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LED Brake/Taillight Group Buy |
chads74 |
Apr 21 2014, 08:36 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 386 Joined: 13-March 12 From: Tampa, FL Member No.: 14,252 Region Association: South East States |
Spoke can you add me for a set of the red turn signals to go with the brake lights?
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VaccaRabite |
Apr 21 2014, 09:35 AM
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En Garde! Group: Admin Posts: 13,443 Joined: 15-December 03 From: Dallastown, PA Member No.: 1,435 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I just say this thread and WANT IN. Can I still get in? Zach Zach, for you, yes we will let you in. Just when is it you will have your car on the road? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) Sweet. Let me know where to send money. The car will be on the road "one day." That day is nearer then it was last week. I want to drive it this spring and summer and fall, and then tear it apart again for the next batch of changes... |
wes |
Apr 21 2014, 09:56 AM
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wes Group: Members Posts: 1,588 Joined: 8-December 07 From: Ukiah Ca Member No.: 8,436 Region Association: Northern California |
Very nice, I'd like to get in on the compleat package with red turn signals and backup if possible.
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Spoke |
May 7 2014, 08:58 PM
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Jerry Group: Members Posts: 6,978 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Allentown, PA Member No.: 3,031 Region Association: None |
Updated the clips again. The inside turnsignal clips were modified with a slight bend to better fit the contour of the reflector housing. The small clips for the brakes were also changed a bit. The perch of clips were angled an additional 3.5 degrees to better match the board angle.
Also the clips are now in black because black looks cool. The boards were updated to fix a few issues with the rev 2 boards. First the rev 2 boards were a bit too long given the thickness of the plastic clips. So the rev 3 boards are now 35mil (0.9mm) shorter. Also the side facing LEDs on rev 2 interfered with the lens posts. On rev 3 the LEDs are pushed side by side to clear the lens posts. |
CptTripps |
May 7 2014, 09:05 PM
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:: Punch and Pie :: Group: Members Posts: 3,584 Joined: 26-December 04 From: Mentor, OH Member No.: 3,342 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Can I get a new set of clips? Those look a lot better than my brass ones.
Great work! |
Spoke |
May 7 2014, 09:44 PM
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Jerry Group: Members Posts: 6,978 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Allentown, PA Member No.: 3,031 Region Association: None |
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dadaDaveed |
May 7 2014, 10:37 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 111 Joined: 19-February 09 From: San Antonio, TX Member No.: 10,071 Region Association: Southwest Region |
If the group buy is still open, I'm in for a pair of brakes and red turns. Thanks,
-Dave |
Rleog |
May 14 2014, 03:46 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 608 Joined: 12-October 03 From: Middleton, MA Member No.: 1,239 Region Association: North East States |
I watched the development of these boards and was impressed with the attention paid to details involved in getting them to work, then in getting them to fit correctly within the taillight assembly. My boards arrived a couple of days ago so I tried a test fit on my boards with plastic clips.
(IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i142.photobucket.com-1239-1400060777.1.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i142.photobucket.com-1239-1400060777.2.jpg) The 3D printed plastic clips allow the boards to settle deeply enough to clear the lens. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i142.photobucket.com-1239-1400060777.3.jpg) While I did not deal with the metal clips, I can add that I had very little difficulty adjusting the plastic clips to get a correct fit. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i142.photobucket.com-1239-1400060778.4.jpg) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/uploads_offsite/i142.photobucket.com-1239-1400060778.5.jpg) Nicely done, Spoke! Your time and attention to detail is greatly appreciated. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
chads74 |
May 14 2014, 06:21 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 386 Joined: 13-March 12 From: Tampa, FL Member No.: 14,252 Region Association: South East States |
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tomeric914 |
May 19 2014, 09:40 PM
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One Lap of America in a 914! Group: Members Posts: 1,259 Joined: 25-May 08 From: Syracuse, NY Member No.: 9,101 Region Association: North East States |
Bumping this back up to the top. Just installed mine tonight and am ecstatic about them. If you haven't already, BUY SOME NOW. These are incredibly well built, install easily, are a perfect fit and work as advertised! AWESOME job Spoke!
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chads74 |
May 20 2014, 11:21 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 386 Joined: 13-March 12 From: Tampa, FL Member No.: 14,252 Region Association: South East States |
Drove at night again and felt very confident that I was actually seen. Again great job!
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Cupomeat |
May 20 2014, 02:46 PM
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missing my NY 914 in VA Group: Members Posts: 1,336 Joined: 26-November 07 From: Oakton VA Member No.: 8,376 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
If this group buy is still Open I want a full set for Red Tailights.
I'll PM you. Tomeric got his and told me i NEED to get them... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) |
Spoke |
May 20 2014, 03:27 PM
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Jerry Group: Members Posts: 6,978 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Allentown, PA Member No.: 3,031 Region Association: None |
Glad to hear the good reports. Keep me posted if you run into any difficulties.
