{"product_id":"nilight-ditch-light-brackets-for-dodge-ram-1500-2500-3500-2009-2018-forged-steel-no-drill-hood-mounts","title":"Nilight Ditch Light Brackets for Dodge RAM 1500\/2500\/3500 (2009–2018) — Forged Steel No-Drill Hood Mounts","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThese Nilight ditch light mounting brackets fit Dodge RAM 1500 (2009–2018) and RAM 2500\/3500 (2010–2018), providing a heavy-duty, no-drill solution for attaching 2\"–7\" LED lights to your hood bolts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to mount auxiliary ditch lights to your Dodge RAM without cutting or modifying the truck, these precision-formed Nilight brackets use existing factory hood bolts for a secure, low-profile installation. Built from thick forged steel with a black matte finish, they are sized to accept a wide range of LED light housings and screw sizes so you can upgrade brightness and beam control without custom fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these brackets attach to my RAM without drilling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe brackets are designed to align with the factory bolt locations beneath the hood so installation reuses the truck's existing fasteners. That means you remove the stock bolt, position the bracket, and reinstall the factory screw—no drilling, cutting, or body modifications required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits original hood bolt holes for a direct mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUses factory screws for a clean, reversible install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded spare screws for convenience during installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these mounts hold different LED light sizes and heavier fixtures?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNilight thickened the bracket walls and enlarged the mounting slots so they accommodate a broad range of lights from compact 2\" pods up to larger 7\" housings. The holes accept common metric fasteners (M6, M8, M10), making them compatible with most aftermarket LED ditch lights and their mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnlarged holes fit M6, M8, and M10 screw sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReinforced steel construction supports heavier light housings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks with many 2\"–7\" LED pod and oval light designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials and finish protect these brackets from weather and road wear?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured from forged steel and CNC-formed for precise fit, the brackets are powder-coated with an electrophoresis step for long-lasting corrosion resistance. Smooth, deburred edges reduce the risk of paint damage to the hood and provide a finished appearance that resists chipping and fading under normal road conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eForged steel core for strength and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElectrophoresis pretreatment plus black matte powder coat finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCNC-pressed with smoothed edges to protect vehicle surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow simple is the install and what comes in the package?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward and intended for a single-person job with basic hand tools. Each kit includes two mounting brackets and extra screws so you have everything needed to mount a pair of ditch lights to both sides of the hood quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo mounting brackets for driver and passenger sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpare mounting screws included for faster fitment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo special tools or body modifications required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: These Nilight ditch light brackets are ideal for Dodge RAM owners (2009–2018 1500; 2010–2018 2500\/3500) who want a sturdy, reversible way to add auxiliary lighting. If you plan to mount medium to large LED pods, prefer a no-drill installation, and want corrosion-resistant hardware that matches a blacked-out or rugged truck aesthetic, these brackets are a practical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are these brackets compatible with my Dodge RAM model year?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — they fit RAM 1500 from 2009–2018 and RAM 2500\/3500 from 2010–2018 using factory hood bolt locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Do I need to drill holes to install these brackets?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No — installation uses existing factory hood bolts so no drilling or cutting is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Nilight","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48087170285726,"sku":"B0C71B5NMV","price":38.73,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2041\/9486\/files\/nilight-front-packaging-brackets_3ebedfd5-23b2-425f-a05d-9f726242577a.jpg?v=1785918176","url":"https:\/\/northtrailauto.ca\/products\/nilight-ditch-light-brackets-for-dodge-ram-1500-2500-3500-2009-2018-forged-steel-no-drill-hood-mounts","provider":"North Trail Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}