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Grenadier

Member Since: 23 Jul 2014
Location: The foot of Mont Blanc...
Posts: 5765

2011 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 DCPU Corris Grey

Side Lights

Hola,

Overtook a 110 last week that had very bright side-lights, but where standard housing (i.e. not an NAS upgrade). Further, the headlights seemed to be usual Wipacs (sorry, this was all gleaned in the rear view mirror).

I did some research on line, as I need to buy a replacement side-light and repeater, and was assuming/wondering if:

a. These are LED upgrades? (Assumed)
b. If anyone has used them? (Wondering)
c. Any recommended site/brand/light? (Wondering)

Many thanks as always...

Monsieur Le Grenadier

I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list.....

2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey

2nd Sep 2015 12:39pm

Martin
Site Admin

Member Since: 02 Apr 2007
Location: Hook Norton
Posts: 6492

2015 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Montalcino Red

If they were "very bright" then maybe not this, but I have run 10W bulbs in Defender sidelights instead of standard 5W

1988 90 Td5 NAS soft top

2015 D90 XS SW

2nd Sep 2015 12:41pm

blackwolf

Member Since: 03 Nov 2009
Location: South West England
Posts: 16946

2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 DCPU Stornoway Grey

I have heard also of people running 21w bulbs instead of 5w.

It is (or at least it used to be) a legal requirement that sidelight and tailight bulbs did not exceed 5w. Given that the lighting rulebook seems to have been thrown away by the EU, it may be that this is no longer the case.

2nd Sep 2015 1:06pm

alski

Member Since: 21 Feb 2014
Location: Belfast
Posts: 13

1991 Defender 90 200 Tdi CSW Cairns Blue

I use a set of these

http://www.advancedfactors.co.uk/207-5630-...5659-p.asp

from site sponsor Advanced Factors.

Very bright (almost brighter than my main beam) - Wipac Crystal upgrade next!!

2nd Sep 2015 1:13pm

blackwolf

Member Since: 03 Nov 2009
Location: South West England
Posts: 16946

... and also technically illegal.

2nd Sep 2015 1:17pm

Grenadier

Member Since: 23 Jul 2014
Location: The foot of Mont Blanc...
Posts: 5765

alski wrote:
I use a set of these

http://www.advancedfactors.co.uk/207-5630-...5659-p.asp

from site sponsor Advanced Factors.

Very bright (almost brighter than my main beam) - Wipac Crystal upgrade next!!

Yes I am guessing that's what they were as they were a sharp, bright white as opposed to just 'brighter' (in answer to Martin/Blackwolf). We only MOT once every two years, so even if illegal it'd only take 10mins to pop them out before an inspection.

Do you use them on your repeaters/tail lights as well or just the side lights? Monsieur Le Grenadier

I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list.....

2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey

2nd Sep 2015 2:28pm

need4speed

Member Since: 23 Nov 2012
Location: Kilmarnock
Posts: 746

alski wrote:
I use a set of these

http://www.advancedfactors.co.uk/207-5630-...5659-p.asp

from site sponsor Advanced Factors.

Very bright (almost brighter than my main beam) - Wipac Crystal upgrade next!!

I like the look of these also

Another reason I'm liking these is the fact that I actually prefer the look of the standard LR lenses over aftermarket options.

2nd Sep 2015 2:33pm

alski

Member Since: 21 Feb 2014
Location: Belfast
Posts: 13

blackwolf wrote:
... and also technically illegal.

CE certified - whatever that means - although I did wimp out and change them for MOT last week. 5 minutes to swap so not a big problem.

Have only used them in sidelights so far but considering trying the stop/tail combo.

2nd Sep 2015 2:48pm

Grenadier

Member Since: 23 Jul 2014
Location: The foot of Mont Blanc...
Posts: 5765

CE certified probably means they're okay if you have a nut allergy.

Going to go for the full whack and do side, tail and repeaters. Then get some Phillip Ice thingys for the headlights. Monsieur Le Grenadier

I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list.....

2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey

2nd Sep 2015 3:02pm

Grenadier

Member Since: 23 Jul 2014
Location: The foot of Mont Blanc...
Posts: 5765

As an addendum, does anyone with electrical knowledge know if I can do a straight swap with these LEDs for the repeaters/tail/brake lights or whether I would need a relay modification? If so, to 'learn', why would I need one?

Ta

Monsieur Le Grenadier

I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list.....

2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey

2nd Sep 2015 3:53pm

Martin
Site Admin

Member Since: 02 Apr 2007
Location: Hook Norton
Posts: 6492

Indicators require a flasher unit change for an LED compatible one, the rest are swappable.

1988 90 Td5 NAS soft top

2015 D90 XS SW

2nd Sep 2015 4:06pm

Grenadier

Member Since: 23 Jul 2014
Location: The foot of Mont Blanc...
Posts: 5765

Thanks Martin.

Monsieur Le Grenadier

I've not been everywhere, but it's on my list.....

2011 Puma 110DC - Corris Grey

2nd Sep 2015 5:19pm

mrd1990

Member Since: 16 Aug 2012
Location: Wales
Posts: 600

Martin wrote:
If they were "very bright" then maybe not this, but I have run 10W bulbs in Defender sidelights instead of standard 5W

I had 10w but the plastic cover melted slightly, back to 5w for the vintage candle glow which I actually prefer..

2nd Sep 2015 6:25pm

leeds

Member Since: 28 Dec 2009
Location: West Yorkshire
Posts: 8578

Not technically illegal but are ILLEGAL to use in place of a filament bulb.

Do NOT confuse an E mark for a CE mark

A CE mark is basically saying it meets basic safety standards.

A CE mark can be placed on low voltage equipment.

Quote:

Background
The Low Voltage Directive (LVD) was introduced at a time when directives contained detailed technical annexes which were intended to supersede national laws. The LVD set out the essential protection requirements, with the relevant technical details being defined by standards-making organizations. This subsequently paved the way for what were to be known as the New Approach Directives.

2. Scope
2.1 The "Electrical Equipment" means any equipment designed for use with a voltage rating of between 50 and 1000 V for alternating current (A.C.) and between 75 and 1500 V for direct current (D.C.). Therefore, this Directive is called often "Low Voltage Directive" which applies to the vast majority of electrical equipment in everyday use. The Electrical Equipment may be placed on the market only if it does not endanger the safety of persons, domestic animals or property.

Last time I looked our vehicles were 12v DC so how does that CE mark conform to the Low Voltage Directive which is for 75-1500 V DC equipment apply to a LED cluster in a vehicle??

Brendan

2nd Sep 2015 7:22pm

apt100

Member Since: 05 Mar 2015
Location: Derbyshire
Posts: 1547

2016 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Aintree Green

Without wanting to go too far off-topic, just for reference the LVD is only one of many Directives which require the CE mark. As mentioned this lamp doesn't fall within the scope of the LVD. However, it might possibly be CE marked under the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Directive ie designed to not interfere with a nearby radio / TV.

2nd Sep 2015 7:53pm

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