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  1. #1 How to Upgrade Reverse Lights to Cree Style LED's *PICS w/ Comparison* 
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    I recently replaced my stock halogen reverse lights with some Cree style LED bulbs, for increased visibility and light output. Here's a write up on how to do it, with before and after pictures.

    Step 1: Remove the taillight assembly (do one at a time) and take out the reverse light bulb.



    Step 2: Take your new bulb.



    Step 3: Push the new bulb into the socket as best you can. It is not an exact fit, so it will not click in like the stock bulb.

    Step 4: With electrical tape, secure the new bulb into the socket as best you can so it won't fall out when driving. Cut around the parts that snap into place so it can still fit.



    Step 5: Make sure the bulb is very secure. Push the socket into place on the taillight assembly (it should take some force).

    Step 6: Re-install tail light assembly to car.

    Step 7: Repeat from step 1 for other side.

    Step 8: Make sure both bulbs are working correctly and enjoy your new reverse lights!

    Here are some comparison photos:

    Stock Lights


    LED Lights


    Stock


    LED


    Stock


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    Stock


    LED


    If you are interested here is where I got mine, they are only $13: eBay - New & used electronics, cars, apparel, collectibles, sporting goods & more at low prices

    As you can see they are very white, and are quite brighter.


    Here is a night pic as well:

    Note they are not as blue as in this picture^
    This is a very easy upgrade for both safety and style.


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    needs night time pics
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    added one


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    You have reverse lights???? Does that come stock.
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    Quote Originally Posted by chevyy1212 View Post
    You have reverse lights???? Does that come stock.
    Lol?


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    Im thinkin this would help me load my aluminum boat after i get done bowfishing at night! thanks


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    looks pretty good at night! i like it. only thing i don't like is having to rig the bulb for it to stay. what a let down.
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    Not doing this mod if i have to tape my bulbs to make them stay in ....
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    Quote Originally Posted by brandonl2000 View Post
    looks pretty good at night! i like it. only thing i don't like is having to rig the bulb for it to stay. what a let down.
    Yes, I wasn't aware that it wouldn't fit correctly until I was putting them in haha. BUT with the tape on there, they are MORE secure than the stock ones.


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    Quote Originally Posted by rynoman03 View Post
    Not doing this mod if i have to tape my bulbs to make them stay in ....
    I think it's worth it, nothing wrong with a lil tape.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Hippo Machine View Post
    I think it's worth it, nothing wrong with a lil tape.
    Yes there is you used the wrong kind of tape. It ain't fixed or secured unless it's duct tape. Get with the program.

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    gotta love the "slap it together and hope it holds" mod
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    I didn't "slap it together" its really secure... I couldn't pull it out of the socket if I tried.


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    needz moar gorrila tape
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    Sorry I'm not a Honda owner. Stickers and duct tape will not be used to mod my car.
    1999 GTPHP Tuned, Ported SC/TB, 42#'s, SSAC's, ZZP Modded 1.9's/LS6 Springs/Manley's, TransGo Shift Kit, Poly Uppers, KYB GR2's/Springtech's. - 231k and traded it in. - Gone
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    Quote Originally Posted by rynoman03 View Post
    Sorry I'm not a Honda owner. Stickers and duct tape will not be used to mod my car.
    Then use electrical tape. 3M super 33+ all day!


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    Quote Originally Posted by rynoman03 View Post
    Sorry I'm not a Honda owner. Stickers and duct tape will not be used to mod my car.
    so how you make it this far breh?
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    the bulb doesnt click in, but it should fit more than snug enough to no fall out. either that or you used the wrong bulb.
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    I upgraded all the lights on my car with LED. They all clicked in and held properly. I like what you did for the light output, but connection wise I can only think of the heat from resistance of a bad connection.

    There's no tape holding anything on da Regal.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Bio248 View Post
    the bulb doesnt click in, but it should fit more than snug enough to no fall out. either that or you used the wrong bulb.
    I think its just poor manufacturing of the bulb... after all... ebay $13 for 2
    Brand new and tested before shipping.
    Low power consumption.
    Light weight, long lasting.
    Easy installation, plug & play.
    For eyes safety, please don't look directly at the bulb within one meter.
    Cross Reference T20= 3156, 7440, W21W bulbs.
    Replace it now and get very bright&safe sight for packing in the night!



    Voltage: 12V-24V DC
    Power: 7W
    Color: white
    Socket : T20Working
    temperature: -40℃ to 85 ℃
    Led Chip: Cree-16 , 7W high power
    Brightness: ≈500LM
    Lifetime: 30,000--50,000 hours


    Package Included:

    2 x T20 Reverse light blue


    Our reverse are L3156 so the bulb should work, and if made right, should snap in and hold on its own. Be sure to watch them, you don't want them to both go out from poor craftmanship (judging by how well it fits in the socket), and you go backing into someone, or get hit trying to back out because your reverse lights were crap.
    Not hating, just sayin... keep an eye on them

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    ...not scanning/monitoring your motor is like bangin a hooker and you just HOPE your not infected.
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