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BRAN · 03-15-2019, 09:10 AM

fast blinkers…mixed OEM/LED light bulbs…sounds like your blinker relay is acting up?

You might need to switch to a new LED compliant relay. I had to do that, when I changed to a LED blinker. The OEM relay doesn't really like a mix of regular bulbs and LEDs.
And check the cable connector on the left side, you never know...

particlewave · 03-15-2019, 10:53 AM

If they worked correctly at first, that means that they have on board load resistors to prevent fast blink and CANBUS errors.

That they are not working now says that the load resistors are no longer working.
I seriously doubt changing the relay will do anything.

You don't have to switch the lights back around to test: just put the original tail lights in the trunk and plug them in.

BRAN · 03-15-2019, 12:11 PM

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If they worked correctly at first, that means that they have on board load resistors to prevent fast blink and CANBUS errors.

That they are not working now says that the load resistors are no longer working.
I seriously doubt changing the relay will do anything.

You don't have to switch the lights back around to test: just put the original tail lights in the trunk and plug them in.

possibly., but one thing is strange...why is the Right tail light "workingg", if the left load resistor died. Hard to imagine that both sides failed basically on the same day. I would definitely call USR's Service.

particlewave · 03-15-2019, 12:24 PM

Having any bulb out on a CANBUS system can cause some wacky behavior. I assume that the '03 uses CANBUS and that the lights are tied into it, though I can't say for sure. I've never cared enough to look into it.

Either way, the sure fire test is to plug in stock tail lights and see if the behavior goes away.

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thenavarro · 03-15-2019, 01:02 PM

Thanks y'all. I called the vendor and am waiting on a call from their tech. I plan on trying the old lights tomorrow when I have time to mess with it.

thenavarro · 03-16-2019, 04:37 PM

Tried the old lights today and they function flawlessly.

thenavarro · 03-16-2019, 05:16 PM

Good news for me. Appears to be my own idiocy

when i was packing up the new lights, i discovered the grey "adapter" connector was not seated firmly in place on either light evidently. I assumed that it would have good fitment from the vendor and I didn't bother to check that when I installed them initially. I seated them both firmly and then went out and unplugged my old lights and plugged these in and they function flawlessly.

for any other members that haven't installed their's yet, make sure all the connectors click and firmly seat, not just the one from the car to the lights but the additional one that is on the light. Now going back out to finish up but I'm relieved it was my user error apparently. That would explain why they initially worked and then went intermittent when that connector must have jarred or wiggled loose.

thenavarro · 03-16-2019, 06:12 PM

The grey one was the culprit

BRAN · 04-03-2019, 09:48 AM

Just got info, that they will be available here in Germany on Friday (give or take 1-2 days). Hopefully the updated version.

not affiliated in any way: sw-tuning.de

Qckslvr · 04-03-2019, 06:30 PM

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Just got info, that they will be available here in Germany on Friday (give or take 1-2 days). Hopefully the updated version.

not affiliated in any way: sw-tuning.de

that's great! Curious were you able to get the forum discount? Not sure if that was a US deal, or if they honored it with all vendors.

Mhunter · 02-19-2020, 01:00 PM

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Just got info, that they will be available here in Germany on Friday (give or take 1-2 days). Hopefully the updated version.

not affiliated in any way: sw-tuning.de

Hi BRAN! I'm looking to buy those lights in europe (I'm from sweden). Did you buy yours at sw-tuning? I cant find them in the web shop? I have ordered before from them, so it would be great if they have them..

BRAN · 02-19-2020, 01:15 PM

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Hi BRAN! I'm looking to buy those lights in europe (I'm from sweden). Did you buy yours at sw-tuning? I cant find them in the web shop? I have ordered before from them, so it would be great if they have them..

Hi Mhunter, yes I did. I don't find them at all at the moment...which is kinda weird.
I remember, that a Swedish shop was offering them, too...when they first were shown, but sorry, don't have that link handy at the moment.

Maybe eBay, direct import from Taiwan?

Mhunter · 02-19-2020, 01:21 PM

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Hi Mhunter, yes I did. I don't find them at all at the moment...which is kinda weird.
I remember, that a Swedish shop was offering them, too...when they first were shown, but sorry, don't have that link handy at the moment.

Maybe eBay, direct import from Taiwan?

Ok! I might ask sw-tuning, if they can offer them. Yes, I saw that swedish shop"Turnclear" have them, but it seems to be an old site? I have sent mail but no answer.
Is yours non-tinted and the "rear light part" is red plastic (even when no power is on) as in the picture? Because I have seen different versions, with all clear or all tinted... (the other picture)

Mhunter · 02-19-2020, 01:29 PM

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Ok! I might ask sw-tuning, if they can offer them. Yes, I saw that swedish shop"Turnclear" have them, but it seems to be an old site? I have sent mail but no answer.
Is yours non-tinted and the "rear light part" is red plastic (even when no power is on) as in the picture? Because I have seen different versions, with all clear or all tinted... (the other picture)

thstone · 04-03-2019, 08:19 PM

Car to car comparison from racing last weekend. Everyone who saw the new style love them!

Burg Boxster · 04-04-2019, 10:55 AM

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And they do look mighty sharp there, Mr. Stone.

Dang, what's the car in front of you running? From this angle that looks to be 1/4 mile front end lift and rear squat - LOL.

Sharp!

Ciao · 04-04-2019, 12:32 PM

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Car to car comparison from racing last weekend. Everyone who saw the new style love them!

Definitively revitalizes and modernizes the rear end

JBauer · 04-09-2019, 06:31 AM

What's the latest on these? I'm waiting until the buggs are worked out. Any update on this?

particlewave · 04-09-2019, 08:43 AM

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What's the latest on these? I'm waiting until the buggs are worked out. Any update on this?

If you want a realistic answer to that, you need to wait at least 6-12 months before asking.

JBauer · 04-09-2019, 08:51 AM

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If you want a realistic answer to that, you need to wait at least 6-12 months before asking.

I may not make it that long 😐