Larson Electronics 2018 Ford F150 w/ Strobe Lights - No-Drill Rooftop Mounting Bracket - 24" x 8" 3rd Brake Light Magnetic Plate

Made in TexasIncrease your vehicle visibility, and reduce accidents and rooftop damage to your truck by easily installing our MMP-F150-2018-STRB lightweight third brake mounting plate. The rooftop mounting plate requires absolutely no drilling to install while supporting lights of up to 30 lbs. This mounting bracket attaches to the third brake light OEM location making it the perfect choice for the Ford F-150 non-magnetized aluminum body. This MMP-F150-2018-STRB features an aluminum bracket with a 24" by 8" magnetic steel mounting surface. The lightweight aluminum mounting plate is compatible with the 2018 Ford F-150 aluminum body pickup trucks with factory strobe lights installed, offering operators and fleet vehicles a convenient mounting location for any magnetic light, equipment or application weighing up to 30 lbs.*PLEASE NOTE: BEFORE CALLING TO ORDER, YOU WILL NEED TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE'S YEAR, MAKE, MODEL, AND IF YOUR VEHICLE HAS AN INCANDESCENT OR LED THIRD BRAKE LIGHT. THERE IS NOTHING WE CAN LOOK UP TO HELP YOU DETERMINE THIS. YOU NEED TO LOOK AT THE LIGHT AND SEE IF THERE ARE LITTLE ROUND BULBS (INCANDESCENT) OR LITTLE SQUARE LED CHIPS. WE CANNOT FINISH YOUR ORDER WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION. VERIFY LAMP TYPE BEFORE CALLING.*The MMP-F150-2018-STRB is constructed in Texas from a durable aluminum frame with aluminum brackets and steel for the mounting plate surface. This mounting plate is especially designed for the 2018 Ford F-150 aluminum body pickup trucks with factory strobe lights installed. The lightweight aluminum plate offers operators a sturdy and reliable platform to deploy magnetic mounted lights or equipment of any type (requires magnetic base on equipment), up to 30 lbs., on the top of their truck for optimal performance. The MMP-F150-2018-STRB is installed via the rear cab lights, has a weatherproof seal on the back side for a secure, and dry installation that helps protect against scratches to the body of the truck. The mounting plate requires absolutely no drilling for installation, and the CNC manufacturing process provides perfect fitment like OEM products. The aerodynamic design of the MMP-F150-2018-STRB is engineered to support wind-loads seen at highway speeds. This rooftop mount is powder coated for added durability, car-wash safe, and offered in a black, white, or grey finish.Click image to EnlargeClick image to EnlargeAluminum Body is Not MagneticMMP-F150-2018 Steel Plate is MagneticThe MMP series of vehicle mounting plates from Larson Electronics features an aluminum bracket and a steel top plate that is bolted onto the aluminum bracket. The aluminum bracket is mounted to the truck using the 3rd brake light to secure it to the vehicle. The steel plate is bolted to the top of the aluminum bracket. This steel plate allows for mounting equipment with magnetic bases to the steel plate. Magnets require a ferrous metal for the magnet to "stick" to the surface. Aluminum is a non-ferrous metal so a magnet will not pull or be "attracted" to the aluminum. The steel top plate is a ferrous metal, and a magnet will be "attracted" to this plate, pulling the equipment to the steel. This does not make the entire truck magnetic. This does allow for mounting equipment with built-in magnets to be secured to the vehicle. In the case of late model Ford trucks, the body is made out of aluminum, preventing the use of magnetically mounting equipment to the truck without the use of this mounting bracket.Features: Absolutely NO drilling to install, functional for fleet vehicles, attaches to third brake light OEM location, weatherproof gasket, car-wash safe, lightweight aluminum structure with steel magnetic mounting surface, powder coated, comes in different colors, supports up to a 30 lb. magnetic light or structure, and safe for highway speeds. The MMP-F150-2018-STRB eliminates damage to your truck caused by rust, scratches, exposed wires, leaks, drilling holes and doesn't lower the resell value of your vehicle. The NO drill feature is great for leased trucks, eliminating rooftop damage with penalties associated with making modifications to the vehicle. This rooftop plate does not require any drilling to install; however, if desired to install this mount for other intended uses, it can be drilled for different mounting purposes.Color OptionsWhiteGreyBlack*PLEASE NOTE: BEFORE CALLING TO ORDER, YOU WILL NEED TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE'S YEAR, MAKE, MODEL, AND IF YOUR VEHICLE HAS AN INCANDESCENT OR LED THIRD BRAKE LIGHT. THERE IS NOTHING WE CAN LOOK UP TO HELP YOU DETERMINE THIS. YOU NEED TO LOOK AT THE LIGHT AND SEE IF THERE ARE LITTLE ROUND BULBS (INCANDESCENT) OR LITTLE SQUARE LED CHIPS. WE CANNOT FINISH YOUR ORDER WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION. VERIFY LAMP TYPE BEFORE CALLING.