Is there a way to keep foglamps on with highbeams?

JoeCool6972 · 03-19-2009, 09:40 PM

I tried to search and found nothing. On my 07 Explorer sport trac when I turn on the high beams, the foglamps go OFF. I would like to have them stay on. Is there a way to do this? I dunno why Ford designed it that way, seems it would be better to have both on.

hazmat456 · 03-19-2009, 09:46 PM

yes

hazmat456 · 03-19-2009, 09:48 PM

search foglight mod

JoeCool6972 · 03-20-2009, 07:24 AM

OK, guess I searched for the wrong thing, I called them foglamps and came up with nothing. For future reference I am linking the 'FOGLIGHT MOD" search to this topic:

http://http://www.explorerforum.com/...archid=3406847

I will try the relay mod, as wiring appears to be similar to mine, and post results...

*Joe Dirt* · 03-20-2009, 08:07 AM

Be sure to check local laws though- the reason they designed them that way is becasue in most states, it is illegal to have them on at the same time.

Bill Kemp · 03-20-2009, 01:20 PM

Joe, Who would ever know? Since its is illegal to have your high beams on when approaching traffic.
Besides, i'm not too sure it is illegal anywhere.

JoeCool6972 · 03-20-2009, 09:27 PM

Well, that way of modding the relay (Mustang link) won't work on mine as not wired the same...

*celly* · 03-20-2009, 09:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bill Kemp

Joe, Who would ever know? Since its is illegal to have your high beams on when approaching traffic.

Precisely.

I love this mod and it was so simple on my '99.

*Joe Dirt* · 03-20-2009, 11:11 PM

I'm not trying to be a downer, just relaying info. <hiding now>

bggb29 · 08-16-2009, 05:40 PM

it is illegal in mass. to drive with fog lights on unless the weather is inclement. My nephew was pulled over for it. It sounded like an excuse to stop a kid on a Friday night. So I asked a friend of mine who is a state trooper, he confirmed there is a law. Also said that he was not surprised he was pulled over " they are looking to stop anything with a pulse" on friday night for a excuse to check for drinking

edlmann · 08-21-2009, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoeCool6972

http://http://www.explorerforum.com/...archid=3406847

bad link

drbombay · 08-21-2009, 08:17 PM

Where I am it is illegal to have fog or auxiliary driving lights operating when the high beams are on unless off road. Fog lights are most effective when used with low beams and if you ever had someone not dim when approaching you ( and you have!! ) imagine if they had a few million more candle power aimed your way.

03-19-2009, 09:40 PM	#1
JoeCool6972 Wannabe Elite Explorer where ever I may roam... 2007 Sport Trac XLT Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,092 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Is there a way to keep foglamps on with highbeams? I tried to search and found nothing. On my 07 Explorer sport trac when I turn on the high beams, the foglamps go OFF. I would like to have them stay on. Is there a way to do this? I dunno why Ford designed it that way, seems it would be better to have both on. __________________

03-19-2009, 09:46 PM	#2
hazmat456 Wannabe Elite Explorer tomah wi 1997 mercury mountaineer Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 191 Vehicle Specs	yes __________________ matt 1997 mercury mountaineer 5.0 31"s 2004 cavalier LS sport 1996 dodge ram 1500 sport 5.9 magnum 23krs keystone outback "toy-hauler"

03-19-2009, 09:48 PM	#3
hazmat456 Wannabe Elite Explorer tomah wi 1997 mercury mountaineer Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 191 Vehicle Specs	search foglight mod __________________ matt 1997 mercury mountaineer 5.0 31"s 2004 cavalier LS sport 1996 dodge ram 1500 sport 5.9 magnum 23krs keystone outback "toy-hauler"

03-20-2009, 07:24 AM	#4
JoeCool6972 Wannabe Elite Explorer where ever I may roam... 2007 Sport Trac XLT Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,092 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	OK, guess I searched for the wrong thing, I called them foglamps and came up with nothing. For future reference I am linking the 'FOGLIGHT MOD" search to this topic: http://http://www.explorerforum.com/...archid=3406847 I will try the relay mod, as wiring appears to be similar to mine, and post results... __________________

03-20-2009, 01:20 PM	#6
Bill Kemp Elite Moderator Emeritus Greenville, MI 98 Mountaineer 5.0 AWD Join Date: Apr 2000 Posts: 5,211 Vehicle Specs	Joe, Who would ever know? Since its is illegal to have your high beams on when approaching traffic. Besides, i'm not too sure it is illegal anywhere. __________________ Bill Kemp Mods to come..... 07 Lincoln MKX Clones are people two.

03-20-2009, 09:27 PM	#7
JoeCool6972 Wannabe Elite Explorer where ever I may roam... 2007 Sport Trac XLT Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 1,092 Vehicle Specs (Original Poster)	Well, that way of modding the relay (Mustang link) won't work on mine as not wired the same... __________________

08-16-2009, 05:40 PM	#10
bggb29 Wannabe Elite Explorer Spencer,Ma. 97 XLT v8 2000 EB v6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 3 Vehicle Specs	it is illegal in mass. to drive with fog lights on unless the weather is inclement. My nephew was pulled over for it. It sounded like an excuse to stop a kid on a Friday night. So I asked a friend of mine who is a state trooper, he confirmed there is a law. Also said that he was not surprised he was pulled over " they are looking to stop anything with a pulse" on friday night for a excuse to check for drinking

08-21-2009, 08:17 PM	#12
drbombay Wannabe Elite Explorer 03 xlt Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 26 Vehicle Specs	Where I am it is illegal to have fog or auxiliary driving lights operating when the high beams are on unless off road. Fog lights are most effective when used with low beams and if you ever had someone not dim when approaching you ( and you have!! ) imagine if they had a few million more candle power aimed your way.