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    best light for a blade

    which one is the best? prefer USA made!!! best place to get one?
    2022 z519 cup 225 merc 4s ser # 3B210484. 2--hds12 live units. 2 poles, atlas plate, ghost, hamby's, active target, merc digital gauges
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    We have Russell Marine instock ready to ship 10 percent off to BBC members.

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    Quote Originally Posted by KandKKustomz View Post
    We have Russell Marine instock ready to ship 10 percent off to BBC members.
    aren't they imported and plastic?
    2022 z519 cup 225 merc 4s ser # 3B210484. 2--hds12 live units. 2 poles, atlas plate, ghost, hamby's, active target, merc digital gauges
    2002 basscat pantera 3 (dad bought new) sold 8-2-22
    2000 stratos 20 ss (bought new) 200 hp Rude ficht great boat/motor sold 11-21
    pulled by a 2500HD Denali
    proud dad of an ARMY Captain
    MAGA
    ASE/GM Master tech before tools

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    Quote Originally Posted by mactlman View Post
    aren't they imported and plastic?
    They are yes they also the lowest priced option and a quality product that does the job as well as the #1 selling light. Its a light in a housing doesn't need to be overthought or overbuilt . Hydrilla has a light made with aluminum if you want to go the non plastic housing route, Henessey outdoors makes one as well. Cant say if the light used on either is 100 percent american made or not as I do not know. Most led lights are imported/sourced from a china supplier. These are the 3 options im aware of hope that helps.
    Last edited by KandKKustomz; 01-18-2023 at 11:34 AM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by mactlman View Post
    aren't they imported and plastic?
    IF ANY BBC MEMBERS WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE OUR ITEMS SIMPLY USE BBC30 AT CHECKOUT.

    This coupon code will provide 30% off of our LED, Spike Tips, and Bulkhead Plates.

    Our LED is all aluminum, fully sealed, Super Bright and carries a 3 year warranty to the original owner on all electrical components.


    Manufactured and assembled 15 mins from my shop here is South Florida.
    The LED and Driver are not a USA component.

    Free shipping and no sales tax to most states.


    https://hydrillagear.com/collections/hg-exclusives

    Any question please feel free.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hydrilla Gear View Post
    IF ANY BBC MEMBERS WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE OUR ITEMS SIMPLY USE BBC30 AT CHECKOUT.

    This coupon code will provide 30% off of our LED, Spike Tips, and Bulkhead Plates.

    Our LED is all aluminum, fully sealed, Super Bright and carries a 3 year warranty to the original owner on all electrical components.


    Manufactured and assembled 15 mins from my shop here is South Florida.
    The LED and Driver are not a USA component.

    Free shipping and no sales tax to most states.


    https://hydrillagear.com/collections/hg-exclusives

    Any question please feel free.
    Excellent product, highly recommend.

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    +1 on the Hydrilla Gear - overbuilt and bright! No flimsy plastic clamshell, no replacing the led that burns out yearly it seems on most RMP's.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 78Staff View Post
    +1 on the Hydrilla Gear - overbuilt and bright! No flimsy plastic clamshell, no replacing the led that burns out yearly it seems on most RMP's.
    using HG doesn't work for me so will look at the other two thanks
    2022 z519 cup 225 merc 4s ser # 3B210484. 2--hds12 live units. 2 poles, atlas plate, ghost, hamby's, active target, merc digital gauges
    2002 basscat pantera 3 (dad bought new) sold 8-2-22
    2000 stratos 20 ss (bought new) 200 hp Rude ficht great boat/motor sold 11-21
    pulled by a 2500HD Denali
    proud dad of an ARMY Captain
    MAGA
    ASE/GM Master tech before tools

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    Quote Originally Posted by mactlman View Post
    using HG doesn't work for me so will look at the other two thanks
    10 Percent off the RMP light to BBC members should you choose to go that route.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 78Staff View Post
    no replacing the led that burns out yearly it seems on most RMP's.
    3 years on mine zero failure, free replacement on bulbs if it did happen

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    Thank you guys for the props and continued support.

    I love when I hear my LED or any of my products in general are over built, over thought, over engineered....

    In my opinion it means we simply built it right to begin with. We design and build products to the best of our ability in order to make them last.


    It's not by coincidence that my LED design fits ALL Power Pole and RAPTOR shallow water anchor systems.


    If anyone has any questions please do not hesitate to reach out.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hydrilla Gear View Post
    It's not by coincidence that my LED design fits ALL Power Pole and RAPTOR shallow water anchor systems.
    gotta give props where props are due... Would have to agree smart engineering indeed.
    Last edited by KandKKustomz; 01-20-2023 at 11:17 AM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by KandKKustomz View Post
    gotta give props where props are due... Would have to agree smart engineering indeed.
    pricing doesn't show up on website for the blade light?
    Last edited by mactlman; 01-21-2023 at 10:52 AM.
    2022 z519 cup 225 merc 4s ser # 3B210484. 2--hds12 live units. 2 poles, atlas plate, ghost, hamby's, active target, merc digital gauges
    2002 basscat pantera 3 (dad bought new) sold 8-2-22
    2000 stratos 20 ss (bought new) 200 hp Rude ficht great boat/motor sold 11-21
    pulled by a 2500HD Denali
    proud dad of an ARMY Captain
    MAGA
    ASE/GM Master tech before tools

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    Quote Originally Posted by mactlman View Post
    pricing doesn't show up on website for the blade light?
    there 107.00 free shipping no tax to BBC members

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    Quote Originally Posted by mactlman View Post
    using HG doesn't work for me so will look at the other two thanks
    ??

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    I looked at both but chose the RMP light. Cost and RMP backs there products.
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    Quote Originally Posted by BMCD View Post
    I looked at both but chose the RMP light. Cost and RMP backs there products.

    Pretty sure all 3 brands are standing behind there products if needed. Would hate to have this post come across as miss leading to those who read it.

    If price point is the deciding factor then the end user is not going to choose my product and I am clearly ok with this.
    I am well aware that we are on the higher end of the market. None of my products are cheap in any aspect. If my products were built overseas then I am sure this unit would be 1/4th the price. I simply refuse to go over seas with any of my products.
    Out selling other brands is not part of the equation for me. There will always be a market for those who want a quality product. Anyone who purchases a Hydrilla Gear branded product should know that the item they have is going to last for years and will is always backed by our warranty if needed.
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    the Hennessey is USA made and a medium price point and looks like the best one overall??
    2022 z519 cup 225 merc 4s ser # 3B210484. 2--hds12 live units. 2 poles, atlas plate, ghost, hamby's, active target, merc digital gauges
    2002 basscat pantera 3 (dad bought new) sold 8-2-22
    2000 stratos 20 ss (bought new) 200 hp Rude ficht great boat/motor sold 11-21
    pulled by a 2500HD Denali
    proud dad of an ARMY Captain
    MAGA
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    Quote Originally Posted by mactlman View Post
    the Hennessey is USA made and a medium price point and looks like the best one overall??
    Personal opinion and definitely debatable. Pretty sure the lens used on this light is 3rd party. It looks to be used on many marine light fixtures which are produced overseas. I do know I can order that lens or what looks like the same exact replacement lens right out of a catalogue.

    Again to each there own. Glad yo found a LED that fits your needs

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    RMP one sucks in my opinion. Have the newer one, worked for a couple months, works intermittently… going to maybe try hydrilla gear one

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