LED's Inside Vents?, How do i do this..? Options

[cnelson]

I saw this is a couple pictures on here, how would i install LED lights inside the vents on my 1994 celica, is it hard? I dont' know anything really about wiring and all that, so would it be hard to do? Thanks. -cnelson.

[Negative]

I saw this is a couple pictures on here, how would i install LED lights inside the vents on my 1994 celica, is it hard? I dont' know anything really about wiring and all that, so would it be hard to do? Thanks. -cnelson.

Probably incredibly easy if you have an aftermarket stereo. There is usually an unused orange wire on the harness for your radio. This would be the positive lead for any lighting you may want to do. Then you will need a negative - just tap into the black wire on the back of the radio harness and there you have the two wires needed to power most LED sets you can find in an autoparts store's ricer section. I know Autozone has a 3 pack of small LEDs in various colors that you could easliy wire in. I have used them to make my LED dome light.
As with wiring anything there are some precautions you should take:
1. Disconnect the negative wire to your battery so as to avoid shorting anything or shocking yourself.
2. Try to have someone with you who knows what they are doing to show you how to wire the circuit you are creating. In adding something new and original to your car you may accidently ruin something you already have [in this case your radio]
Anyway - hope this helps and welcome to the world of simple modding.

[pittfirefighter]

Do you have an aftermarket stereo to do what he said? Otherwise i could walk you through the longer way to do it...

[cnelson]

I don't have one yet but plan to get one soon, so should i just wait, or would it be safe to do it now? Thanks. -cnelson.

[Negative]

It'd be fine to take it off the dimmer or radio fuse something like that but if you are already getting an aftermarket radio it would be easiest to do all of the instal at once. Your car - your choice.

[cnelson]

well i was going to have someone install the radio and speakers, so maybe i'll just do the LED lights myself? I'd really like to learn how, but at the time can you walk me though change the climate useing LED's also? -cnelson.

[pittfirefighter]

changing the climate LED's involves taking apart the circuit board and unsoldering and soldering new LED's in the old positions, unless you're comfortable with doing that, i really wouldn't recommend trying to do the climate controls...

[cnelson]

ok.. so is there anyway to make them blue without doing all that? Like painting it or no? -cnelson.

[pittfirefighter]

to install LED's without an aftermarket radio, you will need: (some parts can vary, this is how i usually do it to other people's cars cause its the easiest and safest)
1: add-a-fuse (mini) this will add a fuse to an existing line in your fuseblock in order to run the lights off and can be found at radio shack or automotive store
2: wire (i use 18 gauge stranded - i find its the easiest to solder and splice while still being small
3: switch (unless you want the lights to always be on) - i used the fuse that also controls my parking lights gauges etc, so my LED's turn on when i turn all my other lights on for the nighttime
4: LED's - radioshack has a nice assortment but i would recommend the "super bright" LED's from pep boys or advance auto or any automotive store (you won't have to worry about resistors with these LED's)

[pittfirefighter]

here's for painting climate controls in our how-to section
WARNING: for the most part: this how-to is permanent adjustment to your climate control lights
climate control - painting

[cnelson]

will spray painting it give me the same effect? If i do go with LED lights, if i don't have an after market radio can i still do it? Also is there a more detailed walk-though for the LED lights? And, is the spray painting methiod as easy as it sounds and will it still look nice?

[Zimluura]

i wrote up a massive howto for the cc unit. covers lots of approaches in lots of detail. it's about 1mb in size with all the pictures. so if you pm me with your email address i'll send it to you.

in general it is better to do the cc unit after you do your gauges and stereo. 'cause it takes allot longer than the others, so it's nice to have some successful projects behind you to boost your confidence.

[cnelson]

I'll PM you with my email address, but i think that someone is installing the stero for me.. and i don't know how to do the gauages at all.. and i knwo this is going to sound bad, but what is a cc unit? -cnelson.

Nevermind, CC, climate controll duh. lol. my bad.

This post has been edited by cnelson: Dec 12, 2006 - 2:53 PM

[pittfirefighter]

the gauges have a few different options, the easiest was buying bulb covers from pep boys and putting them over the bulbs, i picked up red but they also sell blue, if you want me to explain how to take your gauges out then we can go over that, as for the LED's, if you pick up the stuff i mentioned above, i will walk you through step by step how to install blue LED's in your vents, you will need 6 LED's, be sure you get everything in that list...

