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don't know the specifics because I haven't done it.
Something about loading the circuit so the flashers will flash? The led flasher might fix that,IDK my leds were plug n play
Ah well I'll look into might ask around off the internet
number one reason I'm considering revamping the lights is because despite having new bulbs my drivers side blinker is very dull and almost impossible too see if the running lights are on...
If the bulb itself is not at fault (not likely if brand new and correct part number), you'll want to resolve this problem before converting to LED. Otherwise, the new LED may not operate properly. Similar logic to ignoring a broken leg and buying better shoes in hope you'll be able to run again.
Here's a troubleshooting guide for the exterior lights, should be of some help:
On a separate note, make sure to get a good name brand of LEDs. Some of the no-name generic stuff out there, such as eBay specials, can be absolute garbage right out of the box.
I do drive mine most of the time in the dark going to work, 40 mile each way, and I was worried with only 2 small tail lights but with good 1157 bulbs and clean light housings they are pretty bright.
I also used reflective FORD letters to help see the truck in the dark.
Then again when your number is up its going to happen no matter what you do.
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Dave, how did you do the reflective FORD letters? Are they peel and stick or special paint?
If you're replacing all your signal bulbs with led you will need a different flasher or a resistor to allow the stock flasher to operate. As for those lights from Amazon, don't. They're cheap Chinese junk ask me how I know. If you want good lights look at morimoto, Grote, or jw speaker.
Dave, how did you do the reflective FORD letters? Are they peel and stick or special paint?
Yes they are the peel & stick.
The paper for install said to use soapy water so you can move the letters around to line them up then squeegee the water out between letters & tail gate.
I got them off Ebay IIRC. Think I may have Googled the year (1981) "FORD" reflective letters.
I wanted the letters to be white to match the sides but "stand out" when hit with light.
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