*Installation: The MMP-F150-2018-STRB is easy to install and requires absolutely NO drilling. This mounting plate installs through the 3rd brake light on 2018 Ford F150 pickup trucks, between the body of the truck cab and the light. Operators simply remove their 3rd brake light, position the pre-cut mounting bracket and reinstall the light through the bracket with new mounting hardware included with purchase. Wiring can be ran into the cab of the truck by cutting a slit on the bottom side the gasket and inserting cable into the cab.The installation kit includes two toggle bolts and longer mounting bolts for the 3rd brake light. The toggle bolts are required to secure the mount to the vehicle body. The longer bolts are intended to replace the factory installed mounting bolts to account for the addition of the mounting bracket and gasket that is being installed between the cab and the light. When installed properly, there is no vibration or rattling of the mount when the vehicle is in use. The toggle bolts support the extra weight and secure the mount to the vehicle. The aerodynamic design of the front of the mount prevents any associated whistling or added road noise that may be seen with other mounting brackets.3rd Brake Light Camera Option: Having a bed camera in the 3rd brake light (NOT in the tailgate or bumper) will change the mounting bracket design. This bed camera is commonly referred to as "high mount camera" or "cargo camera." The view of this camera shows the contents of the truck bed. This IS NOT the reverse camera that is located in the tailgate that shows behind the vehicle. Those with a high mount bed camera with 3rd brake light must choose the "camera" option in order to get the correct design. Please choose the appropriate option below. The images to the right show the physical difference between models not equipped with camera (top right) and models equipped with camera (bottom right). The image below displays the viewing area that this camera will display on the in-dash screen.Without CameraWith Camera *Please note that the MMP-F150-2018-STRB is designed for trucks with incandescent 3rd brake lights ONLY. Operators with LED 3rd brake lights will require the MMP-F150-2018-LED. Incandescent mounting plates and LED mounting plates are NOT interchangeable.*Incandescent lights have a reflector and replaceable bulb behind the lens.LED Lights have "squares" behind the lens and no replaceable bulb.Applications: This vehicle mounting plate is used to increase vehicle visibility using magnetic base spotlights, flood lights, strobe lights, beacons, warning lights, signal lights, flashers, turn signals, brake lights, hunting lights, fishing lights, off-roading lights, horns, sirens, antennas or any rooftop magnetic based equipment. Common applications include hunting, fishing, off-roading, property management, security, search and rescue, farming operations and any other applications for which roof mounted spotlights, signal and warning lights, or other equipment is needed for the 2018 Ford F150 aluminum body truck owners.Compatible Products: Do you not already have a magnetic light? Below are our most popular magnetic lights that are compatible with the MMP-F150-2018-STRB:Remote Control LightsStrobes & BeaconsLED Light BarsWarning Light Bars*PLEASE NOTE: BEFORE CALLING TO ORDER, YOU WILL NEED TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE'S YEAR, MAKE, MODEL, AND IF YOUR VEHICLE HAS AN INCANDESCENT OR LED THIRD BRAKE LIGHT. THERE IS NOTHING WE CAN LOOK UP TO HELP YOU DETERMINE THIS. YOU NEED TO LOOK AT THE LIGHT AND SEE IF THERE ARE LITTLE ROUND BULBS (INCANDESCENT) OR LITTLE SQUARE LED CHIPS. WE CANNOT FINISH YOUR ORDER WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION. VERIFY LAMP TYPE BEFORE CALLING.*At Larson Electronics, we do more than meet your lighting needs. We also provide replacement, retrofit, and upgrade parts as well as industrial grade power accessories. Our craftsmen can custom build any lighting system and/or accessories to fit the unique demands of your operation. A commitment to honesty, quality, and dependability has made Larson Electronics a leader in the lighting and electronics business since 1973. Contact us today at 800-369-6671 or message [email protected] for more information about our custom options tailored to meet your specific industry needs. MMP-F150-2018-STRB Magnetic Mounting Plate for Spotlights Ratings/Features:Type: Magnetic Mounting Plate Made in the USACompatible Truck Models: Ford F-150 Model Year 2018 w/ Factory Strobe Lights CNC Machined for Precision FitmentCompatible 3rd Brake Light: Incandescent Aluminum Bracket w/ Steel Top PlateUnit Weight: 8 lbs No Modifications Required - OEM FitmentUnit Dimensions: 24"W x 8.53"D x 4.49"H Works with Any Magnetic Mount LightMounting Platform Dimensions: 24" x 8" Durable ConstructionBracket Height Above Cab: 1.5" Aerodynamic Engineered for Highway SpeedsWeight Capacity: 30 lbs No Rattle or Whistle While DrivingWind-load: Highway speeds Car-wash Safe - Includes Weatherproof SealFrame Material: Aluminum Bracket Material: Aluminum Mounting Plate Material: Steel Finish: Powder Coated Color: White, Grey, or Black Special Orders- RequirementsCompatible Equipment: Any Magnetic Mount Equipment of up to 30 lbs Contact us for special requirementsInstallation: Via 3rd Brake Light (Rear Cab Light) - hardware included Toll Free: 1-800-369-6671Weatherproof Seal: Foam Gasket Between Vehicle & Bracket Intl: 1-214-616-6180Shipping Weight: 15 lbs Fax: 1-903-498-3364Shipping Dimensions: 30"L x 20"W x 10"H E-mail: [email protected]*PLEASE NOTE: BEFORE CALLING TO ORDER, YOU WILL NEED TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE'S YEAR, MAKE, MODEL, AND IF YOUR VEHICLE HAS AN INCANDESCENT OR LED THIRD BRAKE LIGHT. THERE IS NOTHING WE CAN LOOK UP TO HELP YOU DETERMINE THIS. YOU NEED TO LOOK AT THE LIGHT AND SEE IF THERE ARE LITTLE ROUND BULBS (INCANDESCENT) OR LITTLE SQUARE LED CHIPS. WE CANNONT FINISH YOUR ORDER WITHOUT THIS INFORMATION. VERIFY LAMP TYPE BEFORE CALLING.*