Best LED's on the Market! Who Needs HID's?!
#361
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Lol, what a dumb question i asked.
My interior leds flicker during startup also.
Only during the cranking process.
My interior leds flicker during startup also.
Only during the cranking process.
#362
[QUOTE=Frosty;15185568]I think the seller may have a solution to the radio interference for those that are experiencing it. As I've stated before, I have no interference whatsoever, even with all 4 of my LEDs running, so this issue is definitely not universal. I'll share the details of the solution once I know more.
Frosty,
Has the seller figured out a way to block the radio interference yet?
Thanks for keeping on this!
Frosty,
Has the seller figured out a way to block the radio interference yet?
Thanks for keeping on this!
#364
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I had a very difficult time installing these.
I even removed my battery to have more room to stick my head in and see what is going on.
Upon inspection, I saw that the bulb was installed, with each tab in place under the 3 screws.
However, I was able to wiggle the bulb around, very easily.
I tightened the 3 screws down as much as I could, and it's still very loose.
For now, I wrapped the base of the LED bulb with duct tape.
Makes the fit much tighter, with no more wiggle.
Probably not a good idea considering how hot these bulbs get.
On the bright side, they looked good when testing them out, and brighter than what I had before.
I'm now just worried that the headlight is not sealed, and moisture will get in.
I also noticed that the alignment tabs are not the same for each headlight.
Can someone confirm? Even, does anyone have a picture of what the headlights look like from the back so I can see the mounting screw positions?
I'm VERY close to taking off my bumper and removing my headlights to just install these bulbs properly. Not that happy about it, I must say.
I even removed my battery to have more room to stick my head in and see what is going on.
Upon inspection, I saw that the bulb was installed, with each tab in place under the 3 screws.
However, I was able to wiggle the bulb around, very easily.
I tightened the 3 screws down as much as I could, and it's still very loose.
For now, I wrapped the base of the LED bulb with duct tape.
Makes the fit much tighter, with no more wiggle.
Probably not a good idea considering how hot these bulbs get.
On the bright side, they looked good when testing them out, and brighter than what I had before.
I'm now just worried that the headlight is not sealed, and moisture will get in.
I also noticed that the alignment tabs are not the same for each headlight.
Can someone confirm? Even, does anyone have a picture of what the headlights look like from the back so I can see the mounting screw positions?
I'm VERY close to taking off my bumper and removing my headlights to just install these bulbs properly. Not that happy about it, I must say.
#365
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Comparison with my old JLC 35W Cree
Last edited by guitarplayer16; 10-08-2014 at 03:36 PM.
#366
under renovations....
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I had a very difficult time installing these.
I even removed my battery to have more room to stick my head in and see what is going on.
Upon inspection, I saw that the bulb was installed, with each tab in place under the 3 screws.
However, I was able to wiggle the bulb around, very easily.
I tightened the 3 screws down as much as I could, and it's still very loose.
For now, I wrapped the base of the LED bulb with duct tape.
Makes the fit much tighter, with no more wiggle.
Probably not a good idea considering how hot these bulbs get.
On the bright side, they looked good when testing them out, and brighter than what I had before.
I'm now just worried that the headlight is not sealed, and moisture will get in.
I also noticed that the alignment tabs are not the same for each headlight.
Can someone confirm? Even, does anyone have a picture of what the headlights look like from the back so I can see the mounting screw positions?
I'm VERY close to taking off my bumper and removing my headlights to just install these bulbs properly. Not that happy about it, I must say.
I even removed my battery to have more room to stick my head in and see what is going on.
Upon inspection, I saw that the bulb was installed, with each tab in place under the 3 screws.
However, I was able to wiggle the bulb around, very easily.
I tightened the 3 screws down as much as I could, and it's still very loose.
For now, I wrapped the base of the LED bulb with duct tape.
Makes the fit much tighter, with no more wiggle.
Probably not a good idea considering how hot these bulbs get.
On the bright side, they looked good when testing them out, and brighter than what I had before.
