I got bored and replaced all the LEDs
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I got bored and replaced all the LEDs
Maybe I should of called the thread replaced all the stock bulbs with LEDs. I replaced all exterior as well, no pics yet.
Very easy to do with some patience, basic tools, a 40w soldering iron and beers.
And just because,
Very easy to do with some patience, basic tools, a 40w soldering iron and beers.
And just because,
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Originally Posted by sjsingle1
are those different size leds in the steerin wheel radio switch? can you give me a complete how to?
Pop out the controls. They come out easy From top and bottom, just pry gently with a small flathead. They disconnect facing on the outside
Pull apart the controls.
Break the old bulbs off.
Solder leds with 1/4watt 470ohm resister on the cathode (longer, +) side of the led.
Ensure you are soldering to the + side of the board with the cathode. The positive side is the blue wire side. If I remember correctly the + are the inside points on the seek controls And the outside of the vol controls. If you get lost just follow the tracks embedded in the board, follow both sides.
I melted small amounts of solder on the iron then rolled it on where needed. Youll be fine if you take your time and keep a steady hand.
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looks amazing!!! a tip tho to everyone- since the camaro has blue film behind it, it will still light up (slightly lighter) blue if you replace the bulbs wit white bulbs instead of blue ones PLUS youll retain the red parts of the gauges as well as having well lit needles.
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looks good, i really need to finish my switches. do you remember what was positive/negative on the switches for the lights? i cant really tell by your pic.