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LED Tail Light Question

Old Dec 7, 2004 | 11:47 PM
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Ok so I got everything and am about to start putting it all together but I have a quick question: would you rather see the LEDs arranged in a circle for running lights or in 2 or 3 straight lines going across the entire light??
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 12:08 AM
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My first impulse would be to say in a circle.............
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Can you do a solid oval with real little LEDs?

Even better if you can make them work with the Euro lens, but then solid ovals might not be compatible. Best,

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not enough room, theres got to be room for the resistors too, Ive already started putting them in now so ill see how it comes out..
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Can you do a solid oval with real little LEDs?

Even better if you can make them work with the Euro lens, but then solid ovals might not be compatible. Best,

mtv
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Old Dec 8, 2004 | 10:37 AM
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Post some pics when you are done.
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Gotta be in a circle, that's a distinctive sports car styling cue, and not just on Vettes.
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Originally Posted by vetty
Ok so I got everything and am about to start putting it all together but I have a quick question: would you rather see the LEDs arranged in a circle for running lights or in 2 or 3 straight lines going across the entire light??

The 3 straight lines to approximate and maintain the louvered look of the standard Corvette tail light.
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