I'm now just worried that the headlight is not sealed, and moisture will get in.
I also noticed that the alignment tabs are not the same for each headlight.
Can someone confirm? Even, does anyone have a picture of what the headlights look like from the back so I can see the mounting screw positions?
I'm VERY close to taking off my bumper and removing my headlights to just install these bulbs properly. Not that happy about it, I must say.
#367
I'm now just worried that the headlight is not sealed, and moisture will get in.
I also noticed that the alignment tabs are not the same for each headlight.
Can someone confirm? Even, does anyone have a picture of what the headlights look like from the back so I can see the mounting screw positions.
I also noticed that the alignment tabs are not the same for each headlight.
Can someone confirm? Even, does anyone have a picture of what the headlights look like from the back so I can see the mounting screw positions.
Also, now that you mention it, I do think I remember the alignment tabs on the back of the headlight for my fog bulbs (your DRLs) being different. This is why I'm sticking to my notion that the housing itself is primarily to blame for the slight wiggle that is present with these lights, as there was no wiggle present in any of the other locations I installed them (including my Inspire fogs).
Pics look good! Thanks for sharing.
#369
I just got these today. I put them in both sides and turned my car on before I screwed them into the housing to check if they work. They don't turn on. And inside on my dash, I get the DRL notification. Someone plz help!!!
#371
I changed the plug that connects from the LED to the wiring connected to car, just turned it upside down, even though the wiring diagram said to do it the way I had it before. The DRL sign went away in my dash, but lights don't turn on....
#373
#374
If I put my old, stock DRLS back in, and they turn on, what do you think could be the problem as to why the LED's arent working?
#375
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Are you running it with a harness? If not, I would get a harness.
#377
#380
One side only
Update: I got the lights to turn on! Only thing is they will not turn on unless one side has the original factory bulb in. So both leds can't be plugged in and work. Only one works at a time. Any ideas here?! There super bright!
#381
Race Director
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Harness.
#382
#383
Race Director
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Well, I don't use VLEDs harness although some here do.
I use iJDMToy's harness. Much cheaper, and gets the job done.
Option R3 when ordering.
http://store.ijdmtoy.com/LED-Daytime...rl-decoder.htm
Last edited by guitarplayer16; 10-10-2014 at 10:21 PM.
#384
So you used IJDMToy's harness for these lights and it works? The ones Frosty provided the coupon code for....from gt Lighting
#385
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#386
It is still my understanding that the lights will work with the 6v power of the OEM wiring, but will not reach their FULL brightness unless you use an aftermarket, 12v Harness (either VLEDs or iJDMToy).
However, even with only 6v, the lights are still rather bright. Here is a picture of a 9th Gen Civic using these LEDs in his 6v DRLs with NO 12v harness or load resistors whatsoever.
However, even with only 6v, the lights are still rather bright. Here is a picture of a 9th Gen Civic using these LEDs in his 6v DRLs with NO 12v harness or load resistors whatsoever.
#387
Instructor
It is still my understanding that the lights will work with the 6v power of the OEM wiring, but will not reach their FULL brightness unless you use an aftermarket, 12v Harness (either VLEDs or iJDMToy).
However, even with only 6v, the lights are still rather bright. Here is a picture of a 9th Gen Civic using these LEDs in his 6v DRLs with NO 12v harness or load resistors whatsoever.
However, even with only 6v, the lights are still rather bright. Here is a picture of a 9th Gen Civic using these LEDs in his 6v DRLs with NO 12v harness or load resistors whatsoever.
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When I receive them and install them I will report back with my findings.
#389
Mr. Detail
Not sure if this has already been answered, 10 pages is a lot to go through, but are the LED headlights compatible with reflector (halogen) headlight housings? If it's plug and play, that's a lot easier and cheaper for me than retrofitting my headlights and upgrading to HIDs.
I already know how good LED lights are, I road bike and use one on my helmet and one on my handlebars.