[cnelson]

Pittfirefighter, i would like you to walk me though it, could you go over everything in detail that i would i need? Also, if i installed a after market stero after this, would that mess anything up? Along with after market speakers? Cause i'd like to try to install them myslef? But anyways, could you list everything i woudl need for the gaguges and for the LED's? Thank you very much. -cnelson. Also if you could put the stores where i could pick them up.. hope this isn't asking too much. Thanks.

[Negative]

Just a suggestion:
1. Do the LEDs first just exactly the way pittfirefighter says. Make sure to buy the ready to go LEDs like he detailed or the ones I detailed. Doesn't really matter but you are not ready for resistors and such yet.
2. Install your own radio using the adapter from Walmart [easiest way to go]
3. Do your own gauges following the how-to in the sticky. [very easy to do]
Then if you feel you are ready follow the how-to on how to do the climate controls. By the time you have done the rest of these other mods you will have a basic understanding of wireing and lighting effects. Attempting to do the Climate controls or any other in-depth lighting mod like that before you do these other steps will probably result in you f*cking up your climate controls.
Just take it one step at a time.

[cnelson]

Ok, just a question.. my guage lights are pretty dim so what if i want to put new blulbs on? And are there certins blubs to change the nedle color, and differant blubs to change the numbers and stuff? -cnelson.

Also, sometimes when i turn my lights on, the lights for my shifter, like where it says "P, D, N, 2 etc.." Sometimes they don't come on. But other times they come on n/p. Any idea why? -cnelson.

This post has been edited by cnelson: Dec 13, 2006 - 10:01 AM

[Negative]

Ok, just a question.. my guage lights are pretty dim so what if i want to put new blulbs on? And are there certins blubs to change the nedle color, and differant blubs to change the numbers and stuff? -cnelson.

Also, sometimes when i turn my lights on, the lights for my shifter, like where it says "P, D, N, 2 etc.." Sometimes they don't come on. But other times they come on n/p. Any idea why? -cnelson.

Thats a common short I've seen in a bunch of Auto's so IDK. I don't own autos so you might have to ask one of those guys. o0black0o has this same problem.
As for changing the bulbs in the gauge cluster, I edit my list above: That should be the first thing you do. Doesn't involve wireing and will give you some idea how these things work. You can get you some colored 194 bulbs with gels [looks like a condom for your bulbs - stock is green] with the same color and get a deeper tone to the color. Play around with those and the 194 LEDs you can buy on ebay and the ricer sections of larger parts houses. Different combinations do different effects. Our gauge cluster has 3 main lights for the gauges and needles together not seperate. There is a sticky in this forum that goes into detail.
Then do the vents, radio etc. as shown above. It's a learning process.

[cnelson]

Ok, so if i change the bulbs in the guage culster, it would then change the nedle color also? Could i get the 194 bulbs at like autozone? -cnelson.

[Negative]

Ok, so if i change the bulbs in the guage culster, it would then change the nedle color also? Could i get the 194 bulbs at like autozone? -cnelson.

Yes and Yes and don't forget the gels cause the color will not be well defined without them. I.e. Red will look pink.

[cnelson]

Ok, so i would need 3 bulbs right? Also, could someone just go into detail on how to remove the guage culster, i'm a bit confused? Thanks. -cnelson. PS. i'm going to stop at autozone after school pick up the bulbs and hopefully change them today since it say it will only take about 30 minutes.

This post has been edited by cnelson: Dec 13, 2006 - 12:02 PM

[Negative]

All the how-to's you will ever need concerning lighting:
http://www.6gc.net/forums/index.php?showtopic=27828

[cnelson]

ok, anyone have an idea how much those 194 bulbs will cost at autozone? Also, is this as easy as it sounds, a couple screws and a disconnecting a few wires? Thanks. -cnelson.

I'm still a little nervious as to how to get the guage culster out of the car? Sorry, i've read though all the how-tos.. just a little if-y on it, this is my frist mod so please bear with me. Thanks.

This post has been edited by cnelson: Dec 13, 2006 - 12:30 PM

[cnelson]

also what size is the bulb behind the ignition key? 194 bulb also? Thanks. -cnelson.
Also do i have to worry about like disconnect the battery or anything like that? -cnelson.

