DLRs too bright? - Page 2

pab · 13th August 2010, 18:42

they do seem bright,maybe a switch should be fitted for night use.

i think you could attract attention from the boys in blue.

Kearton · 14th August 2010, 00:56

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Originally Posted by Jakg

You could always run them with a relay to the lights - i.e. when the headlights are on, it's reasonable to assume you don't want the DRL's on...

I read in the (Car Builder Solutions Catalogue) that the IVA construction rules (which may not a ply to retro fit installations) for DLRs are that they MUST be wired to switch off when the headlights come on. They offer a DLR wiring kit with the requisite relays for about £17.

I agree though that most OEM DLRs are much too bright even in daylight, the worst being Audis & Mercedes. I think Volvo's original implementation was about right. It used a 21w indicator bulb.

Kearton

chrislloydie · 15th August 2010, 21:18

Completed the DLR install today, bumper off job etc. Installed a switch next to the light control switches so can turn the lights off at night if they prove to be too bright.

pab · 15th August 2010, 21:26

did you take any pictures during the fitting of these,due to the popularity it would have made a great 'how to'

chrislloydie · 15th August 2010, 21:35

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Originally Posted by pab

did you take any pictures during the fitting of these,due to the popularity it would have made a great 'how to'

Unfortunately I didn't. Didn't even think of taking pics to be honest. But wish I had now. I'm going to the midlands nano meet next weekend so I will try and remember to take my camera and take some pictures of how I installed them. Due to work I won't be able to get round to it any sooner.

James.uk · 16th August 2010, 00:38

I'm a bit lost here, why do you want your lights on during daylight?

If another drivers eyesight is so poor he can't see your car, having some lights on aint going to help you!

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Jakg · 16th August 2010, 00:43

Have you seen the new Audi DRL / LED Running lights?

i'm sure the answer is yes... everyone has. Usually with an insult at the end... but everyone notices it!

A car is not hard to see, but often people see the car, but don't register it. A bright brilliant white light forces you to register that theres a car there.

Unfortunately most people can't drive very well... DRL's are (imo) a great safety feature, thus why (some rather rubbish ones) are on my car.

pab · 16th August 2010, 08:01

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Originally Posted by chrislloydie

Unfortunately I didn't. Didn't even think of taking pics to be honest. But wish I had now. I'm going to the midlands nano meet next weekend so I will try and remember to take my camera and take some pictures of how I installed them. Due to work I won't be able to get round to it any sooner.

that would be great if you could..very interested in this

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Jakg This is my second home N/A Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Suffolk Posts: 6,867 Thanks: 0 Thanked 397 Times in 302 Posts	Have you seen the new Audi DRL / LED Running lights? i'm sure the answer is yes... everyone has. Usually with an insult at the end... but everyone notices it! A car is not hard to see, but often people see the car, but don't register it. A bright brilliant white light forces you to register that theres a car there. Unfortunately most people can't drive very well... DRL's are (imo) a great safety feature, thus why (some rather rubbish ones) are on my car.