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Diode Dynamics SL1 Review

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by VangaSTL, Jan 23, 2018.

  1. Aug 11, 2018 at 9:20 PM
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    VangaSTL

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    No. I tried to setup a GB with them but they are very particular. Have to become an authorized dealer to get discount
     
  2. Sep 11, 2018 at 5:58 AM
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    Any updates as to how the bulbs are working? I am looking to purchase these over the GTR Gen3 LEDs.
     
  3. Sep 11, 2018 at 6:24 AM
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    Still work great. I took this picture last weekend.

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  4. Sep 11, 2018 at 6:32 AM
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    I have the diode dynamics hid conversion kit for my 17 offroad in 6000k bulbs and i really happy with them. I almost went with these LED’s but decided against it.
     
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  5. Sep 11, 2018 at 6:35 AM
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    If your looking for light output, HID is definitely the way to go. But the install is slightly more complicated for those with little experience. The LEDs don't put out as much light but are an easy plug n' play install
     
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  6. Sep 11, 2018 at 7:50 AM
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    Looks great! Did you go with the DD’s for the fog lights as well?
     
  7. Sep 11, 2018 at 8:14 AM
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    Yeah, they are the XML2 fog lights (discontinued), their updated model is the SLF.

    I also have their 30" stage series light bar mounted between the bumper and the grill.

    lightbar.jpg
     
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  8. Sep 11, 2018 at 8:38 AM
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    Those are some super nice pics and nice truck by the way! I like the setup and I saw that they have SLF now, the light bar looks sweet! Thank you very much for the feedback. I’ll be placing the order for the SL1’s.
     
  9. Sep 26, 2018 at 10:15 AM
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    Did you plug and play or use the relay harness? Any issues?
     
  10. Sep 26, 2018 at 1:00 PM
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    It's strongly recommended to use the relay harness. Not saying this would ever happen but if something in the wiring were to get damaged by, would you rather a $20 harness get thrown in the trash or your truck's OEM harness?
     
  11. Sep 27, 2018 at 6:29 AM
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    I bought the 30 dollar harness its worth it
     
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  12. Nov 9, 2018 at 4:45 PM
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    I just installed mine,, sucks that roads are wet so can't really see how bright they are on road. I'm hoping they look better on dry road
     
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  13. Jun 6, 2019 at 2:18 PM
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    update: I swapped the SL1s to my high beams, but light pattern looks a little scattered, ill see if i can get a pic later tonight. Also seems to be aiming very high. Is there a easy way to adjust headlights down a bit?
     
  14. Jun 6, 2019 at 2:20 PM
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    I know the low beams have a vertical adjustment but I'm not sure if the highbeams do or not. I'll look in a little bit
     
  15. Jun 6, 2019 at 2:44 PM
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    I need to adjust low beams also, i guess we all do when we lift if it doesnt keep factory rake. Easy adjustment?
     
  16. Jun 6, 2019 at 3:01 PM
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    Super easy. On the back of the assembly you'll see a cog. Use a Philip's screwdriver and insert it into the guide to make contact with the cog. Rotating the screwdriver will adjust the projector up and down

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    Hes not speculating, he did this and tested brightness at different distances compared to many other products.
     
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