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Jollibee86 08-14-2018 05:53 AM

Texas - Pulsing/Blinking 4th Brake Lights
 
I'm installing a 4th brake light and I'm planning on adding a module where it blinks 3 times and then solid when the brake is pressed. Do ya'll know if that's illegal or legal in Texas? I've seen it in cars but I'd rather have documentation in case I get pulled over. It's a safety issue, I've been rear ended twice :mad0259:

RFB 08-14-2018 12:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Jollibee86 (Post 3121292)
I'm installing a 4th brake light and I'm planning on adding a module where it blinks 3 times and then solid when the brake is pressed. Do ya'll know if that's illegal or legal in Texas? I've seen it in cars but I'd rather have documentation in case I get pulled over. It's a safety issue, I've been rear ended twice :mad0259:

https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/D...TATIONCODE.pdf
Usually illegal but cops like brake flashers, legal up here for motorcycles but illegal for cars-

"the law is an ass":bonk:

C3 08-14-2018 07:49 PM

Mine blinks five times... had it installed for months, no issues with police

Gustavo2nd 09-02-2018 01:40 AM

why is it illegal anyway

Extreme86 09-15-2018 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Gustavo2nd (Post 3128736)
why is it illegal anyway


Have been using this product: http://www.kahtec.com/smart_stop.htm
for over 6 years now on all my vehicles with no issues. It is an Austin, TX based company. Flashing occurs for approx. 2.6 seconds and then stays on constant. If you have a flasher unit that flashes constantly it could be confused with an emergency vehicle and that would be considered illegal.

RFB 09-19-2018 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Gustavo2nd (Post 3128736)
why is it illegal anyway

"the law is an ass"


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