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LED flashers doubling as break lights??

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by Bengland25, Nov 18, 2012.

  1. Jan 28, 2013 at 7:58 PM
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    Hmm... well now you've got me going back to the original plan, except minutes all the relays and BS all together. This is basically plug and play module for OP needs. I have worked with ShoMe flashers before and love them, just wasn't familiar with this one.

    Only concern is this is rated for 6 amps max, 3 per side. With 2 lights per side for a total of 4, don't you think well be pushing the limits pretty close if not exceeding them
     
  2. Jan 30, 2013 at 8:35 AM
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    Haha I like this, have multiple guys with experience and knowledge working on this. I know it'll work great, just to figure out now which will be easier and clean.

    I am holding off on buying lights right now.

    As far as which will be blinking for turn signals, I think it would look awesome to have them do 1&2 do left and 3&4 do right! If we can swing that... If not no worries.

    My main goal is to have multi functional lights that are both dust lights and blinkers. If we could find clear lensed LED's with both amber and red that would be cool but probably not necessary or possible from what I've researched. Haven't found a single on that doesn't cost hundreds for that type of light..
     
  3. Jan 30, 2013 at 6:38 PM
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    This is any "help" threads dream come true with all this bouning ideas around to find the best option.

    OK, so after looking at everything, I think going back to the original design but substituting the ShoMe 11.1005STT as mentioned earlier is the best option. This flasher gives us the option to wire the lights directly into the turn signals without any need for relays, diodes, or crazy wiring schematics.

    I did the math on the power ratings for THESE lights that you found earlier. It does not show the wattage of each light, BUT we can assume that each individual LED does not exceed 1w each. That means that each light consumes no more than 10w total. 10watts @ 12 volts = 0.83 amps. So it is safe to assume that each light draws less than 1 amp in total. So our max power consumption will be 2 amps per side, and 4 amps total. This module limits us to 6 amps MAX and 3 amps per side. It calles for a 5 amp fuse so we will make it just fine.

    My final recommendation would be to order the following:

    -ShoMe Flasher 11.1005STT retails for $48.22 but can be found much cheaper online.
    -Two sets of THESE led lights you found on ebay
    -A custom on/off switch of your liking from Otrattw.
    -A small single momentary push button switch.
    -Misc wiring and installation supplies.
     
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  4. Jan 31, 2013 at 7:43 AM
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    No kidding, this is more then I've ever hoped on a "help" thread! So thanks to everyone!

    Ok so I will be ordering this stuff if its the final solution. Anything your concerned about with this setup or should it all go smoothly??
     
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  5. Jan 31, 2013 at 11:46 AM
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    No I'm sure this is it :thumbup:
     
  6. Feb 14, 2013 at 6:10 PM
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    Haha oh good! In waiting until I have the cash then I'll be buying the goods and setting up a time to install with you!

    Definitely haven't forgotten this and I appreciate the help! Can't wait until I can get this going!!
     
  7. Mar 3, 2013 at 11:52 PM
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    Is this still happening?
     
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    As soon as I get money, ABSOLUTELY!
     
  9. Mar 27, 2013 at 7:09 AM
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  10. Mar 27, 2013 at 2:42 PM
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    :notsure: Waiting on OP.
     
  11. Mar 28, 2013 at 5:43 PM
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    It'll happen! Bills suck! Just waiting for a few hundred to be free and set aside! Sorry guys :(
     
  12. Jun 22, 2013 at 2:27 PM
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    SOOOOOOO Boss gave me a raise, refinancing my truck and bills are nice and steady.

    Still down to do this?? thinking of buying supplies next weekend and possibly installing either the weekend of the 4th or the following weekend.

    Sorry I disappeared on this thread, just havent had time or money to do it!
     
  13. Jun 23, 2013 at 3:20 AM
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    I thought you died! Glad to know your still around ;)

    Let's get this project going :woot:
     
  14. Jun 23, 2013 at 4:21 PM
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    AGREED! lol

    so just curious as to if this is the correct Sho Me LED Flasher, as well as making sure these Lights will work just as well if not better then the first ones I found??

    Let me know buddy, planning on ordering this coming thursday as well as all my switches :)
     
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  15. Jun 26, 2013 at 6:32 AM
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    Hey can you double check and make sure the that those are the correct and usable lights that I linked in my last post? Also want to make sure that's the correct sho me flasher. Thanks buddy! Should be ordering tomorrow!
     
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    this:

     
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  17. Jun 27, 2013 at 6:17 AM
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    Ottraw switches and sho me have been ordered! The lights are local so I am planning on picking them up today or tomorrow! Stoked for this mod :)
     
  18. Jun 28, 2013 at 4:38 PM
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    Got the lights!!!

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  19. Jun 29, 2013 at 11:09 PM
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    Got the Sho Me Flasher in today!!!

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    All we need now is a date and time for install!!! :thumbsup:
     
  20. Jun 29, 2013 at 11:26 PM
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    Nice! I'm gonna recommend you cut the box and install the lights on your own cuz that's gonna take time and I don't have the resources to cut the box. Once the lights are in I can help you wire it up. It's going to be pretty hard to schedule a time cuz I work 7 days a week now, usually around 70+ hours a week. I don't even have time for the GF so hopefully we can figure something out.
     

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