LED taillights - any interest?

[fastblackmerc]

Looking at offering a kit to add 2 LED bulbs to each tail light.

The kit would include:

Detailed instructions
4 - 30+ SMD LED bulbs
4 - sockets
Wiring and connectors


The only "special" tool you'll need is a hole saw.

By adding additional sockets for the LEDs you don't need to use resistors.

Price - $100.00 (shipping included)

If you want to use LED bulbs in all of the tail light sockets I can supply the bulbs, flasher and instruction to fix the rapid flashing. Of course the cost will be more.

[2,4shofast]

Yes Sir! I would love a kit like this...I might like a few more leds per bulb but Im very interested!:beer:

[ddrek0214]

Count me in.... No such thing as to bright.

[slickster]

I'll try it later

[2,4shofast]

Even if you do not get a lot of interest from multiple people, I am 100% in for a kit. So please offer this :banana:

[BODYMAN]

100% for sure count me in! I just ordered rear tailamp tint film http://www.blinglights.org/products/Mercury-Marauder-Tinted-Film-Taillamps-Taillights-Tail-Lamps-Lights-Smoked-Protection-Overlays-Tint.html so I need something brighter.

[kmastl]

100% for sure count me in! I just ordered rear tailamp tint film http://www.blinglights.org/products/Mercury-Marauder-Tinted-Film-Taillamps-Taillights-Tail-Lamps-Lights-Smoked-Protection-Overlays-Tint.html so I need something brighter.


I am very interested in how those turn out Todd. Is it possible to include a brighter set of bulbs for the reverse lights with this kit? and maybe a third tail light.

I Always thought why have reverse lights if they don't actually give you any real light output. I guess to let others you are backing up before you run them over?

[J.bo]

How about a true LED rear lights and third brake light? The bulbs are cool but true LED lights are 1000xs better.

[fastblackmerc]

How about a true LED rear lights and third brake light? The bulbs are cool but true LED lights are 1000xs better.

I looked into it.....

Not affordable.

[BODYMAN]

I am very interested in how those turn out Todd. Is it possible to include a brighter set of bulbs for the reverse lights with this kit? and maybe a third tail light.

I Always thought why have reverse lights if they don't actually give you any real light output. I guess to let others you are backing up before you run them over?

Should get the kit for the tint early next week Ill let ya know how it works out!

[Jesse]

I am interested but also usually broke. I've been thinking for awhile that I'd like an updated look for the lights.

[jimlam56]

Looking at offering a kit to add 2 LED bulbs to each tail light.

The kit would include:

Detailed instructions
4 - 30+ SMD LED bulbs
4 - sockets
Wiring and connectors


The only "special" tool you'll need is a hole saw.

By adding additional sockets for the LEDs you don't need to use resistors.

If you want to use LED bulbs in all of the tail light sockets I can supply the bulbs, flasher and instruction to do so.

What do you think?
I'm interested Jim.
How about reverse lights?
That's the number 1 complaint from the wife, as I live in the woods a bit...

[1stMerc]

Yeah, i'd be interested.

[fastblackmerc]

I'm interested Jim.
How about reverse lights?
That's the number 1 complaint from the wife, as I live in the woods a bit...

I'll have to pull out the reverse lights and see how big of a bulb will fit in there.

I do have some LEDs that you can not look at...... too bright!

[limostudd]

ok how much for this kit plus for back up light and front turn bulbs

[NXSBOB]

Lots of LED bulds at:

Why was my post edited? Was something wrong?

[Blackened300a]

Last night I saw a CV with a LED taillights. He had 2 stripes going across to make make it look like the S-55 treatment but he never painted the lens. Is this the method you are going to go with or just replacing the incandescent bulbs with LEDs?

[NXSBOB]

the problem with most led bulbs is they don't reflect off back of tail light so all you have is a spot in you tail light were bulb is

[DTUB]

I need a full set with turns.

[fastblackmerc]

Last night I saw a CV with a LED taillights. He had 2 stripes going across to make make it look like the S-55 treatment but he never painted the lens. Is this the method you are going to go with or just replacing the incandescent bulbs with LEDs?

Just doing the bulbs.....

Will look into taking apart the lenses to do LED strips. Or maybe lots of individual LEDs.

[FastMerc]

Curious to see what it looks like before I buy?

[PRCARGUY]

Interested & Subscribing...:)

[MyBlackBeasts]

I looked into it.....

Not affordable.

Please define "not affordable". Thanks

[fastblackmerc]

Please define "not affordable". Thanks

More money than I'd be willing to pay.

[Cougar_Marauder]

Curious to see what it looks like before I buy?

Same here... if just replacing the bulbs does it look the same, just brighter?

[fastblackmerc]

Same here... if just replacing the bulbs does it look the same, just brighter?

