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Stfgihan
Posted on Sunday, January 27, 2013 - 01:00 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Please Tell me what is the value of 2 diodes and what is the voltage of resistors?
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Terrys1980
Posted on Sunday, January 27, 2013 - 08:48 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Any diode will work. There isn't a specific value. All the diode does is allow current to pass in one direction which is necessary when you have a circuit with multiple power sources.
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Chasten
Posted on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 - 11:42 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

man, it's crazy to see this thread still getting traffic...
this inspired me to post an update:
i never have had any issue of any kind since installing the prototype taillight board in the bike. it's still functioning like it did when first installed.

also of some note is that i have had several interactions with local and Colorado state law enforcement since installing this setup, and have never received any comment on its legality (that goes for the tail-chop / plate relocate, too).
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Terrys1980
Posted on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 - 11:54 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I just got back from the Shack buying the VR, diodes and bread board to do this board. Got 150 red/yellow LEDs from ebay for $10.

FYI you can increase the view angle of the LEDs by sanding the top down flat.

(Message edited by terrys1980 on January 29, 2013)
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Terrys1980
Posted on Monday, February 11, 2013 - 05:47 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Finished installing mine today.
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Chasten
Posted on Monday, February 11, 2013 - 09:38 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

nice, man!
looks like you did a really nice job cutting that board into the shape needed for a snug fit in the housing.
how is it working? happy with your work?
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Terrys1980
Posted on Wednesday, February 13, 2013 - 08:52 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Thanks. Overall it came out better than expected. At first I thought it was a failed project but I took to work with me offshore and got it working. I have enough parts to build another one with more LEDs.

I used the transfer method to get my pattern on a piece of paper with a light coat of grease on the inner ring of the reflector housing. I cut the board with dremel tool.
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Figorvonbuellingham
Posted on Saturday, July 20, 2013 - 07:05 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I guess this would work on any led tail light? Like on my Bimmer
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Terrys1980
Posted on Saturday, July 20, 2013 - 09:44 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Yes it works for any bike.
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