Jump to content

Bye bye purple Amp Research LEDs.

BlackOps
 Share

Recommended Posts

BlackOps Enthusiast

BlackOps

Posted
  • Author
Posted

Any pics further away to see the light output all the way across from a distance?

  • Replies 33
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Popular Posts

BlackOps
BlackOps

Hrmmmm...I like the evenly distributed light as opposed to 2 pods that I have.

Mike1220
Mike1220

here we go, I finally found them after snooping through Texas Husker's posts haha, the lights aren't a perfect match, but they are close enough for my OCD to not freak out. http://www.ebay.com/itm/

Posted Images

Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

Mike1220

Posted
Posted

Any pics further away to see the light output all the way across from a distance?

I'll get one tonight. I took one in the past but can't seem to find it

Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

Mike1220

Posted
Posted (edited)

First one doesn't accurately depict the color, but the others do. These are VERY white. Match the other LEDs on these trucks well

33D46969-DA58-4193-A3B1-813347617A8A_zps

B36997F1-CD82-4447-9FE8-F9C21EAB2D31_zps7599826B-6C34-4A2F-926F-6A3EF7D768AA_zps

Edited by Mike1220
BlackOps Enthusiast

BlackOps

Posted
  • Author
Posted

Did you wire them into the power and ground wires that came built into the harness? You said you cut a 16' strip in half, so did you only use a 1 power and ground on each side of the truck leaving the other 2 unused?

Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

Mike1220

Posted
Posted

Did you wire them into the power and ground wires that came built into the harness? You said you cut a 16' strip in half, so did you only use a 1 power and ground on each side of the truck leaving the other 2 unused?

You are correct sir. Only one on each side is used, the other 2 (one per side) have a wire nut and waterproofing tape from xkglow (came with my footwell pods actually haha) to keep them in good condition should I ever decide or need to change to something else and have to use them.

BlackOps Enthusiast

BlackOps

Posted
  • Author
Posted

Hrmmmm...I like the evenly distributed light as opposed to 2 pods that I have.

  • Like 1
Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

Mike1220

Posted
Posted

Hrmmmm...I like the evenly distributed light as opposed to 2 pods that I have.

 

 

I originally had plans to get a set of 10 XK pods and put 5 per side (only so that there would be more light more evenly distributed) but then I found the strip on eBay (thanks to TexasHusker) and had to give it a try for $8

BlackOps Enthusiast

BlackOps

Posted
  • Author
Posted

And they match the XKGlow pods exactly? 'Bout time you updated that sig pic. Lol

BigRedd Enthusiast

BigRedd

Posted
Posted

You are correct sir. Only one on each side is used, the other 2 (one per side) have a wire nut and waterproofing tape from xkglow (came with my footwell pods actually haha) to keep them in good condition should I ever decide or need to change to something else and have to use them.

 

Mike - Any chance that you have any more detail on the specific strips you ordered from eBay? Specifically:

 

- Color: It seems like the same manufacturer keeps popping up - but they don't provide K ratings for the color of their lights. They only provide their subjective terms "daylight white", "cool white", etc.

- Water Resistance Level (IP rating) - This manufacturer offers indoor, IP65, and IP66 water resistance levels. I am focusing on IP66 water resistance, because I can see an awful lot of water getting splashed up on these strips at pretty high pressure from the front tires.

 

In the absence of any more detail, this is the one I think I'm going to go with: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Super-Bright-600LED-5050-SMD-LED-Strip-Waterproof-IP66-Tube-12V-144W-Cool-White-/191307456299?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c8ad01f2b

 

Thanks for the info already provided on this.

Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

Mike1220

Posted
Posted (edited)

 

Mike - Any chance that you have any more detail on the specific strips you ordered from eBay? Specifically:

 

- Color: It seems like the same manufacturer keeps popping up - but they don't provide K ratings for the color of their lights. They only provide their subjective terms "daylight white", "cool white", etc.

- Water Resistance Level (IP rating) - This manufacturer offers indoor, IP65, and IP66 water resistance levels. I am focusing on IP66 water resistance, because I can see an awful lot of water getting splashed up on these strips at pretty high pressure from the front tires.

 

In the absence of any more detail, this is the one I think I'm going to go with: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Super-Bright-600LED-5050-SMD-LED-Strip-Waterproof-IP66-Tube-12V-144W-Cool-White-/191307456299?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c8ad01f2b

 

Thanks for the info already provided on this.

I can't find the listing on eBay for the lights at the moment. I'll get on my laptop and look through some old posts and convos as I know I've posted it before and PM'd it to some. I want to say these lights are IP66 or IP67. As for color specs, I don't have any. They were listed just the same as most cheap LED strips on eBay are, "daylight white" "cool white" or "natural white" which I think these were natural. Edited by Mike1220
RKeeper1 Enthusiast

RKeeper1

Posted
Posted (edited)

I can't find the listing on eBay for the lights at the moment. I'll get on my laptop and look through some old posts and convos as I know I've posted it before and PM'd it to some. I want to say these lights are IP66 or IP67. As for color specs, I don't have any. They were listed just the same as most cheap LED strips on eBay are, "daylight white" "cool white" or "natural white" which I think these were natural.