This post has been edited by cnelson: Dec 13, 2006 - 12:43 PM

[Negative]

$2 per pair on bulbs, $1.50 pre pair on gels. The one behind the key ring all I did was take off the stock green gel, took red sharpie to the bulb, and colored the ring itself red with the sharpie too. This makes it very red and lasts forever. The sharpie is the only permanent mod to the lights. After time the red bulbs and gels will fade.
I use red above as thats what I used but the same is true for any color.
Sharpie is your friend.
Don't be too worried about this. My friend [who is a girl] did hers with a little supervision from me and she did it perfectly well. She also had a rolla with the speedo cable which makes it way harder and no problems. Her stuff came out purple by mixing red bulbs with blue gels or vice versa.

[cnelson]

Alright thanks, going to stop at autozone on my way home, then do it. I'll postg some pics tonight of it, hopefuly all goes well. -cnelson.

[Zimluura]

if the bulbs don't do it for you, go with the 5-led matrix things here (you'll need 3 of them for most celica gauge clusters).
http://superlumination.com/194.htm
they light up really evenly and are really nice looking.

the ignition ring is a 74 bulb, you can do it with a num74 led too
http://superlumination.com/74.htm
but you might need to file it (the led) down a little bit so it fits.

[cnelson]

well i tried to do this, but couldn't disconnect the wiring harrness from the dimmer stiwch? I tried for a good half hour and couldn't do it.. How do i remove the harness? Thanks. -cnelson.

BTW; i did just go on with the rest of the installtion because i have also have a little red light next to the dimmer, but i just moved both those out of the way, and i got to the point where i had to take the top of stearing wheel off but i couldnt do that because my wheel locked up, so i just stoped and put everything back together, but how to i get the wire harness's off? Thanks.

This post has been edited by cnelson: Dec 13, 2006 - 5:19 PM

[pittfirefighter]

Dimmer switch - the actual knob that you see in the front of the panel with the lightbulb on it just pulls off the front, slowly pry it off with a flat head screwdriver, its not tough at all and there are no clips holding it on, then beneath that they'll be a nut that you spin and the dimmer switch will pull out the backend of the panel, there is no harness that is accessible from the front, it's really easy and there's no clips to break so don't worry...

[cnelson]

Ok, Thanks, going to give it another go tommorow.. What is the little red light next to it? Is that the stock alarm?

[Zimluura]

omg it takes a while to get the hang of the top plastic on the steering wheel.

what you need to do first is start the car, and turn the wheel 90 degrees one direction, then remove the screw that is exposed, then turn it the other dir, and get the other screw. i'm pretty sure Coomer's tutorial covered that part. but just in case.

but the separating the top cover after that is a pain too. i put the tilt wheel all the way down, then stuck a flat-head screw driver (covered the tip in duct tape to not scuff things) in the crack and started to pry. it just required allot of force. and then the same force on the other side.

getting it back in takes a little while too. a little bit of poking around inside with a screwdriver to get it to line up perfect. but it's a big thick piece of plastic so it'll be plenty sturdy.

/edit - i think the little red light *is* your stock alarm. i don't really know, i don't have one.

This post has been edited by Zimluura: Dec 13, 2006 - 8:13 PM

[pittfirefighter]

hold on a min... what am i missing here? why are you taking your steering wheel apart?

[Zimluura]

umm, i was mentioning the steering wheel part 'cause he mentioned that he didn't take off the steering column cover because his wheel locked up. and taking the cover off the wheel helps get the gauge cluster out of the car. in hindsight this is *way* off-topic.

i've never had a hard time with the dimmer knob wire harness. i always take off the plastic part that holds the dimmer and ignition, then from behind, unfastened the wire harness. the little part that you push down, on the "plug" of the harness is small so it's sorta hard to press in well. but then it's not too bad to unplug. if you go this route make sure to plug it back in before you test your lights, without the dimmer knob in the circuit nothing will light up.

[cnelson]

Ok, i'm going to give it another try today, i just couldn't seem to get the wire harness off. Thanks. -cnelson.

Also, what do i need to do the LED lights inside my vents? I think i'm going to give it a try this weekend, if someone could explain it, i've read though the stuff here, but still don't know much about the types of wires i need, and how to hook it up. -censlon.

