SMT LED Bulbs (#74) for 98-99 Gauge Cluster
#41
ha ha for HomerMAC it does get pretty bright at times but if you use the right led it works wonders and you can avoid the hot spots also as for the purple i just got board and wanted something different..
#42
Well, I'm a bit disappointed—because of the blue tint inside the gauges, my cluster is now light blue rather than pure white. I didn't think it would be this blue. Also, it's not as bright or as even as I'd hoped. These are pretty tiny SMT LEDs and they couldn't be that much brighter than regular LEDs.
At this point I think the best solution is "hyperwhite" incandescent bulbs. For example, Polarg makes 194 bulbs and a few 4th gen owners on the Org have used them in their dash with great results—very white, very even light. This would involve a little modification so the bulbs fit. (Unfortunately, 74 bulbs only seem to come in 1.4/1.5 watt and plain white.) A regular bulb will be superior because of wider angle and because the light source is farther back from the gauges.
For example: http://forums.maxima.org/showpost.ph...25&postcount=9
At this point I think the best solution is "hyperwhite" incandescent bulbs. For example, Polarg makes 194 bulbs and a few 4th gen owners on the Org have used them in their dash with great results—very white, very even light. This would involve a little modification so the bulbs fit. (Unfortunately, 74 bulbs only seem to come in 1.4/1.5 watt and plain white.) A regular bulb will be superior because of wider angle and because the light source is farther back from the gauges.
For example: http://forums.maxima.org/showpost.ph...25&postcount=9
http://autolumination.com/bmw/74.htm
#45
you guys need to figure out what color you want first and then decied how bright you want it to be.. those colored bulbs will just fade in a couple months and using those stupid condom thing that just slip over the bulb don't work either. i have tried every led there is out there and the best one i have found are called 194 Refracter bulbs and they are a 12v.. they seem to emit more light in more places eliminating those spots where it seems brighter.. go to ebay and type that in.. but thats just my 2 cents... good luck and if you need any help just ask
#46
Has anyone tried the super flux 194 leds? Best Hong Kong has a high power wide angle leds available. Maybe will be disappointed with these as well most people dont seem to be happy with these 194 leds.
#47
i used them. the photo over-exagerates the hotspots, but around the 60 mph and 5k rpm is a little dim. the bulbs also do not snap into the holders very tight so i used a dab of silicone on the end to stick them into place. all in all i'm happy with them for a semi-pnp product
Just a quick note.. I used my old blue led bulbs in the turn signals and the high beam light. I must say.. it looks fantastic. Put one of the newer style white SMT's in the O/D off light and it also looks great!
#48
I purchased some 5 smt led bulbs (194) for my gauges from vleds any wasn't happy with the output . I contacted vleds and asked for an exchange for 11smt led bulbs and they basically told me the output was the same and i didn't believe them so I went ahead and bought them anyway. And they were right I didn't notice any difference at all between the 5 smt and the 11smt. And they are a few dollars more per set. But in the end I guess it is worth it just getting bulbs for the gauges and use leds for the needles because it saves so much time. Just thought I let you guys know.
#53
My 1995 Maxima Cluster has a bulb out by the fuel indicator. I would like to replace it and the others with LEDs. I am NOT looking at hooking my Maxima up since this is just my DD to and from post which is 100 miles round trip, but figured I'd like to replace them with something brighter and long lasting.
I like what this guy did with his. I'd like them to be like this if possible (see link below).
http://forums.maxima.org/4304925-post9.html
Can someone post a link to where I can get these, along with size and how many? NOTE* I do not have a digital cluster installed. Just the OEM 1995 Cluster
Thanks
I like what this guy did with his. I'd like them to be like this if possible (see link below).
http://forums.maxima.org/4304925-post9.html
Can someone post a link to where I can get these, along with size and how many? NOTE* I do not have a digital cluster installed. Just the OEM 1995 Cluster
Thanks
#54
Would these be the ones I want?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Parts-Accessories_Car-Truck-Parts-Accessories__5x-194-168-W5W-5-LED-WHITE-Refractor-Wedge-Bulbs-Light_W0QQitemZ190258112746QQddnZPartsQ20Q26Q20Acc essoriesQQadnZCarQ20Q26Q20TruckQ20PartsQ20Q26Q20Ac cessoriesQQddiZ2811QQadiZ2865QQcmdZViewItem?hash=i tem190258112746&_trkparms=39%3A1|65%3A1|240%3A1318 &_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Parts-Accessories_Car-Truck-Parts-Accessories__5x-194-168-W5W-5-LED-WHITE-Refractor-Wedge-Bulbs-Light_W0QQitemZ190258112746QQddnZPartsQ20Q26Q20Acc essoriesQQadnZCarQ20Q26Q20TruckQ20PartsQ20Q26Q20Ac cessoriesQQddiZ2811QQadiZ2865QQcmdZViewItem?hash=i tem190258112746&_trkparms=39%3A1|65%3A1|240%3A1318 &_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
#56
this?
http://www.v-leds.com/Shop/Control/P...id/0/SFV/32481
got a picture of yours? IF so please post or send to my email; judd1980@comcast.net
Thank you
#57
I put those LEDS in my car, and it sucked..the dash was OK, but the needles were dim as hell, i couldnt see ****.
took them out and put stockers back in. Unless Polarg/PIAA make some 194s that fit in the 74 socket im not even going to bother with any of this stuff anymore.