Much brighter, plus you'd be adding 2 extra bulbs per side.

[NXSBOB]

They do make bulbs that have leds all around the sides and back to reflect on back but there not cheap and I don't know if they work well. Say you put them in, you have to change flasher, the one in there won't work well, flashes really fast. Thats why they talk about resistors with led on a newer cars. The flasher is part of light module and can't be changed. Marauder ??

This is a picture of a real led tail light.

I had them for a 65 mustang and it was strips of led lights, you could put them behind the lens.

[Cougar_Marauder]

Much brighter, plus you'd be adding 2 extra bulbs per side.

I don't mean to change the topic but how do I add 2 extra bulbs? I tryed searching but couldn't find anything. I would like to add the extra bulbs regaurdless of LEDs...

[mercuryed]

it simple when your looking at your taillights from the back side where the lightsockets are, just below them is and area where the taillight would of had the turn single for a crown vic but for our cars its sealed off but just cut out 2 1inch hole below each primary socket and install the new bulbs you will produce alot more light from your tail for sure!

[vkirkend]

Curious to see what it looks like before I buy?

Ditto....+1

[Cougar_Marauder]

it simple when your looking at your taillights from the back side where the lightsockets are, just below them is and area where the taillight would of had the turn single for a crown vic but for our cars its sealed off but just cut out 2 1inch hole below each primary socket and install the new bulbs you will produce alot more light from your tail for sure!

what about the power? Do you just splice into the existing wires?

[fastblackmerc]

what about the power? Do you just splice into the existing wires?

Yes you do.

[SC Cheesehead]

I talked to Momma about this, and believe it or not, she thought it was a good idea.
http://th266.photobucket.com/albums/ii269/theogrit/Large%20Smilies/th_1lg035faint.gif (http://media.photobucket.com/image/fainting%20smiley/theogrit/Large%20Smilies/1lg035faint.gif?o=1)

Would like to do this in conjunction with the S-55 treatment on the lenses.

Sounds like maybe I need to schedule a road trip up to Cary... ;)

[2,4shofast]

Jim, please PM me when you figure out how/when you are going to have these available... Im looking forward to getting a set:cool:

[fastblackmerc]

Jim, please PM me when you figure out how/when you are going to have these available... Im looking forward to getting a set:cool:

Will do. Waiting for the remaining parts to arrive.

[gdmjoe]

J.bo - How about a true LED ... third brake light?
http://www.gdmjoe.com/chmled.jpg
http://www.gdmjoe.com/federalsignals.jpg part # CHMLEDB-CR Series A

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/10/web/2206000-2206999/2206612_135_full.jpg

http://www.gdmjoe.com/gothvic/interior/ledchmsl.jpg
.

[napolitano]

Nice joe. Is that a full LED board?

[fastblackmerc]

I like mine better.

10 x 10mm LEDs + something extra

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u133/fastblackmerc/MM%20Mods/Hi-Mount%20Stop%20light/DSCN0226.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u133/fastblackmerc/MM%20Mods/Hi-Mount%20Stop%20light/DSCN0223.jpg

[ctrlraven]

I'm interested Jim.
How about reverse lights?
That's the number 1 complaint from the wife, as I live in the woods a bit...


I'll have to pull out the reverse lights and see how big of a bulb will fit in there.

I do have some LEDs that you can not look at...... too bright!
I went with the same bulbs mercuryed recommended and used in his install for reverse lights.

http://www.v-leds.com/v-leds-white-v-star-m-smt-parking-back-up-light-bulbs-1156-1141.html
http://www.v-leds.com/media/catalog/product/cache/4/image/250x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e 95/6/4/6472905_6.png

Installed
http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/223262_1520237184418_178921202 9_934907_5667406_n.jpg

30' behind the car
http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/226730_1520237984438_178921202 9_934909_5565566_n.jpg

[bolsen]

I went with the same bulbs mercuryed recommended and used in his install for reverse lights.

http://www.v-leds.com/v-leds-white-v-star-m-smt-parking-back-up-light-bulbs-1156-1141.html
http://www.v-leds.com/media/catalog/product/cache/4/image/250x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e 95/6/4/6472905_6.png

Installed
http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/223262_1520237184418_178921202 9_934907_5667406_n.jpg

30' behind the car
http://a3.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/226730_1520237984438_178921202 9_934909_5565566_n.jpg
can you post a picture of what they look in the daytime? do they look cheesy behind the clear lenses or is it hard to see?

[ChiTownMaraud3r]

They look like snow flakes.

[ctrlraven]

They look like snow flakes.
^Pretty much or a star/star burst (not the candy lol). In CV or GM lenses they would be much more noticeable but with ours not so much since they are slightly tinted and especially if you have the S55 treatment done to the reverse lights.

