Hey there! Feel free to give us a call at 314-205-3033, Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our in-house US service team would be happy to help you!
On your home page you state that your led bulbs are not for headlight use. Saying that as of 2007 federal law does not allow the use of the bulb for headlight use , want to make the change but at what cost? Is this a case of proceed at your own risk?
You do not recommend it because it is illegal yet that's exactly what you do in this video. You can't have it both ways. The video contradicted everything you print and say with a tongue in cheek attitude . I know it's illegal but it seems everyone is in stalling them anyway. I'll have to think about it , you are not the only ones promoting the LED for headlight use in their videos some with no warning.
@@garyo408 This video is unlisted to the public to view due to the discontinuation of our SL1 bulbs for use in the headlight location. Where did you come across this video link, Gary? Thank you!
@@diodedynamics found it on TH-cam while looking for LED Headlight bulbs and LED Bulb install. This is not the only video that installed LED as headlights , just about every site has video installing them. Here in Arizona there are so many trucks that have done the LED install. Looks like I will push the envelope and do the same using light set. Wasn't trying to give you guys a hard time , just wanted to get a clearer idea of the whole light installation thing. Thanks for all the information.
Just watched and loved the video. I had just put new bulbs in my truck yesterday and it made no noticeable difference so I am taking them out and looking for LED. I'm just curious if the bulbs you sell are justifiably five times more expensive than those found on say Amazon?
Hey Shawn - it really comes down to the reliability and the beam pattern. With generics you find on eBay or Amazon, you will get bulbs that do not last as long, and do not perform well optically. These bulbs were designed with that in mind, and use many genuine components, hence the higher price.
I got a few questions here. First off, does this mean that resistors are required to have these upgrades? If so, do I need a resistor per light or only on the turn signal lights? Also, have anyone used these upgrades led lights without the resistors? Lastly, how long do they last?
Resistors are not needed for the headlight bulbs, as generally that is just turn signal applications. When installing on turn signals, you will need one resistor per bulb. If you choose not to install resistors, it will not hurt the bulb or vehicle in any way, it will just hyper-flash.
I purchased the led switchback turn signals for my 2016 F150 and watched this video for installation. I followed the video exactly, skipping my resistor kit because I only watched as far as the bulb installation. The bulb itself does not hyperflash, but the turn signal indication in the dash does. Would installing the resistor kit resolve that issue?
Do you offer HID bulb upgrade for 2016-2018 Silverado? Perhaps white bright HID bulbs that work with the OEM ballast? The OEM color is 💩 and doesn't produce much light on dark rainy roads that have no lines or old non reflective lines. Truck is a 2018 with 39,000 miles, it seems they've never really been bright. My 2012 Tundra with 55,000 miles has OEM Original Halogens and they shine better on the road.
We do not offer HID bulb replacements for the 2016-2018 Silverado at this time. Sorry about that! If you have any other questions, just give us a call at 314-205-3033, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com!
Not at all actually with the SL1! Since it mimics the beam pattern of a stock bulb compared to just spraying light everywhere, the overall light output is great, with no glare.
Please help me
Hey there! Feel free to give us a call at 314-205-3033, Monday-Friday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com, and our in-house US service team would be happy to help you!
Love those front switchbacks! If I bought those, and a pair of LEDs for the rear, would 1 pair of resistors cover both front and back?
Hi Brian! You would need a pair for the front and a pair for the rear.
On your home page you state that your led bulbs are not for headlight use. Saying that as of 2007 federal law does not allow the use of the bulb for headlight use , want to make the change but at what cost? Is this a case of proceed at your own risk?
Hey Gary! No, we do not recommend replacing your halogen bulbs with LEDs because it is illegal in the US.
You do not recommend it because it is illegal yet that's exactly what you do in this video. You can't have it both ways. The video contradicted everything you print and say with a tongue in cheek attitude . I know it's illegal but it seems everyone is in stalling them anyway. I'll have to think about it , you are not the only ones promoting the LED for headlight use in their videos some with no warning.