I followed your lead on the xkglow pods and you say these lights match those pods in color good? If so, one you figure out what lights they are, I'll order them. I have a roll on my watch list on eBay but they're "pure white" so I'm not sure of them matching. Let us know when you find it! Edited by RKeeper1
Mike1220 Senior Enthusiast

Mike1220

Posted
Posted (edited)

I followed your lead on the xkglow pods and you say these lights match those pods in color good? If so, one you figure out what lights they are, I'll order them. I have a roll on my watch list on eBay but they're "pure white" so I'm not sure of them matching. Let us know when you find it!

 

 

 

Mike - Any chance that you have any more detail on the specific strips you ordered from eBay? Specifically:

 

- Color: It seems like the same manufacturer keeps popping up - but they don't provide K ratings for the color of their lights. They only provide their subjective terms "daylight white", "cool white", etc.

- Water Resistance Level (IP rating) - This manufacturer offers indoor, IP65, and IP66 water resistance levels. I am focusing on IP66 water resistance, because I can see an awful lot of water getting splashed up on these strips at pretty high pressure from the front tires.

 

In the absence of any more detail, this is the one I think I'm going to go with: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Super-Bright-600LED-5050-SMD-LED-Strip-Waterproof-IP66-Tube-12V-144W-Cool-White-/191307456299?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c8ad01f2b

 

Thanks for the info already provided on this.

 

here we go, I finally found them after snooping through Texas Husker's posts haha,

the lights aren't a perfect match, but they are close enough for my OCD to not freak out.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/5M-300-Waterproof-LED-3528-SMD-SUPER-Cool-White-Flexible-Light-Strip-60LEDS-M-/151549378388?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item23490bff54&nma=true&si=IOYusAobIDKBHtqSwIFxI3Y88Vo%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557

 

EDIT: so I'm just realizing that the seller isn't selling the item anymore :dunno:

Edited by Mike1220
  • Like 1
quise2024 Enthusiast

quise2024

Posted
Posted (edited)

I want to do this for my regular side bars, can anyone provide insight on how to wire an LED strip to shine when the doors are opened and/or when the unlock button is hit

Edited by quise2024

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing

  • Recently Browsing   0 members

    • No registered users viewing this page.

  • Forum Statistics

    250.5k
    Total Topics
    2.7m
    Total Posts

  • Member Statistics

    342,962
    Total Members
    8,960
    Most Online
    contrabombarde
    Newest Member
    contrabombarde
    Joined

  • Who's Online   1 Member, 0 Anonymous, 701 Guests (See full list)

  • Latest Articles

  • Posts

    • Jsdirt
      2010 Avalanche 5.3 not running correctly after engine swap.

      By Jsdirt · Posted

      From where I'm sitting this sounds like a compatibility problem. I'm assuming the 2007 was a 900-series truck, and not an 800-series (they were sold side-by-side in dealerships that model year), since it starts and runs.   This is why I HATE post-2006 vehicles. Everything becomes a huge problem when you try to keep the thing running for longer than the manufacturer has designed it to.    I can't remember when Global-A architecture started - either '10 or '11. For your sake, you had better hope it's '11, or you're going to be spending some BIG money to correct this cluster-eff. That's something you need to find out before doing anything else. You may have several computers bricked ... but the fact that it runs tells me you MIGHT be ok here.     EDIT: Just did a quick refresher. You're screwed. This is Global-A. The 2 systems are NOT compatible in the slightest. Once you get the correct engine in there that IS compatible, you're going to need to see how many computers are locked. Absolute NIGHTMARE to straighten out, too. Your buddy might be better off cutting his losses and finding something else.   Welcome to post-2006 vehicle electronics. This is why I quit the industry, and drive nothing built after 1994. This stuff takes all the fun out of wrenching!  
    • bwiese
      Show Us Your 2019 & Up T1 Pictures !

      By bwiese · Posted

      Recently acquired new 2026 Silv. 1500 WT  - L3B + 4WD,  std cab + std bed, in (duh!) Sierra White. Upgrades: replaced 'steelies' w/  Vision "Flow" black alloys,  17x8.5"; HDX nerf bar w/steps (black powdercoat); Weatherguard large/deep alloy saddle toolbox; Michelin fitted bedmat (sale, perfect fit) Weathertech door sill guards TBD: rear wheebox liners 4x black fender arch trim - searching for best  (Putco: chrome only; not looking for flares either!) -Bill    
    • Chuck FB
      Tire psi

      By Chuck FB · Posted

      True, hard to say what differences there may or may not be between Chev and GM as well as a production year or mid year part change either.    I just found it odd that under the Sierra choice on the Autel that many of the last few years of production year did not include the choice of changing the tire pressure but if that is an Autel thing or a GM thing as to why the choices were not there. Knowing what tpms sensors are on the truck should give some guidance into which choices on the tool even make sense to try as I wouldn't give up just yet with the tool but I guess he will see what if anything he comes up with if he finds out a bit more info and tries a few more things on the Autel. 
    • davester
      Needing this part.

      By davester · Posted

      I'm sure if you went to a junkyard where you go in and pull the part off the truck yourself, not a used part place where they do it for you, you can get that part on it's own.  Depending on if and what else you would be buying, and time of day, they might even just skip over adding it as a item to the bill.
    • davester
      PF63 Oil Filters Going Away?

      By davester · Posted

      No, we trade them like pokeman cards.

  • GM-Trucks.com Clubs

  • Popular Contributors

×
×
  • Create New...