Having recently participated in an Amazing Group Buy for Spoke's front and rear LED turn signals... ( Thread here: http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...mp;hl=LED+bulbs )
I wanted to round out the rest of the exterior bulbs for the car making it fully LED (not including headlights yet...)
I recently finished my project and figured I'd post up info to help others that are looking to make that change as well. Its as easy as changing out the bulbs, provided the LED's are the right replacements...
I used superbrightleds.com as my vendor, there are other choices, I'm not saying any one is better than another, this is only meant for a guide for those who want to skip the research portion and get 'er done. If you guys have more to add go for it...
Full Version: The LED supplimental
(2) Front side marker bulbs – Amber [BA9S-AHP5] $6.95
https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/ba...#/attributes/16
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They're this bright and that's without the lens attached!
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https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/ba...#/attributes/16
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They're this bright and that's without the lens attached!
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(3) License Plate Lights and Rear Trunk Light bulbs – Cool White [BA9S-WHP9] $9.95
https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/ba.../#/attributes/1
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Left side is the old bulb, new LED on right
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https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/ba.../#/attributes/1
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Left side is the old bulb, new LED on right
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(2) Reverse Light bulbs – 1156 Cool White 100 degree [1156-W24-WV] $6.95
https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/s-.../#/attributes/1
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Left side is the old bulb, new LED on right
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Left side is the old bulb, new LED on right
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(1) Interior Dome Light bulb – Natural White [4410-NW9] $4.74
https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/fe.../#/attributes/3
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I went with the Natural here because it looked just like "stock" -- I'd also picked up a Red and a Blue bulb, they're cool but dont really produce enough light to use as an effective dome light...If you're just going for looks the colored ones are cool, but for real life use they're going to be kind of dark.
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https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/fe.../#/attributes/3
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I went with the Natural here because it looked just like "stock" -- I'd also picked up a Red and a Blue bulb, they're cool but dont really produce enough light to use as an effective dome light...If you're just going for looks the colored ones are cool, but for real life use they're going to be kind of dark.
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Other photos for reference...
Note brightness of LED sidemarker compared to standard from TS/Marker:
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Reverse bulb reference for size in housing:
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Note brightness of LED sidemarker compared to standard from TS/Marker:
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Reverse bulb reference for size in housing:
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Rear of car complete:
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The pictures don't do them justice, they're very bright and clear, great upgrade and overall it took maybe an hour to complete!
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The pictures don't do them justice, they're very bright and clear, great upgrade and overall it took maybe an hour to complete!
Thanks for including all the specific bulb information. I'l be ordering everything you listed.
The led headlights are not cheap but you wont be disappointed. Driving at night is so much easier with bright modern headlights. The high beams are insane.
The led headlights are not cheap but you wont be disappointed. Driving at night is so much easier with bright modern headlights. The high beams are insane.
How about the interior light bulb? That would help preserve the housing as well by not producing as much heat.
QUOTE(GeorgeRud @ Mar 13 2015, 01:22 PM) 
How about the interior light bulb? That would help preserve the housing as well by not producing as much heat.
Funny you mention that-See Post #5 for the info on that-I actually tested that by leaving the dome light on for about 20 minutes, then popped it out, bulb was cool to the touch!
No more torched dome lights!
QUOTE(GeorgeRud @ Mar 13 2015, 05:22 PM)
How about the interior light bulb? That would help preserve the housing as well by not producing as much heat.
see post #5
dome light = back pad light
Noticed this on all the bulbs...coincidence, I think not! The universe has spoken:
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And these are what you want for the dash instruments.
https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/ba...-bulb-1-led/10/
What about taillights just replacing the bulb?
https://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/ba...-bulb-1-led/10/
What about taillights just replacing the bulb?
You won't be able to use the dimmer on the instrument lights if you go LED. Not without adding some electrical parts along the way.
Oh, and don't replace the alternator warning bulb with LED. The charging system won't work right if you do.
--DD
Oh, and don't replace the alternator warning bulb with LED. The charging system won't work right if you do.
--DD
QUOTE(eric9144 @ Mar 13 2015, 05:01 PM)
Having recently participated in an Amazing Group Buy for Spoke's front and rear LED turn signals... ( Thread here: http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...mp;hl=LED+bulbs )
I wanted to round out the rest of the exterior bulbs for the car making it fully LED (not including headlights yet...)
I recently finished my project and figured I'd post up info to help others that are looking to make that change as well. Its as easy as changing out the bulbs, provided the LED's are the right replacements...
