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Would these bulbs

Sylvania 168/194/2825 Premium White LEDriving Bulb

be OK for me to use to replace the OEM back up bulbs in my '14 RDX? I could use the extra light with my barely legal window tint when backing into my garage. I'm not looking for cool, I'm looking for more light. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks

hand-filer

12W HID White 921 T15 Backup Reverse LED Lights Projector Lens Bulbs White | eBay

These will be a better option for you.

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Thanks!

thephantom

I have something similar. The problem is the way the bulb is positioned, the brightest part of the bulb (tip) is pointing to the side and not out. It makes a small difference.

EFItech

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I had the same problem all of you are experiencing. I corrected it with a 15w HID kit.

thephantom

More info on the kit, please.

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Joe Las Vegas

Just get LED bulbs at amazon or any auto store, no need to go HID's, LED's is just like replacing the bulbs, easy upgrade, and just as bright.

EFItech

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I purchased these from a local speed shop in Central Jersey($60). Wish I had more info but that this moment i do not.


This was a very easy install and was all done within 10min for both sides. There no comparison between an LED and 15w HID IMO. The lumen output just isnt there.

shadow1

Any tips on pulling the OEM reverse bulb socket? They are stupid tight on my 2016 RDX. I have never seen a bulb socket not twist out by hand.

wb2ee

Just found them on eBay. Very cool if there is space for the ballasts. I have a '16 RDX

carbonTSEX

I swapped mine out this past week. I found the easiest way was to use light pressure with some bent needle nose. They came out like butter.

shadow1

I ended up using spark plug boot pliers to remove the socket.

EFItech

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There is more than enough room... enjoy

EFItech

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I was able to get them out by hand.... are you twisting them in the right direction

carbonTSEX

Mine didn't come out by hand the first time and I was twisting the correct way. I even have small hands. Everything is new so it should be snug. Did my sub install and all the bolts/clips/plastics were tight.

Replacing the bulbs is cake though. Surprised how easy the RDX is to work on compared to my 14 TL SH.

Cladman

Would like to add the 15W HID kit since I tried LED to no avail. Anyone have any info on the Canadian markets?

CrimsonElan

I use this one
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Brigh.../dp/B00P2D41OQ

See review here, Philips 7443 921/T16 T10 LED bulb review

Yotrek

Have you guys try this one?

sathiyan

Just FYI. I got this Philips bulb from Amazon and it does not fit my 2017 RDX

Yotrek

finger cross, I should have them on friday, hope fit, will let you guys know..

Yotrek

here's the size different between the oem bulb.

t0md0

So wait a minute... are you saying the fitment for the 921's from this link does not fit your 2017 RDX and that the only the one that is listed as 12841 will fit??? Goddamn them thangs cost $40 bucks.

I have a 2013 model. Will that make a difference compared to the 2017 model? I don't know if I can justify paying $40 (12841) if I know the ones listed for $20 (921) will fit my 2013. Can someone confirm if?

sathiyan

Yes. the 921 (model in the link) does NOT fit. The base of the bulb is not long enough. I paid $20 for them and it's just lying around.

t0md0

Do we know if it makes a difference between the 2017 vs 2013?

Also, if you purchased them through Amazon, why not just return it?

sathiyan

I tried to install few months after the purchase (winter weather). I will sell it ebay.