LED Bulbs
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Topic: LED Bulbs
Posted By: Ruby
Subject: LED Bulbs
Date Posted: 27 Dec 2013 at 5:14pm
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I'm looking to replace the bulbs on my 177 to LED. The pod is in storage now but I want to get the ordered so I can change them out in the spring . Any one know the size of the bulbs an a good place to order them. Thanks ------------- Ruby |
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Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 27 Dec 2013 at 5:45pm
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It is a good mod to make. We have several threads on this, try the search at the top of the page and type in "LED".
------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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Posted By: Tars Tarkas
Date Posted: 27 Dec 2013 at 6:29pm
I got these from Amazon. They're about $4.50 for two. I've been very happy with them.2pcs 42-SMD T15 12V LED Replacement Light Bulbs + STICKER 921 912 906 - White
------------- 2010 176 FJ Cruiser |
Posted By: Ruby
Date Posted: 27 Dec 2013 at 6:38pm
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Thanks for the tips. I'll look into it. ------------- Ruby |
Posted By: svskier
Date Posted: 02 Jan 2014 at 11:10am
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is it as simple as just replacing the bulbs? The man at the parts store told me I would have to install a ballast of some sort in line at the inverter.
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Posted By: Thinker
Date Posted: 02 Jan 2014 at 12:00pm
Not so. I have converted all interior bulbs to LED. You pull old one out and insert new one... nothing more. ------------- Tow Vehicle: 2013 Pathfinder 4WD R-POD Model 171 
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Posted By: furpod
Date Posted: 02 Jan 2014 at 1:25pm
Literally "plug and play". These will work.. and you are out about $20 to do the whole camper.. http://www.ebay.com/itm/24-SMD-5050-Warm-White-Light-Panel-T10-BA9S-Festoon-Dome-LED-Interior-Bulb-/271360359614?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3f2e567cbe&vxp=mtr - Bulbs We have these and love them. ------------- |
Posted By: svskier
Date Posted: 02 Jan 2014 at 1:57pm
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Thanks everyone for the input
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Posted By: Robwid
Date Posted: 29 Mar 2014 at 9:44pm
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Svskier, Did you ever find replacement LED bulbs? Can you make any recommendations? It looks like Camping World has them for about $8 bucks but I hate to pay that much. It looks like the bulb that was recommended to you was a panel light which is a very different shape from our stock 921. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks, Rob ------------- Rob 2012 HRE 177 2010 Toyota Tacoma |
Posted By: dsmiths
Date Posted: 29 Mar 2014 at 9:51pm
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As earlier stated take out bulb and replace with the led. Make sure lights have been off for a while as incandescent bulbs get really hot. the led bulbs are just warm to the touch after running for an hour. I kept my old ones for back up. I also found that the incandescent bulbs gave a better working light over the stove and the center of the pod over the refrig. We like the leds fine in the bathroom and over the dinette and over the bunks. ------------- Dane and Donna Smith 2011 RP-172 2008 Chevrolet Trailblazer 4X4 lift kit prodigy wireless brake controller |
Posted By: Boomertype
Date Posted: 29 Mar 2014 at 11:22pm
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LED's come in varying light output. They are not all created equal. Here are some that put out 190 lumens. I've seen some that only put out 40 lumens. Also they come in bright white and warm white, I prefer the warm.
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Posted By: Bill-GA
Date Posted: 30 Mar 2014 at 11:40pm
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FZVI8C6/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FZVI8C6/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I've used these (5050) types and IMO they are equivalent to old bulbs. 12 devices for each lamp is adequate lighting. Warm lighting is my preference. You can gat 1210 types with MANY more devices but they generate too much heat. Also the price is right! ------------- Bill & Bev 13 yr old dachshund 'Elsa' 2010 RP-176T (tent & slide-out) 2011 Toyota Tundra 2WD TV |
Posted By: joehung
Date Posted: 31 Mar 2014 at 12:58am
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This is what I bought from ebay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/261319524030?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 They are pretty bright. I also bought a cheaper version (10-SMD) from the same vendor but it's not as bright. I like these better. The instruction says if it doesn't light up the first time, try switching it around since these LEDs only work with correct polarity. Cheers, -Joe |
Posted By: CharlieM
Date Posted: 31 Mar 2014 at 8:11am
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This was my preference after much research and actually trying several cheaper models. http://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/miniature-wedge-base/194-led-bulb-18-smd-led-wedge-base-tower/397/ - http://www.superbrightleds.com/moreinfo/miniature-wedge-base/194-led-bulb-18-smd-led-wedge-base-tower/397/ I prefer the warm white color. This model uses 5050 SMD LEDs, are polarity insensitive, and use resistors to limit current. The latter is important in RV applications where the voltage can vary from 11.5 to 14.5 volts. And since individual LEDs are highly directional the 18 SMD tower geometry helps to distribute the light. ------------- Charlie Northern Colorado OLD: 2013 RP-172, 2010 Honda Pilot 3.5L 4WD PRESENT: 2014 Camplite 21RBS, 2013 Supercharged Tacoma 4L V6 4WD |