Tiger_Steve Posted May 5, 2011 Report Share Posted May 5, 2011 Been looking at the "Audi" style flexible LED string for Edge LTD style headlights. As near as I can figure out the offerings, the consist of closely space LED's on an adhesive baking to place inside the headlight housing. They are moderate in cost ($40) Look great Issue is: How can they be installed inside a lens/housing glued together? I've seen lens headlight housings heated in an oven to un-glue. Messy and may damage headlight housing. What color(s) are street legal in California, for this application? I've seen white, blue/white, and yellow/amber offerings, but the manufacturer(s) have no idea about using their product. PlasmaGlow http://www.plasmaglow.com/lightning-eyes-headlight-kit/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cal3thousand Posted May 5, 2011 Report Share Posted May 5, 2011 Been looking at the "Audi" style flexible LED string for Edge LTD style headlights. As near as I can figure out the offerings, the consist of closely space LED's on an adhesive baking to place inside the headlight housing. They are moderate in cost ($40) Look great Issue is: How can they be installed inside a lens/housing glued together? I've seen lens headlight housings heated in an oven to un-glue. Messy and may damage headlight housing. What color(s) are street legal in California, for this application? I've seen white, blue/white, and yellow/amber offerings, but the manufacturer(s) have no idea about using their product. PlasmaGlow http://www.plasmaglo...-headlight-kit/ They would have to be heated to remove the glue. For California, I was under the impression that you can have any color up front as long is it is NOT RED NOR BLUE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger_Steve Posted May 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2011 They would have to be heated to remove the glue. For California, I was under the impression that you can have any color up front as long is it is NOT RED NOR BLUE. Did a little research on this. The LED strip lights have installation instructions that place the LED strip on the housing holding the entire headlight assembly. No need to bake your light housing in the oven, and pry it apart. The LED's are placed on the body under the removed headlight assembly. 3M Double sticky-tape adhesive strip. The illustrated instructions look fairly simple. PlasmaGlow "LumaFlex" has a 12" strip set at $30 http://www.plasmaglow.com/lumaflex-led-strips/ A UTube link can be found at: http://www.plasmaglow.com/lightning-eyes-headlight-kit/ "AutoAnything" is the only site with ACTUAL installation instructions (illustrated) in PDF form: Look for this link! "Download installation instructions". Free Adobe Reader required. This seems to be a link to PlasmaGlow page, but cannot be found on the PlasmaGlow web site????? They sell the sets for about $41, including shipping Tiger_Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cal3thousand Posted May 6, 2011 Report Share Posted May 6, 2011 (edited) Did a little research on this. The LED strip lights have installation instructions that place the LED strip on the housing holding the entire headlight assembly. No need to bake your light housing in the oven, and pry it apart. The LED's are placed on the body under the removed headlight assembly. 3M Double sticky-tape adhesive strip. The illustrated instructions look fairly simple. PlasmaGlow "LumaFlex" has a 12" strip set at $30 http://www.plasmaglo...lex-led-strips/ A UTube link can be found at: http://www.plasmaglo...-headlight-kit/ "AutoAnything" is the only site with ACTUAL installation instructions (illustrated) in PDF form: Look for this link! "Download installation instructions". Free Adobe Reader required. This seems to be a link to PlasmaGlow page, but cannot be found on the PlasmaGlow web site????? They sell the sets for about $41, including shipping Tiger_Steve That looks easy. But in my opinion, those kind of have a cheapish look compared to the real Audi lights. But If you are going that route, check out this kit: its only 13 bucks and uses the same strip leds: http://www.v-leds.co...884454-1-3.html OR http://www.v-leds.co...561957-1-3.html This second link is probably better: 12" of that stuff with the leads wired is only 8.79 each.... so $17 bucks for both sides. For the same price that you are getting at that one site, you could get 2 - 24inch strips. That's way more than enough for our headlights. I'm ordering a super long section of this stuff and using it for auxiliary body/interior lights (glove box for sure), cutting it as I see fit. EDITED: bammer grammar Edited May 6, 2011 by cal3thousand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger_Steve Posted May 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2011 (edited) That looks easy. But in my opinion, those kind of have a cheapish look compared to the real Audi lights. But If you are going that route, check out this kit: its only 13 bucks and uses