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Old 03-24-2017, 05:49 PM
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To make a 2-wire LED light capable of functioning as a running/turn signal, you need 2 diodes installed properly in each "hot" circuit going back to ground. It's not difficult to do. I plan on running these new lights just like that.
 
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So, I tried running these as a running/turn signal with diodes but I was unsuccessful. Pretty simple to install and look great otherwise. Good craftsmanship too.

 
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So they're both lit up currently, looking like running lights. What happens when you hit the turn signal? Did you snap a pic with the hazards on?

I'd love a set of these as I currently have no signals at all, but the notion of taking everything apart to wire em in the bars has my laziness kicking into overdrive
 
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Originally Posted by HedleyLamarr
So they're both lit up currently, looking like running lights. What happens when you hit the turn signal? Did you snap a pic with the hazards on?

I'd love a set of these as I currently have no signals at all, but the notion of taking everything apart to wire em in the bars has my laziness kicking into overdrive
The picture was taken with the hazards on.
 
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I just bought a 2014 Dyna Fat Bob and it had a dented gas tank and a broken clutch lever. I assume that it was dropped and the turn signal hit the tank. I need to get new levers anyway and this solves the problem of the signal hitting the tank. I will order a set right now and will post a pic once they're on. Thanks Tigman.
 
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So I finally got the time to post a picture. I was also unable to successfully wire in the running lights. They look fantastic and work great. Very visible. A couple things would have made them perfect.
1.If they had the third wire for running lights.
2.The brake lever has a bit of up and down play. The clutch lever is perfect. Not sure why they are different. Overall I am very happy with the purchase.
 
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Originally Posted by Narddog

So I finally got the time to post a picture. I was also unable to successfully wire in the running lights. They look fantastic and work great. Very visible. A couple things would have made them perfect.
1.If they had the third wire for running lights.
2.The brake lever has a bit of up and down play. The clutch lever is perfect. Not sure why they are different. Overall I am very happy with the purchase.
Thanks for the feedback, glad youre pleased!!...try maybe using your stock bushing if there is some wobble in the brake lever. Mine were actually tighter with the new levers and new bushings. Im trying to get my light manufacturer to make a 3 wire light (yellow and yellow)...they currently make one but it is white running and yellow turn...dont know if people will be a fan of that
 
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Thanks for the feedback, glad youre pleased!!...try maybe using your stock bushing if there is some wobble in the brake lever. Mine were actually tighter with the new levers and new bushings. Im trying to get my light manufacturer to make a 3 wire light (yellow and yellow)...they currently make one but it is white running and yellow turn...dont know if people will be a fan of that
That scenario is even better! I currently have Custom Dynamics Turn / run / brake LEDs on all fours with clear lenses, and they are bright. As a running light, white is much more noticeable, and as a front signal light, the white changing to amber is more noticeable as well. It's a win-win scenario. In any event, offer both!

P.S.: Did I miss the link to your website??
 

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Originally Posted by TORQUEY
That scenario is even better! I currently have Custom Dynamics Turn / run / brake LEDs on all fours with clear lenses, and they are bright. As a running light, white is much more noticeable, and as a front signal light, the white changing to amber is more noticeable as well. It's a win-win scenario. In any event, offer both!

P.S.: Did I miss the link to your website??
www.deltfab.com
 
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