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Noob at searching....flatbed questions!

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by xMr NinjAx, Mar 10, 2015.

  1. Mar 10, 2015 at 9:05 PM
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    xMr NinjAx

    xMr NinjAx [OP] Member

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    I've tried to search and can't seem to find anything helpful for wiring up flatbed LED lights. I want to go to single red single clear. So red would be 3 into 1 light. Clear is reverse. I know someone on here has done this well. I'd like to find out what's all involved. I appreciate any guidance or pointers. Are LEDs overrated? Should I stick to traditional lighting and have 3 lights per side(brake/running, turn signal, and reverse) to avoid headaches? Any input without flaming is greatly appreciated!
     
  2. Mar 10, 2015 at 10:15 PM
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    JasonLee

    JasonLee Hello? I'm a truck.

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    Look up how a diode works. That's what you'll need to combine the brake and turn signal into one red LED.

    I'd just recommend sticking with two reds and a clear or just red/amber/clear.

    Also, keep in mind that you're going to need to modify or replace your flasher relay as you'll have the hyper-flash problem when you add the low resistance LED lights.
     

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