08-20-2014, 01:16 PM
|
#1 |
|
Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Drives: 2014 FRS MT
Location: Missouri
Posts: 67
Thanks: 4
Thanked 9 Times in 6 Posts
Mentioned: 2 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
|
Which LED bulb/socket?
I'm trying to mod my rear reflector to function as an additional brake light but am having trouble deciding which bulb and socket to use. I want it to be a red LED and dual filament so it can come on with the headlights and get brighter when I hit the brakes.
I have looked at some DIY articles here and can't find the information I need. One write up uses 2 bulbs (I just want to use 1) and some of the other write ups have broken links or don't specifically state which bulb/socket they used. Plus, I'm currently only able to do my computing on a smartphone so an extensive google search would be rather tedious. Who here has the set up I'm looking for and can tell me what they've used? Also, any issues with the bulbs getting too hot and affecting the plastic housing? I doubt this would happen with LEDs but I want to double check. Thanks. |
|
|
|
08-22-2014, 02:03 PM
|
#2 |
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2014
Drives: Whiteout
Location: Irvine
Posts: 564
Thanks: 12
Thanked 106 Times in 85 Posts
Mentioned: 2 Post(s)
Tagged: 1 Thread(s)
|
For a dual filament use a 7443 or possibly 3157?
|
|
|
|
|
08-22-2014, 02:36 PM
|
#3 |
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2013
Drives: 2014 Scion FRS
Location: NNJ
Posts: 2,289
Thanks: 1,808
Thanked 1,432 Times in 756 Posts
Mentioned: 30 Post(s)
Tagged: 2 Thread(s)
|
|
|
|
|
|
08-23-2014, 12:41 AM
|
#4 |
|
Custom User Title
Join Date: Jun 2012
Drives: Asphalt FR-S MT
Location: Buford, GA/Daytona Beach, FL
Posts: 2,790
Thanks: 394
Thanked 1,182 Times in 697 Posts
Mentioned: 49 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
|
I may have a spare almost-plug-and-play setup. I'd be able to supply everything needed. I'm doing a few local installs.
__________________
 |
|
|
|
|
08-23-2014, 01:55 AM
|
#5 |
|
Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Drives: 2014 FRS MT
Location: Missouri
Posts: 67
Thanks: 4
Thanked 9 Times in 6 Posts
Mentioned: 2 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
|
Great thanks for the feedback. Will be getting this done in the next few days now.
Boredom, if you have spare parts Lemmie know, I might buy them off you. |
|
|
|
|
09-04-2014, 02:44 AM
|
#6 |
|
Custom User Title
Join Date: Jun 2012
Drives: Asphalt FR-S MT
Location: Buford, GA/Daytona Beach, FL
Posts: 2,790
Thanks: 394
Thanked 1,182 Times in 697 Posts
Mentioned: 49 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
|
Still havent gotten around to installing the sets I have...
__________________
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
|
Similar Threads
|
||||
| Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
| Socket Set | MrMista | Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack | 2 | 10-28-2013 03:21 PM |
| 1/2" drive spline lug socket? | ubersoph | Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack | 0 | 10-07-2013 03:49 PM |
| 02 Sensor Socket Size? | swift996 | Engine, Exhaust, Transmission | 6 | 08-19-2013 09:30 PM |
| Socket set and torque wrench | Ty89m | Mechanical Maintenance (Oil, Fluids, Break-In, Servicing) | 10 | 07-29-2013 12:46 AM |
| Can't torque my lug nuts socket too shallow :( | chenshuo | Wheels | Tires | Spacers | Hub -- Sponsored by The Tire Rack | 27 | 07-25-2013 10:25 AM |
Ashley