I used superbrightleds.com as my vendor, there are other choices, I'm not saying any one is better than another, this is only meant for a guide for those who want to skip the research portion and get 'er done. If you guys have more to add go for it...
that's where I got all my LED bulbs from.
Moving to all Led's- is this all plug n play?
What LED headlights?!
[quote name='mepstein' date='Mar 13
The led headlights are not cheap but you wont be disappointed. Driving at night is so much easier with bright modern headlights. The high beams are insane.
[/quote]
[quote name='mepstein' date='Mar 13
The led headlights are not cheap but you wont be disappointed. Driving at night is so much easier with bright modern headlights. The high beams are insane.
[/quote]
[quote name='87m491' date='Mar 14 2015, 11:07 PM' post='2160127']
What LED headlights?!
[quote name='mepstein' date='Mar 13
The led headlights are not cheap but you wont be disappointed. Driving at night is so much easier with bright modern headlights. The high beams are insane.
[/quote]
[/quote]
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...mp;hl=headlight
What LED headlights?!
[quote name='mepstein' date='Mar 13
The led headlights are not cheap but you wont be disappointed. Driving at night is so much easier with bright modern headlights. The high beams are insane.
[/quote]
[/quote]
http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?sho...mp;hl=headlight
Thx, looks like all of my"E" codes with replaceable bulbs might be getting outdated. Thankfully it also looks like reasonable LED bulbs for existing lamps may be right around the corner. Even if they generate some heat it will be nowhere near that of a 100W H1/HD and no wiring upgrades needed is also a money/ time saver.
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What LED headlights?!
Moving to all Led's- is this all plug n play?
YES!
Hopefully Spoke will have a set of his led boards available to me at hershey so I can be all (almost) led.
Ohhhh.
Thats a good idea...
Zach
Curious question to electrical engineers out there: how much does having all LEDs change the load on the circuits, battery, and alternator?
Will all LEDs benefit my old car by putting less stress on the 55amp system?
In short, Yes
The LED bulbs are far more efficient in terms of overall draw and service life vs the OE incandescent bulbs we were running. I can't quantify the overall change in power load, but I can tell you that my idle used to change (drop) when I pulled the headlight switch on...it doesn't any more!
This info is geared towards home lighting solutions but you can see how dramatic the differences are in terms of draw:
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There are other benefits as well--longer life, not sensitive to humidity, less sensitive to heat/cold, and low heat generation (i.e. they dont typically get "hot")
Thanks for the links and excellent pictures 
this is awesome information.
thanx.. this is what I have been looking for.
has every one who has replaced their dash bulbs happy with them?
superbrightleds.com is the place for me.
914 luva
Did you read DD comments about not being able to use your dimmer if you replace the dash light bulbs with LED's? I would like to hear more about this problem and how to resolve it if possible.
this is awesome information.
thanx.. this is what I have been looking for.
has every one who has replaced their dash bulbs happy with them?
superbrightleds.com is the place for me.
914 luva
Did you read DD comments about not being able to use your dimmer if you replace the dash light bulbs with LED's? I would like to hear more about this problem and how to resolve it if possible.
of course.
i replaced my instrument panel bulbs with led. yes you cannot use the dimmer but i dont think that is a problem to me. it is a good upgrade in my opinion. my problem with the regular bulbs was that they are too dim even in full strenght (ok my speedometer is 10mph off but i still want to know my rpm)
Just got my set of instrument lights in the mail from superbrightled,great service and the best prices.
Yet to fit but know they will make a difference,got the interior light lamp a while back and very happy,thanks for the added info will be ordering more for other parts on the car.
EDIT,fitted replacement metric speedo, led instrument lamps made a real difference,the lighting seems be more around the inside of the gauge housing than before.
QUOTE(mepstein @ Mar 14 2015, 07:26 PM)
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QUOTE(87m491 @ Mar 14 2015, 11:07 PM)
What LED headlights?!
QUOTE(mepstein)
subscribed to a great thread. thanks
QUOTE(bandjoey @ Mar 14 2015, 03:53 PM)
Moving to all Led's- is this all plug n play?
YES!
I finally got around to ordering these bulbs. Thanks again for picking out the correct ones for our cars. Hopefully Spoke will have a set of his led boards available to me at hershey so I can be all (almost) led.
QUOTE(mepstein @ Mar 23 2015, 07:30 PM)
Hopefully Spoke will have a set of his led boards available to me at hershey so I can be all (almost) led.
Ohhhh.
Thats a good idea...
Zach
GREAT thread
Curious question to electrical engineers out there: how much does having all LEDs change the load on the circuits, battery, and alternator?
