led turn signal bulb problem

[shakeychevy]

i just upgraded to leds on my running/turn signals. now my turn signals flash real slowwwwwww... whats the fix for this? different type flasher ? add resisitor?

[TheGr8Schlotzky]

Re: led turn signal bulb problem

You could add a resistor, or just get an electronic flasher unit. They are like 8 bucks at autozone.

[whitdog54]

Re: led turn signal bulb problem

http://www.camaroz28.com/forums/show....php?p=6736083

scroll down a bit for pic

[shakeychevy]

Re: led turn signal bulb problem

thats a whole different problem but thanks anyway

[shakeychevy]

Re: led turn signal bulb problem

going to try a electronic flasher unit .... seems the problem most have with led upgrade is no flash or fast flash . i also failed to mention in 1st post the car also has sequential taillight modules ..

[TheGr8Schlotzky]

Re: led turn signal bulb problem

I'm not sure how the electronic unit will react with the sequentials. From what I've read, sequential kits use hazard flashers for a slightly slower flash rate for the full sequential effect. I'm still confident that the electronic flasher will solve the mentioned problem, but I couldn't tell you whether it will disallow the full effect of the sequential tails or not.

For you, a resistor might be a better bet.

I believe the turn signal filament for a 3157 is right around 27 watts, so with P=IV and V=IR, R=V^2/P. Your resistor should be around 5-8 ohms with a power rating of at least 35W, probably closer to 50W. I would think you could find these at RadioShack or similar electronic stores. Wire it in parallel across the positive and negative wires of the turn signal leads.

[shakeychevy]

Re: led turn signal bulb problem

glad to say the electronic flasher did the trick...flashing speed is normal again

[whitdog54]

Re: led turn signal bulb problem

thats a whole different problem but thanks anyway

i was just posting for the location of the relay, seeing how most people dont seem to know where it is.