1968 LED taillight upgrade.

[jamoaus]

Thought I’d share a simple upgrade to LEDs.
Makes a big difference as you can see from the left taillight (LED) vs the right taillight (bulbs).

Seems to have also solved my lighting issue as well with my internal lights and side lights flickering on and off when I have my foot on the brake.

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[robert campbell]

Had them in my GNS possible GT/CS. Makes a huge difference in the power draw through the blinker switch that are prone to failure when they power 8 old style bulbs. Way less power draw and preserving that fun to R&R blinker switch. Just put them in a 69 Cougar with sequential tail lights. Not to mention the safety factor of bright lights!!

By the way West Coast Classic Cougars is a great source for a conversion in a GT/CS. WCCC really knows their stuff on Cougars and Mustangs. Great placed to shop and get real customer service, not provided by the big parts outlets.

Rob

 

[Mosesatm]

Had them in my GNS possible GT/CS.
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Rob

Definitely a GT/CS, along with at least a dozen others.

 

[jamoaus]

Had them in my GNS possible GT/CS. Makes a huge difference in the power draw through the blinker switch that are prone to failure when they power 8 old style bulbs. Way less power draw and preserving that fun to R&R blinker switch. Just put them in a 69 Cougar with sequential tail lights. Not to mention the safety factor of bright lights!!

By the way West Coast Classic Cougars is a great source for a conversion in a GT/CS. WCCC really knows their stuff on Cougars and Mustangs. Great placed to shop and get real customer service, not provided by the big parts outlets.

Rob

Thanks! I’ll definitely look into West Coast Classic Cougars


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[prototypefan]

That is a big difference...….wow.

Did you just change the bulbs? If so can I ask whose you used?


Does anyone know if there is a kit to make them sequential LED's?
I'd imagine you have to change the flasher for that as well.

 

[jamoaus]

Yeah it’s a big difference for sure.


https://www.superbrightleds.com/mor...l-function-27-smd-led-tower-bay15d-bulb/2625/

I bought them in red on advice from another thread. I didn’t buy a resistor or electronic flasher or anything and it works nicely.

I think CJ Pony does a sequential kit but you’ll need the flasher etc to make it work.

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[robert campbell]

Below is a kit from CJ Pony Parts. I do not know how it works. My guess is you could go to West Coast Classic Cougars and get the proper rear wiring harnesses to convert you car. They know their stuff.

Rob

https://www.cjponyparts.com/sequent...=1101206380123&utm_content=All Products Broad

 

[Bobsdad]

Thought I’d share a simple upgrade to LEDs.
Makes a big difference as you can see from the left taillight (LED) vs the right taillight (bulbs).

Seems to have also solved my lighting issue as well with my internal lights and side lights flickering on and off when I have my foot on the brake.

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Looking to do this upgrade this spring, did you need to use anything other than just swapping in these bulbs?

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[franklinair]

I used WCCC's Plasma LED's. Kinda pricey, but they DO light up the world.

Neil

 

[Mosesatm]

Depending on the brand, and how many lights you change, you may need to change your turn signal and emergency flashers.

 

[Ricky Knapik]

I was having the normal taillight issues these cars have, so I went to the Plasma LED's as well. I didn't have to change anything else, but I know my flashers weren't original. MAKE SURE THE GROUNDS ARE GOOD! This is just taillights.

 

[Mosesatm]

Just ordered a set from WCCC

 

[Bobsdad]

Just ordered a set from WCCC

Arlie, I just ordered and installed their plasma bulbs. I'll need to put in new relays; the turn signals don't flash, they just stay solid. Before and after photos w headlights on.

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[Bobsdad]

Note for anyone that wants to do this upgrade- you'll also need new flasher relays. I bought two of these on Amazon: CEC Industries EF32RLNP Flasher https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P4QLLL9/?tag=calspecial-20

So far they're working great//cloud.tapatalk.com/s/640e7fb1d44db/20230312_201957.mp4

Thanks to Speedy02 for recommending these parts.

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[whodat]

I used www.mustangproject.com


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[admin]

Reviving this really old thread to post my results with ordering LED tail lights from superbrightleds.com Per another thread, I ordered 6 of the red (so 3 2-packs) bulbs to replace the factory 1157's. I also ordered a flasher to replace the stock one under the dash, but turns out I didn't need it. I also didn't need any kind of resistor. The bulbs are just plug and play.

1157 LED Bulb - Dual Function 27 SMD LED Tower - BAY15D Bulb

LED replacement bulbs can fit vehicle tail lights, brake lights, reverse lights, turn signals or side marker lights. This 1157 dual-contact, dual-function bulb emits a 360° viewing angle for better, allover light emission with reduced hot spots. The bulb features a tower-style design with a...

www.superbrightleds.com

I'm really happy with the results for under $60 + shipping. The new LEDs are brighter, but also faster reacting. With the stock bulbs my brake lights took half a second to light up, which I wasn't happy with now that I'm actually driving the car on the road.

The video below shows new LEDs on the left compared to stock 1157 incandescent bulbs on the right.

 

[Ricky Knapik]

I love the LED's

 

[TexDan]

Thanks for the recommendation on the Superbrightled.com upgrade. They look and work great! Plug & play. I took the opportunity to refinish the taillight reflector housings and refurbish the wiring harnesses. Also, used Stabilant 22 contact enhancer for a better connection on all bulb sockets, harness connections and grounds.

Thanks again! What a big improvement with the LEDs.