My Auxillary Reverse Lights "DIY" - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

DC2R · 09-14-2014, 03:47 AM

Much like most of you I was quite disappointing with the output of my reverse lights. I was used to the Cree Projector R4 LEDs in my GS-R.

I went through a few pairs of replacement LEDs and finally settled with the strongest HIDPowerhouse bulbs.
http://hidpowerhouse.com/shop/hybrid...sbrztoyota-86/

Light Output was still subpar. So I ordered these:
http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-Pa...t-p-48922.html
I tried to get specs from supplier but no luck. They seem like direct driven LEDs.

I Had to drill out my plate and my plate frame to make room for the LED bolts to fit through. I didnt have the proper size bit so my modifications are far from OEM-looking.

Next step is to remove the plastic pieces in the trunk that the plate screws screw into. This can be done by compressing them with pliers and pushing them out through the exterior.

Next just pop the plate back on, put the LED bolts through the holes, and thread on the nuts on the back.

I still need to clean up the wiring on mine but basically you need to tap into the green reverse wires for positive and you can use the black for negative. I used vampire taps as to not mess up the the factory wiring too much. Yes I know i should have put the fuse on the positive side but I had already crimped the positive side when I realized I had run out of the counterparts to the vampire taps. I honestly just used the fuse because it was the only thing I had on me that fit into the tap.

Perhaps a proper relay setup would provide more power to the bulbs but I didn't notice much difference when supplying separate power. Without knowing the specs of the bulb it makes it much less than an exact science.

These LEDs don't provide much throw but every little bit helps. They also provide some needed illumination up high.

I currently just have my wires hanging loose. I'd like to run them though the trunk wiring loom when I get a chance.

I am also interested in @Diode Dynamics reverse kit coming out soon. Anyone try these out?: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JK020H2?ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl&colid=1KHSZJU BXVB0J&coliid=I3PQ1VDSFVY9FB&pldnSite=1"]Amazon.com: iJDMTOY (2) 30W High Power CREE XP-E 912 921 920 906 LED Replacement Bulbs For Car Backup Reverse Lights: Automotive[/ame]

DC2R · 09-14-2014, 03:50 AM

Don't know why one pic came out sideways but that is the one showing the output before the mod.

Sportsguy83 · 09-14-2014, 10:22 AM

Thanks man.... Now MAKE THE MEETS!!!!

Diode Dynamics · 09-14-2014, 03:55 PM

Cool stuff! Indeed, we will have a very nice option soon to add a pair of real backup lights to your vehicle with no cutting or major wiring.

This looks pretty good though, definitely a big improvement!

DC2R · 09-14-2014, 03:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

Thanks man.... Now MAKE THE MEETS!!!!

Ha ha yeah next one Thursday?

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DC2R · 09-14-2014, 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Diode Dynamics

Cool stuff! Indeed, we will have a very nice option soon to add a pair of real backup lights to your vehicle with no cutting or major wiring.

This looks pretty good though, definitely a big improvement!

Thanks guy. Yeah, the stock housing is just atrocious. Perhaps 3 sets of reverse bulbs will make reverse lighting functional lol!

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Sportsguy83 · 09-14-2014, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by DC2R

Ha ha yeah next one Thursday?

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Next one Oct. 25th at Markham Park.

DC2R · 09-14-2014, 05:22 PM

Hope it cools down by then!

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DC2R · 09-20-2014, 01:12 AM

Cleaned up the wiring. Ran out of wire or I would have made it look better. Cables now properly routed through trunk wiring loom boot thingy.

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DC2R · 09-20-2014, 01:20 AM

Cable routing.

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DC2R · 09-20-2014, 01:25 AM

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Sportsguy83 · 09-26-2014, 01:28 PM

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Bro, the red cable looks SICHKKK.. oh wait....

DC2R · 09-26-2014, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

Bro, the red cable looks SICHKKK.. oh wait....

It's pretty hard to get. Had it overnighted from Japan.

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09-14-2014, 03:47 AM	#1
DC2R Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Drives: 2014 Scion FR-S Location: United States Posts: 1,021 Thanks: 699 Thanked 159 Times in 132 Posts Mentioned: 6 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	My Auxillary Reverse Lights "DIY" Much like most of you I was quite disappointing with the output of my reverse lights. I was used to the Cree Projector R4 LEDs in my GS-R. I went through a few pairs of replacement LEDs and finally settled with the strongest HIDPowerhouse bulbs. http://hidpowerhouse.com/shop/hybrid...sbrztoyota-86/ Light Output was still subpar. So I ordered these: http://www.banggood.com/Wholesale-Pa...t-p-48922.html I tried to get specs from supplier but no luck. They seem like direct driven LEDs. I Had to drill out my plate and my plate frame to make room for the LED bolts to fit through. I didnt have the proper size bit so my modifications are far from OEM-looking. Next step is to remove the plastic pieces in the trunk that the plate screws screw into. This can be done by compressing them with pliers and pushing them out through the exterior. Next just pop the plate back on, put the LED bolts through the holes, and thread on the nuts on the back. I still need to clean up the wiring on mine but basically you need to tap into the green reverse wires for positive and you can use the black for negative. I used vampire taps as to not mess up the the factory wiring too much. Yes I know i should have put the fuse on the positive side but I had already crimped the positive side when I realized I had run out of the counterparts to the vampire taps. I honestly just used the fuse because it was the only thing I had on me that fit into the tap. Perhaps a proper relay setup would provide more power to the bulbs but I didn't notice much difference when supplying separate power. Without knowing the specs of the bulb it makes it much less than an exact science. These LEDs don't provide much throw but every little bit helps. They also provide some needed illumination up high. I currently just have my wires hanging loose. I'd like to run them though the trunk wiring loom when I get a chance. I am also interested in @Diode Dynamics reverse kit coming out soon. Anyone try these out?: [ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JK020H2?ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl&colid=1KHSZJU BXVB0J&coliid=I3PQ1VDSFVY9FB&pldnSite=1"]Amazon.com: iJDMTOY (2) 30W High Power CREE XP-E 912 921 920 906 LED Replacement Bulbs For Car Backup Reverse Lights: Automotive[/ame] Attached Images Last edited by DC2R; 09-14-2014 at 04:03 AM.

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09-14-2014, 03:50 AM	#2
DC2R Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Drives: 2014 Scion FR-S Location: United States Posts: 1,021 Thanks: 699 Thanked 159 Times in 132 Posts Mentioned: 6 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Don't know why one pic came out sideways but that is the one showing the output before the mod.

09-14-2014, 05:22 PM	#8
DC2R Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Drives: 2014 Scion FR-S Location: United States Posts: 1,021 Thanks: 699 Thanked 159 Times in 132 Posts Mentioned: 6 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hope it cools down by then! Sent from my SM-N900T using Tapatalk

09-20-2014, 01:12 AM	#9
DC2R Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Drives: 2014 Scion FR-S Location: United States Posts: 1,021 Thanks: 699 Thanked 159 Times in 132 Posts Mentioned: 6 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Cleaned up the wiring. Ran out of wire or I would have made it look better. Cables now properly routed through trunk wiring loom boot thingy. Sent from my SM-N900T using Tapatalk

09-20-2014, 01:20 AM	#10
DC2R Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Drives: 2014 Scion FR-S Location: United States Posts: 1,021 Thanks: 699 Thanked 159 Times in 132 Posts Mentioned: 6 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Cable routing. Sent from my SM-N900T using Tapatalk

09-20-2014, 01:25 AM	#11
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