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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 10:22 PM
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Originally Posted by 2genIS
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I replace 4 LED front signal... I bought a relay from V-LED... it work but your unlock/ lock light will not come on... V-LEd send a replacement but unfortunately it doesn't work again... I'm in the process of getting a resistor.. I think the resistor probably work a lot better then this decoder...
Did you get the new revised one? My lock/unlock works fine with the V-LED.
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 10:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Sango
Did you get the new revised one? My lock/unlock works fine with the V-LED.
I have no idea if they send a new revised one?.... but the second one they sent was even worst then the first one... the first one work lock/unlock but only driver blink.. passenger doesn't... I received a different one and this time ether driver or passenger blink..
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 10:57 PM
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I have no idea if they send a new revised one?.... but the second one they sent was even worst then the first one... the first one work lock/unlock but only driver blink.. passenger doesn't... I received a different one and this time ether driver or passenger blink..
I think you probably got the older one. The current one is in the link below; it looks most likely the same as you have but it's the inside which is different which addresses the issue.

http://www.v-leds.com/Electronic-Fla...-p4957253.html

Make sure you tell them you want that one.
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 11:04 PM
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So if I buy that I don't need to tap my stock wires with load resistors, or I'll still need to purchase resistors as well?
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 11:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Sango
I think you probably got the older one. The current one is in the link below; it looks most likely the same as you have but it's the inside which is different which addresses the issue.

http://www.v-leds.com/Electronic-Fla...-p4957253.html

Make sure you tell them you want that one.
yup, that the one they replace with... it doesn't work...
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Old Jun 4, 2012 | 11:13 PM
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So if I buy that I don't need to tap my stock wires with load resistors, or I'll still need to purchase resistors as well?

you don't need to tap w/ load resistor... the relay will do everything... I bought one from v-led and its doesn't work for me... work for others.. hopefully it will work for u.. good luck bro
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Old Jun 5, 2012 | 12:49 AM
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So if I buy that I don't need to tap my stock wires with load resistors, or I'll still need to purchase resistors as well?
Correct, if you get the LED turn signal relay, do do not need anything else.

Originally Posted by 2genIS
yup, that the one they replace with... it doesn't work...
I wonder if it's the LED type you're using it's not making them work.

The resistor method is more of a guess because it's hard to measure how much draw they do since it's little. I would prefer this way myself since I don't prefer the first slightly long flash.
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Old Jun 5, 2012 | 10:58 PM
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I agree Sango, I notice the flash is slightly longer then the factory flash... the relay is so much easier and no tapping needed.. but I guess I have to go this route now... not that hard at all..
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 11:33 AM
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These LED Decoders for the turn signals are perfect for some cars, but I'll be honest, they are not compatible with all cars.

Since these have slightly less resistance than the regular resistors, they may still cause the hyper-flashing issue or may not work with the vehicle at all. Some vehicles may also need two per side, just keep these in mind when purchasing it!

It seems like these work well for most Lexus vehicles though from what we've seen by selling it.
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 12:30 PM
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^^Yep...that was the case for me. I purchased them and they don't work. Pretty upset about it actually
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 07:22 PM
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Did you get anymore info about the CREE you were looking for?
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Old Jun 6, 2012 | 10:01 PM
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Yes, but I am going to wait until I find a viable option before I purchase the new bulbs. I guess after I get my refund I will get the V-Leds module.
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Old Jun 7, 2012 | 05:20 PM
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Thank you iJDMTOY!!!

I just got this message from your company:

"Dear Customer,

Thank you for letting us know.

We went ahead and process the order for the 1 piece 8 pin relay to be shipped out to you please allow 1-2 business day for the order to process and ship out, please keep in mind if this does not work we will need you to send back the relay and the adapters for a refund.

For any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us at anytime.

Sincerely,
Doc "

Great customer service....hopefully this works!!!
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Old Jun 7, 2012 | 11:14 PM
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I just installed 4 resistor in the front... I should have gone this route.. no problem w/ lock/unlock and flashing in normal speed instead of longer flash
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Old Jun 8, 2012 | 12:01 AM
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^
Technically I could have resistors up the front too, but here is the thing. When you're using load resistors, it sort of defeats the purposes of LED which uses less power.
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