This post has been edited by cnelson: Dec 14, 2006 - 6:24 AM

[pittfirefighter]

i listed everything you would need for the LED install, its easier to just walk you through step by step once you get the parts so you know exactly what I'm talking about, the wire is just 18 gauge electrical wire, it comes in a little spindle, I would get one black and one red since you are doing multiple lights. Make sure you get the stranded wire (its the wire made up of multiple smaller wires). Its the most typical wire you'll find at any auto store or radio shack. I accidentally bought the core wire before and it just sucks unless you're doing soldering.

[cnelson]

Ok, i'm going to get all the stuff i need on friday, then do the LED's saturday after i get off work, at like 2 or 3ish. -cnelson. So if you could explain it before saturday. Thanks.

[Negative]

Man, stop agonizing over this. It's waaaay easier than you think it is. Just get the how-to in front of you while you are sitting in the drivers seat and go to work. Follow the directions and you will see how overly simple this is. I think the only tool you will need is a phillips head screw driver and another one that is either short or angled to get the two screws out of the top plastic peice that shields the gauges from the sun.
edit - sorry just saw that you were trying for the vents again now. I very much suggest that you get the gauges colored first as this will help you to "pop your cherry" so to speak and give you the confidence you need to tackle the led vent mod.

This post has been edited by Negative: Dec 14, 2006 - 2:40 PM

[cnelson]

I just finshed the gauges!!! I'm really excited. Can't see what it looks like since it light out, but tonight i'll post pics. I have work untill 7, but after i get home, i'll post em! So around 7:30 have a look!

This post has been edited by cnelson: Dec 14, 2006 - 2:59 PM

[Negative]

See what I mean? Now tackle the key ring, cigarette lighter ring, Clock, and the LED vents. After you get that I'll tell you how to do the LED dome and you have a custom lit interior! Good job. Confidence up now?
BTW - What color did you chose?

This post has been edited by Negative: Dec 14, 2006 - 3:21 PM

[cnelson]

I used blue, but they didn't have blue gels, so i just got the blue 194 lights, i hope they still look the same you know? And my 94 celica doesn't have the light around the key ring. Cigerate lighter and clock i want to do soon. -cnelson.

[Negative]

Blue LED dome looks super clean. Ask o0black0o - we did his with only 3 LEDs and its soooo much brighter than my red one which has 9 LEDs in it. Red sucks to mod with but it looks so clean IMO.

[GreenyST204]

my 94 celica doesn't have the light around the key ring.

Mine did not have one ether but i found that the 5gen celica key light is the same and i think some of the cammrys have the same part. you just need the bulb conector and solder it in.

[cnelson]

Ok, so here the pic's aren't the best (There really bad, but you get the idea) but i did it. It looks pretty sweet! I'm excited!







So now this weekend, i'm going to do my clock, and the LEDs in the vents. (hopefuly)

-cnelson.

[K-ESD]

your picts are too big and blurry !

[tomazws]

what kind of humongous black picture is that...

[DeW_H0e_GT]

what kind of humongous black picture is that...

x2!!!

almost thougth it was halloween

[Negative]

Man I hope your gauges are brighter than that LOL. Looks like my red LED gauges are even brighter. I trust the real thing is better and the camera just sucks. Good luck this weekend.

[cnelson]

There much brighter, that camera just sucks without the flash on, sorry the pics look like crap, i'll take some more tonight see if i can get em any better. -cnelson.

[cnelson]

Ok, so pitfire do i need a stiwch to turn them on and off or can i just do it so wehn i turn my lights on they come on? (for the LEDS inside the vents) I'm either going to go get everything tonight, or tommorow then try to do this tommorow afternoon. -cnelson.

[Negative]

Pittfirefighter doesn't show up as being on-line so I'll answer this for you. It depends on how you wire it and what you want out of it. You could even wire it to come on with the lights but yet have a switch to turn it off if it gets annoying or whatever. Basically what I'm saying is tell us how you want it and we can tell you how to wire it. Use your imagination. I'd actually like to see you have something original that others would want to have and at the same time further your education on how to wire and properties of lighting.
help us help you - tell us what you want.

[cnelson]

I'd like to wire it to come on when i turn the lights on, but also be able to turn it off without turning my lights off incase it gets anoying.. Also, theres no soldering or anything right? Just cutting open a few wires, and stuff right? -cnelson.

