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Old 08-27-2010, 05:27 AM
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Originally Posted by tkb289 View Post
That is to drill the holes in the housing with a center to center distance slightly further apart than the width of one LED. Once the holes are all done, then install the LEDs one at a time, this might be easier in the long run, than trying to line up a pre glued block of LEDs with the holes. Then wire it up and if it works and looks good, pot the whole thing with silicone glue or hot melt glue.
I bet that would look better. OK, "next guy" take note and do it that way. Actually, I've already determined that the six 3mm LEDs, at least while outside the license plate light assembly, look really, really, good. I wasn't even sure how they would look until I glued them all together, soldered their backs, and fired them up. I'll set up a little template for drilling the six holes to try and make it easier on myself. I'll practice on something else before I use my one and only extra light fixture. I'm already sure though that if you had someone skilled doing this that it would come out perfectly. I don't think you'll even be able to see the little LEDs unless you squat down on your knees at the back of the car.
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