The group buy is still open although the name "group buy" is misleading. The only thing bought in groups are PCBs and parts. Each of these boards are made by hand, soldering one LED at a time. (It beats watching DWTS). I'm working through the list of folks who want the lights. If you've spoke up here I will get to you. It's been taking about 2 weeks from payment to shipment for a set of boards. I won't ask for payment until I'm ready to build your boards. Thanks for your support. |
tomeric914 |
May 20 2014, 08:19 PM
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One Lap of America in a 914! Group: Members Posts: 1,259 Joined: 25-May 08 From: Syracuse, NY Member No.: 9,101 Region Association: North East States |
This isn't a want, this is a MUST buy. Otherwise, you will covet my taillights. |
Spoke |
Jun 1 2014, 08:35 PM
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Jerry Group: Members Posts: 6,978 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Allentown, PA Member No.: 3,031 Region Association: None |
A couple of items about the turnsignal LEDs:
ITEM 1. Has anyone using the turnsignal LEDs have issues with your blinker? I've heard from one person that the blinker doesn't work if the running lights are on. This makes some sense as with the running lights on, when the blinker turns off, the LED array basically looks like an open circuit because of the steering diodes used to isolate the running light brightness from the turnsignal brightness. If this is an issue, you may need to install an LED-ready blinker. I tried to search for a thread here that discussed the part-number for the LED-ready blinker but couldn't find it. If anyone can find the thread or the p/n please let me know. My blinker doesn't seem to suffer from this issue. Here's my car with running lights on and turnsignals on. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dG8-TevjczE ITEM 2. For those of you doing AMBER turnsignals: For running lights I light up the LED array as dimly as possible to simulate the bleed-through of the OEM side marker bulb to the turnsignal lens and to give the car a larger light-footprint at night. One member doesn't like the amber lens lit up for running lights and disconnected the side marker/LED array from the running lights. Does anyone else want the LED array off for running lights? For RED turnsignals there should be no issue with the LED array being on for running lights as these are red and not unusual to have red running lights on the rear of the vehicle. |
CptTripps |
Jun 2 2014, 05:46 AM
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:: Punch and Pie :: Group: Members Posts: 3,584 Joined: 26-December 04 From: Mentor, OH Member No.: 3,342 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Only issue I have is the lights not blinking. This is likely due to the lower voltage draw, and me needing to use LED relays. The issue I have is that the flasher relays I have int he harness are 2-pole, and the replacement LED relays are 3. Looks like they have a ground on them. I need to work this out with DrEvil before I can expect them to flash. Unless there's a resistor I can use or something.
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SirAndy |
Jun 5 2014, 09:39 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,636 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
Finally got around to installing my set. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smash.gif)
Two things: - The new bulb sockets are a bitch to get in and turned. I ended up using pliers and completely mangled the thin metal. I hope i never have to take them out again. In hindsight, i should probably have used some dielectric grease. - The lights looks great, however, the brightness falls off sharply as soon as you look at them from any kind of angle. Probably not a problem at night but i can see this being a problem during the day since in most other cars, people sit much higher and if they're close (think commuter traffic) they probably can't see my taillights at all. I'll have to do some more testing on this ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) |
bulitt |
Jun 6 2014, 04:06 AM
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Achtzylinder Group: Members Posts: 4,188 Joined: 2-October 11 Member No.: 13,632 Region Association: South East States |
Apologize for slight hijack-
Looked into replacing the bulbs in my wifes Mercedes E320 with LEDS. Between the need for a resistor, the resultant heat, throwing trouble codes etc. Never did it. I think keeping the bulbs and wiring in a strip of LEDS around the inside of the lens might be something I may try to increase visibility. |
euro911 |
Jun 6 2014, 04:54 AM
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Retired & living the dream. God help me if I wake up! Group: Members Posts: 8,849 Joined: 2-December 06 From: So.Cal. & No.AZ (USA) Member No.: 7,300 Region Association: Southern California |
I remember seeing the development thread, but apparently missed this GB thread (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
I'm seriously thinking about getting these (with amber turn signals) as the original lighting does lack brilliance (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) I'm subscribed now, so I'll pop back in in the near future. It looks like you've got a good backlog right now anyway. Awesome 'possum (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif) |
Spoke |
Jun 6 2014, 08:32 PM
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Jerry Group: Members Posts: 6,978 Joined: 29-October 04 From: Allentown, PA Member No.: 3,031 Region Association: None |
Finally got around to installing my set. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smash.gif) Two things: - The new bulb sockets are a bitch to get in and turned. I ended up using pliers and completely mangled the thin metal. I hope i never have to take them out again. In hindsight, i should probably have used some dielectric grease. They can be a little tricky to install as there is not much material to grab onto. I've found putting a finger in the open end of the socket provides enough grip to install. The brake bulb is the most difficult since it is keyed. I'm glad that you didn't use a hammer or drill or other power tool... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif) - The lights looks great, however, the brightness falls off sharply as soon as you look at them from any kind of angle. Probably not a problem at night but i can see this being a problem during the day since in most other cars, people sit much higher and if they're close (think commuter traffic) they probably can't see my taillights at all. I'll have to do some more testing on this ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) These do have a tight 1/2 power angle of dispersion of 15 degrees. There exists another LED in the same family with a 23 degree 1/2 power angle but it is available in very limited quantities. The stock lens will disperse the light a bit more. Did you have any issues with the turnsignals not blinking? |
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