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LED lamps for 3rd brake light

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by Tullie D, Jun 1, 2019.

  1. Jun 1, 2019 at 12:37 AM
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    Tullie D

    Tullie D [OP] Well-Known Member

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    The search function hasn't helped me. :mad:

    I'm trying to find BRIGHT replacement LED lamps for my 3rd brake light. My Access Cab's 3rd brake light has, I believe, 3 #194 incandescent bulbs. Google has helped, but not a lot. There's plenty of LED replacements available, but which one?

    Most seem to attempt to mimic incandescent lamps, shining light in all directions. I "think" a unidirectional lamp would work better in this application. That narrows the field down a lot, but still leaves a lot. :notsure:

    I've found a couple from Super Bright LEDs, and Diode Dynamics that seem to be good possibilitys.

    I'm looking for recommendations. What has worked for you?

    :fingerscrossed:
     
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  2. Jun 8, 2019 at 2:45 PM
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    Tullie D

    Tullie D [OP] Well-Known Member

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    I went ahead and tried some replacement LEDs from Super Bright LEDs. The ones I chose to try are 194-NWHP5 natural white. When comparing them side by side to the 194 incandescent, without the red lens cover on, these LEDs do appear much brighter. But when I put the red lens cover on, they only appear slightly brighter. Hmm...

    I can't really say that I'm terribly disappointed in them, but I do wish they were brighter. I may try some others...


    I also got a LSC-100A Brake Strobe Module. Have not installed it yet. I want to have a new 3rd brake light gasket on hand before I tear the old one off. :)
     

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