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LED license plate bulbs

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by macmaster05, Dec 5, 2010.

  1. macmaster05

    macmaster05 Senor Member

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    I'm looking to buy LED bulbs for my rear license plate. I've scoured this forum but I'm still completely lost, without a collective answer.

    What type of bulb will fit?
    Where do I buy from?
    Which direction does the light need to shine? Does the light need to shine only from the tip of the bulb, or all sides?
    Most importantly, I need something that won't burn out. I never want to have to rip out my hatch panel to replace it again. Will LEDs with a built-in heat sink help prevent this?

    Please tell me your experiences, I'd appreciate it greatly. Thanks.
     
    #1 macmaster05, Dec 5, 2010
  2. macmaster05

    macmaster05 Senor Member

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    bump! please advise.
     
    #2 macmaster05, Dec 5, 2010
  3. pEEf

    pEEf Engineer - EV nut

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    Uhm, I've already advised you of this. The Lights are the same wedge-based 194 bulb type. They need to be side-emitting for best effect.

    Something like THIS works fine.

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    #3 pEEf, Dec 9, 2010
  4. Au-Toe

    Au-Toe Matrixowner

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    check out v-leds. bought all led lights for the rear of my car.
     
    #4 Au-Toe, Dec 9, 2010
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