I had to replace my alternator last month. I use the 914 to commute, and was bummed I didn't have time and funds to go from a 55amp alternator to a 75 or greater. I drive in the dark with the radio blasting, headlights and foglights, so draw lots of current
Will all LEDs benefit my old car by putting less stress on the 55amp system?
FYI - I am running the GE Nighthawk LED headlights linked in the thread above, but all other lights are currently "normal."
Curious question to electrical engineers out there: how much does having all LEDs change the load on the circuits, battery, and alternator?
I had to replace my alternator last month. I use the 914 to commute, and was bummed I didn't have time and funds to go from a 55amp alternator to a 75 or greater. I drive in the dark with the radio blasting, headlights and foglights, so draw lots of current
Will all LEDs benefit my old car by putting less stress on the 55amp system?
FYI - I am running the GE Nighthawk LED headlights linked in the thread above, but all other lights are currently "normal."
Where is a good source for missing dome light housing? Also other
lenses and such.
Thanks Brian
lenses and such.
Thanks Brian
QUOTE(Chris Pincetich @ Mar 24 2015, 08:28 AM)
Curious question to electrical engineers out there: how much does having all LEDs change the load on the circuits, battery, and alternator?
Will all LEDs benefit my old car by putting less stress on the 55amp system?
In short, Yes
The LED bulbs are far more efficient in terms of overall draw and service life vs the OE incandescent bulbs we were running. I can't quantify the overall change in power load, but I can tell you that my idle used to change (drop) when I pulled the headlight switch on...it doesn't any more!
This info is geared towards home lighting solutions but you can see how dramatic the differences are in terms of draw:
Click to view attachment
There are other benefits as well--longer life, not sensitive to humidity, less sensitive to heat/cold, and low heat generation (i.e. they dont typically get "hot")
Which Amber bulb should I purchase to replace the stock bulb in the front turn signal
Edit - never mind. They have a bulb finder on the site that includes our cars
Edit - never mind. They have a bulb finder on the site that includes our cars
they have a nice web site.
https://www.superbrightleds.com/cat/led-veh...914--/49-209--/
https://www.superbrightleds.com/cat/led-veh...914--/49-209--/
Thanks for the links and excellent pictures
In your opinion are the front side markers just as bright as the original bulb or twice or three times as bright? I would like to go Amber LED since my markers lenses are clear, but am not looking for day time running lights on my fender sides. So what do you think?
this is awesome information.
thanx.. this is what I have been looking for.
has every one who has replaced their dash bulbs happy with them?
superbrightleds.com is the place for me.
914 luva
thanx.. this is what I have been looking for.
has every one who has replaced their dash bulbs happy with them?
superbrightleds.com is the place for me.
914 luva
QUOTE(9fourteen14 @ Apr 8 2016, 10:13 PM)
this is awesome information.
thanx.. this is what I have been looking for.
has every one who has replaced their dash bulbs happy with them?
superbrightleds.com is the place for me.
914 luva
Did you read DD comments about not being able to use your dimmer if you replace the dash light bulbs with LED's? I would like to hear more about this problem and how to resolve it if possible.
QUOTE(budk @ Apr 9 2016, 08:22 AM)
QUOTE(9fourteen14 @ Apr 8 2016, 10:13 PM)
this is awesome information.
thanx.. this is what I have been looking for.
has every one who has replaced their dash bulbs happy with them?
superbrightleds.com is the place for me.
914 luva
Did you read DD comments about not being able to use your dimmer if you replace the dash light bulbs with LED's? I would like to hear more about this problem and how to resolve it if possible.
of course.
i replaced my instrument panel bulbs with led. yes you cannot use the dimmer but i dont think that is a problem to me. it is a good upgrade in my opinion. my problem with the regular bulbs was that they are too dim even in full strenght (ok my speedometer is 10mph off but i still want to know my rpm)
QUOTE(abes914 @ Apr 10 2016, 07:01 PM)
i replaced my instrument panel bulbs with led. yes you cannot use the dimmer but i dont think that is a problem to me. it is a good upgrade in my opinion. my problem with the regular bulbs was that they are too dim even in full strenght (ok my speedometer is 10mph off but i still want to know my rpm)
Just got my set of instrument lights in the mail from superbrightled,great service and the best prices.
Yet to fit but know they will make a difference,got the interior light lamp a while back and very happy,thanks for the added info will be ordering more for other parts on the car.
EDIT,fitted replacement metric speedo, led instrument lamps made a real difference,the lighting seems be more around the inside of the gauge housing than before.
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