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I recently purchased an 2011 FLHX and have replaced the front and rear signals with LEDs.
I want to install the Custom Dynamics brake flash modulator, the question is, do I need to install the Load Equalizer as well to fix the hyper flash and key light? Or does the flash module do both?
I recently purchased an 2011 FLHX and have replaced the front and rear signals with LEDs.
I want to install the Custom Dynamics brake flash modulator, the question is, do I need to install the Load Equalizer as well to fix the hyper flash and key light? Or does the flash module do both?
Thanks in advance
TJ
It would be hard to even make a guess without knowing what model number you bought....
However, a quick call to Custom Dynamics will give you the best answer....
Short answer is yes. You will need a load EQ to return the turns back to normal flash. I went with the CD Smart Triple Play for my '13 King when I went with all LED lights. This CD unit is a load EQ, brake strobe, and makes your rear turn signals into a run, brake, turn. But your FLHX already has the run, brake, turn.
CD sells the strobe unit separately, but you'll also need a load EQ to stop that hyper flash in your turns.
@kneesinthebreeze24
Let us know what CD says, I put their brake flash on my 14 limited and moved it to my 21 RG and never had a load equalizer. Also had their led turn signals on the front. Poor memory, but I thought running the hazard lights for a couple minutes fixed the hyper flash.
Pretty sure the CANBus bikes doesn't need a load EQ. The OP has a pre-CANBus bike. Someone can confirm, though.
Correct.... per his first post he has a pre-Canbus bike, 2011 FLHX
When I ran his year/model, CD offers a Triple Play module for his bike; SMART TRIPLE PLAY SS6 FOR 2010-2013 FLHX/FLTRX", CD part number GEN-TPU-SS6...
I thought all triple play modules have the equalizer built-in, but it also says,"SMART Signal Stabilizer(sold separately) is required on 2010-2013 Harley-DavidsonŽ Street Glide (FLHX) and Road Glide Custom (FLTRX)when SMART Triple Play is installed."
I spoke with CS at Custom Dynamics, for 2011 FLHX I would need a load EQ and a strobe module. ( 2 separate modules) The Triple play does NOT serve as a load EQ on 2011 FLHX.
Thank you all for the input!
FWIW - I replaced the brake light bulb with a flashing bulb on both my 2010 FLHTK and ‘42 WLA. Way cheaper than the whole CD set up. They are all over Amazon. Both for the old school 1156 & 57 bulbs and the newer style one. They have internal circuitry to make them flash.
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Brake Flash Modulator Question
