Led Turn Signals on 2013 ES350 - Hyper Flashing or Not?
#17
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Pics - Rear Turn Signals - V-Leds RED V3 Triton LED System
Decided to share some pics of the rear turn signals using the V-Leds RED V3 Triton LED System. Pics don't do it justice, these are crazy bright especially at night. Doesn't appear pink in the daytime unlike others I have seen on the road.
#18
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Need Recommendations???
Has anyone changed out the side marker lights with LEDs? Wondering which ones to purchase, I believe the 194 LEDs would fit but should I get the 360, flank, forward or universals? I will probably wait to change them all at one, since I'll have the wheel well opened up. Also contemplating changing out my Morimoto XB35 H11 bulbs for 3K HID bulb for the fogs lights, to get that JDM look and to actually be more functional fog lights. Since it doesn't appear that TheRetrofitsource (TRS) carry 3K bulbs, I'm looking for recommendations. I would also like to know if anyone has change out their foot well and mirror puddle lights? Again which LED and style of bulb? The foot wells appear to be LED already but they are little weak.
#19
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Whew! They do look bright! Can you share with us any difficulties during the install? Any tips now that you have done it. Thanks...
#20
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TRS does carry 3000K HID bulbs corrected
Has anyone changed out the side marker lights with LEDs? Wondering which ones to purchase, I believe the 194 LEDs would fit but should I get the 360, flank, forward or universals? I will probably wait to change them all at one, since I'll have the wheel well opened up. Also contemplating changing out my Morimoto XB35 H11 bulbs for 3K HID bulb for the fogs lights, to get that JDM look and to actually be more functional fog lights. Since it doesn't appear that TheRetrofitsource (TRS) carry 3K bulbs, I'm looking for recommendations. I would also like to know if anyone has change out their foot well and mirror puddle lights? Again which LED and style of bulb? The foot wells appear to be LED already but they are little weak.
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For Lexusrhyno: I have a question regarding the socket adapters. If you use a socket adapter in the OEM Lexus turn signal socket, how did you mount the other end of the cable with the new LED bulb?
#22
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V3 Triton LED "System" not just a bulb
Unboxing the VLED - V3 Triton LED System Gen2
#23
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Did the "new" socket - the one that holds the LED - mount into the Lexus taillight housing? i.e. twist and pull out the factory amber bulb and socket from the housing, insert new LED and socket into factory hole and twist to secure. If not, how did you mount the new LED in the taillight?
BTW, the photos are excellent...
BTW, the photos are excellent...
Last edited by bc6152; 08-03-13 at 11:10 AM.
#24
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Yes, initially looking it the system, it is appear quite daunting for all this hardware to replace the functionality of a single wedge base bulb. There is a black finned collar with 6 predrilled screw holes for you to matchup with your factory bulb's lock tabs. I used only 2 screws in 180 degree pattern, exactly across from each other. This locking collar twists into the taillight housing, then you can twist the bulb deeper into the housing if you like. The anodized collar then screws in behind the black collar to lock the position of the LED in place. The hard part is finding a place for and securing the control module as well as the excess wiring.
#25
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Yes, initially looking it the system, it is appear quite daunting for all this hardware to replace the functionality of a single wedge base bulb. There is a black finned collar with 6 predrilled screw holes for you to matchup with your factory bulb's lock tabs. I used only 2 screws in 180 degree pattern, exactly across from each other. This locking collar twists into the taillight housing, then you can twist the bulb deeper into the housing if you like. The anodized collar then screws in behind the black collar to lock the position of the LED in place. The hard part is finding a place for and securing the control module as well as the excess wiring.
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Ok, Now I get it. I couldn't understand how the new socket was secured and didn't know about the additional screws that act as socket tabs. You explained that clearly and I appreciate your taking the photos and answering my questions. Now I have to order the set. Good Luck with yours...
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I found the VLED Tritons to be too large with no good place to secure them in the taillight. I ordered two (2) universal sockets with decoders attached and two (2) amber LED's from ijdmtoy. The universal sockets will not fit the factory Lexus mounting hole accessible in the trunk area. I used a Dremel tool to modify the sockets and they now fit perfectly and very securely, locking into place with tabs. Cost: bulbs were $29.99 a pair and the sockets with decoders were $12.99 a pair. They work perfectly, are stored completely inside the taillight compartment, and look beautiful. No factory wiring or hardware was altered in the process.
http://store.ijdmtoy.com/7440-LED-Hy...9.htm?CartID=1
http://store.ijdmtoy.com/18-SMD-5050...443_sku201.htm
http://store.ijdmtoy.com/7440-LED-Hy...9.htm?CartID=1
http://store.ijdmtoy.com/18-SMD-5050...443_sku201.htm
Last edited by bc6152; 08-08-13 at 02:34 PM.
#29
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The square edges of the socket must be beveled off, all four edges. The circular lips (2) at the front of the socket must be cut off square with the remaining surface. There are 4 tabs on the universal socket, two - the larger of the four - are cut off even with the body. Before beveling the edges and cutting off the large tabs you must remove the black rubber gasket so that it does not get damaged. After all this you can insert the socket into the factory mounting hole, line up the small tabs, twist and lock it in place. I used a Dremel tool and it took less than 5 minutes for each socket. Make sure you wear glasses as plastic chips fly everywhere.
1.Open trunk and remove turn signal compartment cover.
2.Turn factory T.S. socket CCW and remove. You will see an amber bulb. Remove bulb by pulling straight out.
3.Insert the male end (plug) of wiring assembly (the ijdmtoy) into the Lexus socket firmly.
4.Insert the LED bulb into the modified ijdmtoy socket, insert this socket into the Lexus factory mounting hole, line up the small tabs, twist and lock into place.
5.Use a zip tie to secure remaining wiring and stuff it into the taillight space.
6.Turn on the ignition and check it out.
#30
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