the same strip leds: http://www.v-leds.co...884454-1-3.html OR http://www.v-leds.co...561957-1-3.html This second link is probably better: 12" of that stuff with the leads wired is only 8.79 each.... so $17 bucks for both sides. For the same price that you are getting at that one site, you could get 2 - 24inch strips. That's way more than enough for our headlights. I'm ordering a super long section of this stuff and using it for auxiliary body/interior lights (glove box for sure), cutting it as I see fit. Thanks, "Bammer". They both do look alike. Like to hear from anyone who installed these, or the V-LED. I have the Edge LTD, which has different housings than any other Ford Edge model. This is a picture of the Edge LTD model, with HID Headlights (stock on this model). The bottom of the turn signal area sticks out, and the only edge is outside the housing in this area. This means sticky-side up, and air exposed, but underneath thew area below the HID headlight. (little clearance.) Here's a posted pic by "doubledeuce". http://www.fordedgef...2-edgefrontjpg/ I was thinking about an "amber" color like the turn signal. I know that any red, or blue lights are not allowed in California. It is questionable about Yellow, or Amber. The guy giving you a ticket is REALLY not knowledgeable about anything but red or blue. Doesn't mean HE knows it's questionable, YOU are stuck for an inspection.So, you have removed the price issue. I have seen similar results with an LED string (like Christmas Tree lights, but can't recall where. Thanks for your help. Tiger_Steve Edited May 7, 2011 by Tiger_Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverEdge2011 Posted May 11, 2011 Report Share Posted May 11, 2011 Those blinking ones look sweet. If I where to put LED on my Edge Limited those would be the ones I would definitely pick. I wish there where some picture out there with these type of LED on there car. I would like to see how they look and to see how bright it acculay look during the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger_Steve Posted May 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 Thanks, SilverEdge2011, I checked out this offering and I am uncertain. While the pair price for 24 inch strips (2) seems very reasonable at $24/pr - free shipping - The Ford has very good turn signals, with the "Limited" model design. I would rather have all white, or all amber - if allowed in California. Left a few messages on this at the DMV web site, but haven't heard back. Would you be familiar with CA requirements? Are these available with amber, or white only, strings? Can't leave a question on the web site. They (you?) ought to incorporate this feature, or supply the availability/compliance information. Tiger_Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cal3thousand Posted May 17, 2011 Report Share Posted May 17, 2011 You'll never hear back from them, I don't care what State DMV it is. All States adopt FMVSS for the most part, and section 108 for lighting is all the same with little additions from State and county that deal mostly with emergency vehicle and trailer laws. Anyhow, for front turn signals, only amber is really acceptable. FWIW, I've had white blinkers (front and back) in So Cal for 5+ years; been pulled over about 3 times without ANY mention of the front blinkers NOR the rear blinkers. And I only had the front tint mentioned once, no ticket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hughes Posted July 4, 2011 Report Share Posted July 4, 2011 Thanks, SilverEdge2011, I checked out this offering and I am uncertain. While the pair price for 24 inch strips (2) seems very reasonable at $24/pr - free shipping - The Ford has very good turn signals, with the "Limited" model design. I would rather have all white, or all amber - if allowed in California. Left a few messages on this at the DMV web site, but haven't heard back. Would you be familiar with CA requirements? Are these available with amber, or white only, strings? Can't leave a question on the web site. They (you?) ought to incorporate this feature, or supply the availability/compliance information. Tiger_Steve Tiger Steve, Did you ever get you Audi lights for your Edge? If, so what kind did you get and also do you have any pics? