DRL bulbs that last?

[Merc1973]

Any recommendations for LED DRL blulbs? I got some JDM Astar 3157 amber, brightest one they make with the lens in front. Looked great, only lasted 6 months though. I need bulbs that last longer than that. I even replaced the sockets since i thought that was the proble.m. The sockets were burned and crispy from the PO. Still only a couple leds partially light up. I like the Amber for DRL.

 

[treehan77]

I've had the Aaron ones from Amazon for about 2 years with no issues. Iirc, I had to slightly file to fit a tiny bit. They say backup but I used for drl and used my jtm ones fine in the backup lights.

2Pcs Aaron 6000K Pure White 60W 3157 (3156 3056 3057) Super Bright XB-D CREE High Power LED Bulbs for DRL Brake Tail Backup Reverse Lights https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HE7SJ7S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_bWmDzb93XSNYG

 

[shreksbrother]

Just out of curiosity, why use 3157? When I Googled looking to see what bulb belongs in my 2003 Yukon, I was pointed to the 4114 by several sites. I recently replaced my DRLs with 4114 Sylvania Zevo (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A77U85C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T2_NPDDzbJSWQ0V9)

 

[treehan77]

Th Aaron's I got say application is 3157 or 4114 anyway
Description
Items come with 1 year warranty. Application: 3047 3057 3155 3156 3157 3157LL 3357 3454 3457 3757 4057 4114 4114LL 4114K 4157 4157LL -FOR REFERENCE ONLY -Not compatible with CK sockets. Note: 1.When using LED bulbs for turn signal, you will need to use load resistor or decoder set to prevent hyper flash or bulb malfunction 2.If the bulb does not light up, please reverse the polarities.

 

[treehan77]

Amber version

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00L...=P5RXX41ZQ9TFC1C5VJW7&dpPl=1&dpID=61g67URAB9L

 

[Crippin87]

I ordered a set of led 4114 bulbs from hidkitpros.com. They were the only true led 4114 bulb that I could find anywhere. The come with a pretty solid warranty and look amazing, I highly recommend them.

 

[Crippin87]

Here are a couple pics of mine for reference.

 

[bluebear15]

I ordered a set of led 4114 bulbs from hidkitpros.com. They were the only true led 4114 bulb that I could find anywhere. The come with a pretty solid warranty and look amazing, I highly recommend them.

I also have these and have had them installed for the past 3 months or so and no issues. Work great. I'd definitely recommend them as they were highly recommended to me when I was looking.

 

[Merc1973]

I've had the Aaron ones from Amazon for about 2 years with no issues. Iirc, I had to slightly file to fit a tiny bit. They say backup but I used for drl and used my jtm ones fine in the backup lights.

2Pcs Aaron 6000K Pure White 60W 3157 (3156 3056 3057) Super Bright XB-D CREE High Power LED Bulbs for DRL Brake Tail Backup Reverse Lights https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HE7SJ7S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_bWmDzb93XSNYG

Thanks. Not many have long term reviews on these LEDs. I ended up getting the 5702KA (amber) incandescent bulbs which seem to last for years. Regular 3157 do not last long at all and left my sockets melted even worse. I will update when i return back from vacation.

 

[Vanquish Auto]

I could come up with a great solution if you tell me price range and how bright you want them to be. Oem beam pattern is one of the main features our leds will provide over the cheap stuff. Also beware a cheap Drl could melt the base of the bulb to the socket and create a smog inside the lamps.


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[Merc1973]

I ordered a set of led 4114 bulbs from hidkitpros.com. They were the only true led 4114 bulb that I could find anywhere. The come with a pretty solid warranty and look amazing, I highly recommend them.

Thanks. I see those have a 2 year warranty. Perhaps those will be next.

https://hidkitpros.com/shop/4114k-high-power-led-daytime-running-lights-cree/

 

[Crippin87]

Thanks. I see those have a 2 year warranty. Perhaps those will be next.

https://hidkitpros.com/shop/4114k-high-power-led-daytime-running-lights-cree/

Yea, I highly recommend them. I have their interior leds in my Yukon and I like them a lot too. I had a cheaper set of interior leds and and they weren't half as nice.

 

[95escahoe]

I ordered a set of led 4114 bulbs from hidkitpros.com. They were the only true led 4114 bulb that I could find anywhere. The come with a pretty solid warranty and look amazing, I highly recommend them.

X2 on this use them in my Escalade & Silverado

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[05Single]

4114 bulbs only for drl. 3157 will not last. It's what I've used. Sellers say 3157 are the same as 4114 but only share the same base.

 

[Vanquish Auto]

We got some CREE 80W that can be used as DRL. Here is the link for them if anybody wants to try I will give some discount so they can share some pictures and comment on the quality and brightness. Those who have the LEDs previously mentioned are even better candidates so they can do a comparison.

4114 DRL Bulbs

 

[Merc1973]

We got some CREE 80W that can be used as DRL. Here is the link for them if anybody wants to try I will give some discount so they can share some pictures and comment on the quality and brightness. Those who have the LEDs previously mentioned are even better candidates so they can do a comparison.

4114 DRL Bulbs

Thanks!!! I will keep this in mind if my incandescent 5702ka bulbs burn out prematurely.

 

[treehan77]

We got some CREE 80W that can be used as DRL. Here is the link for them if anybody wants to try I will give some discount so they can share some pictures and comment on the quality and brightness. Those who have the LEDs previously mentioned are even better candidates so they can do a comparison.

4114 DRL Bulbs

$45 bucks huh? wow. my aaron's ones that were $15 on amazon been great for 2 years.

 

[Vanquish Auto]

$45 bucks huh? wow. my aaron's ones that were $15 on amazon been great for 2 years.

It comes with a 20% discount. Would be happy to send you a set with 50% so you can do an actual comparison and give your honest review on which ones are better, counting price too. Every feedback is appreciated.


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[PNWMuseumman]

After having a bad experience with some super dim crappy LED's bought on a whim at the auto parts store, I reached out to Vanquish and gave their LEDs a shot. Granted they have only been in the car for 3 days as of now, I am super happy with the color and how bright they are. I will be posting periodically about the lifetime of these bulbs.

Here are the first LED's I bought. Not only were they not very bright, they weren't even color matched very well, and I bought these in a two pack.View media item 26543
Here are the Vanquish bulbs, very happy with them so far.
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[W8TVI]

After having a bad experience with some super dim crappy LED's bought on a whim at the auto parts store, I reached out to Vanquish and gave their LEDs a shot. Granted they have only been in the car for 3 days as of now, I am super happy with the color and how bright they are. I will be posting periodically about the lifetime of these bulbs.

Here are the first LED's I bought. Not only were they not very bright, they weren't even color matched very well, and I bought these in a two pack.View media item 26543
Here are the Vanquish bulbs, very happy with them so far.
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I've been using these http://a.co/fhGftR4 LEDs for my DRLs since January.
I've had no trouble with them and they only use 10w of power, so there is little to no chance of messing up the socket or it dying prematurely.
The stock DRLs are rated for 29w, I beleve, so anything you put in there should have lower power dissipation.