LED Light Install Problem-Need Some Input
Melting Slicks
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Melting Slicks
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can you post pics of how you have it connected? I'm sorry to see your having so much trouble for me it was about 15 minutes, when I 1st connected mine I had nothing then I figured out I connected the flasher on the wrong side (going up to the stock flasher) when I swapped it to the right side it worked correctly.
you either have it connected wrong or have the wrong wires?
you either have it connected wrong or have the wrong wires?
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Stroker87, if you go back to my post right after your previous post (you have to go back now to the first page of this thread) I posted a link with pictures of how mine is hooked up.
Based on the comments by lionelhutz and GCG I guess I'll try to see if I can pick up a different flasher that is not heavy duty to see if that makes a difference. I thought that since these are electronic flashers and are advertised as not being load dependent they would work no matter what the load is. I'm still learning through experimentation so I may have misunderstood how they work.
Based on the comments by lionelhutz and GCG I guess I'll try to see if I can pick up a different flasher that is not heavy duty to see if that makes a difference. I thought that since these are electronic flashers and are advertised as not being load dependent they would work no matter what the load is. I'm still learning through experimentation so I may have misunderstood how they work.
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...Based on the comments by lionelhutz and GCG I guess I'll try to see if I can pick up a different flasher that is not heavy duty to see if that makes a difference. I thought that since these are electronic flashers and are advertised as not being load dependent they would work no matter what the load is. I'm still learning through experimentation so I may have misunderstood how they work.
For instance, the CF13 JL-02 Flasher for LED is rated for 12v and loads between .02A and 20A
As you can see, with this one you should be fine with loads as little as 20mA and, although I don't know which LEDs you are using, I would say it's a low enough threshold to expect it to work. You may want to give it a try and report back.
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Can't find any load range info for the LF12 on the packaging or on the internet. I'm going to try and pick up another flasher this weekend that has the appropriate load range to work with the LEDs and see if that works. Thanks.
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Check this out:
Amazon.com: 3-Pin CF-13 Electronic Flasher Relay Fix For LED Turn Signal Light Bulbs: Automotive
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Looks like the rating on my 2 previous flasher was out of range for all LEDs. i saw someone's post from a couple of years ago stating that they would work but you would have to keep at least one regular bulb in place. Bummer.
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Your wiring is fine. The fact that it works with a single non-LED bulb has proven it's OK. If you're not convinced then unplug the new flasher and make sure the signals quit working since the flasher for the signals is now missing. The hazards will still work since the bypass doesn't bypass the hazard flasher.
The CF13 just linked on Amazon appears to require 12V (pink) to the B+, ground to the E and the signal lights (purple) connected to the L.
I linked a 2 terminal LED rated flasher earlier in this thread. You can avoid having to add the ground wire for the flasher.
Just make sure you get a flasher rated for LED use next time.
The CF13 just linked on Amazon appears to require 12V (pink) to the B+, ground to the E and the signal lights (purple) connected to the L.
I linked a 2 terminal LED rated flasher earlier in this thread. You can avoid having to add the ground wire for the flasher.
Just make sure you get a flasher rated for LED use next time.
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Your wiring is fine. The fact that it works with a single non-LED bulb has proven it's OK. If you're not convinced then unplug the new flasher and make sure the signals quit working since the flasher for the signals is now missing. The hazards will still work since the bypass doesn't bypass the hazard flasher.
The CF13 just linked on Amazon appears to require 12V (pink) to the B+, ground to the E and the signal lights (purple) connected to the L.
I linked a 2 terminal LED rated flasher earlier in this thread. You can avoid having to add the ground wire for the flasher.
Just make sure you get a flasher rated for LED use next time.
The CF13 just linked on Amazon appears to require 12V (pink) to the B+, ground to the E and the signal lights (purple) connected to the L.
I linked a 2 terminal LED rated flasher earlier in this thread. You can avoid having to add the ground wire for the flasher.
Just make sure you get a flasher rated for LED use next time.
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Not yet. Still need to purchase the new flasher.
Looks like either the Tridon EP34 or EP36 should work according to a few Forums. I can get both of them locally so I'll probably grab one today or tomorrow and try it this weekend.
Thanks again to everyone that responded to my thread with their thoughts!!!
Looks like either the Tridon EP34 or EP36 should work according to a few Forums. I can get both of them locally so I'll probably grab one today or tomorrow and try it this weekend.
Thanks again to everyone that responded to my thread with their thoughts!!!
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This is why I hate to install any of these LED lights. I did install the backup lights only with no issues. I hope U get it sorted out, a ten minute job always turns into a big ordeal for me.
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I was finally able to get an EP36 flasher last week but haven't had a chance to swap it out yet. Hopefully this weekend.
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sounds like the flasher to me since with the regular bulbs it all is working
I used EL12 Novita from autozone $12 it stopped the hyper flash for me,
this link might help you
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1569248926
I used EL12 Novita from autozone $12 it stopped the hyper flash for me,
this link might help you
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...post1569248926
Easy - clip two wires, two spade connectors.
Safe - No hot load resistor to melt my plastic car.
Fast - 15 minutes in the dark.
Great post and internet how to! Many thanks to the authors.
