Nutty slack Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 Has anyone put day running lights on ? If so what and how ? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rojie Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 10 hours ago, Nutty slack said: Has anyone put day running lights on ? If so what and how ? Cheers Hi Nutty, Welcome to the Forum. I have them on mine, but I didn't fit them so I cannot help you there, sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nutty slack Posted June 27, 2022 Author Share Posted June 27, 2022 Thank you Roger, do you have a photo so I can where they are positioned Cheers nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rojie Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 5 hours ago, Nutty slack said: Thank you Roger, do you have a photo so I can where they are positioned Cheers nick No, but I'll get one tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teekay Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 23 hours ago, Rojie said: No, but I'll get one tomorrow The choice we have with LED DRLs is pretty amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rojie Posted June 29, 2022 Share Posted June 29, 2022 Sorry for the delay; I could not find the correct lead for the camera I used ! This front valance is MZ G Edition version. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 I looked at installing DRL's, but to be honest I just leave the side lights switched on. They switch off when you get out of the car and just switch on when you restart. This way you have front and rear lights when driving. I did fit some really bright LED bulbs in the front side lights though. The only disadvantage I find is that if you park and switch off, the side lights stay on until the drivers door is opened and closed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teekay Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 1 hour ago, Jellybean said: I looked at installing DRL's, but to be honest I just leave the side lights switched on. They switch off when you get out of the car and just switch on when you restart. This way you have front and rear lights when driving. I did fit some really bright LED bulbs in the front side lights though. The only disadvantage I find is that if you park and switch off, the side lights stay on until the drivers door is opened and closed. Thankyou for sharing the tip about use of side lights Do you mind sharing the LEDs bulb you used for side lights? I suppose Gen 2 Alphard Vellfire have all led bulbs in front and back by default? Anyone? I personally had led DRLs installed in couple of other old cars and had even switch to turn them off if I wanted. Those lights are so Bright and working flawless after 7 years. Needed wiring and switches but are great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 32 minutes ago, Teekay said: Thankyou for sharing the tip about use of side lights Do you mind sharing the LEDs bulb you used for side lights? I suppose Gen 2 Alphard Vellfire have all led bulbs in front and back by default? Anyone? I personally had led DRLs installed in couple of other old cars and had even switch to turn them off if I wanted. Those lights are so Bright and working flawless after 7 years. Needed wiring and switches but are great. My Vellfire is not all LED. Front Side lights are W5W / T10 type. I fitted these below. 10smd type. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rojie Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 Just a quick word of caution. I bought some LED side lights for my Gen 1 facelift, to replace the blue lights fitted which I didn't like. There are so many to choose from. The ones I bought were Canbus types and did fit, JUST. They were quite loose in the holder. I was worried one could jiggle free. If they ever fall out inside the glass, oh boy, what fun. I didn't think I would ever get them out. So, Please be careful what you fit. Make sure they are a robust fit, and are well seated. Strangely, the ones I fitted appear blue, until you turn them on when they appear a very bright white. Please don't ask what I fitted, I have no idea now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teekay Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 3 hours ago, Jellybean said: My Vellfire is not all LED. Front Side lights are W5W / T10 type. I fitted these below. 10smd type. Thankyou for confirming this. It is minefield to find right bulb otherwise. I can see many from AUXITO and ARGO on eBay like below AUXITO T10 501 W5W 13SMD LED SideLight Bulb Canbus Error Free 6500K Super Bright Would like up find some make similar in reputation like Philips Sony Panasonic etc so don't need to think twice about quality but I'm afraid most of these led these days tend to be like these unheard names. May be my ignorance. Any knows which make are good leds? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teekay Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 I'm surprised Vellfires don't have led front side lights. But thankfully this might be easy fix. Also DRLs might be worthy update.. They do help on fast moving high traffic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nutty slack Posted June 30, 2022 Author Share Posted June 30, 2022 Thank you guys for the information I always thought it was going to be a bit tricky but by adding DRL looks to show the Alphard off properly in my opinion Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teekay Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 36 minutes ago, Nutty slack said: Thank you guys for the information I always thought it was going to be a bit tricky but by adding DRL looks to show the Alphard off properly in my opinion Thank you Not only for aesthetics, DRL have great utility IMHO. When drl concept arrived, I