G4 LED tail install

[mtbennett24]

I just got my G4 tails yesterday but I am a little confused on how to install the 6ohm 2 bulb load resistor I got from v-leds.

http://www.v-leds.com/BlinkerWarning-Fix/Turn-Signal-Fix/6-OHM-50W-2-BULB-LED-p4783296-1-2.html

It looks like the G4 already has a load resistor. I think it is that little black box that hangs off by itself (see pic). So I am wondering, do I remove that and install the 6ohm resistor? Where does the 6ohm resistor go? I read that the resistor gets hot so do I need to mount it somewhere? Thanks for your help.

 

[Conor]

The G4's all ready have the resistor, which is the black box you are looking at. You will not need another resistor. G4's are plug and play

 

[SabrToothSqrl]

You can wire the lights without actually installing them, just set them (on a towel) on the ground, unplug your factory lights, and plug these in. they 'should' be plug and play, but you can test them before you swap them... the wiring is right on the back corners and very easy to disassemble. of course the lights are only 2 screws each, so its not that hard anyway... the key must be in RUN to work the turn signals to test for the fast flash...

 

[mtbennett24]

Thanks. I thought I read on another thread that the resistors that came with the G4s weren't enough and that 6-7ohm resistors needed to be installed.

 

[KMeloney]

Thanks. I thought I read on another thread that the resistors that came with the G4s weren't enough and that 6-7ohm resistors needed to be installed.

You did read that, and it's true (or, can be true). I've found that when my battery gauge reads below 14 amps, I'll get the fast blink -- and that's with the factory, black block resistors.

I, too, would like to know whether the additional resistors need to be put in-line with the factory one, or whether they replace the factory ones, and just how it's done either way.

 

[Conor]

I did not add additional resistors on my G4's and I have never had any issues. But, it can't hurt wiring them in if you all ready purchased them

 

[mtbennett24]

Thanks Conor. Which goes back to my original question of how do you install them? The resistors that I bought don't look like plug and play replacements for that black box so I am wondering where they go.

http://www.v-leds.com/BlinkerWarning-Fix/Turn-Signal-Fix/6-OHM-50W-2-BULB-LED-p4783296-1-2.html

 

[Erebos]

Hi guys, I'm new to the forum and I just got my first 2010 Yukon SLT and I would like to start doing some mod on it. The first mod is to change out the tail light to LED tail light.

Can you please tell me where do you guys get your G4 LED light from? I've search on the Internet and most of the reliable places only carry G3, there isn't many places that sale G4.

 

[KMeloney]

Hi guys, I'm new to the forum and I just got my first 2010 Yukon SLT and I would like to start doing some mod on it. The first mod is to change out the tail light to LED tail light.

Can you please tell me where do you guys get your G4 LED light from? I've search on the Internet and most of the reliable places only carry G3, there isn't many places that sale G4.

There's no known difference between the two. I have what was called the G3s, and others here have the G4s, and there appear to be no differences at all.

 

[SabrToothSqrl]

lights

I have these (you can find them for $180 ish)

http://www.topgearautosport.com/par...hoe_2007-2009_Depo_Black_LED_Tail_Lights.html

and i'm happy with them

I had to add a 6 ohm resistor to each for the turn signals, it comes with like 12 ohm ones and it's not enough...

 

[Fast55]

There's no known difference between the two. I have what was called the G3s, and others here have the G4s, and there appear to be no differences at all.

I thought the difference was the 4's have the load resistor but the 3's didn't?

 

[KMeloney]

I thought the difference was the 4's have the load resistor but the 3's didn't?

No, that's not true. Mine came with resistors.

 

[Erebos]

I had to add a 6 ohm resistor to each for the turn signals, it comes with like 12 ohm ones and it's not enough...

Do you just tap the additional resistor directly onto where the existing resistor is? I've ran across a couple of post on this forum where people were asking about how to add the additional resistor but I don't think anyone reply to those. I'm still new at this, so any pointer would be greatly appreciated.

 

[williajj]

Do you just tap the additional resistor directly onto where the existing resistor is? I've ran across a couple of post on this forum where people were asking about how to add the additional resistor but I don't think anyone reply to those. I'm still new at this, so any pointer would be greatly appreciated.

1. Take the resistor box that came with the lights and throw it in the garbage. If possible back over it a few times or smash it with a hammer to relieve the frustration associated with the fast blink.
2. Take the end that plugged into the resistor box and cut the plug piece off, exposing 2 wires.
3. Splice the new resistor into the 2 wires with one going to each end of the resistor.
4. Mount the resistor with double-sided tape to the taillight housing where the old one went. I know they say that it can get hot, but I've never had my blinker on long enough for it to cause any issues with melting plastic.

 

[Erebos]

lol...i guess no need to ask on how you feel about the built-in resistor now.

Thanks for the info. I'm still trying to find a place to order the light. I'll try to post the update once I get my lights in.

 

[bauer4567]

this may sound like a NOOB question... but like a diode, are the resistors unidirectional?? Or can they be put in any way youd like??

 

[felixgun]

It is just two wires you splice together... the black wire goes with the black wire and the green wire goes with the green wire. Basically you are replacing the 10 ohm resistors with 6 ohm resistors. I have the G4 LED's and also ordered vled's 6 ohm resistors and I ended up NOT needing them at all and they are just collecting dust in my garage now. Some people however do need the resistors because of the fast blinker issue. I bought them before I even got my lights in the mail just to make sure for an easy 1 time install!

 

[Bam]

O.K....Please educate me here. I was just on ebay looking at the G4s, then outside smoking a cigarette and looking at my stock tail lights debating whether they would look good or "ricery" (I think I like the look). If I decide to buy a set of these, will I have to add a resistor to increase the load/avoid a fast blinker issue..Or are these plug & play?

 

[felixgun]

I HATE aftermarket tails for some reason. Then I saw some pics of peoples tahoes with the G4 LED tails... It is pretty much the only after market tail light i've ever liked. They look stock since they are all red and pictures of them don't do it justice. Mine were plug-n-play. Others on the forum have said they needed the 6 ohm resistors to replace the 10 ohm ones that come on the G4's. Guess you will never know unless you get them.

 

[zach2011]

My G4's still have their stock resistors with no rapid blinking problems whatsoever. I guess it depends on each set produced.