Installed Brake light modulator

[aviationfred]

While looking for parts and upgrades for the Vmax, I came across this simple and inexpensive tail light modulator.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/161518769345?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT#ht_3735wt_1153

2 wires in, 2 wires out. Super easy to install.

I have LED tail/brake lights and it works great.

Fred

[Country Joe]

While looking for parts and upgrades for the Vmax, I came across this simple and inexpensive tail light modulator.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/161518769345?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT#ht_3735wt_1153

2 wires in, 2 wires out. Super easy to install.

I have LED tail/brake lights and it works great.

Fred

Fred,
Does it strobe then go to solid?

[aviationfred]

Every time a brake switch is made, there is 4 super fast flashes, 4 slow flashes and then the brake light stays on until you release the switch.

I will post a video later this evening.


Fred

[Country Joe]

Every time a brake switch is made, there is 4 super fast flashes, 4 slow flashes and then the brake light stays on until you release the switch.

I will post a video later this evening.


Fred

Fred,
Thank you, that sounds perfect to me.

[ribbert]

Every time a brake switch is made, there is 4 super fast flashes, 4 slow flashes and then the brake light stays on until you release the switch.

I will post a video later this evening.


Fred

Fred,
Thank you, that sounds perfect to me.

These are an excellent safety feature. Having had one for a couple of years I have had many people comment on how eye catching they are.
They only work with LED globes though.

If I'm concerned about a car approaching from behind when sitting at an intersection, I just release the brake and reapply it to set off the flashing sequence again. It is adjustable for flash rate and duration before going solid. 

A rapid flashing LED is hard to miss.

Noel

[Pat Conlon]

Thank you Fred, I just ordered one....It's been on my list for several years now...long overdue.

Skymaster's Check Your 6 post about the Lancaster fatality is a reminder.

[Paul1965]

While looking for parts and upgrades for the Vmax, I came across this simple and inexpensive tail light modulator.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/161518769345?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT#ht_3735wt_1153

2 wires in, 2 wires out. Super easy to install.

I have LED tail/brake lights and it works great.

Fred

I used a cheap one like this on my 84 and it worked great (I think I held out for a Chinese model that was under $5). I did the same thing as Fred, release then grab the brake again just to get their attention behind me. If you run LED turn signals with built in brake lights (the sword style) you can wire this to those at the same time.

[movenon]

Thanks Fred. I also put one on order. 
George

[aviationfred]

Here is a video of the modulator on my FJ.


https://youtu.be/GSqFIasAgJE


Fred

[Russfjr1]

I like it but will it pass a UK mot?

[FJmonkey]

I like it but will it pass a UK mot?

The install seems simple enough, when you get your MOT inspection just remove it. Reinstall after you pass...

[1tinindian]

Thanks for the heads up Fred.
Placed my order this morning.
Man, we are going to be a bunch a LED flashing Mo-Fos at the rally this year!

Leon

[aviationfred]

I like it but will it pass a UK mot?

I used Molex connectors to install the modulator. If it fails, or I need to remove it for any reason. I can un plug the modulator and connect the factory wires together.


Fred

[movenon]

Received mine today. I will install it Monday. 
George

[aviationfred]

I like it but will it pass a UK mot?

I used Molex connectors to install the modulator.

Here is the Molex connector kit that I used. A good idea is to pick up the crimper also.

http://www.aerostich.com/tools/electrical/tools-connectors/aerostich-92-piece-molex-connector-kit.html

http://www.aerostich.com/tools/electrical/tools-connectors/strip-and-crimp-plier.html

Or here is a good set of crimpers that are a specific tool.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Molex-Crimping-pliers-Cable-clamp-pressed-terminal-pins-diameter-28AWG-18AWG-/331430299534?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d2ac9078e#ht_863wt_1153

Fred