Reliable DRL/High Beam Bulbs
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Reliable DRL/High Beam Bulbs
I have a 2007 Rx 350 with AFS lights, but I would like to replace the DRLs for LEDs, I want to match my low beams and fog lights. Does anyone have a reliable and high lumens DRL/High Beams LED bulb suggestion? Also do they turn down to 50% when in DRL mode?
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I am currently on my 3rd pair of LED daytime running lights ordered online. Why? Because each brand may have differing color temperatures that may not match your existing lights, and because the DRLs get half the voltage flickering is a common theme among LED swap outs. You will likely need a load resistor or anti flickering module. I’m somewhat picky, so I kept trying until I found the right product.
However, I recently discovered a new generation of LED lights which does not require ballast, load resistors or any of those other complicated parts. I just odered these from Amazon. They are for the GS 300 (9005) drl. I will install them this weekend. Check the numbered code for you RX to match the proper light. Plenty of new options out there. Happy hunting.
Auxbeam LED Headlight Bulbs NF-S1 Series LED Headlights with 2 Pcs of 9005 HB3 H10 9145 LED PHILIPS CSP LED Headlight Conversion Kit 50W 8000lm 6500K Single Beam - 1 Year Warranty
However, I recently discovered a new generation of LED lights which does not require ballast, load resistors or any of those other complicated parts. I just odered these from Amazon. They are for the GS 300 (9005) drl. I will install them this weekend. Check the numbered code for you RX to match the proper light. Plenty of new options out there. Happy hunting.
Auxbeam LED Headlight Bulbs NF-S1 Series LED Headlights with 2 Pcs of 9005 HB3 H10 9145 LED PHILIPS CSP LED Headlight Conversion Kit 50W 8000lm 6500K Single Beam - 1 Year Warranty
Our 9005 Xtreme LED PRO Kits make a good High Beam/DRL replacement. They are colour-rated at 5500K (crisp white - no blue, no yellow), so they usually do a pretty good job of matching other OEM LED lighting, although that can be tricky without knowing what those OEM LEDs are rated.
If your 9005 bulb also runs as a DRL, you need to select the 'with CANBUS' option on these - the extra modules stop them from flickering/having startup issues in DRL mode, but the LEDs themselves are just On or Off, they are not able to dim down to 50% in DRL mode.
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If your 9005 bulb also runs as a DRL, you need to select the 'with CANBUS' option on these - the extra modules stop them from flickering/having startup issues in DRL mode, but the LEDs themselves are just On or Off, they are not able to dim down to 50% in DRL mode.
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Auxbeam LED Headlight Bulbs NF-S1 Series LED Headlights with 2 Pcs of 9005 HB3 H10 9145 LED PHILIPS CSP LED Headlight Conversion Kit 50W 8000lm 6500K Single Beam - 1 Year Warranty https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074GZ3S4Q..._YVkNAb9HFCE1Q
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Firstly, sorry for not updating my progress sooner. While I’ve had these new lights for several weeks I’ve only gotten around to installing them two days ago. My initial observations are: (1.) The AuxBeams are significantly brighter than the LEDs they replaced. I can see my lights in the reflection of the rear bumbers of other cars. (2.) The highbeams WORKS! This was a minor concern for some owners and I’m happy to report that the highbeam functionality is retained with these LEDs. (3.) some of the minor flickering remains 
. It’s only noticeable to the most observant eye, but it’s still there. I will need to add a pair of canbus modules to stop the minor flickering.
I will try to update as I go. Unfortunately my iPhone 7 isn’t powerful enough to provide clear photographs of DRL LED lights without the distortion caused by the bit rate/frame rates.
. It’s only noticeable to the most observant eye, but it’s still there. I will need to add a pair of canbus modules to stop the minor flickering. I will try to update as I go. Unfortunately my iPhone 7 isn’t powerful enough to provide clear photographs of DRL LED lights without the distortion caused by the bit rate/frame rates.
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Firstly, sorry for not updating my progress sooner. While I’ve had these new lights for several weeks I’ve only gotten around to installing them two days ago. My initial observations are: (1.) The AuxBeams are significantly brighter than the LEDs they replaced. I can see my lights in the reflection of the rear bumbers of other cars. (2.) The highbeams WORKS! This was a minor concern for some owners and I’m happy to report that the highbeam functionality is retained with these LEDs. (3.) some of the minor flickering remains
. It’s only noticeable to the most observant eye, but it’s still there. I will need to add a pair of canbus modules to stop the minor flickering.I will try to update as I go. Unfortunately my iPhone 7 isn’t powerful enough to provide clear photographs of DRL LED lights without the distortion caused by the bit rate/frame rates.
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The AuxBeams are nice but as I mentioned, there is some minor flickering. I ordered some canbus drivers today from Amazon which should arrive on Tuesday. Hopefully those will eliminate the flickering. I’ll report back.
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I returned the canbus drivers back to Amazon. They did NOT resolve the flickering issue for the DRL. I also removed the Auxbeams 9005 out of frustration. However, I was able to find a truly plug and go solution on E Bay for my 9005 daytime running lights. Installed these back in April of 2018 and couldn’t be happier. The color temperature is just like the newer car models you see on the road with DRLs. 
And most importantly, NO FLICKERING!
Here’s the link to set I ordered.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F382062033041
And most importantly, NO FLICKERING!
Here’s the link to set I ordered.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F382062033041
Last edited by Propulsion; Dec 19, 2018 at 08:23 AM.
For those looking for a functioning high beam with daytime running lights then I would recommend the 9005 Xtreme LED Pro Headlight Kit with DRL LED Drivers. With this LED kit the high beams will be up to 30% brighter while allowing the DRL to function in a dimmer mode.
Check out this video from a 4runner which helps demonstrate the lights:
Danny
Check out this video from a 4runner which helps demonstrate the lights:
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I returned the canbus drivers back to Amazon. They did NOT resolve the flickering issue for the DRL. I also removed the Auxbeams 9005 out of frustration. However, I was able to find a truly plug and go solution on E Bay for my 9005 daytime running lights. Installed these back in April of 2018 and couldn’t be happier. The color temperature is just like the newer car models you see on the road with DRLs.
And most importantly, NO FLICKERING!
Here’s the link to set I ordered.
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F382062033041
How would you say the high beam brightness compared to stock?
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For those looking for a functioning high beam with daytime running lights then I would recommend the 9005 Xtreme LED Pro Headlight Kit with DRL LED Drivers. With this LED kit the high beams will be up to 30% brighter while allowing the DRL to function in a dimmer mode.
Check out this video from a 4runner which helps demonstrate the lights:
https://youtu.be/xo4kZQR44_k
Danny
Check out this video from a 4runner which helps demonstrate the lights:
https://youtu.be/xo4kZQR44_k
Danny
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If you want to keep your highbeam functionality I believe one of the vendors (XenonDepot) here on this thread may have some options.
Danny