[pittfirefighter]

yep no soldering, if you can twist wires together then you will be just fine, alright you will need a switch so that you can turn the lights off if they do get annoying but they will be able to turn on when you turn your headlights/ parking lights on and turn off when you open your door, how's that sound?

[cnelson]

That sounds perfict, so i need the LEDS, Wireing, Stwich, and is that it? -cnelson.

EDIT: Also where am i going to mount the stwich? Is it going to look ok? Cause if its easier without the switch i could do that. And also, i won't have a problem adding a new radio after this will I? Thanks.

This post has been edited by cnelson: Dec 15, 2006 - 11:39 AM

[Negative]

will be able to turn on when you turn your headlights/ parking lights on and turn off when you open your door, how's that sound?

Right on now we are getting somewhere. Where is the best place to take the + lead from in order to get the lights to go off when the door opens. I noticed alot of the stock features do this Ie. window controls, key light etc.
After some negative experiences with the dimmer switch on o0black0o's car I'd like another option for this. I have to help him finish his wiring on Sun so lets work this out on here.
Now I'm learning something - this is what I wanted out of this besides just helping cnelson out.

[Negative]

EDIT: Also where am i going to mount the stwich? Is it going to look ok? Cause if its easier without the switch i could do that. And also, i won't have a problem adding a new radio after this will I? Thanks.

That depends on your tastes. Anywhere on the dash is possible just bear in mind that you have to run wire from the (+) source to the switch then to the LEDs. Don't want to criss cross through the dash too much as any potential problems just get a little harder to diagnose. Don't worry about the (-) connection as any un-painted metal surface that's grounded to the chasis will work fine.
And no this will not effect radio installation later except that you do not want to ground to the same place as the radio to avoid altenator whine in the amps at a later date.

This post has been edited by Negative: Dec 15, 2006 - 12:00 PM

[pittfirefighter]

alright guys... you need a add-a-fuse mini, it simply takes one fuse point and changes it into two fuses with a positive line coming off the second... and then you pull the fuse for parking lights (i have to double check that this is the fuse i used), put it in the block, and a 5 amp fuse in the block and you're all set

[Negative]

alright guys... you need a add-a-fuse mini, it simply takes one fuse point and changes it into two fuses with a positive line coming off the second... and then you pull the fuse for parking lights (i have to double check that this is the fuse i used), put it in the block, and a 5 amp fuse in the block and you're all set

i'm following you. Got a picture of the connection in the fuse panel? I don't like just sticking a wire in the between the blade of the fuse and the fuse box connection itself like I see alot of people doing. Just looks unprofessional when you open up the fuse box.

[pittfirefighter]

thats not what this is... i'm running outside to take a pic, let me show you...

[pittfirefighter]

ok here are two pics of switches for cnelson...


fuse block pics

[pittfirefighter]

i hope its clear in that pic, theres two fuses inside that block that fits into the old spot, the original fuse goes in the first slot and a second fuse goes in the second, the red wire is then the positive from the second fuse... also, the fuse is the parking light, tail light, etc fuse number 30, 15 amp, top right on inside fuse box

[Negative]

In the meantime - cnelson - here is a picture of my dash:

Look through the steering wheel on the lower left hand side. The first thing you see is the Red Light for the stock alarm. To the right you will barely be able to make out one of the two switches I put there for custom lighting on my car. It lights up red when the switch is engaged and blacks out like you see it when the switch is in the off position. These switches cost me no more than $5 at Autozone and look really nice and stock in the interior. Just an example of where you can place the switch. Again use your imagination. Almost anywhere on the dash is possible.

[pittfirefighter]

any questions about that fuse cluster?

[Negative]

Jeez - pittfirefighter - you were faster than I thought.
I understand what you are doing here. Still taking it from the fuse box where the fuse goes but essentially creating two outputs from the stock input. I would still prefer not to have to take from this spot so as to not confuse anyone who comes after me in the event that a fuse pops. You know how mechanics can be. If they saw this they would say there's your problem and start ripping out your work. Remember I am thinking for o0black0o's car on Sun.
On his I think I wll use the orange wire out of the back of the radio if so equipped.
Back to helping cnelson...I will just observe and learn now.

