 & F350 AlphaRex Nova Series Alpha-Black LED Projector Headlights. Their innovative look includes eight specially-designed projectors that help give your Super Duty a sharp, crisp, and extremely bright beam pattern that is far more effective than the factory halogen headlights and bulbs. These specialty high-powered projectors are framed by an LED bar that serves as daytime running and signal lights to help you on and off-road while also giving your Super Duty a unique and aggressive exterior upgrade. The four projectors are arranged in sets of two situated on the top and bottom of AlphaRex's signature amber lens signal light. With each set of two projectors comes a specific purpose, the bottom set of two is for high beam, while the top set of two is for low beam. These headlights are matte black which helps give your truck a more sporty and aggressive look that works directly with other black exterior parts or trim packages. AlphaRex includes polycarbonate plastic lenses that are covered in two layers of an anti-fogging agent, making for better light output in extreme weather and protection against yellowing and oxidation. These headlights are compliant with SAE and DOT FMVSS108 regulations and are also certified to ISO-9000, ISO-9001, and ISO-9002. Installation of these headlights fits directly where your stock headlights go for an easier process and noticeable improvement. AlphaRex created these headlights with a unique module that helps the LED bar work as a true daytime running light and turn signal while utilizing your Super Duty's OEM headlight setup. The previously mentioned product is all black, but these lights also are available in 2011-2016 F250 & F350 AlphaRex Nova Series Chrome LED Projector Headlights and 2011-2016 F250 & F350 AlphaRex Nova Series Black LED Projector Headlights. Anything in this category is considered very top of the line and comes highly rated.
2011-2016 F250 & F350 Super Duty Morimoto XB LED Headlights
Headlights are usually among the first things people notice in a build if they've been upgraded. They are something that can make or break a build but is also something that can be one of the most useful upgrades that one can purchase. It's important to be sure to read each listing carefully to make sure fitment is correct to your vehicle down to whatever headlights came stock on your truck. Whatever you choose to upgrade your truck with, you can bet it is made with high-quality materials from a reputable brand, or else we would not have them available here at Stage 3 Motorsports.

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