My husband got the smoked cathedral taillights for his Cadillac Escalade esv 2008 but got stuck on the part where you showed the two different connections. But thanks to this video he now knows where to connect them. Lets see if it works out for him. 🤞
I had a cracked tail light on the '07 Escalade so eventually had to do something about it. Decided to go with the new style units. These things have to be the biggest tail lights ever made for a production vehicle -- 41" top to bottom. My only complaint is that the turn signal LED's are red whereas the OEM's are yellow on the 2015's and newer. Otherwise I love them! Definitely worth it and the install was piece of cake easy -- plug and play!
I just changed from the smoked-lens cathedral tail lamps to the clear lamps. The 'old' smoked set (August 2021) developed an issue with the tall passenger side element not illuminating in unison with the shorter stack of LEDs when using the turn signal. The red light illuminating with these clear lamps (installed July 2022) is really dramatic in the daytime in ambient light. Very pleased with the new, clear lamps. *edit The effect of the clear lamps when they illuminate at night is something that has to be seen to be appreciated. It's really very nice.
Did you have to remove the GM grommets ( where metal tabs go in on factory tail lights ) to get these new ones to seat flush? I have had 2 sets of these and both pair the passenger tail light had gaps on top and bottom so I was wondering if this might have been the issue. I did not remove grommets thought.
I live in Germany and have a 2012 “euro spec” Escalade. Meaning they have amber/yellow blinkers. These lights are only available in the us with red blinkers. Does somebody have any experience if they still work on a euro spec Escalade? I love the way they look but am kinda hesitant to buy them.
I just got my plug and play lights I do have a problem my Escalade plug under bumper is 6 prongs my lights that came are 5 prongs what can I do to solve this problem I appreciate every input
I ordered some and i see they have the harnesses plug that goes underneath and there is another small plug that is a 2 prong. Do you know where that goes?
The new wires came installed on the new lights and the bulb was unplugged. And it is plug in play, you have to remove the the old extension from under the bumper and plug the new longer wires with the new tail lights directly into the wire harness under the bumper. It should make sense if you have the new lights. Or maybe different companies wire them different? Thats just the way these came and were installed.
@robnolli9299 ooohhhh...thanks for the clarification...I just installed mine yesterday after watching your video and was wondering why all these extra steps...hahah...but mine came with tye wires all installed...thanks again for the great video!!!
I saw that your old light bulb comes with the square plug just like mine. And in the new one comes the purple rectangle plug. did you have to buy an adapter?
Not sure, it was a while ago. But we live in Fl and get alot of sun and they still look perfect. They were around $400 for the pair when i made the video.
@@BLK86SS lol I drive a tow truck and that word and I've come to find out that word "should" is a very safe word to use. "Should" means 50 50 in my eyes
4th gen taillights look hilarious on the 3rd gen because it doesn’t take into account that you’re putting thin long taillights on arguably the bulkiest and fattest looking Escalade. It just doesn’t work and looks very odd and silly when you see them on the road.
That makes no sense it's a Cadillac and that's how Thier taillights been forever why not put them on the truck it looks stupid on tahoes and Yukons and u noticed the new Escalades put them on their now cause everyone is doing it 🤔
Looks great! I put them on my 2010 Cadillac Escalade and I love them! Great job!
My husband got the smoked cathedral taillights for his Cadillac Escalade esv 2008 but got stuck on the part where you showed the two different connections. But thanks to this video he now knows where to connect them. Lets see if it works out for him. 🤞
Great video. Thanks.
Also you have 2 really nice Caddys there.
Thanks
Hell of a Step up with the overall look
WAY BETTER, AND SELL YOUR OLD ONES ON EBAY TO RECOUPE SOME OF YOUR COSTS.
I had a cracked tail light on the '07 Escalade so eventually had to do something about it. Decided to go with the new style units. These things have to be the biggest tail lights ever made for a production vehicle -- 41" top to bottom. My only complaint is that the turn signal LED's are red whereas the OEM's are yellow on the 2015's and newer. Otherwise I love them! Definitely worth it and the install was piece of cake easy -- plug and play!
I just changed from the smoked-lens cathedral tail lamps to the clear lamps. The 'old' smoked set (August 2021) developed an issue with the tall passenger side element not illuminating in unison with the shorter stack of LEDs when using the turn signal.
The red light illuminating with these clear lamps (installed July 2022) is really dramatic in the daytime in ambient light. Very pleased with the new, clear lamps.
*edit The effect of the clear lamps when they illuminate at night is something that has to be seen to be appreciated. It's really very nice.
I agree
Do you happen to remember where you got these and how have they held up?
I believe i got them on Ebay for around $400 and no issues. The still work and look new.
Did you have to remove the GM grommets ( where metal tabs go in on factory tail lights ) to get these new ones to seat flush? I have had 2 sets of these and both pair the passenger tail light had gaps on top and bottom so I was wondering if this might have been the issue. I did not remove grommets thought.
