Diode Dynamics Tail as Turn plug-n-play version now available
09-20-2016, 03:14 PM
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Diode Dynamics Tail as Turn plug-n-play version now available
Not sure if this was already announced/posted but the long-awaited plug n play version of the tail-as-turn module is now on the website. Just got mine yesterday.
DIY seemed simple enough but I know many, including myself, were looking for something plug and play.
For anyone confused - the plug n play version for the coupe has been available for quite some time, but it's been a long time coming for G37 Sedan owners.
EDIT: Forgot to share the link.
http://www.diodedynamics.com/store/c.../category/766/
DIY seemed simple enough but I know many, including myself, were looking for something plug and play.
For anyone confused - the plug n play version for the coupe has been available for quite some time, but it's been a long time coming for G37 Sedan owners.
EDIT: Forgot to share the link.
http://www.diodedynamics.com/store/c.../category/766/
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09-20-2016, 07:31 PM
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It's on my list as something for my kids to get me at Xmas. They don't know yet. 
IDK why I want this... It's not like I'll ever see it as the driver. But it's still cool, PnP easy, and the price is right.
IDK why I want this... It's not like I'll ever see it as the driver. But it's still cool, PnP easy, and the price is right.
09-20-2016, 08:41 PM
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Been waiting for a while for DD to release this!
Catch is, in the meantime, I heard that doing this mod on coupes causes the front and rear turn signals to awkwardly become out of sync when the brake is applied while signalling.
Can anyone/DD comment on whether or not this is a side effect to this mod?
Catch is, in the meantime, I heard that doing this mod on coupes causes the front and rear turn signals to awkwardly become out of sync when the brake is applied while signalling.
Can anyone/DD comment on whether or not this is a side effect to this mod?
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09-21-2016, 07:39 AM
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Been waiting for a while for DD to release this!
Catch is, in the meantime, I heard that doing this mod on coupes causes the front and rear turn signals to awkwardly become out of sync when the brake is applied while signalling.
Can anyone/DD comment on whether or not this is a side effect to this mod?
Catch is, in the meantime, I heard that doing this mod on coupes causes the front and rear turn signals to awkwardly become out of sync when the brake is applied while signalling.
Can anyone/DD comment on whether or not this is a side effect to this mod?
I asked about this question a while ago and DD gave me the following resopnse. However this was regarding the universal DIY kit, not the PNP kit, so I'm not sure if it's any different.
The tail as turn modules are designed so brake lighting takes precedence over the turn signal. It's safer to have the brake lighting illuminate first vs. the turn signals.
Feel free to give us a call if you would like more information about the kit: (314) 205-3033
Thanks!
Nick C.
Feel free to give us a call if you would like more information about the kit: (314) 205-3033
Thanks!
Nick C.
09-21-2016, 08:03 AM
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09-21-2016, 10:58 AM
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Thanks for your interest everyone! We will not be offering a group buy on this item.
That is correct, when brake is applied, the light is already on, so the turn signal activates by shutting off first, then on, so it alternates with the front. Again, this is while both brake and turn signal are applied, just part of the way this kit works. Honestly, I've been running the kit for a long time on my coupe, and it's impossible to notice this feature while you're driving, which is the only time you'd have the brake and turn applied.
Please shoot us an email or PM if you have any further questions!
Please shoot us an email or PM if you have any further questions!
09-21-2016, 11:14 AM
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09-21-2016, 10:03 PM
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Ordered mine this morning for the Q50...after thought and consideration, I'm not sure if it would be any benefit for the Q50.
It looks like the kit only enables the brake LED section on the Q50 and not the whole LED taillight like in the G37.
This is a video I found and it is not from Diode Dynamics, but I'm sure it will be the same result.
It looks like the kit only enables the brake LED section on the Q50 and not the whole LED taillight like in the G37.
This is a video I found and it is not from Diode Dynamics, but I'm sure it will be the same result.
09-21-2016, 10:43 PM
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That is correct. The larger running light cannot blink as a turn signal because it only serves as a lower power intensity, as the running light. It is not two-stage brightness like the G37. As with all other Tail as Turn kits, the main advantage on the kit is the LED appearance rather than the small circle lit up with incandescent. Thanks!
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09-21-2016, 11:08 PM
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That is correct. The larger running light cannot blink as a turn signal because it only serves as a lower power intensity, as the running light. It is not two-stage brightness like the G37. As with all other Tail as Turn kits, the main advantage on the kit is the LED appearance rather than the small circle lit up with incandescent. Thanks!
A bit disappointing to know...I hope that the mod is worthy "upgrade" and has a plus to its functionality over just its looks.
I'm sure it will be a better solution at night where it will be more visible to other drivers, but during the daytime is my concern.
09-21-2016, 11:12 PM
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I've tried the universal kit and it works as advertised. It's a great, cheap mod. However, I took it off after I noticed the front and rear out-of-sync signal when brakes are applied.
While it's true you'll never notice it, at least during the day, the fact that other drivers would notice it and I could see it at night when stopped really bugged me. So, I went with JDM tails and Triton LEDs instead.
It all comes down to preference, so if the out-of-sync signal doesn't bother you, then I would jump on this. The universal kit was pretty easy to install, so this plug-n-play version will be cake.
While it's true you'll never notice it, at least during the day, the fact that other drivers would notice it and I could see it at night when stopped really bugged me. So, I went with JDM tails and Triton LEDs instead.
It all comes down to preference, so if the out-of-sync signal doesn't bother you, then I would jump on this. The universal kit was pretty easy to install, so this plug-n-play version will be cake.
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