LED trailer lights / Non LED lights on tow vehicle

[james kent]

Originally Posted by Kevin K

Only reason I want to change to LED's because they are usually brighter than stock bulbs.

So why doesnt everyone that changes their trailer lights change their tow's lights too? My stock tail lights are as bright as the lights on the tow because I keep the metal reflector plates behind the trailer bulbs polished and mirror shiny. Many owners let these plates deteriorate or get dirty from road grime, which diminishes the lamps effectiveness.

I totally agree with DonDeutsch. What's to drain the battery when the engine, the alternator, and the battery are operating together to produce more than enough electricity to operate all your lights? S