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Sep 15, 2008 | 02:20 PM

headache57

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led taillights ?

hi, has anyone ever try using these led tailligths for the c3, I found this web site that sell's them, they have a plug that plugs rigth into were you plug the bulb into, and then screw the red lens on. just wondering if they work, and if its worth buying ?

Sep 15, 2008 | 02:29 PM

ngroat7007

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link?

Sep 15, 2008 | 02:36 PM

headache57

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http://www.rodworx.com/product.php?item=315 if i messed up this link, go to,www.rodworx.com

Sep 15, 2008 | 02:39 PM

ngroat7007

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http://www.rodworx.com/product.php?item=315 if i messed up this link, go to,www.rodworx.com

theres a few members out there who have done led conversions a simple search will find a few
as for that set ive never seen one specificaly made for the vette
good find! unless i just missed something

Sep 15, 2008 | 03:42 PM

wesleyshawn

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I like those, I wish they had the ones with the back-up lights as well, would be nice if they all matched.

Sep 15, 2008 | 06:07 PM

SanDiegoPaul

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Over the past coupla years there have been many threads on this, with part numbers.

Sep 15, 2008 | 06:11 PM

c31980

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does they need and mods to fit them ?? or just blug & play ??

Sep 15, 2008 | 07:49 PM

thegazman

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I read somewhere that you will need to change your flasher as the LED's don't draw enough current through the flasher to cause it to pulse correctly.

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Sep 15, 2008 | 09:17 PM

pws69

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I read somewhere that you will need to change your flasher as the LED's don't draw enough current through the flasher to cause it to pulse correctly.

I have them and this is correct. You need an 'electronic' flasher as opposed to a 'mechanical' which functions in reaction to a higher current draw than that of the LEDs.

Sep 15, 2008 | 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by wesleyshawn

I like those, I wish they had the ones with the back-up lights as well, would be nice if they all matched.

Were you being too lazy to click the link? Oh, sorry, I found the back-ups for my 69

Sep 16, 2008 | 01:03 AM

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wesleyshawn

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Were you being too lazy to click the link? Oh, sorry, I found the back-ups for my 69

I am pretty lazy at times lol, but I have a '79 with the 80-82 style rear, so no back-up for me

Sep 16, 2008 | 09:52 AM

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http://www.rodworx.com/product.php?item=315 if i messed up this link, go to,www.rodworx.com

Those are nice, but is that price $89 EACH?

I think I'll stick with my standard lenses and LED bulbs.

Sep 16, 2008 | 08:31 PM

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headache57

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got home late, just checked post, i will call the vendor tomorrow about the price. but i did see that they sell a 'electronic' flasher for 18.00 i guss 89. for the pair isnt too bad, but if thats just for one........could be a little pricey

Sep 16, 2008 | 09:08 PM

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wesleyshawn

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I think the price is per pair, and you can get an electronic flasher ay Auto Zone or other parts houses for less than $18. I have led blinkers on my bike all the way around, I added an electronic flasher and placed a resistor in the circuit to make up for the difference in resistance between led and incandescent bulbs. Keeping regular bulbs in front and sides and adding the led rear, I don't think the resistor would be needed.

Sep 17, 2008 | 01:43 AM

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Those are nice, but is that price $89 EACH?

I think I'll stick with my standard lenses and LED bulbs.

it clearly says pair

Sep 17, 2008 | 08:09 AM

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Trae1976

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Originally Posted by wesleyshawn

I think the price is per pair...

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Originally Posted by V-Twin

it clearly says pair

I see it now. The singular wording of the description threw me off:

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Awesome new LED tail light insert for the 1980-82 Vette!

Yeh, $89 per pair is a pretty good deal.

Sep 17, 2008 | 08:41 AM

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wesleyshawn

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I just ordered a set, will let you guys know how they work out. I'm also going to email them and see if they have any in the works for later C3's with back-up lights so all 4 will match, maybe with enough interest they will produce those as well. Can't hurt to try.

Sep 17, 2008 | 12:03 PM

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Or you can just install four taillights and mount some small lights under the bumper for the back-ups.

Sep 17, 2008 | 12:10 PM

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ram100987

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Those look pretty neat. I personally just order a couple multi-LED bulbs with the proper socket. It looks basically stock but it is a deeper red since the LEDs are red as well as the cover. Did the same for the reverse lights except with white LEDs of course, and that made the reverse lights much brighter and whiter, so everyone around will know if I'm trying to backup.

I paid about $80 to replace just about every bulb in the car (interior and exterior) compared to $89 for just a pair of taillights...