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Old May 27, 2018 | 06:45 PM
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I am trying Hella FF75 halogen lights. They should fit into turn signals nicely. Will see about light output.
Old May 27, 2018 | 10:05 PM
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Ive used those before. Light output is abysmal.
Old May 28, 2018 | 12:22 AM
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lack of optics/projector is the issue?
Old May 28, 2018 | 06:31 AM
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Totally missed the tag in this but if I remember right I didn't have to trim much. I think I did have to grind a little, also not in that picture is the third mount which is welded on the bottom.
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Aidan do you think these are also crap as FF75? - My Hella Lights :: Optilux 2020 Dual Beam Driving/Fog Lamp Kit
Old Jun 13, 2018 | 07:38 PM
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Update : Went back and got the Hellas purchased , converted to 9011 HIR bulb and sourced motorcycle turn signals that fit next to projectors.
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Old Jun 13, 2018 | 07:39 PM
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Thanks Aidan for giving us this idea and a DIY.
Old Jun 14, 2018 | 11:10 AM
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That looks great!
Old Jun 14, 2018 | 12:37 PM
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Originally Posted by stevos555
Update : Went back and got the Hellas purchased , converted to 9011 HIR bulb and sourced motorcycle turn signals that fit next to projectors.
Which turn signals did you use? I love the headlights, and my DRL halos, but I have yet to find a turn signal option that looks like it works as well as what you are running. Mine get washed out by the light from the halos/headlights.
Old Jun 14, 2018 | 12:59 PM
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heat the top and peel the black plate off.
the frame section has 2 holes perfectly made for these turn signals.
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 08:00 PM
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Originally Posted by stevos555
heat the top and peel the black plate off.
the frame section has 2 holes perfectly made for these turn signals.
Oh **** I actually have a set of those I ordered for the bike I'm building. They're gonna get cannibalized for this. Thanks for the tip!
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I got the LED blinkers wired but the flasher does not see them and is in the fast mode. The motorcycle turn signals all have 2 wires while our cars use a 3 wire socket relying on the dual filament bulb.

It works but does anyone know if I can wire this for a slow normal blink?

Solved - flasher mod had been done to allow for non hyper blink

The fix: Use the article in the garage to locate, remove, and open the flasher unit. With the components facing you and the pins pointing down, find the left relay. To its left is a 5.6K ohm resistor marked R1. Desolder this resistor and replace it with a 1Meg ohm resistor. Now reinstall everything and enjoy.

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