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger_Steve Posted July 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2011 Tiger Steve, Did you ever get you Audi lights for your Edge? If, so what kind did you get and also do you have any pics? Thanks! I did buy the set from iJDMtoy,com "LED_Audi_Style_Strip_20 inch pair for about $26. Now listed at $16.99. Looks good. Unfortunately, it is very difficult to find the "power" connection. I want the LED lights on whenever the motor is running, and off when it isn't. I have the references for connectors to connect to the correct fuse. http://store.ijdmtoy.com/Audi-Style-Headlight-Fog-Light-LED-Strip-Lighting-p/led_audi_style_strip_sku59.htm I was told that these fuses are on a distribution box, under the dashboard, driver's side. It is not easy to get to the box for THREE reasons: 1) It is, apparently, under the drivers side dash, on the firewall, 2) It may be behind the firewall carpet 3) I may have trouble, with my arthritis, bending my back/neck to work in this area. Maybe I can get my son (or one of my grandson's sons) to get in there! Tiger_Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hughes Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 I did buy the set from iJDMtoy,com "LED_Audi_Style_Strip_20 inch pair for about $26. Now listed at $16.99. Looks good. Unfortunately, it is very difficult to find the "power" connection. I want the LED lights on whenever the motor is running, and off when it isn't. I have the references for connectors to connect to the correct fuse. http://store.ijdmtoy.com/Audi-Style-Headlight-Fog-Light-LED-Strip-Lighting-p/led_audi_style_strip_sku59.htm I was told that these fuses are on a distribution box, under the dashboard, driver's side. It is not easy to get to the box for THREE reasons: 1) It is, apparently, under the drivers side dash, on the firewall, 2) It may be behind the firewall carpet 3) I may have trouble, with my arthritis, bending my back/neck to work in this area. Maybe I can get my son (or one of my grandson's sons) to get in there! Tiger_Steve Tiger Steve, Do you have pictures or instructions on how they are to be installed in the Ford Edge? Also, can you please supply the instructions for connectors to connect to the correct fuse? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger_Steve Posted August 30, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2011 I tried, a few days ago, to send pictures - but the list would not accept them ????? Here is the data from Langstrum's Foundry - however their fuse box is on the left, and ours are under the dash (from interior, under some plastic removable cover to get to the fuses. Lanstrum's version is st: http://www.landstrom...h-foglights.php Here is a small electriical connector from Amazon: and here are the JDM Toy.com ad or the strip, 2 18 inch strips: $25.99 http://store.ijdmtoy...strip_sku59.htm Hope all the attachments get through. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger_Steve Posted September 2, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 2, 2011 I tried, a few days ago, to send pictures - but the list would not accept them ????? Here is a small electrical connector from Amazon: Hope all the attachments get through. Here is the direct Amazon Link to the Amazon fuse taps: http://www.amazon.co..._ecc_rvi_cart_3 (it may not a hot link) Anyway, it may be connected through my own browsing, but close. Search Amazon for "Wirthco", if this link doesn't work. Tiger_Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cal3thousand Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 Side note. Almost done with the Switchback DRL retrofit of my bumper LED strip light housings. Here's a video of footage I took with them in action. Below is the link to another thread I have posted more info. If you have any comments or questions specific to this DRL project, please post them at this thread (I don't want to hijack this thread!): http://www.fordedgef...dpost__p__72390 **[media removed from reply]** That looks amazing! Great job and thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhantomX Posted February 4, 2012 Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 You mentioned the LTD light housing was different than any other Edge, but I have a limited and a sport and they look identical? what's different? Love the idea though might have to give it a try. What's $25 to tinker with it right... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted March 25, 2012 Report Share Posted March 25, 2012 Dude... Seriously... The light pipe is KILLING the brightness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maavalous1 Posted July 16, 2012 Report Share Posted July 16, 2012 (edited) OK... I'm totally awed by all the mods people have done to make the bumper LEDs into real DRL lights. You guys are AMAZING and the results are totally cool!! BUT... What if a guy just wants the factory LED bumper strips to be lit whenever the engine is running? Oh, and obviously, still on when the headlights etc. are on? I don't really want DRLs but think it would look cool to have the LEDs lit when I'm going down the road day or night with or without all the other exterior/headlights on. Don't really care if they come on with the Entry/Exit timed lights... all the parking and mirror lights are on then and that's really plenty of light. Is it as easy as clipping one wire from the factory LEDs and jumping it to another terminal/fuse to supply the power the way I want? I have a 2013 Limited with Auto headlights if that makes a difference. Edited July 16, 2012 by Maavalous1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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