solariis

I'm looking to replace my brakes and turn signals in the rear with red LED bulbs and turn signals in the front with yellow LEDs. However, according to the post below, he ended up having to use load resistors for the turn signals to get rid of the hyper flashing issue.

https://maxima.org/forums/8th-genera...placement.html

Has anyone successfully replaced turn signal bulbs with LEDs that did not require load resistors at all? Is this even a possibility or will I need the resistors regardless of what brand I purchase?

Max8

He says right in his post that he bought them but didn't need to use them.

solariis

See last sentence in his post:
https://maxima.org/forums/8th-genera...ml#post9084427
"UPDATE: I did end up needing the 50w load resistors...make sure you order these and install."

Max8

He says: "Bought the load resistors too to prevent any hyper flashing, but didn't end up needing them."

solariis

I linked you post #5 in which he edited his post at the bottom underneath the photos to say he ended up needing them after all.

Max8

My mistake. Then you'd better buy some.

A36-SR

You need them no matter what or if you can found the led bulbs the don't required but good luck on the size we use .

spidgeon

Guys - When I initially made the video, I turned the hazard lights on to test the new LEDs. When these were on, I didn't have any hyper flashing...this is why I thought the resistors were not needed. It was when I actually turned the turn signals ON, that I realized they are in fact needed...sorry for the confusion. Regarding built in resistors on bulbs...don't get them. I found some LEDs on the market that claim to have resistors "built-in". I have no idea if or how well they work, but frankly I would probably avoid them. I would guess that a resistor built into the bulb itself would only add unnecessary length to the bulb in an already tight space. IMO, I would much rather have more and larger LED diodes and brightness than a resistor built in. Installing the resistors is actually VERY easy. Here are two videos that I used....enjoy.