" The V-STAR has 24 radial firing LED's that fire perfectly into the chrome reflectors of your cars lamp assembly creating a sparkling effect, and 62 Forward firing LED's to fill out the front of the lens."

Whenever the rain stops here this week I'll take a daytime pic and post it.

Not trying to hijack your thread FBM, just posting up an example.

[capt512]

How much brighter are those lights than the factory backup lights? As I recently noticed how dim they really are (especially with the tint).

[ctrlraven]

How much brighter are those lights than the factory backup lights? As I recently noticed how dim they really are (especially with the tint).
They are 4-5x brighter than the normal bulb. I have the S55 treatment on my reverse lights and plenty of light still gets through.


FBM, you should try and see if you can find something similar to these to sell. The forward firing LEDs make the biggest difference instead of just having the radial ones but when combined, optima lighting is achieved.

[fastblackmerc]

They are 4-5x brighter than the normal bulb. I have the S55 treatment on my reverse lights and plenty of light still gets through.


FBM, you should try and see if you can find something similar to these to sell. The forward firing LEDs make the biggest difference instead of just having the radial ones but when combined, optima lighting is achieved.

Searching for a deal now.....

[vkirkend]

Looking at offering a kit to add 2 LED bulbs to each tail light.


The kit would include:
Detailed instructions
4 - 30+ SMD LED bulbs
4 - sockets
Wiring and connectors

The only "special" tool you'll need is a hole saw.

By adding additional sockets for the LEDs you don't need to use resistors.

If you want to use LED bulbs in all of the tail light sockets I can supply the bulbs, flasher and instruction to do so.

What do you think?

I Like!!!!

[bolsen]

i would love to see a finished product. any idea when you might have one installed/put together?

[fastblackmerc]

i would love to see a finished product. any idea when you might have one installed/put together?

Will try to working on them this week....

[bolsen]

awesome!! :)

[2,4shofast]

Any updates?

[capt512]

hmm do want...though I can imagine they are very costly.

[BirchMarauder]

I think its supposed to show how they work. Don't care for the effect myself.

[bolsen]

they look good, but i think the marauder would look foolish with them. i could be WAY wrong though. i think 3 led strips across the indented portion insidxe the housing would look good. so those with s55 tail lights would have led strips showing through the un-painted portion.

[2,4shofast]

To clarify I’m only interested in the tail light mod that FBM has been working on, that is why I commented on his thread.

[fastblackmerc]

To clarify I’m only interested in the tail light mod that FBM has been working on, that is why I commented on his thread.

Thanks.

I deleted all other "unnecessary" comments......

[bolsen]

Thanks.

I deleted all other "unnecessary" comments......

Any updates on the LED tail lights yet?

[limostudd]

this thread was started aug 26 2011 whats the update also whats the cost its taking to long :mad2:

[fastblackmerc]

I'm still working to get a good deal on LED bulbs and I do have a job I have to do that pays the bills......

[limostudd]

its cool fbm just waitting for a great deal and making sure you still working on it

[fastblackmerc]

its cool fbm just waitting for a great deal and making sure you still working on it

Still working on that and other things....

[bolsen]

Nothing yet?

[fastblackmerc]

Nothing yet?

Going to test-fit this weekend.

[2,4shofast]

I was wondering if these kits are going to be available soon? Thanks :beer:

[babbage]

I have this rare piece too, in black. They don't sell it anymore, when they did it was $350ish.


I got some interior LED's from Jim can't wait to get them. Also interested in very bright reverse LEDs



http://www.gdmjoe.com/chmled.jpg
http://www.gdmjoe.com/federalsignals.jpg part # CHMLEDB-CR Series A

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/10/web/2206000-2206999/2206612_135_full.jpg

http://www.gdmjoe.com/gothvic/interior/ledchmsl.jpg
.

[breeze]

I'm down for led tails

[PonyGuy]

Me, too...

[clintons4]

anybody running these:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1998-2008-FORD-CROWN-VICTORIA-LED-TAIL-LIGHTS-BLACK-TRIM-99-00-01-02-03-04-05-06-/130601973404?pt=Motors_Car_Tru ck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3ACrown+Victoria&vxp=mtr&hash=item1e687bf69c

[capt512]

clintons4 - there are some people on CV.net running those, 1 guy with a GMQ and 1 or 2 CVs.

[fastblackmerc]

Me, too...


anybody running these:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1998-2008-FORD-CROWN-VICTORIA-LED-TAIL-LIGHTS-BLACK-TRIM-99-00-01-02-03-04-05-06-/130601973404?pt=Motors_Car_Tru ck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3ACrown+Victoria&vxp=mtr&hash=item1e687bf69c


clintons4 - there are some people on CV.net running those, 1 guy with a GMQ and 1 or 2 CVs.

YIKES!!!!!!!!!!!


$180.00!