thought it was wasteful and stupid but with modern led - bullet proof and long life, it is a no brainer. I'll check the make of drl I had bought if I can find receipt. It has been excellent so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teekay Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 https://www.auto-lighting.co.uk/product-eng-5678-High-Quality-DRL-Daytime-Running-Lights-5-LED-CREE-HQ-V6.html I think I have these - as these are CREE, I think quality was best. Also pic below is from eBay. I think I'll go for these.. May be slightly longer strip if possible. But 100 percent has to be CREE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nutty slack Posted July 1, 2022 Author Share Posted July 1, 2022 Hi Teekay totally agree and thank you so much for the post that is brilliant, I'm going to get the DRL as you recommend, cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teekay Posted July 1, 2022 Share Posted July 1, 2022 18 minutes ago, Nutty slack said: Hi Teekay totally agree and thank you so much for the post that is brilliant, I'm going to get the DRL as you recommend, cheers Glad it helps you 👍 Please also look at the option below. These are individual bulbs and we can get 10 on each side? Can these be fitted as part of the bumper? Last time I bought my led drl, I had exchanged messages with this seller and they were brilliant. By eBay standards I think they are proper sellers. These lift as below have "High Quality DRL Multi Shape Daytime Running Lights 10-LED CREE HQ-V20 D" the last bit v20 a b c d, not sure what the difference is. If anyone finds out please share. I'll try to mail / call them at some point. Individually fitted drl bulb can be effort but will look great. One from previous post are easy. Please note it's lighting / wiring will need to be done in a way the it connects to headlight wire. Moment you turn headlight on it turns drl off. I might be stating the obvious. Also I fitted a switch for drl, so I can turn it off if I wanted. In nighttime you might be parked somewhere and not need DRLs blasting pure white light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted July 1, 2022 Share Posted July 1, 2022 16 hours ago, Teekay said: Thankyou for confirming this. It is minefield to find right bulb otherwise. I can see many from AUXITO and ARGO on eBay like below AUXITO T10 501 W5W 13SMD LED SideLight Bulb Canbus Error Free 6500K Super Bright Would like up find some make similar in reputation like Philips Sony Panasonic etc so don't need to think twice about quality but I'm afraid most of these led these days tend to be like these unheard names. May be my ignorance. Any knows which make are good leds? Auxito are good quality but don't bother with Argos. Was disappointed with Argos items. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teekay Posted July 1, 2022 Share Posted July 1, 2022 2 minutes ago, Jellybean said: Auxito are good quality but don't bother with Argos. Was disappointed with Argos items. CREE are best led AFAIK. If i can find that make, I might change all bulbs I can in my van Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybean Posted July 1, 2022 Share Posted July 1, 2022 1 minute ago, Teekay said: CREE are best led AFAIK. If i can find that make, I might change all bulbs I can in my van Cree are a type of LED. Auxito and Argo are brands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teekay Posted July 1, 2022 Share Posted July 1, 2022 11 hours ago, Jellybean said: Cree are a type of LED. Auxito and Argo are brands. http://www.ledlights.org/FAQ/What-is-Cree-LED.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philllx Posted November 24, 2022 Share Posted November 24, 2022 I've recently had these delivered from aliExpress, not fitted yet, look good when tested need linking to the side lamps so they switch off when side lights are on. They replace the front indicator bulbs. https://m.aliexpress.com/item/1005001862616965.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harley Posted February 25 Share Posted February 25 On 11/25/2022 at 3:01 AM, Philllx said: I've recently had these delivered from aliExpress, not fitted yet, look good when tested need linking to the side lamps so they switch off when side lights are on. They replace the front indicator bulbs. https://m.aliexpress.com/item/1005001862616965.html Hi, did you fit these switchback turn signal/drl bulbs? Looking at doing the exact same thing! Current waiting for my 2009 350g L alphard to arrive in Canada, and the car needs DRL to be registered and insured. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCB Posted February 25 Share Posted February 25 6 hours ago, harley said: Hi, did you fit these switchback turn signal/drl bulbs? Looking at doing the exact same thing! Current waiting for my 2009 350g L alphard to arrive in Canada, and the car needs DRL to be registered and insured. Thanks Hi, also really interested in getting these! for those who have installed, are they easy to install? Is it a matter of taking one bulb out and replacing, or is there allot of rewiring involved and panel removing? Really appreciate any feedback, thank you 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philllx Posted February 27 Share Posted February 27 (edited) On 2/25/2024 at 12:07 PM, harley said: Hi, did you fit these switchback turn signal/drl bulbs? Looking at doing the exact same thing! Current waiting for my 2009 350g L alphard to arrive in Canada, and the car needs DRL to be registered and insured. No not fitted yet, there still in the box.... I have replaced the fog lamp bulbs and at the moment just use them with the side lights during the day. Edited February 27 by Philllx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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