LED DRl's

[robthebubble]

I don't think there is anything available to replace them. The only way is to have something manufactured which would cost a fortune. The only way I can think is to have some sort of bulb holder which clips over the led instead of having silicone. Any replacement smd's would still need some minor DIY but it this idea would speed things up.

Will probably get some bulb holders and have a practice on the spare vents I have.

 

[rik_t]

I have just got some of these connectors:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/310405991600?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

I plan on using something like this to protect the bulb and connector by sliding them inside:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261114763...eName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

 

[shnazzle]

I have just got some of these connectors:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/310405991600?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

I plan on using something like this to protect the bulb and connector by sliding them inside:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/261114763...eName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Those connectors are the same I got and are quite good.

Watch out for the tubing though because the inside diameter is probably a good 2-3mm less.
I just got some and it doesn't fit.
Also, there is what seems like a bayonet fitting on the bulb sockets, which would be AMAZING if they had some accompanying covers, but they don't

I'm going to get plastic PVC tubing of 2 sizes and going to get some plastic welding going.
It's going to take a while, but I want to develop a good concept that is easily installable, replaceable and removable.


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[rik_t]

I saw there are fitting areas for some kind of cover, really would like to find some to fit.

 

[shnazzle]

I saw there are fitting areas for some kind of cover, really would like to find some to fit.

If you find them, let me know. I've looked for hours. Including with everybody who supplies the connectors. Odd


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[robthebubble]

Are the connectors waterproof or are they just a way of holding the bulbs in place?

Ideally, what is required is a way of pushing the bulbs in from the back and then clipping a waterproof cover on over the top.

 

[shnazzle]

Are the connectors waterproof or are they just a way of holding the bulbs in place?

Ideally, what is required is a way of pushing the bulbs in from the back and then clipping a waterproof cover on over the top.

Not waterproof. Just connectors so that they can actually get replaced


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[robthebubble]

I cant see how they would work because (and correct me if I'm wrong) but the lights slot in from the front so basically if the lights are already attached to the vents these connectors clip over the back of them (instead of covering them in silicone). I suppose it woudl tidy the back up and make it neater but still not ideal.
I've just had an idea....it could be possible to utilise the holes which hold the vents on the car so that you basically make a seperate light fitting which clips/sits behind the vent. This can easily allow access to the lights if they need replacing.
I think further investigtion is required!...but it will have to wait until I've done my mirror puddle lights and indicators!

 

[shnazzle]

I cant see how they would work because (and correct me if I'm wrong) but the lights slot in from the front so basically if the lights are already attached to the vents these connectors clip over the back of them (instead of covering them in silicone). I suppose it woudl tidy the back up and make it neater but still not ideal.
I've just had an idea....it could be possible to utilise the holes which hold the vents on the car so that you basically make a seperate light fitting which clips/sits behind the vent. This can easily allow access to the lights if they need replacing.
I think further investigtion is required!...but it will have to wait until I've done my mirror puddle lights and indicators!

That's exactly what I'm going for. Something that you basically don't need to mess around with the grill for. And it's proving difficult but it shall be done!

Once you've got that, it's easier to fashion them for any car


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[rik_t]

My plan is to buy some of the tubing I mentioned above, put the glass disk on the end of the tube and attach to the grill. Then just slide the bulb/bulb holder into the tube, providing tubes are correct size it should be a nice tight fit.

 

[robthebubble]

That's exactly what I'm going for. Something that you basically don't need to mess around with the grill for. And it's proving difficult but it shall be done!

Once you've got that, it's easier to fashion them for any car


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How about using a heat gun to mold the front plastic plate to the shape of the vent? Make the holes and fix the lenses in place, then have a back plate which houses the LEDs and this gets clamped to the front (some how?)...perhaps when screwed into the car it clamps it together?

 

[shnazzle]

What I'm planning is this (will see if I can draw this tomorrow):

A single fixing plate, shaped to the vent and 10mm holes drilled where needed, no more than 2mm thick and uses same screw-holes as vent.
Glass cabochons glued/siliconed into place in the holes.
Short tubes (10-15mm long, and approx 12-14mm internal diameter) welded/glued to the fixing plate and the cabochons.
Electronics made and siliconed to make waterproof.
Rubber rings on SMD connectors that push into the tubes tightly.

The last part is my challenge, the rest will work.





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[robthebubble]

What I'm planning is this (will see if I can draw this tomorrow):

A single fixing plate, shaped to the vent and 10mm holes drilled where needed, no more than 2mm thick and uses same screw-holes as vent.
Glass cabochons glued/siliconed into place in the holes.
Short tubes (10-15mm long, and approx 12-14mm internal diameter) welded/glued to the fixing plate and the cabochons.
Electronics made and siliconed to make waterproof.
Rubber rings on SMD connectors that push into the tubes tightly.

The last part is my challenge, the rest will work.

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I know exactly what you mean....have a look for some plumbing poly pipe reinforcers, sold in Screwfix etc. this may be just what you need for the tubes. Got some in the garage so I can take measurements if required.

 

[wedgie27]

As in opposite the ambulance station?...that's my nearest Tesco, about 3 mins up the road.

Yes mate!! I'm sure you've seen my car parked in just tyres car park then

 

[robthebubble]

Yes mate!! I'm sure you've seen my car parked in just tyres car park then

Yep, that will be me....until they put bollards up!

 

[VAGUE]

Since no one ever really posted a single pic of the actual DRL LED kit (ZGB1P0052190) installed, here's how it looks on my 2011 FL FR (for informational purposes ):

Judge them yourselves.

 

[Speed-FReek]

Since no one ever really posted a single pic of the actual DRL LED kit (ZGB1P0052190) installed, here's how it looks on my 2011 FL FR (for informational purposes ):

How do they wire in? do they just connect up to the ignition live so they always just come on with the ignition, or do they connect up to the existing DRL wiring so they are "intelligent" and can be configured through the MFD the same way as the standard DRLs?

 

[VAGUE]

How do they wire in? do they just connect up to the ignition live so they always just come on with the ignition, or do they connect up to the existing DRL wiring so they are "intelligent" and can be configured through the MFD the same way as the standard DRLs?

They're connected separatedly from the existing DRLs; if you disable the DRL function from the MFD, they will remain on while the existing ones will extinguish.

These are the only conditions where they'll light up:

Engine on is a must

- When headlamp switch is in the 0 position.

- When headlamp switch is in the AUTO position (if available) and there's enough daylight to have the DRLs activated.

Also, when the headlamp switch is in the 0 position and the engine is turned off, they'll stay on for a couple of seconds serving the Coming Home feature, however, their configuration seems to be independent from the actual MFD setup that controls the rest of the lights when the switch is in AUTO position.

Here's a brief explanation on how it's phisically wired in: