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Old 01-13-2017, 01:40 PM #31
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I had already upgraded the factory backup light position to the Phillips 921 LED lights, but all that really did was make the light more white, it really didn't give me any more usable light.
that's kind of my grump about the 921. so you approve at the moment, huh?
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I definitely approve.

And for the record, I didn't buy DD lights, I got two of these for the old turn signal spots.

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I had already upgraded the factory backup light position to the Phillips 921 LED lights, but all that really did was make the light more white, it really didn't give me any more usable light.
Yea the Philips LED's are crap for light output. I tried them in the 194 variety for the interior lights and DE3175. The 194s were a small improvement over stock, but the DE3175 was actually dimmer than stock. I swapped out to the JDM ASTAR and there was a huge improvement. IMHO the Philips LED'S aren't worth the time or money.

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If you're really looking for more light in reverse, why not start by replacing the reverse bulbs with LEDs? That's surely simpler than modifying something which may not need a mod. It's also half the price of the tail-as-turn kit even before you start adding DiodeDynamics ridiculously overpriced LEDs.
Also consider the reverse light reflector is designed to project light behind you where you need it. The rear turn signal is an indicator light, and has no such reflector and will throw lots of light up, out to the side, and behind you. Lots of light wasted in a place where you don't need it.

My suggestion is JDM ASTAR 912/921 800 lumen LEDs
Here's what they look like in a well lit parking lot, they provide more than enough light to see through the rear camera.
Thanks for the recommendation. Just ordered a set.
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Pretty cool! Gives me some ideas...
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Yea the Philips LED's are crap for light output. I tried them in the 194 variety for the interior lights and DE3175. The 194s were a small improvement over stock, but the DE3175 was actually dimmer than stock. I swapped out to the JDM ASTAR and there was a huge improvement. IMHO the Philips LED'S aren't worth the time or money.

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Yeah, just comparing specs between oem, the Philips offerings, and JDM Astar, it definitely pays to go with with higher output quality. Amazon reviews are pretty solid too.
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Thanks for the recommendation. Just ordered a set.
Ditto. Thanks @Friggin Idiot
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got this wired up. I LIKE IT!
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got this wired up. I LIKE IT!
What did you get exactly? :-)...I want to upgrade but a little torn right now...leaning towards DD tail as turn module
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I have it as well and I'm very happy with it. I've been a fan of Diode Dynamics for some time, they make good stuff.
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I Will be doing this mod

Hey guys, I just partnered with Diode Dynamics and they sent me their Turns as Tails module with their best lights. I will also be doing their Front turn signal Switch backs as well.
Check out this small instagram clip of the package they sent. More to come!
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Hey guys, I just partnered with Diode Dynamics and they sent me their Turns as Tails module with their best lights. I will also be doing their Front turn signal Switch backs as well.
Check out this small instagram clip of the package they sent. More to come!
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as much as i love diode dynamics turn as tails module. and the innovation of certain products. The bulbs they sent you. are price ok, for the warranty they give you. But on ebay/amazon, i can buy 3 pairs for every pair from diode dynamics. i also have the 921 bulbs they sent you, they work ok. But are vastly beaten by the latest bulbs with 2835 samsung chips, which sell for .. $9.99 a pair on amazon.

I also have a set of the t20/7440 white that they sent you. also beaten by the latest bulbs from other makers at $20.00 a pair or less. I have probably a hundred spare led bulbs lying around that i've bench tested at one point or another.

i will add that the XP50 and XP80 that i have are not from them. i paid $10 dollars for the xp50, and possibly $20- $30 for the XP80, direct from china.
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What did you get exactly? :-)...I want to upgrade but a little torn right now...leaning towards DD tail as turn module
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00P5X67PE
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1 set of each. $26.00 spent on led bulbs on top of the tail as turn module.
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Video Install

Hello, I just finished the installation video. You can see it here on my webpage:

4Runner - Tail as Turn mod | The Ronin Chronicle

I really like how easy it was to do and the result is excellent!
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Does anyone have a clip of the switchbacks in action? I ran vled's in my 07 but haven't seen anything by diode dynamics.
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