[pittfirefighter]

Oh ok, i don't know if you got what i was getting at, but the fuse itself (the spot i used number 30) is on a relay and shuts off when you open the door, therefore anything else attached to it will also shut off when opening the door

[Negative]

No I got it completely. Proceed - I'm actually learning something here.

This post has been edited by Negative: Dec 15, 2006 - 12:40 PM

[cnelson]

I'm glad your learning.. but i'm pretty lost. lol. IS it hard to instert the new fuse? And cut a place on the dash for the stwich? I'm still pretty confused about doing the LED's. Sorry. -cnelson.

[Negative]

Don't be. We were all new to this once.
And even though I've been doing this for years, as I said I'm learning from this. Let's see where pittfirefighter is taking you.

This post has been edited by Negative: Dec 15, 2006 - 1:11 PM

[pittfirefighter]

nope not tough at all, the switch will probably be the toughest part, just try to find one with a circular middle, then you can just drill a hole and thats it, fuse is as easy as pulling one out and pushing the other in

make sure you get the part i talked about before - Add-A-Fuse mini

[cnelson]

Ok, now autozone should have all these right? -cnelson.

[pittfirefighter]

yeah they definitely should

[Negative]

This is overly simplified but it was intended to be a diagram of what Pittfirefighter is telling you to do:

[cnelson]

Ok, so let me list what i need to make sure its everything;

Add-a-Fuse mini
18 guage wire
siwtch
LED's

is that all? -cnelson.

[Negative]

Ok, so let me list what i need to make sure its everything;

Add-a-Fuse mini
18 guage wire
siwtch
LED's

is that all? -cnelson.

Yes - be sure to get two different colors of wire - black (-) and red (+). This will make coaching you through the steps easier and also the finished product will be universaly recognizable to anyone later on.
Also don't forget to get the ready to go LEDs not the ones that need resistors. Youre not ready for resistors yet. Autozone has a 3pack that has a blue package. They are in the ricer section with the neons and such.

This post has been edited by Negative: Dec 15, 2006 - 2:08 PM

[cnelson]

Ok, going to go pick everything up right now, then tommorow i'm going to do it, my friend is coming over to help, but i still am kinda of confused on how to even begain the project? Thanks for everything. -cnelson.

[Negative]

Ok, going to go pick everything up right now, then tommorow i'm going to do it, my friend is coming over to help, but i still am kinda of confused on how to even begain the project? Thanks for everything. -cnelson.

Don't worry we got your back. You might want to start it today though cause I don't know about pitt but I'm gonna be out of touch until Monday probably. I may check in Sun if o0black0o has internet on his person while we re-wire his gauges.
take a pic of the LEDs you buy and post it before 5pm CST and I will let you know if you got the right ones. Remember the ones in the blue 3pack. I've had great luck with them and they are pretty much stupid simple to wire up.

[cnelson]

ehhh CST time? What time is it there now? Cause over here on EST its 3:30

[Negative]

You would have till 6:00pm your time. If you want you could text me at (832)882-0534 whenever. I have cricket so it wont cost me anything no matter how far away or what time. Cricket is the $hit!

going to Autozone today too so I can get you the brand name but I won't know how to get it to you. No internet at home in my music studio. The napster problems way back had gotten me paranoid LOL.

[cnelson]

Well the autozone by my house, didn't have the LED's so i got one at radio shack then going to post the pic to make sure its the right one then if it is i'll go get more. I also go "Add-A-Circut Mini" and the wire and the swtich (The switch says it isn't deisgned for things over 10 amps the LED is 1.7 watts). here are the pics;

Ok, the pics are taking a long time. I'll post them in a couple minutes.

[cnelson]

[cnelson]

Sorry the pictures came out like crap. I hope you can tell me if i got the right stuff or not. Thanks. -cnelson.

[pittfirefighter]

everything is good except the LED, you'll need to deal with resistors with that LED, depending on the size of the radio shack, they may have an LED that says on the box (with internal resistor), otherwise its going to be a pain, try another auto parts store, i know for sure pep boys and advance auto parts carries a crapload of the LED's you're looking for - they are called super bright LED's and they come in a pack of three, plus they already have wires attached, oh and we didn't mention this before cause i have a thousand roles on hand but you will also need electrical tape

This post has been edited by pittfirefighter: Dec 15, 2006 - 4:53 PM

[cnelson]

So everything else is ok? -cnelson

[pittfirefighter]

i edited the above post but idk if you saw it, make sure you have electrical tape

[Negative]

i know for sure pep boys and advance auto parts carries a crapload of the LED's you're looking for - they are called super bright LED's and they come in a pack of three, plus they already have wires attached,

Yeah that's the ones I was talking about. Worked really well and super easy to instal on my LED dome. Make sure to get those exact ones so we are all reading off the same page.

