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The Everything Breakout Thread
#3821
So my info is for those folks or anyone else looking to use the newest generation of high power LED 1157 bulbs, that's all, purely to lend some help and info. I've used all of the older types like the one you linked to, and the variants available at Kragen / Pep Buys / Autozone- To me they are way too dim in the daytime, and most don't last more than a year. The ones I linked to on Amazon also have a 2yr warranty, and JDM does actually honor it without hassle. They are pretty much 2x to 3x as bright, contain a driver IC circuit and proper heat sinking (e.g. so they last a long time).
Anyway- Not sure why the negativity towards a simple DIY- if you hate it that's all good, your bike looks great. Me I want the brightest lights I can get with the crazy LA drivers out here, and I'm pointing out there is a significant difference between what you're using and what I am using. We're all about variety here. Peace out man- have a Happy Holidays.
#3822
I wasn't hating, just saying there was another option.
These bulbs are nothing like the ones at the local parts stores. I used them before as well. They suck bad.
The bulbs I posted are very bright and work well, and require no modification. As for them lasting, they have been in my bike since August 2014, so not bad.
These bulbs are nothing like the ones at the local parts stores. I used them before as well. They suck bad.
The bulbs I posted are very bright and work well, and require no modification. As for them lasting, they have been in my bike since August 2014, so not bad.
#3824
#3825
I wasn't hating, just saying there was another option.
These bulbs are nothing like the ones at the local parts stores. I used them before as well. They suck bad.
The bulbs I posted are very bright and work well, and require no modification. As for them lasting, they have been in my bike since August 2014, so not bad.
These bulbs are nothing like the ones at the local parts stores. I used them before as well. They suck bad.
The bulbs I posted are very bright and work well, and require no modification. As for them lasting, they have been in my bike since August 2014, so not bad.
The third pic is in my carport - check the red light throw on the ground behind bike! that is just tail light.
The light is actually VERY red. It is so bright it is washing out my iphone camera and it shows up in the pics more orangy. But it is purely deep red light not a hint of orange. I guess overall you could say it is on par with the newer Mercedes LED tail lights as far as output. Seriously though.. way way brighter.
#3827
Thanks- i hope my pics have helped demonstrate that there is yet another option as well as a clear difference. just like you went with the led bulbs in your link because you found them superior to the 'pep boys' variety, I'm doing the same thing more or less with the even newer gen of LED bulbs. And the nice thing is the newest ones cost less per pair, and realistically, it's pretty easy to make them fit.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Top-Leather-...-/191088944185
Last edited by ChickinOnaChain; 12-17-2015 at 12:17 PM.