#\ *doublec4* /# Official Build Thread (Page 76/87)
Custom2M4
NOV 16, 08:59 PM
Cant wait to see how the lights are done and installed on a gt. definitely on my wish list.
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doublec4
NOV 25, 10:33 PM
Thanks guys, I posted some more progress and pictures about a week ago in my thread in the general section. I thought I should add them here for the records:
I managed to finish the brake/turn section of the notch back panel (prototype). The LEDs used for this prototype are generic piranha superflux. They are not the brand name, higher quality LEDs that I will be using for all of the kits. I just didn't want to waste them on a prototype if I didn't have too. Turns out these ones look extremely bright even behind very hazy tail light lenses that I use for prototyping.
Take a look:
I am using secondary optics to enhance the appearance and size of the LEDs. It definitely makes the lights appear larger.
The controller board fits nice and snug behind the panel and out of sight:
You can see a lot of wires that I had to run for the prototype. The actual production versions will have a PCB panel for the brake/turn lights and a ribbon cable will be run to the terminals for clean wiring.
Since I didn't get the parking lights done on this set, you can see what they look like on the last set I made. They will remain identical:
Video:
If you see any "skips" in the LED sequence, it's because I'm connecting and disconnecting the circuit by hand. When your flasher does it, obviously it will work flawlessly.
DeLorean00
NOV 26, 06:01 PM
That is amazing work! You are a genius. I love to see all your fabrication skills, I wish I could have hired you to help me build my AD355. Can I ask what you do for a living? Because its clear that you are extremely talented in technology and engineering.
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doublec4
NOV 26, 07:59 PM
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Originally posted by DeLorean00:
That is amazing work! You are a genius. I love to see all your fabrication skills, I wish I could have hired you to help me build my AD355. Can I ask what you do for a living? Because its clear that you are extremely talented in technology and engineering.
Thanks, that's a great compliment!
I'm actually an engineer. I took automotive engineering in school and I design industrial machinery at the moment. I'm always trying to learn something new and expand my skill set
DeLorean00
NOV 27, 05:46 PM
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Originally posted by doublec4:
Thanks, that's a great compliment!
I'm actually an engineer. I took automotive engineering in school and I design industrial machinery at the moment. I'm always trying to learn something new and expand my skill set
You're welcome! I enjoy your projects.
I am glad to here you are working in your field. Too many talented people end up not using their skills.
[This message has been edited by DeLorean00 (edited 11-27-2013).]
Luke
JAN 05, 12:33 PM
Love the projects always a good read.
Also glad someone finally made something hubcentric(for the wheel) for pre 87 cars with brake upgrades. I had a similar idea but the white adapter and hubcentric ring were all 1 piece. Never built it because I got into 88s. My dads has an 87 that I'll be upgrading. Any interest in making a 1piece part?
How are you liking the f23 compared to the non htob fiero trans? I drove Pete's and the clutch pedal feel was 1000x better. Trying to decide whether to hurry with the swap or wait till my 282 blows
IVANNATINKLE
JAN 05, 03:24 PM
Ever think of making the headlights for a mk2 mr2
doublec4
JAN 05, 05:06 PM
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Originally posted by Luke:
Love the projects always a good read.
Also glad someone finally made something hubcentric(for the wheel) for pre 87 cars with brake upgrades. I had a similar idea but the white adapter and hubcentric ring were all 1 piece. Never built it because I got into 88s. My dads has an 87 that I'll be upgrading. Any interest in making a 1piece part?
How are you liking the f23 compared to the non htob fiero trans? I drove Pete's and the clutch pedal feel was 1000x better. Trying to decide whether to hurry with the swap or wait till my 282 blows
I should be able to make a 1 piece part soon (in any size required for any custom set up). Let me know if you need something specific and I can make it.
The F23 is amazing compared to the stock 4 spd. I wish I would have done this right from the start. Much smoother shifting, and no grinding when shifting into reverse.
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Originally posted by IVANNATINKLE:
Ever think of making the headlights for a mk2 mr2
Thought about it many, many times. I just need a car to use to mock things up with. I'm sure I could come up with something!
I also have more good news to report about the notchback LED tail lights.
The LED boards for the notchback came in and they look great! I was able to solder one today and hook it up to the sequential controller and they work very nicely.
These are the LEDs on the board:
Then with the reflectors pressed into place:
This is what it looks like on the front side connected to the main panel:
This is the back side:
I've also been using my spare time to solder up the controller boards so they'll be ready when I put the kits up for sale:
I should be ordering the GT LED boards soon as well.
Keep in mind that it looks much more "crisp" in person. The video is over exposed and washed out. In real life the LEDs don't bleed into one another like in the video. I'll have to see if I can capture it better with another camera.
In the second part of the video, you'll notice the parking light cancellation feature. Basically, when the brake lights or turn signal are activated, the parking lights will be automatically deactivated for the duration of the brake/turn signal. They will automatically resume once the brake/turn signal is off. This feature will be included on all of the controller boards but you do not have to use it. You can bypass it if you like the traditional look of the parking lights remaining on.
Thanks for looking!
Zeak
JAN 08, 02:09 PM
Very slick LED's and you cars overall look is great.
