Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ???
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Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ???
Anyone have instructions or know where to find them... for installing a blinker/flasher on the third/center brake light ???
I'm sure I could figure it out, but if someone knows the tips and/or tricks for getting to the wiring it may save me alot of time & aggravation.
I'm sure I could figure it out, but if someone knows the tips and/or tricks for getting to the wiring it may save me alot of time & aggravation.
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (goldman)
I just put mine in about aweek ago...very easy install. Unscrew the four torx screws holding the license plate/reverse light mount, release the drivers side reverse light by twisting, reach up to the 3rd brake light and release the harness. Plug in the aftermarket harness to the brake light and the OEM harness into the new one, adjust the settings for speed and duration using a small flathead screwdriver and put everything back together. Takes about ten minutes...great safety mod!
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (WWK888)
THANKS!!!
You did save me some time & aggravation... I would have been looking in the the rear hatch area to find the wires on the inside.
My unit has to "splice" in instead of plug-in, but I should be able to find & reach the wires with your instructions...
Thanks Again!
You did save me some time & aggravation... I would have been looking in the the rear hatch area to find the wires on the inside.
My unit has to "splice" in instead of plug-in, but I should be able to find & reach the wires with your instructions...
Thanks Again!
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (vstella)
Simple install, just follow the directions...great product!:D
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (16Again)
Not making my own... I bought a "generic" for $36 (includes shipping).
Instead of blinking (which annoys me also).. It's supposed to "gently flutter" for about 1 second & then goes on steady & stays steady.
Only problem is that you have to splice into the wires instead of just plugging it in since it's generic to fit any car. The blinking ones annoy me also, that's why I thought I'd try this even if the install is a little harder. With black-outs on my lights, I'm paranoid about not being seen.
I'll try to get it installed tomorrow & let you know how it looks/works. They also sell Sequential Turn Signals & also something that converts your front turn signals to DRLs.
I got it from... http://members.nccw.net/webe/products/products.htm
Their website says...
"automatically flashes for about 1 second, then turns it on steady. It is designed to create a gentle fluttering of light, so your car is more noticeable, yet it doesn't aggravate the drivers behind you."
[Modified by goldman, 4:45 PM 5/18/2002]
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (redbaron)
From a previous post, I ordered the "Flash Alert" for $20 + free shipping from M D Wright Inc 1-800-980-3517. I will not receive it until the first of the week so I don't know if the unit has connectors or if I will have to splice the wires on the install.
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (KC98C5)
Does the "flasher" from LAPD have any adjustability?? I thought I saw one from SOMEWHERE that you could adjust the rate of flashing?
Was thinking about this little mod myself, but didn't know if people would think it was "rice".... It's nice to see a few Vette guys out there already doing it.
Thx!
Was thinking about this little mod myself, but didn't know if people would think it was "rice".... It's nice to see a few Vette guys out there already doing it.
Thx!
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (dads01dream)
The B-Alert flasher can be adjusted for both speed and duration. IMHO I would spend the extra cash ($69) for the B-Alert flasher instead having to splice any wires. As far as this mod being "rice", I dont agree. Anything that makes driving safer is a good mod in my book. These cars are so low that we are prone to be rear ended by trucks and SUV's. Not sure if you saw the other post about someone being rear ended by a transport truck but that is a perfect example of what I am speaking about. The first words out of the truck driver's mouth was "I didnt see you!" Who knows if the B-Alert could have avoided the accident but for $69 its worth a try!
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (WWK888)
The statement above 
is exactly the reason I installed the b-alert. I have not had any complaints and even if I do get any I really do not give a poop, if it even helps 1% to prevent me from being rearended it is $ well spent
is exactly the reason I installed the b-alert. I have not had any complaints and even if I do get any I really do not give a poop, if it even helps 1% to prevent me from being rearended it is $ well spent
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (PJW001)
I agree completely with you guys.... If the B-alert helps to avoid even "ONE" incident, it's money well spent. Please don't take any offense concerning the "rice" comment, I for one don't think it is at all but i was curious what other Vette owners thought.
Hearing all this praise has me thinking I've got some shopping to do. :)
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Hearing all this praise has me thinking I've got some shopping to do. :)
Tax!
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (goldman)
Money well spent.I purchased mine from Shawn.Its a plug in mod.I nstalled it in about 10 mins. including adjusting the lights to suit me.Do it,its cheap insurance.Like the gentleman wrote,"If it sves (1) T/C,it paid for itself.Its a must. :chevy :chevy :flag :chevy :chevy
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (dads01dream)
The B-Alert flasher from LAPD is a quality piece and a snap to install and adjust for number and duration of flashes.
I've had several other Corvette drivers ask me where I got it because they noticed it and thought it was a good safety addition. :lol:
I've had several other Corvette drivers ask me where I got it because they noticed it and thought it was a good safety addition. :lol:
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Re: Instructions for installing third brake light "blinker/flasher" ??? (Jim 47)
I got mine installed today & it did take an extra 10 minutes to splice the wires & tape them up good, but it operates exactly how I wanted...
It does NOT blink... It just flickers a liittle bit when you first apply the brakes, very subtle. Or like the manufacturer says... "pulsates gently".]
[Modified by goldman, 4:15 PM 5/19/2002]
It does NOT blink... It just flickers a liittle bit when you first apply the brakes, very subtle. Or like the manufacturer says... "pulsates gently".]
[Modified by goldman, 4:15 PM 5/19/2002]
