2021 IS Rear Turn Signal Bulb Swap to LED
11-01-21, 04:09 PM
#77
Driver School Candidate
11-01-21, 04:12 PM
#78
Driver School Candidate
Honestly I couldn't notice a difference in color between the incandescence and the LED. I know that in person you can definitely tell they are LED now. Now I am finished! YaaaaY!
Last edited by skygunner; 11-01-21 at 04:16 PM.
11-01-21, 04:26 PM
#80
Lexus Champion
11-01-21, 04:35 PM
#81
Racer
11-01-21, 04:36 PM
#82
Racer
Perfect! I’ll be getting these myself. Thank you for testing and sharing the results.
11-01-21, 04:39 PM
#83
Lexus Champion
11-01-21, 05:03 PM
#84
Racer
Please don’t take this as a backhanded question. I’m genuinely curious as you seem to know more about this than I. Could you please elaborate a bit more? I guess my main question is this, assuming I just use my blinker for like a minute or two at a light, and then don’t use it again for another 5 minutes or so, is there any real risk? I understand your concern as it relates to prolonged usage. I just don’t know that it’s something we should worry about for minimal usage. Thanks in advance.
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skygunner (11-01-21)
11-01-21, 05:08 PM
#85
Lexus Champion
I'm not saying I know more than you. I only stated why a small resistor is a higher fire hazard risk versus a larger one when they both dissipate the same amount of energy. I personally will not use any bulb that sinks 21 watts of heat in the base of the bulb.
11-01-21, 05:12 PM
#86
Driver School Candidate
All I know is that I went through a serious amount of reviews, and no one mentioned a fire. I also don't expect to be using them for extended periods of time....
I'm sure they would hyper flash, long before they catch on fire.
I'm sure they would hyper flash, long before they catch on fire.
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TipsyTonio (11-01-21)
11-01-21, 07:08 PM
#87
BillCannon, he used these. 194 ZEVO LED Mini Bulb, Pack of 2 194LED.BP2: Advance Auto Parts
As the packaging says, you can also use a 168 or 2825 bulb. Please note that under the same product number there seem to be two variations. There are some that 1.0W and some that are 0.5W. If you order online you have no idea of knowing which you will receive. Alternatively you can just go in store and check the packaging.
As the packaging says, you can also use a 168 or 2825 bulb. Please note that under the same product number there seem to be two variations. There are some that 1.0W and some that are 0.5W. If you order online you have no idea of knowing which you will receive. Alternatively you can just go in store and check the packaging.
Does it matter 1W vs .5W beyond personal preference of brightness?
[QUOTE=TipsyTonio;11153971
And truthfully, for me at least, the reason for upgrading them is making the car feel like the $55,000 car that it is. There's no reason why some $20,000 cars have full LED lights, but a $55,000 car makes you pay $1250 to get LEDs in the front, but you still have no OEM way of getting LEDs in the back.[/QUOTE]
Makes sense, that’s how I feel about wireless charging, memory seats, and crappy ventilated seats.
11-01-21, 07:41 PM
#88
Racer
Aside from the wattage/brightness, there is no difference. They should both be the same color temperature. If you want a less bright look, get the 0.5W, especially since there are A LOT of lights in the IS. But if you want your car to be able to be seen from the International Space Station (yes please for me) get the 1.0W.
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skygunner (11-02-21)
11-05-21, 10:23 PM
#89
Driver School Candidate
The rear turn signals are still going strong with no issues.
Saw these and had to order.....
https://www.ebay.com/itm/124987431792
Saw these and had to order.....
https://www.ebay.com/itm/124987431792
Last edited by skygunner; 11-08-21 at 10:23 AM.
11-09-21, 07:36 PM
#90
BillCannon, he used these. 194 ZEVO LED Mini Bulb, Pack of 2 194LED.BP2: Advance Auto Parts
As the packaging says, you can also use a 168 or 2825 bulb. Please note that under the same product number there seem to be two variations. There are some that 1.0W and some that are 0.5W. If you order online you have no idea of knowing which you will receive..
As the packaging says, you can also use a 168 or 2825 bulb. Please note that under the same product number there seem to be two variations. There are some that 1.0W and some that are 0.5W. If you order online you have no idea of knowing which you will receive..
thanks again for the advice!
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TipsyTonio (11-10-21)