Turn Signal Location

Flygtenstein · 09-14-2006, 02:37 PM

I have seen the turn/corner combo stuff and have not been pleased with my socket selections or getting a full sized 1157 in there.

LED's are blinging, but I am not stoked about popping a hole through the bumper or taking it off again.

Thoughts, ideas, locations to suggest? I feel like I am tempting fate driving around without them just using my paw out the window.

rockota · 09-14-2006, 02:50 PM

Why not stock ones into the bumper like the ARB? Could go w/ stock or aftermarket bling...

EDIT: Sorry, I missed the part about not wanting to pop a hole in the bumper. My bad.

AxleIke · 09-14-2006, 02:51 PM

I'm out of ideas, but for what its worth, hand signals are completely legal when one has no turnsignals. They do suck in a snow storm, however.

AxleIke · 09-14-2006, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by rockota

Why not stock ones into the bumper like the ARB? Could go w/ stock or aftermarket bling...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flygtenstein

but I am not stoked about popping a hole through the bumper or taking it off again.

Pretty sure he doesn't want to do that. Besides, i have his stock ones

rockota · 09-14-2006, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AxleIke

Pretty sure he doesn't want to do that. Besides, i have his stock ones

Yeah - just noticed and edited. :pat:

gapguy · 09-14-2006, 03:00 PM

What about a simple surface mount signal?
http://www.farm-home.com/cgi-bin/miv...60-5317~~~~~~~

Or for a bit more bling...This is where Bruce got his nifty signals.
http://www.vehiclelight.com/2611100.html

MNBOY · 09-14-2006, 03:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flygtenstein

I have seen the turn/corner combo stuff and have not been pleased with my socket selections or getting a full sized 1157 in there.

LED's are blinging, but I am not stoked about popping a hole through the bumper or taking it off again.

I have a set of the stock corners here I could refit with combo lights, or I also have a set of LED's from my old Runner. The LED's require you to drill a 1/8" hole for the wires. They are similar to the LED's Neil posted above, but smaller. I can bring either or both to Moab for you if you are interested.

Good Times · 09-14-2006, 03:58 PM

cheese, have you looked into motorcycle lights you can mount directly under the bumper and attach it to your body?

I know there's an image here somewhere (I tried searching) with a sample of Armorology's front bumper w/ the motorcycle turn signals. I think Ric may know or have sample photos.

04 Rocko Taco · 09-14-2006, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AxleIke

I'm out of ideas, but for what its worth, hand signals are completely legal when one has no turnsignals. They do suck in a snow storm, however.

R-E-Ally???? WE have all sorts of laws here in Ga concerning our turn signals, the color of them, the heigth off of the ground...I thought that was one of the things to make a vehicle legal even...bumpers, headlights, taillights (with brake lights at least 17% red) turn signals and a tag...maybe not... oh well.

4RunnerKid · 09-14-2006, 04:23 PM

i did the combo turn signal/parking light with 1157 bulbs on mine. it was very easy to do and i haven't had any problems with it up to this point... other than that though, i would maybe look into those marker light ricers put on their fenders. those might work fro you...

Flygtenstein · 09-14-2006, 04:32 PM

Thanks Greg, we shall see.

I have the stockers, just haven't found an 1157 socket with a darn to stay in there.

I will look at the Armorology stuff, something that sits on top just to stay legal sounds good. I am worried about anything stuck to the front getting hammered.

Elton · 09-15-2006, 12:02 AM

some of these mounted to the tube on the bumper ? http://www.jpcycles.com/catalog/2006...alog/0330.html
that should be plenty bright

AxleIke · 09-15-2006, 12:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 04 Rocko Taco

R-E-Ally???? WE have all sorts of laws here in Ga concerning our turn signals, the color of them, the heigth off of the ground...I thought that was one of the things to make a vehicle legal even...bumpers, headlights, taillights (with brake lights at least 17% red) turn signals and a tag...maybe not... oh well.

