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2009 back up lights

Old 01-26-12, 01:42 PM
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I agree it's not worth it. Instead do an extended windshield wash and hope they have crappy wipers
Old 01-26-12, 07:23 PM
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LOL, i'm sure its not legal but would be great to have for tailgaters
Old 01-29-12, 05:56 AM
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If i was tailgating you and you did that to me it would **** me off. I would not irritate drivers on the road like that. It is you who may be sorry. Lots of nut s out there.
Old 01-29-12, 09:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Howiefied
HID Spotties in the back? Surely not.

While tempting it is to blind other drivers, i personally would let the guy through. Guys who tailgate aren't right in the head in the first place, no point escalating it to a road rage situation.
i concur... let the moron go around u
Old 01-29-12, 09:52 AM
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so the Cree 6 watt bulbs are the best for backing up?

What's the link to them on vleds or similiar retailers??
Old 02-01-12, 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by pauljcl
You should check whether your set-up is legal. I don't believe it is.
When did any retrofit is legal in the first place ? As long as you abuse and turn on in front of cops, you are fine. My friend had it on his for over 5 years nothing.
Old 02-03-12, 03:46 PM
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I already have hid back up light on my rx330 and it is brighter. it helps me backup at night alot easier because I added limo tint on my rear doors and back window plus tinted tail light. But, I'm thinking about removing tint on my tail light to have more light output. it is pitchy black at night. I added this just to see better at night. I don't have separate switch for tailgaters. Just you know, mine is only 15w and it is made for backup light, not regular 35w hid.

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Old 02-03-12, 04:06 PM
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I believe that the 5W CREE LED bulbs we carry are a perfect upgrade that is affordable and reasonable:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=iYZo7428y54

Picture of my own car with a regular SMD LED bulb on the left and the 5W Cree LED bulbs on the right:


PM me for more details!

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Old 09-10-12, 01:38 PM
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Default Remove center shroud on back up light

For those who have replaced the back up light on the RX350 with projector 921 CREE LED, did you remove the center shroud that covers the OEM light? If so, what is involved in removing it?
Old 10-25-13, 11:12 AM
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Originally Posted by kitlz
I went with V-LEDS in the 450h. They're pretty bright when reversing. I also changed out the interior lights with their bulbs. Very happy with them.
Hey Kitlz,

Did you go with v-led's leds in your 330 as well? If yes, can you please list the part numbers for each type of bulb you used?

Thanks in advance!
Old 10-25-13, 12:19 PM
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I did this with the 921 lights from V-LED

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/rx-...leds-pics.html
Old 10-26-13, 11:00 PM
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Originally Posted by pbeach
For those who have replaced the back up light on the RX350 with projector 921 CREE LED, did you remove the center shroud that covers the OEM light? If so, what is involved in removing it?
That is an excellent question. Much of the problems with rear visibility lighting are due to the really weird 'shroud'' It blocks most of the light. If the shroud were removable, there would be no need for the LEDs or brighter bulbs. I have tried to speculate on the function of the shroud (other than blocking the light, which is non-sensical). I tried to find a way to remove it cleanly, but was afraid parts of it would end up - unreacheable - in the light fixture. If anyone knows how to remove it, please let us know.
Old 10-27-13, 01:10 AM
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Has anyone used any leds from V-LED for their interior? If yes, can someone please list the bulbs used and what part of interior they were used in?

Will be much obliged
Old 10-27-13, 07:17 AM
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this may help http://www.superbrightleds.com/cat/l...s-/33-905-52-/
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