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Old 07-26-16, 06:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Lakersfan
i installed the same bulbs for my front turn signals. they are bright as *****!!!
Are they too bright? If you had to do it all over again, would you use the same bulbs or look for an alternative?
Old 07-26-16, 02:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Sevn86
So do the resistors that come with this kit get hot, or is it a decoder box to eliminate hyper flash? If it's the first then I wouldn't mount them in the trunk. They could get super hot and melt the trunk lining or even cause a fire. If it's just a decoder then no need to worry. I have the v3 tritons and they have actual resistors so to avoid any fires I place two resistors in the engine bay mounted to metal with high heat 3m tape. FYI if anyone does opt for the V3's you only need one set of resistors to eliminate hyper flash for both the front and back sets..
I'm going to check this out to see if they do get hot. Thanks for pointing this out!!

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The website does say the boxes are decoders.

http://store.ijdmtoy.com/No-Hyper-Fl...s-p/20-001.htm

Features
  • US patent pending
  • 21 pieces high power 5730-SMD LED Emitter per bulb
  • Much brighter than the stock 7440 turn signal bulb
  • Plug and play design with no modification required for the installation
  • Come with Plug-N-Play decoders so no need to add additional load resistors
  • No more annoying hyper flash problem
  • Fit: most Japanese cars such as Acura, Honda, Infiniti, Lexus, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Scion, Subaru, Toyota etc replacing the 7440 single filament bulbs for front or rear turn signal lights ONLY
  • Available color: amber yellow
  • Content: one pair (2 pieces)

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Old 07-26-16, 04:51 PM
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I just installed them a few days ago and really like them. I don't think I need to worry about heat, since it only comes on when the circuit is energized...right. It's a turn signal, so it's on for 1-2 seconds at a time.
Old 07-27-16, 02:42 AM
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Originally Posted by DallasDave
Are they too bright? If you had to do it all over again, would you use the same bulbs or look for an alternative?
I think they might be a bit much. The turn signals are lighting up signs across the street. But at least everyone knows im turning or making a lane change. Including the space station
Old 08-06-16, 07:09 AM
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I used these in my 2010 ES, front and rear, for several years without any issues
I plan on putting them in my 2016 ES.
I prefer the look and they are brighter than the stock bulb.
Old 08-06-16, 10:02 AM
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Finally got to doing this simple mod. I've had the red overlays on the orange portions of my tail lights which made it slightly more difficult to see when signaling, but now with the LED its bright and obvious.

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Old 08-11-16, 06:00 AM
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Isnt there a bulb out there that has a built in resister? how can this "extra" box be installed into a tail light assembly?
Old 08-11-16, 06:58 AM
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Check out the bulbs with the built in resistors. They are llllloooonnnnggggg and several people complain about still having hyperflash problems.

The box is not installed in the housing itself. If you look closely at the LED kit referenced in this thread, you'll see that there is several inches of wire between the LED bulb and the box. Install the bulb, then find a place to mount/wedge/zip-tie/glue the box nearby. If you open your trunk and locate the tail light bulb access covers, you'll see there is about a inch clearance between the tail light housing and the trunk liner. Many people just wedge the box between the two and Voilà!
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Are both the front and rear turn signals the same bulb(size)?
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Yes, I believe so!
Old 08-11-16, 07:08 PM
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so i brought some bulbs for mine and the dreaded hyper flash happened.

with the ijdm ones, did you guys have any problems with hyper flash? does the rear signals need load resistors too?
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Originally Posted by supra725
so i brought some bulbs for mine and the dreaded hyper flash happened.

with the ijdm ones, did you guys have any problems with hyper flash? does the rear signals need load resistors too?
No hyper flash for the iJDM, but they have a decoder box for each that is easily hidden.
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I installed the rear ones, very easy. However on my 2010 ES there was a panel in the inner fender that you could open to access the front turn signals but on the 2016 the owners manual shows that you have to undo the 3 fasteners and pull the inner fender liner back to access the turn signal. Kind of a pain. I will tackle this weekend.
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Originally Posted by RKF350
I installed the rear ones, very easy. However on my 2010 ES there was a panel in the inner fender that you could open to access the front turn signals but on the 2016 the owners manual shows that you have to undo the 3 fasteners and pull the inner fender liner back to access the turn signal. Kind of a pain. I will tackle this weekend.
When you do find front can you please post a diy?
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Originally Posted by imrankh24
When you do find front can you please post a diy?
Check the first page of this thread 🤔

Theres also a picture posted of the access panel in the left wheel well.


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