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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 04:01 PM
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Hi all,

I completed an LED instrument cluster bulb replacement today and wanted to share a couple photos. I had researched this on the forum and found some threads that stated LED's were not bright enough, but didn't find any examples to provide visual comprehension.

I used 4 Sylvania "LEDriving bulbs. I actually like the way the dash looks, while it is a bit "whiter" than with the traditional bulbs I find it plenty bright enough to be functional.

Anyway, everyone has their personal preference but for those who are considering LED upgrades perhaps this visual will help.

Thanks again,
Phil

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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 05:39 PM
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Hey Phil, according to your mpg gauge, your gas mileage really sucks......But your dash looks good......WW
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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 05:39 PM
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I don't know if the picture is good or not, but it looks like some of the numbers blend into the background a lot easier.
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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 05:47 PM
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http://corvette-craft.com/ you can bye led bulbs here !
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Old Dec 29, 2013 | 09:44 PM
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i need to replace the lights on my gauge. Thanks for the tips on the LED replacement. I hope mine turns out to look like the photo you took.

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How well do they work with the headlight switch dimmer ****?

I suspect they'll be OK, but just interested in your experience.
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Hey Phil, according to your mpg gauge, your gas mileage really sucks......But your dash looks good......WW
LOL, I was wondering if anyone would comment on that. I took the photo right after I completed putting the dash back together and ECM reset. Believe it or not, my ECM was telling I was doing 28-30 on highway with my new 383, of course I have the 2.73 gears for that came with a convertible before the reset.
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How well do they work with the headlight switch dimmer ****?

I suspect they'll be OK, but just interested in your experience.
It does dim but it is still pretty bright.
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looks nice!! do you have any pics of the dash in the dark without a flash? What did the bulbs run per pack?
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Originally Posted by mazdaverx7
looks nice!! do you have any pics of the dash in the dark without a flash? What did the bulbs run per pack?
I drove the car this morning to see how the dash looked but didn't think to take a photo. To me it looked almost the same as the current photo though, the reason being is it was overcast and rainy yesterday and I was inside my garage with the lights out when I took the photo.

As for the costs, I think they were basically 13 bucks a piece at advanced auto parts. You could probably ebay them for less, but I like immediate satisfaction so I pay extra when i get in the mood to go fix something. Doh!!!! :
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