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Old Mar 30, 2022 | 08:42 AM
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LED bulb replacements for turn signals/parking lights and brake lights?

Which LED replacement bulbs are best to use for the front turn signal/parking lights (car is a 1991 Formula) and the rear brake lights?
Do you need to wire anything in to keep the right resistance for the flasher to blink at the correct rate because of the change in resistance?
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Old Mar 31, 2022 | 10:10 AM
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Re: LED bulb replacements for turn signals/parking lights and brake lights?

Going led will require that u replace the signal stat flashers for brake lights & 4-way flasher with a digital unit.
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Old Mar 31, 2022 | 10:29 AM
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Re: LED bulb replacements for turn signals/parking lights and brake lights?

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Going led will require that u replace the signal stat flashers for brake lights & 4-way flasher with a digital unit.
Do you know a company that sells those as like a kit for our cars?
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Old Mar 31, 2022 | 10:59 AM
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Re: LED bulb replacements for turn signals/parking lights and brake lights?

Ask the guys on this site or do a internet search. Try classicindustries.com
U need to know if your flashers are 2 prong or 3 prong. I know the a-body gm cars (1970-1972) have both.
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Old Apr 5, 2022 | 08:53 AM
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Re: LED bulb replacements for turn signals/parking lights and brake lights?

Originally Posted by Blown_WS6
Do you know a company that sells those as like a kit for our cars?
We have several different kits, including all the lights in the tail light housing or just a pair of bulbs. We have tested the parts on 3rd gens and include instructions. We are also located in the DFW area and can do the install for you. We also have a 3rd gen car show at our location the 3rd Saturday in August every year (August 20th for 2022). We also have free prizes and food at the event.
1982-92 Camaro/Firebird Tail Lights (screamingchicken.com)
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Old Apr 5, 2022 | 10:50 AM
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Re: LED bulb replacements for turn signals/parking lights and brake lights?

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We have several different kits, including all the lights in the tail light housing or just a pair of bulbs. We have tested the parts on 3rd gens and include instructions. We are also located in the DFW area and can do the install for you. We also have a 3rd gen car show at our location the 3rd Saturday in August every year (August 20th for 2022). We also have free prizes and food at the event.
1982-92 Camaro/Firebird Tail Lights (screamingchicken.com)
Thank you for that! Do you know if the front turn signal bulbs are the same for a camaro and a 91-92 firebird? I didn't see any listed specifically for the 91-92 firebird. Also, will you be back in stock on the Holly retrobright for a 91-92 firebird modern whites?
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Old Apr 5, 2022 | 10:59 AM
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Re: LED bulb replacements for turn signals/parking lights and brake lights?

Originally Posted by Blown_WS6
Thank you for that! Do you know if the front turn signal bulbs are the same for a camaro and a 91-92 firebird? I didn't see any listed specifically for the 91-92 firebird. Also, will you be back in stock on the Holly retrobright for a 91-92 firebird modern whites?
The 1991/92 Firebird Retrobrights are in stock currently in modern white, that was a website mistake (1967-69 Camaro are out of stock on modern white). Refreshing the screen should make them available to order. 1991-92 Firebirds use the same bulb size as Camaros, be sure to make sure you have a clear lens if your getting switchbacks. 1982-90 Firebirds have an amber lens, so when the switchback lights up white you still get amber because of the lens. I believe most 1991-92 Firebirds have a clear lens instead of amber, but be sure to double check your car.
1991-92 Firebird Holley/Morimoto Retrobright Headlights (screamingchicken.com)

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Old Apr 9, 2022 | 12:55 PM
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Re: LED bulb replacements for turn signals/parking lights and brake lights?

Originally Posted by Blown_WS6
Do you know a company that sells those as like a kit for our cars?
Complete led exterior lighting kit now available.
1991-92 Firebird Complete LED Exterior Lighting Kit (screamingchicken.com)

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Old Apr 10, 2022 | 12:37 AM
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Re: LED bulb replacements for turn signals/parking lights and brake lights?

I just converted all the bulbs on my neighbors 1988 GTA to led. I had to change both flashers though (regular turn signal and 4-ways).
Easier than installing the load resistors.
They look really nice!
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