M4rk

There is another variable introduced in his setup due to aftermarket headlights that double the DRL strip as an amber turn signal. IIRC he explained it's connected to the existing turn signal wiring, so I hypothesize that it introduces additional resistance specific to his use-case.

I just picked up two VLR-6 resistors from VLEDS to handle this once and for all, though I expect I may need two more in the rear. I won't install them until the spring.. it's too cold to be wrenching on anything right now

John00

their response is good. Personally I wouldnt mix built in with external resistors. This is because although they call them inline they are not inline electrically, thay are in parallel. this will drop the resistance too much because now you have 2 added, one from the buiolt in and one from the external.

this also applies when connecting a drl to another wiring. this will decrease the resistance that the supply perceives because these are also added in parallel.
any leds without resistors for heat only purposes as in flashers wont really make much difference