I did not remove them and i have a gap at the top as well.
Looks excellent. I'm going to try this
Its a great upgrade.
I live in Germany and have a 2012 “euro spec” Escalade. Meaning they have amber/yellow blinkers. These lights are only available in the us with red blinkers. Does somebody have any experience if they still work on a euro spec Escalade? I love the way they look but am kinda hesitant to buy them.
I would assume they would still work?
I would assume someone makes the correct one?
Very cool, we have a cts wagon and are looking for that gen Escalade. Wanted matching taillights 😎
Yes, we have both the wagon and just picked up a 2015 escalade.
I just got my plug and play lights I do have a problem my Escalade plug under bumper is 6 prongs my lights that came are 5 prongs what can I do to solve this problem I appreciate every input
Not sure? Thats odd? I would contact the seller.
Hi can I replace the LED tail/break light bulb?
Yes, b ut it was not part of the new lights.
I just changed mines but my reverse light always stays ON ,can someone help me please?
Thats a new one?
I ordered some and i see they have the harnesses plug that goes underneath and there is another small plug that is a 2 prong. Do you know where that goes?
No, sorry. That was installed years ago.I dont remember, but it was obvious when taken apart.
mine fit but will not plug in to the pig tail
maybe a different year?
Can you give me the link we’re you ordered them
Its so long ago, i dont know.
What were u connecting?...why are all those wires pulled out?...it shoupd be just a pug in....I'm confused
...and i said plug in the bulb....for what?
The new wires came installed on the new lights and the bulb was unplugged. And it is plug in play, you have to remove the the old extension from under the bumper and plug the new longer wires with the new tail lights directly into the wire harness under the bumper. It should make sense if you have the new lights. Or maybe different companies wire them different? Thats just the way these came and were installed.
@robnolli9299 ooohhhh...thanks for the clarification...I just installed mine yesterday after watching your video and was wondering why all these extra steps...hahah...but mine came with tye wires all installed...thanks again for the great video!!!
Can the bulbs in these lights be changed ?
I believe so.
Where do you get them from. Thanks
bay
ebay
Thank you. I'm gonna do this to my 2013
Its a nice upgrade, i had a cracked tail light so i had to change mine.
What u use to paint the chrome on tail gate??
Plastidip
I saw that your old light bulb comes with the square plug just like mine. And in the new one comes the purple rectangle plug. did you have to buy an adapter?
I did not, it sounds like you have the wrong bulb?
Actually, our did come with the adapter needed. At first i didn't notice it, almost through it away.
@@BLK86SS Cool. I'm taking it to a mechanic, I think I must be doing something wrong.
My the principal tail gate is burn how I can replace
I dont understand
How's the overall fit and finish? Noticed any leaking into the housings yet? Thanks
Great, no complaints. But it is parked in the garage most of the time.
Does it matter if the say esv will they still fit ?
It does not mater. They will fit.
Can I use oem ones from a 2015?
No. thats a different body style.
@@BLK86SS which ones should I be looking for then?
Look up upgraded tail lights for your year make and model
Where did you get the wiring?
It came with everything necessary to install
Where did you get them . . . BRAND Name.. PLEASE ?????? & Price
I dont remember it was a while ago. They were $400. Still no problems with them
Whats the company name you bought them from
Not sure, it was a while ago. But we live in Fl and get alot of sun and they still look perfect. They were around $400 for the pair when i made the video.
These look great. Would you post/share the brand & part # of this set? Thanks!
LED Tail Lights For Cadillac Escalade 2007-2014 Rear Lamp 2016 Version Assembly
I have a 2011 escalade esv platinum. Will this conversion work on esv?
Yes, it should be the same.
@@BLK86SS lol I drive a tow truck and that word and I've come to find out that word "should" is a very safe word to use. "Should" means 50 50 in my eyes
Unpopular opinion but I like the old ones better
Where’d you buy yours
Ebay $400 for the pair
4th gen taillights look hilarious on the 3rd gen because it doesn’t take into account that you’re putting thin long taillights on arguably the bulkiest and fattest looking Escalade. It just doesn’t work and looks very odd and silly when you see them on the road.
I like the old style lights better
I had cracked one so i had to replace them.
@robnolli9299 yeah that just happened to me this friday right side rear cracked but i ordered same 2007 rear light still enjoyed video
looks like a wanna be 4th gen i own a 3rd gen and i will never disrespect it with those tail lights
🤦♂️you shouldn't....whats next ? Bentley emblems
Lol
How do you change the signal light, my left signal is going out if anyone can help it would be great
@@michealmiles9606 you gotta buy a whole new tail light
That makes no sense it's a Cadillac and that's how Thier taillights been forever why not put them on the truck it looks stupid on tahoes and Yukons and u noticed the new Escalades put them on their now cause everyone is doing it 🤔
@@tkong35still stupid