I already know how good LED lights are, I road bike and use one on my helmet and one on my handlebars.
#390
Not sure if this has already been answered, 10 pages is a lot to go through, but are the LED headlights compatible with reflector (halogen) headlight housings? If it's plug and play, that's a lot easier and cheaper for me than retrofitting my headlights and upgrading to HIDs.
I already know how good LED lights are, I road bike and use one on my helmet and one on my handlebars.
I already know how good LED lights are, I road bike and use one on my helmet and one on my handlebars.
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Not sure if this has already been answered, 10 pages is a lot to go through, but are the LED headlights compatible with reflector (halogen) headlight housings? If it's plug and play, that's a lot easier and cheaper for me than retrofitting my headlights and upgrading to HIDs.
I already know how good LED lights are, I road bike and use one on my helmet and one on my handlebars.
I already know how good LED lights are, I road bike and use one on my helmet and one on my handlebars.
#393
Mr. Detail
Probably order them when I get back from Arizona, heading there on Saturday of this coming week.
#394
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Cool, thanks. Just don't want to be "that guy" with all the glare.
Yes, in my Accord. Wanted to do HIDs but no one makes (that I can find) a true plug and play HID ready headlight housing so I'd have to retrofit mine. And LEDs use even less power and last even longer so if I can simply swap out the halogens for LEDs that would be much more economical.
Probably order them when I get back from Arizona, heading there on Saturday of this coming week.
Yes, in my Accord. Wanted to do HIDs but no one makes (that I can find) a true plug and play HID ready headlight housing so I'd have to retrofit mine. And LEDs use even less power and last even longer so if I can simply swap out the halogens for LEDs that would be much more economical.
Probably order them when I get back from Arizona, heading there on Saturday of this coming week.
http://m.ebay.com/itm/380986936164?nav=SEARCH
#395
Mr. Detail
Too many projector headlights really aren't that good, know a lot of people who've had issues with light being too dim, not properly aimed, etc. Plus the LED strip IMO is equivalent to stick on fender vents.
Guess I'll try LEDs first and see how that goes. Less than $100 and a lot less work.
Guess I'll try LEDs first and see how that goes. Less than $100 and a lot less work.
#396
Drifting
Don't worry, you will be that guy.
Check the pics in the first page. These will glare like a mofo to oncoming traffic. Although they probably won't be nearly as annoying as HIDs since they don't put out quite as much light. Being "compatible" with a reflector housing in this instance is that they fit and they do "reflect" light forward....but not in a perfect manner.
Check the pics in the first page. These will glare like a mofo to oncoming traffic. Although they probably won't be nearly as annoying as HIDs since they don't put out quite as much light. Being "compatible" with a reflector housing in this instance is that they fit and they do "reflect" light forward....but not in a perfect manner.
#397
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They glare like crazy if you use them at night in the DRL.
I only use them during the day, of course, and then switch my low beams on so nobody gets blinded.
I only use them during the day, of course, and then switch my low beams on so nobody gets blinded.
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Yes, in my Accord. Wanted to do HIDs but no one makes (that I can find) a true plug and play HID ready headlight housing so I'd have to retrofit mine. And LEDs use even less power and last even longer so if I can simply swap out the halogens for LEDs that would be much more economical.
Probably order them when I get back from Arizona, heading there on Saturday of this coming week.
Probably order them when I get back from Arizona, heading there on Saturday of this coming week.
#399
Mr. Detail
Don't worry, you will be that guy.
Check the pics in the first page. These will glare like a mofo to oncoming traffic. Although they probably won't be nearly as annoying as HIDs since they don't put out quite as much light. Being "compatible" with a reflector housing in this instance is that they fit and they do "reflect" light forward....but not in a perfect manner.
Check the pics in the first page. These will glare like a mofo to oncoming traffic. Although they probably won't be nearly as annoying as HIDs since they don't put out quite as much light. Being "compatible" with a reflector housing in this instance is that they fit and they do "reflect" light forward....but not in a perfect manner.