My question is, the only way to get a brighter light, would be to use a strong bulb, but that could cause burning out issues. I wonder if you were to run a relay and some bigger bulbs if that would work.
took them out and put stockers back in. Unless Polarg/PIAA make some 194s that fit in the 74 socket im not even going to bother with any of this stuff anymore.
My question is, the only way to get a brighter light, would be to use a strong bulb, but that could cause burning out issues. I wonder if you were to run a relay and some bigger bulbs if that would work.
#58
which ones exactly? there's a few.
this?
http://www.v-leds.com/Shop/Control/P...id/0/SFV/32481
got a picture of yours? IF so please post or send to my email; judd1980@comcast.net
Thank you
this?
http://www.v-leds.com/Shop/Control/P...id/0/SFV/32481
got a picture of yours? IF so please post or send to my email; judd1980@comcast.net
Thank you
#59
Are these it?
http://www.v-leds.com/Shop/Control/P...id/0/SFV/32481
and these?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/_Car-Truck-Parts-Accessories__194-168-T10-SMD-SMT-5-LED-Light-White-2-Bulbs-Wide-View_W0QQitemZ400001488056QQadnZCarQ20Q26Q20TruckQ 20PartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQadiZ2865QQcmdZViewIte m?hash=item400001488056&_trkparms=39%3A1|65%3A2|24 0%3A1318&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
I need 5 right?
http://www.v-leds.com/Shop/Control/P...id/0/SFV/32481
and these?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/_Car-Truck-Parts-Accessories__194-168-T10-SMD-SMT-5-LED-Light-White-2-Bulbs-Wide-View_W0QQitemZ400001488056QQadnZCarQ20Q26Q20TruckQ 20PartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQadiZ2865QQcmdZViewIte m?hash=item400001488056&_trkparms=39%3A1|65%3A2|24 0%3A1318&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
I need 5 right?
Last edited by 95slowMaxima; 10-14-2008 at 07:39 PM.
#60
Are these it?
http://www.v-leds.com/Shop/Control/P...id/0/SFV/32481
and these?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/_Car-Truck-Parts-Accessories__194-168-T10-SMD-SMT-5-LED-Light-White-2-Bulbs-Wide-View_W0QQitemZ400001488056QQadnZCarQ20Q26Q20TruckQ 20PartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQadiZ2865QQcmdZViewIte m?hash=item400001488056&_trkparms=39%3A1|65%3A2|24 0%3A1318&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
I need 5 right?
http://www.v-leds.com/Shop/Control/P...id/0/SFV/32481
and these?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/_Car-Truck-Parts-Accessories__194-168-T10-SMD-SMT-5-LED-Light-White-2-Bulbs-Wide-View_W0QQitemZ400001488056QQadnZCarQ20Q26Q20TruckQ 20PartsQ20Q26Q20AccessoriesQQadiZ2865QQcmdZViewIte m?hash=item400001488056&_trkparms=39%3A1|65%3A2|24 0%3A1318&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245
I need 5 right?
#61
Thanks for the info.
I am basically just replacing all of them bc I have one light out over by my fuel gauge and thought LEDs would be the way to go. Should I just stick with oem, these or another kind?
Thank you
I am basically just replacing all of them bc I have one light out over by my fuel gauge and thought LEDs would be the way to go. Should I just stick with oem, these or another kind?
Thank you
#62
No problem.. The polarg 194 hyper white are nice and will give you a blueish white color. If you are looking for alternative colors v.leds are the way to go. Either way you decide Im sure you will be much happier than stock bulbs.
#63
Quick question , i have a 96 max and i want to change the turn signal arrow on the cluster and and the indicators bulbs . Are those bulbs 194 bulbs? I change the cluster bulbs for the mph rpm gas and cold/hot but like a dumbass i didnt look for the rest of the bulb size. Also how can i get my needles back to red?
Mike
Mike
#65
So I have a 97 max and I ordered these fellas
http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-b...s%2F74_t15.htm
but they are obviously the wrong bulb way smaller than whats in here, so now I feel like a dummy for ordering the wrong lights, anyone know which ones I should have got?
http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-b...s%2F74_t15.htm
but they are obviously the wrong bulb way smaller than whats in here, so now I feel like a dummy for ordering the wrong lights, anyone know which ones I should have got?
#68
so would these fellas work?
http://www.v-leds.com/Exterior-LED/C...-p4481101.html
would they be bright enough?
http://www.v-leds.com/Exterior-LED/C...-p4481101.html
would they be bright enough?
#69
I would get these http://www.v-leds.com/Exterior-LED/C...81079-1-2.html
#70
or perhaps something like this
http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-b...FWLED-xHP5.htm
Tell me what you think I should get, ill do it and give you some pictures
http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-b...FWLED-xHP5.htm
Tell me what you think I should get, ill do it and give you some pictures
#73
or perhaps something like this
http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-b...FWLED-xHP5.htm
Tell me what you think I should get, ill do it and give you some pictures
http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-b...FWLED-xHP5.htm
Tell me what you think I should get, ill do it and give you some pictures
#75
Which bulbs did you get exactly? I got the 5 bulb smt 194 from Vleds in Blue. The color blue from mine are a lot of a darker blue than yours but they are from two different companies. That could play a role in the color difference. I'll take a pic of mine when I get some time.
Last edited by maxprivate; 03-09-2010 at 05:54 PM.
#77
#78
So they do have some. Its not a 5 smt LED bulb though. I guess since the bulb is so small they would never be able to fit 5 leds on there. I wonder how bright they are. Any one using using 74'S try them?
#79
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