Thread: HID and DRL

I got the new style led canbus bulbs today for the side lights. One word, AWESOME. Totally transforms the look and they are so bright, who needs DLR`s with these switched on. No warnings on the dash either. When I imported my Merc it had to have an inspection. It failed as the sidelight bulbs were leds and they stated they were not bright enough in daylight. These bulbs consist of 12 smd leds and are a 100 times better and brighter. Cant wait for the 55w Hids to arrive.

Originally Posted by wayneg

I got the new style led canbus bulbs today for the side lights. One word, AWESOME. Totally transforms the look and they are so bright, who needs DLR`s with these switched on. No warnings on the dash either. When I imported my Merc it had to have an inspection. It failed as the sidelight bulbs were leds and they stated they were not bright enough in daylight. These bulbs consist of 12 smd leds and are a 100 times better and brighter. Cant wait for the 55w Hids to arrive.

Where did you find those? I'm running 5 smd leds version with canbus too that i'll trash in the town car (Chevy Spark)

Originally Posted by wayneg

Just thought I would bump this to the top again to see if anyone had has a good result yet with the can-bus issue.
There seem to be a few kits on the market now which are different to the one I fitted to my Merc. H4 hi low which are completely plug and play, one individual set for each side, ( Bulb ballast and error cancel unit) not one set running from the same kit loom.

Looks like we are talking about the same style of kits (bikes kits) and that'll work for sure. I tested it.

Originally Posted by 996TURBO

Where did you find those? I'm running 5 smd leds version with canbus too that i'll trash in the town car (Chevy Spark)

Put the 5 led ones in the number plate lamps, I have done that and they look good. The 13 led ones are from e-bay as usual And at around A$3.50 for the pair delivered should be a compulsory buy for any P38 owner.


2 T1O 501 13 SMD LED Side Wedge CANBUS Light Bulb Lamp | eBay

Thanks for the link. Already have replaced all the bulbs of the p38 by leds. Even trashed a 80smd strip in the tailgate to lighten the trunk like a vegas limo

Originally Posted by 996TURBO

Thanks for the link. Already have replaced all the bulbs of the p38 by leds. Even trashed a 80smd strip in the tailgate to lighten the trunk like a vegas limo

Dont get me started on my love of LED`s. I have replaced most of the lights in my house with LED`s, many with remote control colour changing and flashing modes. Have many led strips hidden for mood lighting and can out perform most night club light shows.

quite a while ago I started to put a list together of replacement LED lights for the P38 at LED Lights PaulP38A.com

I should revisit it as I have replaced most lights except the dash with LED's.

I would welcome contributions to complete the list.

Wayne - I'd love to hear more about your project to replace household lighting too... maybe in another forum? I have replaced a few of the screw-type lights with LED's, but not the bayonet or G10's yet.

Cheers
Paul.

Originally Posted by wayneg

Just got and paid the final bill and after exchange conversion its A$73.39, RESULT!

Hey ley us know how they turn out... I really like the sound of the 55's and that pirce is a steal compared to the majority of car type kits.

As an aside, do you know: How much are replacement globes and how long are they supposed to last? Are there any adverse things to be aware of when using for 4wd like swimming, hot/cold climate and bumps and bangs?