Headlight Modification

Diode Dynamics said:

That is a demon eye. After nearly a year of delays we are releasing a plug-and-play version in late November with custom-tooled brackets specifically for the S550. Unfortunately, I do not have an ETA for an EU version on it, but it shouldn't be difficult at all to wire up as it just takes parking light signal and ground, and has a light sensor onboard to shut off when headlights are turned on.

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I think I speak for all of us when I say you are going to need to post a link here the second they go on sale!

Diode Dynamics said:

That is a demon eye. After nearly a year of delays we are releasing a plug-and-play version in late November with custom-tooled brackets specifically for the S550. Unfortunately, I do not have an ETA for an EU version on it, but it shouldn't be difficult at all to wire up as it just takes parking light signal and ground, and has a light sensor onboard to shut off when headlights are turned on.

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The one I have is RGB w/a remote so I can match or contrast with drl's. It's on its own circuit with a rf remote so I can turn it on without the car being turned on or the other lights for shows and general parking. The draw is so low I mistakenly left in on over the course of a weekend when I didn't drive the car; still cranked up fine come Monday.

stoli said:

The one I have is RGB w/a remote so I can match or contrast with drl's. It's on its own circuit with a rf remote so I can turn it on without the car being turned on or the other lights for shows and general parking. The draw is so low I mistakenly left in on over the course of a weekend when I didn't drive the car; still cranked up fine come Monday.

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Do you mind doing a small write up on how you wired yours up? Also what controller and remote you got? Im going to do the same to mine, want to control the demon eyes and drl's with the same remote, but be able to be different colors, as well as the possibility of controlling with a smart phone as well.

mlevans1 said:

Do you mind doing a small write up on how you wired yours up? Also what controller and remote you got? Im going to do the same to mine, want to control the demon eyes and drl's with the same remote, but be able to be different colors, as well as the possibility of controlling with a smart phone as well.

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This is the remote/switch setup I used.

Since I wanted two power sources for the drls (always on with the car and the ability to switch on and off when the car is off) I installed inline diodes so there would be no issue with feedback/shorts from one source to the other.

Basically I tapped the same wire for DRL and ran one always-on from the fuse box to the diode. The switch relay was then installed between the diode and the drl which enables me to have it off or on at any time.

You could also install the remote switch before the diode on the the constant source, but then you would not have control when the car is on.

I hope that all made sense. ;)

how did you wire the power source that goes from the RGBW controller. The instructions say the two red wires go to parking and DRL and the black to ground. Does this mean i have to soder the two red wires to the parking and DRL wires?(Are these wires in the headlight plug in) I thought i could just combine the two red wires to a fuse tap? PLEASE HELP lol

Yeah; you'll want to tap into the headlight harness. I didn't solder but wish I did. If you don't care about the dimming feature you could just tap a source at the fuse box that comes on with the car in acc mode. It's all up to you. Personally I wanted them to work just as the oem drls did + turn signals.

Sorry to dig up an old thread but can anyone provide specific recommendation for resealing? I'm pulling mine apart tomorrow *fingers crossed*

P4RKER said:

Sorry to dig up an old thread but can anyone provide specific recommendation for resealing? I'm pulling mine apart tomorrow *fingers crossed*

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Black silicone still holdin strong. No leaks or condensation.

Nathanbrummer@SCS said:

Black silicone still holdin strong. No leaks or condensation.

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Happen to have a link to the exact silicone you used?

mlevans1 said:

Happen to have a link to the exact silicone you used?

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http://www.homedepot.com/p/DAP-Dynaflex-230-10-1-oz-Premium-Indoor-Outdoor-Sealant-18280/100177094

Nathanbrummer@SCS said:

http://www.homedepot.com/p/DAP-Dynaflex-230-10-1-oz-Premium-Indoor-Outdoor-Sealant-18280/100177094

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Thanks man! Im guessing one of those tubes was enough for both headlights?

Way more than enough.

Niz55 said:

Done!

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This is FANTASTIC!

Can anyone tell me how the reflectors are held in?

ponie1992 said:

Can anyone tell me how the reflectors are held in?

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I seem to remember them being plasti welded by alignment pins.