Removing Bed, Can I make it legal to drive?

[ekrampitzjr]

The federal law is a requirement only for new cars, not for cars after they're sold. But yes, you do need to be aware of state requirements. Last I knew, Virginia did not check backup lamps during state safety inspection.

 

[sgtsandman]

It depends on the garage doing the inspection. Some will ding you for your third brake light on the cab being out even if you have a bed cap on with a functioning third brake light.

 

[racsan]

I unplugged mine because the glare from the 3rd brake light with the cap on is annoying. Never have hooked it back up, Ive considered putting a patch over it & doing away with the whole assembly.

 

[sgtsandman]

I unplugged mine because the glare from the 3rd brake light with the cap on is annoying. Never have hooked it back up, Ive considered putting a patch over it & doing away with the whole assembly.

I've been just taking my chances and leaving it burnt out. For the reason you state.