What is everyone's stance on non-amber turn signals?
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What is everyone's stance on non-amber turn signals?
I know this (may have been) repeated numerous times here, but I'd like to hear your opinion again.
What is everyone's stance on non-amber turn-signal/blinker lights?
I would like to (at the very least) change out my rear amber blinkers for straight red blinkers, LED preferred.
My question is:
If I were to do this, and ended up getting rear-ended by someone, would I be liable even if it wasn't me who caused the accident?
What is everyone's stance on non-amber turn-signal/blinker lights?
I would like to (at the very least) change out my rear amber blinkers for straight red blinkers, LED preferred.
My question is:
If I were to do this, and ended up getting rear-ended by someone, would I be liable even if it wasn't me who caused the accident?
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I did this on mine but I changed my rears to white LEDs. They are way brighter then the oems so I don't think you will have any problems with people rear ending you. I even put a vid up of it.
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Unfortunately I haven't yet installed the red bulbs cause I've been sent a faulty product twice from the same retailer. Looking forward to sharing the details after all is said and done though so others wont have to go through the same experience as I am right now.
JP - can you PM me with a price for a set of those? I may be interested now after all.
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JP - can you PM me with a price for a set of those? I may be interested now after all.
Sick of dealing with these eBay stores and their BS.
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make sure you keep ambers around though...i am not sure if you have a hook up but the reds might be questioned at inspection...they are trying to get everyone for every little thing!
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I know this (may have been) repeated numerous times here, but I'd like to hear your opinion again.
What is everyone's stance on non-amber turn-signal/blinker lights?
I would like to (at the very least) change out my rear amber blinkers for straight red blinkers, LED preferred.
My question is:
If I were to do this, and ended up getting rear-ended by someone, would I be liable even if it wasn't me who caused the accident?
What is everyone's stance on non-amber turn-signal/blinker lights?
I would like to (at the very least) change out my rear amber blinkers for straight red blinkers, LED preferred.
My question is:
If I were to do this, and ended up getting rear-ended by someone, would I be liable even if it wasn't me who caused the accident?why would you get rear ended? Your only talking about the signal bulbs right now the park/brake lights? I put Silverstars on my brake lights and they are definitely 20 percent brighter then stock! I'll post a comparison picture soon!
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what you may be stating is correct for your state. But each state sets there own guidelines for what colors are allowed and not allowed. Such as emergency vehicles in Vermont are blue and NY the color is red. So any red in the front is illegal in NY
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I normally go the opposite direction. Multiple studies have shown amber rear turn signals to be more visible and safer than red ones. Since amber rear signals are required in most EU countries, I have replaced my DOT taillights with EU lights on several of my previous cars (that came equipped with red turn signals).
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This is correct, states and sometimes counties decide on emergency vehicle colors. In my part of NY blue is for volunteer fireman, red/white for police, fire trucks and ambulances, yellow for tow trucks and green or yellow for security vehicles. Using these colors in the wrong manner/way can get you a ticket.
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With that said, I personally think turn signals should be amber.
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I normally go the opposite direction. Multiple studies have shown amber rear turn signals to be more visible and safer than red ones. Since amber rear signals are required in most EU countries, I have replaced my DOT taillights with EU lights on several of my previous cars (that came equipped with red turn signals).
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And fog lights needing to be amber is a myth. At one time there was a general concensus that amber light refracted less light back at your eyes and was thought to "cut through" the fog better. This turned out to not be all that accurate. This source explains it best... - CLICKITY-CLICK HERE -
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Yea I agree with the idea that they should be amber. I like the amber color, and like someone else said, changing it to blue or something unconventional just doesn't look good IMO, I guess because I've subconsciously gotten used to seeing amber signals and marker lights. Thats why I ended up doing amber city lights 
I agree, the only downside with stealth bulbs is that the silverish amber color produced by the chrome-infused glass doesn't looks somewhat like a faded lighter amber and isn't as bright, but I figure since they're only on for a few seconds when the turn signal is flashing, it doesn't matter too much anyway.
I agree, the only downside with stealth bulbs is that the silverish amber color produced by the chrome-infused glass doesn't looks somewhat like a faded lighter amber and isn't as bright, but I figure since they're only on for a few seconds when the turn signal is flashing, it doesn't matter too much anyway.
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I just don't get the red turn signal thing. I find it distracting and unneccessarily confusing.
And agree about the stealth front turnsignal bulbs; it really improves the appearance of the front of the car.
And agree about the stealth front turnsignal bulbs; it really improves the appearance of the front of the car.
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Well, I received my replacement bulbs, at the sellers expense, so that's good.
I love 'em and think they look great - and don't see why it's such a big mystery to most people...I just want to have all of my rear lights the same color. The thing about these chrome red bulbs is that they don't actually light up rich red like the brake lights, but more of a bright orangy-red color which IMO makes the rear end look fantastic and it really blends in well with the rest of the taillights at night-time.
I of course got the chrome front turn signals as well, total cost: $20.
Don't understand why people are paying like $29.99 for "Stealth Bulbs" when you can get it for 1/6th of that price elsewhere.
I love 'em and think they look great - and don't see why it's such a big mystery to most people...I just want to have all of my rear lights the same color. The thing about these chrome red bulbs is that they don't actually light up rich red like the brake lights, but more of a bright orangy-red color which IMO makes the rear end look fantastic and it really blends in well with the rest of the taillights at night-time.
I of course got the chrome front turn signals as well, total cost: $20.
Don't understand why people are paying like $29.99 for "Stealth Bulbs" when you can get it for 1/6th of that price elsewhere.
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Well, I received my replacement bulbs, at the sellers expense, so that's good.
I love 'em and think they look great - and don't see why it's such a big mystery to most people...I just want to have all of my rear lights the same color. The thing about these chrome red bulbs is that they don't actually light up rich red like the brake lights, but more of a bright orangy-red color which IMO makes the rear end look fantastic and it really blends in well with the rest of the taillights at night-time.
I of course got the chrome front turn signals as well, total cost: $20.
Don't understand why people are paying like $29.99 for "Stealth Bulbs" when you can get it for 1/6th of that price elsewhere.
I love 'em and think they look great - and don't see why it's such a big mystery to most people...I just want to have all of my rear lights the same color. The thing about these chrome red bulbs is that they don't actually light up rich red like the brake lights, but more of a bright orangy-red color which IMO makes the rear end look fantastic and it really blends in well with the rest of the taillights at night-time.
I of course got the chrome front turn signals as well, total cost: $20.
Don't understand why people are paying like $29.99 for "Stealth Bulbs" when you can get it for 1/6th of that price elsewhere.