[Negative]

I'm out. Text me if you need help.

[cnelson]

Ok, so pitfire can you walk me though the steps so i can print them out and then do this tommorow? I have to get to bed, have to be at work 6 tommorow. But talk to you soon, probably tommorow afternoon. Thanks. -cnelson.

[cnelson]

Uh oh.. pitfire where are you? I need you to explain to me everything in detail? I'm going out in about an hour or so to get the LED's from pep-boys then i'm going to do this (hopefully) As long as you can explain it to me, I don't know how to the add the fuse and hook up the swtich and run the wire to LED's? Thanks. Hopefuly talk to you soon. -cnelson.

[pittfirefighter]

hey buddy i'm here but i'm at work til 5 so i will be here sparingly til then, take a pic of the LED's once you get them so we make sure you have the right ones and then we'll start on the install, do you have a garage to do this in?

[cnelson]

I can get a gargeg we already started to try, (making okay progress) I'm 99% sure i got the right lights. I'll post back if i need more help. Thanks a bunch. -cnelson.

[cnelson]

What fuse should we be useing we tried "Gauge" but it didn't work, now were going to try "Panel" What one did you use? Thanks.

[pittfirefighter]

what do you mean it didn't work? its the interior fuse panel near the steering wheel, the fuse is number 30, the fuse is located in the top right corner of the box, it is 15 Amps, i have some pics on previous pages

[cnelson]

It works now! After about 4 hours. lol. It took a little messing around but we go it to work, i'm going to post pictures soon! Thank you for everything! Now, on to my next project.. How hard is it to change headlight bulbs? -cnelson.

[cnelson]

I can't post pictures tonight cause i don't have the time/energy and i have to be in to work at 5:30 and its already 11. But i must say the lights look awesome. I have them in the middle two vents, and the vent by the driverside. Any other ideas what would look nice with some interror lights? What size bulbs are the lights on the roof? Like the ones that come on when the door opens? Also where else would be a nice idea to put some LED's? -cnelson.

[cnelson]

Just a quick question, what'd you guys use to mount the LED's i used duck tape.. did you guys just drill holes? Also, how can you remove the vent to the right of the passenger seat? I really want to run some LED's in there, but couldn't get the vent out.. Also what else can i do on the inside of the car? -cnelson.

[Negative]

Just a quick question, what'd you guys use to mount the LED's i used duck tape.. did you guys just drill holes? Also, how can you remove the vent to the right of the passenger seat? I really want to run some LED's in there, but couldn't get the vent out.. Also what else can i do on the inside of the car? -cnelson.

I'm back. The vent on the passenger side just pops out if I remember correctly. May take some wiggling but I would def try if you have the other ones done just to balance out the look. The Dome light is 1185 but you can add LEDs to them. o0black0o has a blue LED dome that we wired up. It looks really nice, alot better than my Red LED dome. LOL Also you can do the side doors redder [less orange-ish]. The headlight bulbs are super simple. Just pop the hood and look behind the high beams and you will see a black or grey twist out bulb harness. It's at the very back of the housing and has wires leading into it. You can't miss it. You will not need to remove any screws whatsoever. I used Sylvania Silverstars and they came out a nice white with a little more candlepower. You can also use the Sylvania Cool Blues if you want a white light with a blue rim around it.
There are also many more very high priced bulbs you can get but these are the most cost effective I've found.

[cnelson]

over xmas break i'm going to do all the thinks i want to on the inside. -cnelson.

[jordisonjr]

Its really simple to put them in your vets. All i did was wire them to the power source from my deck, and the acc wire from the deck. When i turn my car on the lights come on and when i turn it off they go off, pretty simple. I can put up pics later if you want. i might add a switch as well but i haven't decided yet

[95st-celica]

little project i been workin on

[pittfirefighter]

i swear it is like the "new thing" to bring posts back from the dead... wow