Rear turn signal bulbs and LED replacements
#1
Rear turn signal bulbs and LED replacements
Hi folks,
My driver side rear turn signal bulb went out (after merely 1.5 years of ownership) and I have been unable to find a replacement in the local auto parts stores.
After searching the Web for WY21W (sequence printed on the bulb), I have been able to find one dealer selling such a bulb: http://store.candlepower.com/74amw.html
So, needles to say, I say "Thank you Toyota for choosing a bulb that appears to not exist and is $8!"
This led me to try LEDs in hopes that they would last much longer. I found the following: http://www.superbrightleds.com/specs/7443.htm
These installed with a slight modification to the base, however, I cannot tell if they are as bright as the old bulbs as there is still day light.
More so, since they draw less power, the car believes they are burnt out. To correct this I'd need a load resistor. Anyone know what kind and how to install such a resistor?
Also does anyone have any other suggestions for different LEDs? I think the ones I bough should do. I'll do a compare tonight.
Thanks,
Mike
My driver side rear turn signal bulb went out (after merely 1.5 years of ownership) and I have been unable to find a replacement in the local auto parts stores.
After searching the Web for WY21W (sequence printed on the bulb), I have been able to find one dealer selling such a bulb: http://store.candlepower.com/74amw.html
So, needles to say, I say "Thank you Toyota for choosing a bulb that appears to not exist and is $8!"
This led me to try LEDs in hopes that they would last much longer. I found the following: http://www.superbrightleds.com/specs/7443.htm
These installed with a slight modification to the base, however, I cannot tell if they are as bright as the old bulbs as there is still day light.
More so, since they draw less power, the car believes they are burnt out. To correct this I'd need a load resistor. Anyone know what kind and how to install such a resistor?
Also does anyone have any other suggestions for different LEDs? I think the ones I bough should do. I'll do a compare tonight.
Thanks,
Mike
#3
Re: Rear turn signal bulbs and LED replacements
My bigger concern is the inability to locate a replacement.
#4
Re: Rear turn signal bulbs and LED replacements
As one can see from the photos below, the LED bulb is not quite as bright or does not quite fill the entire reflective area.
Left LED, right standard.
Left and right LED.
Left LED, right standard.
Left and right LED.
#5
Re: Rear turn signal bulbs and LED replacements
Update: Found another place that sells the standard bulbs for $2 and they also sell a bunch of LEDs that should be much brighter....
http://autolumination.com/7443_7440.htm
http://autolumination.com/7443_7440.htm
#6
Re: Rear turn signal bulbs and LED replacements
Wouldn't Pep Boys, Toyota, etc. stock them?
#7
Re: Rear turn signal bulbs and LED replacements
I checked the local stores (Napa, Auto Zone, Advanced Auto Parts). I couldn't find an correct type amber one. Haven't had a chance to call Toyota dealer yet.
But, I am interested in replacing them with LEDs. Possibly the front as well.
But, I am interested in replacing them with LEDs. Possibly the front as well.
Last edited by mikieboyblue; 10-11-2008 at 06:44 PM.
#8
Re: Rear turn signal bulbs and LED replacements
thanks for taking the time to research and post your findings, I was wondering what is the kelvin difference between the 3 watt and the 3x1 watt.
I have a daytime running module from web electric to replace the standard daytime running lights and all I need now is the right bulbs and instructions on how to disable the standard canadian daytime running lights to be replaced with this combo.
I have a daytime running module from web electric to replace the standard daytime running lights and all I need now is the right bulbs and instructions on how to disable the standard canadian daytime running lights to be replaced with this combo.
#9
Re: Rear turn signal bulbs and LED replacements
thanks for taking the time to research and post your findings, I was wondering what is the kelvin difference between the 3 watt and the 3x1 watt.
I have a daytime running module from web electric to replace the standard daytime running lights and all I need now is the right bulbs and instructions on how to disable the standard canadian daytime running lights to be replaced with this combo.
I have a daytime running module from web electric to replace the standard daytime running lights and all I need now is the right bulbs and instructions on how to disable the standard canadian daytime running lights to be replaced with this combo.
#10
Re: Rear turn signal bulbs and LED replacements
Update: Found another place that sells the standard bulbs for $2 and they also sell a bunch of LEDs that should be much brighter....
http://autolumination.com/7443_7440.htm
http://autolumination.com/7443_7440.htm