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LED Brake/Taillight Group Buy |
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Apr 2 2014, 11:31 PM
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Jerry Group: Members Posts: 6,986 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Allentown, PA Member No.: 3,031 Region Association: None |
This is a group buy of what I have referred to as the 5mm LED rev 2 Brake/Taillight PCB.
These are hand assembled one by one, tested, and will be delivered as they are produced. I have made a list of folks who have shown interest in purchase from my other thread. That list is in the next post. No need to re-request purchase if you are on the list. I will PM each member in turn. I will not request payment until your PCBs are to be assembled. The list is in chronological order and purchase requests will be handled in order. Please be patient. If you requested boards in that thread but are not on the list, please PM me and your name will be inserted appropriately. If you haven't previously requested a purchase and are not on the list in the next post please respond to this thread. Many folks are familiar with work done to develop LED brake and turnsignal lights from the LED developmental thread. See the last few pages for current info as I've tried several different configurations before arriving at the 5mm rev 2 PCBs. LED Taillight Development Thread This 5mm rev 2 PCB is available in 3 different configurations: 1) Brake Light: RED LEDs: Price: $90/pair 2) Turnsignal: RED LEDs: Price: $90/pair 3) Turnsignal: AMBER LEDs: Price: $90/pair Shipping: CONUS: $10 Outside CONUS: Determined at purchase. Each pair includes: 2 PCBs with 56 rearward facing 5mm LEDs each. Turnsignal configuration has 8 extra side-facing LEDs to replace the small side running light. Side LEDs will be AMBER color to match your taillight lens. Brake: Pigtail with 1157 base to plug directly into existing bulb socket. Turnsignal: Pigtail with 1156 base (turnsignal) and 5007 base (small side light) 6 clips for each pair to mount the boards to existing taillight housing for plug-n-play installation. 1 year guarantee Electrical Characteristics: Brake/Turnsignal: 0.35A @ 14V (4.9Watt) each PCB Taillight: 0.06A @ 14V (0.8Watt) each PCB Brake Configuration: RED Turnsignal Configuration: Actual Boards and clips: |
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Apr 4 2014, 10:50 PM
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Jerry Group: Members Posts: 6,986 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Allentown, PA Member No.: 3,031 Region Association: None |
Installation of the Turnsignal lights.
Remove both bulbs and insert the bulb bases into the sockets. The outside clip is a bit tricky. It will be inserted to the electrical connector for the small bulb. It may be easier to start with this clip. It will only insert about 3/16 inch or so into the connector but should have a good bit of friction. You may need to support the metal rail with one hand when inserting the clip. Hold the clip on the flat sides. The edges are sharp so don't grasp them by the edges. Angle the board down into the base of the reflector and insert the clip into the single board hole. Again be gentle with the clips. They won't break but may bend. Outside clip inserted into board. Insert the two clips on the other end of the board. Do not install on the divider yet. The outside clip needs to be bent into shape. It is important that the board rest upon the divider so the outside clip needs to be bent into place. Gently bend the clip until the board rests upon the divider between the turnsignal and brake lights. The board needs to be close to this divider since the outside of the board barely clears the mounting studs of the lens. Insert the inside clips onto the divider and fully seat the clips. The boards needed to be filed a bit on the edges to clear the reflector dividers. If yours doesn't fit, it may need a bit more filing. Each board will be filed before shipping. The outside clip may open up a bit at the board so a little pressure with a screwdriver will tighten up the clip if loose. Here's how the boards look when installed. The outside edges of the boards stick out a bit from the housing but fit under the lens. This angle is needed so the LEDs point directly to the rear of the car. When installing the lens, start with the outside posts. The side LEDs are very close to the posts and every bit of clearance when installing the lens is needed. If the board isn't centered well enough the outside side LED may be bent. It can be easily straightened if it bends. And done. If you have good dexterity, this job can be done with the housing on the car. Just take your time and get into a comfortable position when performing the installation. |
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