16-10-2022, 08:32 AM
Hi
I use sidelights combined with headlights, which leaves the wing mounted indicator bodies free for use as front indicators. At the rear I have a couple of period indicator bodies mounted on the bumper.
The first version used 6 volt 18 watt "small globe" bulbs, combined with orange "gel" film of the sort sold for theatrical lighting. It was necessary to use 3 or 4 layers of the film to get a deep enough colour. The problem is that bulbs of this type tend to prematurely blacken inside the envelope, and lose light output. I guess this is due to the heat buildup in a small space.
The second version uses orange/yellow 6V LEDs and is far more satisfactory. They are brighter and the flashing effect is "crisper" and more noticeable.
Some electronic flashers get upset if you have unsuppressed plug leads.
I use sidelights combined with headlights, which leaves the wing mounted indicator bodies free for use as front indicators. At the rear I have a couple of period indicator bodies mounted on the bumper.
The first version used 6 volt 18 watt "small globe" bulbs, combined with orange "gel" film of the sort sold for theatrical lighting. It was necessary to use 3 or 4 layers of the film to get a deep enough colour. The problem is that bulbs of this type tend to prematurely blacken inside the envelope, and lose light output. I guess this is due to the heat buildup in a small space.
The second version uses orange/yellow 6V LEDs and is far more satisfactory. They are brighter and the flashing effect is "crisper" and more noticeable.
Some electronic flashers get upset if you have unsuppressed plug leads.