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LEDs for 2018 headlights?

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by Tophergt99, Apr 15, 2018.

  1. Apr 15, 2018 at 8:00 AM
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    Tophergt99

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    What is everyone using for LEDs in the 2018 headlight turn signal? I just ordered up a set of the headlights and I want to have LEDs all the way around like I do now. I have had these for about two years now with no issues.
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  2. Apr 15, 2018 at 8:04 AM
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    Thinking of going with those in red for my rear turns
     
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  4. Apr 15, 2018 at 10:05 AM
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    Does anyone have pictures of these vleds ones in their headlights? I was hoping to find a black aluminum body like the ones I have.
     
  5. Apr 15, 2018 at 10:24 AM
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    i will post on monday if someone doesn't beat me to it
     
  6. Apr 16, 2018 at 10:12 AM
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  8. Apr 16, 2018 at 12:32 PM
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    Turn signal switch backs

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  9. Apr 16, 2018 at 12:46 PM
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    Just installed the VLED 7443/7440 bulb. I thought I was going to have to switch to 3 ohm resistor in rear but that doesnt appear to be the case. Surprisingly my existing 6 ohm rear resistors are enough to prevent hyper flash. Will report back if that changes. Maybe because i have extra load of signal mirrors but that cant be much of anything.

    VLED bulb seems to be good, much brighter than stock. feels like a really nice piece when you hold it. Its chrome finish lends itself to blend right in with the chrome reflector in the signal housing.

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  10. Apr 16, 2018 at 3:50 PM
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    riddle me this... if the turn signal is only used as a signal, why are there two filaments in the stock bulb?
     
  11. Apr 16, 2018 at 3:53 PM
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  12. Apr 16, 2018 at 3:55 PM
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    Found these too.
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  13. Apr 17, 2018 at 6:33 PM
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    Does that greenish base show through?
     
  14. Apr 18, 2018 at 2:11 AM
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    Yes they do during the day when lights are off.
     

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