cheap and easy DRL mod...
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cheap and easy DRL mod...
after toying with a couple different incarnations of DRL's without actually buying and installing the "canadian" module, i decided to use the parking lamps since my 08 has such a large lense and gives pretty good light output. i think this would also work on 05 and up given the similarity of the lense. for awhile i was just covering the autolight sensor to always have headlights on but admittedly, i like the more subdued look that the GM trucks have with their DRL's and not running every light on the truck. it was a very simple wiring task of supplying power to the light assembly from a keyed ignition circuit. i then incorporated a double pull/throw switch in cab that alternately fed power from the original parking light circuit so that i could switch back to normal for the occassional need to "blackout"...might come in handy for ex-girlfriend stalking...ya never know.
i'd be happy to supply instuctions and a couple pics if anyone is interested. the job only took 12' of 18-2 wire, inline fuse, switch and a few connectors...under $15.
i'd be happy to supply instuctions and a couple pics if anyone is interested. the job only took 12' of 18-2 wire, inline fuse, switch and a few connectors...under $15.
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I wired up some DRL's on my 05 by using a pair of dual color bulbs from v-leds.com. I just installed the bulbs, added some diodes, and ran some wire to an ignition source.
It gives the truck a very unique look!
YouTube - Dual color LEDs (92 LED) from v-leds.com
It gives the truck a very unique look!
YouTube - Dual color LEDs (92 LED) from v-leds.com
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after toying with a couple different incarnations of DRL's without actually buying and installing the "canadian" module, i decided to use the parking lamps since my 08 has such a large lense and gives pretty good light output. i think this would also work on 05 and up given the similarity of the lense. for awhile i was just covering the autolight sensor to always have headlights on but admittedly, i like the more subdued look that the GM trucks have with their DRL's and not running every light on the truck. it was a very simple wiring task of supplying power to the light assembly from a keyed ignition circuit. i then incorporated a double pull/throw switch in cab that alternately fed power from the original parking light circuit so that i could switch back to normal for the occassional need to "blackout"...might come in handy for ex-girlfriend stalking...ya never know. i'd be happy to supply instuctions and a couple pics if anyone is interested. the job only took 12' of 18-2 wire, inline fuse, switch and a few connectors...under $15.
i'd be happy to supply instuctions and a couple pics if anyone is interested. the job only took 12' of 18-2 wire, inline fuse, switch and a few connectors...under $15.
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Interesting way of going about getting DRL's, but you should know that on '08-up SD's there is no DRL module. Everything that is needed is already built into the truck and its just a simple matter of having a dealer hook up the computer and change the programmable parameter for DRL's from disable to enable...
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after toying with a couple different incarnations of DRL's without actually buying and installing the "canadian" module, i decided to use the parking lamps since my 08 has such a large lense and gives pretty good light output. i think this would also work on 05 and up given the similarity of the lense. for awhile i was just covering the autolight sensor to always have headlights on but admittedly, i like the more subdued look that the GM trucks have with their DRL's and not running every light on the truck. it was a very simple wiring task of supplying power to the light assembly from a keyed ignition circuit. i then incorporated a double pull/throw switch in cab that alternately fed power from the original parking light circuit so that i could switch back to normal for the occassional need to "blackout"...might come in handy for ex-girlfriend stalking...ya never know. i'd be happy to supply instuctions and a couple pics if anyone is interested. the job only took 12' of 18-2 wire, inline fuse, switch and a few connectors...under $15.
i'd be happy to supply instuctions and a couple pics if anyone is interested. the job only took 12' of 18-2 wire, inline fuse, switch and a few connectors...under $15.
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When my Smart Junction box was replaced, I had asked the tech to "Turn On" the DRL feature when programming it. He tried several times, but it would not work. I wonder if there is some other requirement, like a Canadian VIN or something?
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