daytime running LEDs

[k1ng87]

anyone put daytime running LEDs in their RAM? Also, will 2015 RAM have daytime running LEDs? If so, would those fit in a '14 if they did?

 

[firemedic10584]

Use the search function, I myself have started a few threads regarding DRLs. The short version - I ended up buying the Philips LED 8 DRLs and mounted them on the lower plastic piece in the bumper and they look stock. Search around, I have a thread on those with pictures and reviews.

 

[mmwaggie]

The problem with the search function on this forum, and most others, is that strings 3 characters and under are ignored. So searching LED DRL will not return any searches and few people actually call them daytime running lights. I'd suggest doing a google search instead using a search modifier: site:ramforum.com

 

[k1ng87]

thanks guy...yeah, tried using the search function but didn't have much luck....

 

[k1ng87]

hey fire, you talking about your light bar install? I thought those were too bright for daytime running?

 

[mmwaggie]

I believe he is talking about these. They are very good DRLs.

 

[InspectGWS]

I installed the same DRL's in the same location as firemedic...I believe this is might be his RAM, I pulled the pic right off of AMAZON...

 

[0212353]

http://www.ramforum.com/f41/drls_installed-27806/

Theres the ones I installed and I sell

https://shop.retroshop.us/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=x.DRL

 

[k1ng87]

bah...but I have tow hooks in that area....anywhere else I could install them?

 

[0212353]

could move them in more towards the center?

 

[BoldAdventure]

I'm found of these LED's

 

[k1ng87]

I'm found of these LED's

whoaa....where did you find those???

 

[firemedic10584]

hey fire, you talking about your light bar install? I thought those were too bright for daytime running?

No, I have DRLs as well as the 20" LED bar. The DRLs come on automatically when the truck is on and dim when the parking lights are kicked on. The LED bar is on its own switch.

 

[dhr]

I'm found of these LED's

really nice - where did you get them from ?

 

[Jarhead57]

No, I have DRLs as well as the 20" LED bar. The DRLs come on automatically when the truck is on and dim when the parking lights are kicked on. The LED bar is on its own switch.

What/where did you hookup to have them come on with truck?

 

[dhr]

imho the easiest access is in the center console the cigarette lighter.

 

[k1ng87]

Boldadventure...do you know where I can get those halo assemblies you posted a pic of?

 

[BlackRamHemi]

From Jeremy at the Retro Shop


http://www.ramforum.com/f96/who_likes_halos-53218/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYEaQMzsWwg

 

[firemedic10584]

What/where did you hookup to have them come on with truck?

Amazon.com: Philips 12824WLEDX1 DayLight 8 High Powered Luxeon LED Daytime Running Light: Automotive

That's what I have. You just hook it up to your battery. The relay it comes with senses a change in the electrical current (when you turn your truck on) and turns the lights on, then when u turn off the truck, they go off in about 3-4 seconds. It's pretty awesome!

 

[Smuuth]

I have a 2014 Ram 1500 Sport and wanted the LEDs to come on as DRLs. I was very frustrated after going to two dealers and being told it couldn't be done or that option was only available for Canadian or Fleet vehicles. One dealer even said there was a different wiring harness for vehicles which have the DRLs which I knew was BS.

Well, here's how you do it: The option code to enable the DRLs is VIN-specific. Someone has to have access to the Chrysler server and through that, they can send the option code for the DRLs down to the specific VIN to enable them. After that is done, access the vehicle through the OBD II port and the option to enable the LEDs as DRLs is available.

They will NOT be on if the vehicle is in Park or if the emergency brake is set.