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Old 01-16-12, 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Egeiger
VLEDs will replace any light i had one show up DOA and another fry while installing and they shipped me 2 new ones the same day i made a request for an advance replacement.

didn't have to pay shipping or anything they sent out a new one and i sent the old one back.
yes they are sending me replcements i just have to send back my dmg ones.
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Old 01-30-12, 09:37 PM
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does anyone know the size of the rear license plate bulbs? I want to switch them to 6k v-led to match the rest of my lights. I know, it's nuts.

This site doesn't list it.

http://www.modifiedlife.com/2008-lex...lb-size-guide/
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Originally Posted by Dimitri
does anyone know the size of the rear license plate bulbs? I want to switch them to 6k v-led to match the rest of my lights. I know, it's nuts.

This site doesn't list it.

http://www.modifiedlife.com/2008-lex...lb-size-guide/
You can't change the LED bulbs because it is intergrated as part of an assembly - the assembly would need to be replaced.

chi123 did manage to change the LEDs but believe it is not easy to do because it was not designed to be replaced.

Originally Posted by chi123
It is an integrated LED for all years and it's the same one. There's no bulb inside and for those whose bulbs went out, they need to buy a whole new assembly which is $80. I looked up Sylvania's guide and it did say 168. I got excited to make it whiter and brighter so I went ahead and took apart the trunk only to find out there is no bulb inside. But I did install new LEDs in the end.
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Old 01-31-12, 06:48 AM
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If you are looking for any other fitments check out our all new "Shop By Vehicle" tool. It list the various lightbulbs that the vehicle uses.

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Here is option #3 from brociouz's suggestions.

Parking lights alone


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With 8K HIDs on
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Full shot with headlights and fogs on
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Old 02-29-12, 08:15 PM
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great thread. thanks for the info OP
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Sorry, i'm such a noob. For the Puddle Light, which JLC LED bulbs should i get since the V-LEDS needs dremeling to fit? From what Sango stated, the 5-SMD, I was unable to locate them on their website.

-JLC LEDs fits right in, correct?
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Old 03-01-12, 10:19 AM
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Originally Posted by KL411
Sorry, i'm such a noob. Which JLC LED bulbs should i get since the V-LEDS needs dremeling to fit? From what Sango stated, the 5-SMD, I was unable to locate them on their website.

-JLC LEDs fits right in, correct?
You're talking about this one. Yes it fits.

http://www.jlclightings.com/T10-168-...0111502-03.htm

PM BAUSauto, which is JLC and is a CL forum vendor for CL pricing.
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Old 03-01-12, 10:25 AM
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Man, i love this forum, you guys are on top of it, such a quick response
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Nice write up! Thanks!
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Originally Posted by RDIS250AWD
great thread. thanks for the info OP
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Nice write up! Thanks!
You're welcome guys! One of these days I'll get around to writing a more extensive lighting thread that covers everything...
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Here are some pictures of the High power Putco T10 / 194 led bulb:






This bulb uses a high quality Nichia LED diode that is rated at approx 90 lumens.

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This thread needs to be updated to include:

- 7.5W 360 degree bulbs (http://store.ijdmtoy.com/Plasma-High...t15_sku326.htm)

- 5W Cree projector style bulbs
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whats the lumens rating though?
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Originally Posted by jsmacks
This thread needs to be updated to include:

- 7.5W 360 degree bulbs (http://store.ijdmtoy.com/Plasma-High...t15_sku326.htm)

- 5W Cree projector style bulbs

I was advised that they do fit, but with the continuous use they can get run too hot and risk premature burnout.

After reading the comparisions, I thought I would go with a decent 360 degree SMD LED bulb. Giving these a whirl for $5.98 shipped:

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