@@garyo408 This video is unlisted to the public to view due to the discontinuation of our SL1 bulbs for use in the headlight location. Where did you come across this video link, Gary? Thank you!
@@diodedynamics found it on TH-cam while looking for LED Headlight bulbs and LED Bulb install. This is not the only video that installed LED as headlights , just about every site has video installing them. Here in Arizona there are so many trucks that have done the LED install. Looks like I will push the envelope and do the same using light set. Wasn't trying to give you guys a hard time , just wanted to get a clearer idea of the whole light installation thing. Thanks for all the information.
@@garyo408 Thank you for letting us know, Gary. We will take action on this to avoid any confusion in the future!
Although it's whiter and brighter does it protrude past the factory lights in distance
Yes! Just check out the photometric data comparison picture on our F-150 listing page to see how much further down-road our SL1 LEDs shine!
I am digging this set up! Thanks!
Just watched and loved the video. I had just put new bulbs in my truck yesterday and it made no noticeable difference so I am taking them out and looking for LED. I'm just curious if the bulbs you sell are justifiably five times more expensive than those found on say Amazon?
Hey Shawn - it really comes down to the reliability and the beam pattern. With generics you find on eBay or Amazon, you will get bulbs that do not last as long, and do not perform well optically. These bulbs were designed with that in mind, and use many genuine components, hence the higher price.
Diode Dynamics gear is legit.
what if we want a turn signal bulb that is just brighter LED that doesnt switch to white and amber... just amber? @diode dynamics
Sure thing! Check them out in the link below!
www.diodedynamics.com/front-turn-signal-leds-for-2015-2019-ford-f-150-pair.html
I got a few questions here. First off, does this mean that resistors are required to have these upgrades? If so, do I need a resistor per light or only on the turn signal lights? Also, have anyone used these upgrades led lights without the resistors? Lastly, how long do they last?
Resistors are not needed for the headlight bulbs, as generally that is just turn signal applications. When installing on turn signals, you will need one resistor per bulb. If you choose not to install resistors, it will not hurt the bulb or vehicle in any way, it will just hyper-flash.
@@diodedynamics thanks
I purchased the led switchback turn signals for my 2016 F150 and watched this video for installation. I followed the video exactly, skipping my resistor kit because I only watched as far as the bulb installation. The bulb itself does not hyperflash, but the turn signal indication in the dash does. Would installing the resistor kit resolve that issue?
Hey Austin! Yes, resistors will be required in order to stop that hyper-flashing inside the truck. If you need anything else, just let us know!
Do you have to use Resistors for the high/low beams? or just the switchbacks?
Resistors will only be needed for turn signal locations, not headlights in this case!
@@diodedynamics I'm about 20 minutes from your shop. Can I buy in store?
@@cturboaddict, absolutely! Or, feel free to select in-store pickup and we will have it ready for you when you arrive! :)
What should you attach the resistors to, to prevent it from melting anything?
Or is it ok to leave dangling from the wires?
Hi Will! We recommend mounting the resistors to any metal or heat-resistance surface!
Do you offer HID bulb upgrade for 2016-2018 Silverado? Perhaps white bright HID bulbs that work with the OEM ballast?
The OEM color is 💩 and doesn't produce much light on dark rainy roads that have no lines or old non reflective lines. Truck is a 2018 with 39,000 miles, it seems they've never really been bright.
My 2012 Tundra with 55,000 miles has OEM Original Halogens and they shine better on the road.
We do not offer HID bulb replacements for the 2016-2018 Silverado at this time. Sorry about that!
If you have any other questions, just give us a call at 314-205-3033, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. CST, or shoot us an email at contact@diodedynamics.com!
Oh great, 187% more blinding of oncoming cars.
Not at all actually with the SL1! Since it mimics the beam pattern of a stock bulb compared to just spraying light everywhere, the overall light output is great, with no glare.