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Yep we have been working with the guys a diode dynamics on this setup. We are an authorized reseller/installer.They have one of our sets of SLT headlights and we go back and forth on how the setup needs to work. Can't say enough awesome things about those guys. The only thing waiting on now are the drivers for it and then getting some builds lined up will be possible.

These will be a million times better than Oracle. Lol. So much less money too. Can't disclose pricing or release date as we have agreed to only share what they want us to share.

These are very bright leds and being a replacement board it provides a very uniform light distribution. The heat sinks will ensure that the leds stay bright over time and last as long as (if not longer than) oem. A switchback board will also be coming soon for those not into the RGB stuff.

We are really looking forward to getting these up in our website and getting installs going. Wish I could share more info but stay tuned.......

Do you know the brand & model of LED that is being used?

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Yep we have been working with the guys a diode dynamics on this setup. We are an authorized reseller/installer.They have one of our sets of SLT headlights and we go back and forth on how the setup needs to work. Can't say enough awesome things about those guys. The only thing waiting on now are the drivers for it and then getting some builds lined up will be possible.

These will be a million times better than Oracle. Lol. So much less money too. Can't disclose pricing or release date as we have agreed to only share what they want us to share.

These are very bright leds and being a replacement board it provides a very uniform light distribution. The heat sinks will ensure that the leds stay bright over time and last as long as (if not longer than) oem. A switchback board will also be coming soon for those not into the RGB stuff.

We are really looking forward to getting these up in our website and getting installs going. Wish I could share more info but stay tuned.......

 

I just called Diode Dynamics today and chatted about it and I'm waiting on them to finish my retro.

 

I cancelled my preorder from Oracle and they messaged me today saying they just got them in stock but I'm not interested. I want the RGBW LEDs that Diode Dynamics offers and their service is way better.

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I have 4 extra headlights laying around to play with, I opened 2 more today. Dropped the chrome off at the bodyshop today to get it all painted up

 

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I have 4 extra headlights laying around to play with, I opened 2 more today. Dropped the chrome off at the bodyshop today to get it all painted up

 

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If you are free, I REALLY would like to probe those wires and see how they tick.

Dangerdick Enthusiast

Dangerdick

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Got the projectors mounted to the factory shroud finally. Ended up using motherboard standoffs for spacing and it worked perfect!

 

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I have 4 extra headlights laying around to play with, I opened 2 more today. Dropped the chrome off at the bodyshop today to get it all painted up

 

 

 

 

as in 4 sets of headlights or 2 sets of spare headlights?

 

and if you are willing to part with a set, please let me know.

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Thanks diode dynamics for working with us and getting these completed. Rgbw boards with true white led not just rgb. Should be building sets in the next few weeks for those who have been waiting. Switchback boards also coming this week as well.

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V1ZION Enthusiast

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Thanks diode dynamics for working with us and getting these completed. Rgbw boards with true white led not just rgb. Should be building sets in the next few weeks for those who have been waiting. Switchback boards also coming this week as well.

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Is it possible you'll build a set that have switch back capabilities?

 

 

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I have a couple questions. Did spurshot make you those brackets? If so is he selling them? Also how do you remove the stock projector? Do you just have to pull on it? I tried and I was scared I was going to break something. Im referring to the entire black plastic piece that has the white clips attached to the adjustment pins.

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Spurshot did, yes. I don't know if he's selling them or not but he is absolutely amazing for sending them to me and it really made a difference!

 

Reheat the back housing with the projector attached to soften the socket joints and then use one of these

 

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