You can do it for alot less.... about half.

[MrBluGruv]

If the fit and finish is good though, those pre-made LED taillights look pretty nice. If the LED projection looks in-person like it does in the photos, it would kinda eliminate the need for the old S55 taillight treatment. :P

[Blackened300a]

If the fit and finish is good though, those pre-made LED taillights look pretty nice. If the LED projection looks in-person like it does in the photos, it would kinda eliminate the need for the old S55 taillight treatment. :P

I saw these on a CV. Nice looking at night but the S55 treatment would make it much nicer.

[clintons4]

I think those with the S55 treatment would be a bit much. Just how I am picturing it.

[2,4shofast]

I know you have been super busy but I just wanted to see if you are still planning on doing a kit for this? Thanks:beer:

[Zim Hosein]

Please PM the member.

[fastblackmerc]

I know you have been super busy but I just wanted to see if you are still planning on doing a kit for this? Thanks:beer:

Yes, a kit is still in the works.

[fastblackmerc]

See post #1 for the price.

[2,4shofast]

PM sent, Sir!

[Serge]

I installed a set of those Ebay tails on my Vic yesterday. They are made by Eagle Eye and are pretty good quality. The only thing I didn't like about them is the fact that the turn signal still uses regular bulbs.

These come with transparent lenses btw which are cooler looking than stock.

http://www.supermotors.net/getfile/919160/original/dsc_8815.jpg

[fastblackmerc]

What I'm offering is LED bulbs and sockets to add to the stock MM tail lights.

[Embassy]

See post #1 for the price.

Looking forward to seeing pics of them installed.

[2,4shofast]

Looking forward to seeing pics of them installed.


I ordered a set yesterday, I will post some up as soon as I get them installed.

[Odinson]

I installed a set of those Ebay tails on my Vic yesterday. They are made by Eagle Eye and are pretty good quality. The only thing I didn't like about them is the fact that the turn signal still uses regular bulbs.

These come with transparent lenses btw which are cooler looking than stock.

http://www.supermotors.net/getfile/919160/original/dsc_8815.jpg

Sorry to be dense, did you say the internet ones come with clear lenses? Been looking for clear panther tailights, but no avail. Could you PM me a link? Can't find em.

[Embassy]

The "internet ones" have clear turn signal lenses.

[Mebot]

Hi FBM, is there a possibility of LEDs for the 3rd brake light only? I am looking for something a little brighter to come through the tint. Any suggestions? Thanks!

[fastblackmerc]

Hi FBM, is there a possibility of LEDs for the 3rd brake light only? I am looking for something a little brighter to come through the tint. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Yes.

See here: http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=73725

I'll try to post up new pics... brighter LEDs and strobe / flasher.

[Mebot]

Yes.

See here: http://www.mercurymarauder.net/forums/showthread.php?t=73725

I'll try to post up new pics... brighter LEDs and strobe / flasher.

That looks fantastic! Is this still in the beta stage? How many confirmations do you need to produce it or is it case by case. Also, how much $$ are you looking for something like that?

[fastblackmerc]

That looks fantastic! Is this still in the beta stage? How many confirmations do you need to produce it or is it case by case. Also, how much $$ are you looking for something like that?

I've already made 3 of them. I have one, sold one, have one in stock and another CHMSL to convert. PM me for details.

[breeze]

What I'm offering is LED bulbs and sockets to add to the stock MM tail lights.

What does these look like

[fastblackmerc]

What does these look like

Picture 2 more LEDs added to each tail light.

[bolsen]

Picture 2 more LEDs added to each tail light.
Do you cut the back out to install the sockets?

[marauder'10]

The best Ive seen so far is a guy who took the guts from a Mercury Montego set and put then inside his grand marquis tail lights. Looked pretty slick.

[2,4shofast]

Jim,

I sent you a message about the tail lights, hope to hear from you soon.

[fastblackmerc]

Jim,

I sent you a message about the tail lights, hope to hear from you soon.

PM replied to.

[2,4shofast]

I cant get my LED kit to work as designed, I have to tear them back out again and try to figure it out now:alone:

[fastblackmerc]

I cant get my LED kit to work as designed, I have to tear them back out again and try to figure it out now:alone:

I have one of the assemblies I sent you. Will connect it into my Marauder to verify the connections again.

[2,4shofast]

I have one of the assemblies I sent you. Will connect it into my Marauder to verify the connections again.

Thanks Jim, I will do the same again.

[batmanone]

hey send some pics

[2,4shofast]

hey send some pics

As soon as I get the wiring figured out I will post some for sure, the way they function currently doesnt do the kit any justice.:shake:

[breeze]

As soon as I get the wiring figured out I will post some for sure, the way they function currently doesnt do the kit any justice.:shake:

This should be interesting, been waiting for this.