Not sure about GA, just CO

Flygtenstein · 09-15-2006, 01:02 AM

The laws in CO are as follows:

1. Can it drive?
2. Does it have a plate?
4. Does it have lights?

MNBOY · 09-15-2006, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flygtenstein

The laws in CO are as follows:

1. Can it drive?
2. Does it have a plate?
4. Does it have lights?

Yeah, I was wondering about you needing some mud flaps for that wide beast, but then remembered you ain't in Wiss-consin anymore.

Blizzard · 09-15-2006, 09:10 AM

Hello Adrian,

I relocated my turn signals inside the corner lamps. I still have the stock lamps too.

I used a little halogen 20W bulb, it's as small as a 5W bulb but makes way more light hehe

As the bulbs were white I used a little yellow silicone hat in the bulb to get the orange color, and voilà

I love the lights like that, when you put the warning light on it's very nice to see.

Also you can do like a friend of mine did. Reuse the stock bulb holders and a bit of bondo.

David

PS: Your truck is soooo nice

sschaefer3 · 09-15-2006, 09:22 AM

That's not taller than mine. I bet it's the same.

Robinhood150 · 09-15-2006, 10:58 AM

I've got the same dilema. Eventually I was going to build my own 1 watt LED turn signal integrated into the running lights like above. I think I would only need 1 LED for each side. See my LED rock light thread, it would be similar to that.

wiebs6 · 09-15-2006, 10:39 PM

i know this is off the topic but where did you get that bumper i really like it

AxleIke · 09-15-2006, 11:27 PM

Its custom one off. Get out your wallet

Is that a dana 44?

I think those motorcycle lights, or wiring the corners is going to be your best bet.

IMHO, i think doing something with the corners is going to be the best way to go. Its gonna mess with the clean look that its got right now to do anything but.

09-14-2006, 02:37 PM	#1 (permalink)
Flygtenstein Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 4,257	Turn Signal Location I have seen the turn/corner combo stuff and have not been pleased with my socket selections or getting a full sized 1157 in there. LED's are blinging, but I am not stoked about popping a hole through the bumper or taking it off again. Thoughts, ideas, locations to suggest? I feel like I am tempting fate driving around without them just using my paw out the window. __________________ Ease on down the road.

09-14-2006, 02:50 PM	#2 (permalink)
rockota Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Minnesota Posts: 742	Why not stock ones into the bumper like the ARB? Could go w/ stock or aftermarket bling... EDIT: Sorry, I missed the part about not wanting to pop a hole in the bumper. My bad. Last edited by rockota; 09-14-2006 at 02:53 PM.

09-14-2006, 02:51 PM	#3 (permalink)
AxleIke Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Boulder, Colorado Posts: 4,604	I'm out of ideas, but for what its worth, hand signals are completely legal when one has no turnsignals. They do suck in a snow storm, however. __________________ IFS SAS My mods aren't bling enough for the signature line. -All Terrains are for when you know how to drive.

09-14-2006, 03:00 PM	#6 (permalink)
gapguy Contributing Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Nevada City, CA Posts: 3,552	What about a simple surface mount signal? http://www.farm-home.com/cgi-bin/miv...60-5317~~~~~~~ Or for a bit more bling...This is where Bruce got his nifty signals. http://www.vehiclelight.com/2611100.html __________________ 2008 Mini Cooper Last edited by gapguy; 09-14-2006 at 03:05 PM.

09-14-2006, 03:58 PM	#8 (permalink)
Good Times Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 4,702	cheese, have you looked into motorcycle lights you can mount directly under the bumper and attach it to your body? I know there's an image here somewhere (I tried searching) with a sample of Armorology's front bumper w/ the motorcycle turn signals. I think Ric may know or have sample photos. __________________ 2003 4runner SR5 4x4 Chaos Edition Chaos Edition! Operation Rebuild Chaos Edition Need to reach me or ask questions? You can find me here!

09-14-2006, 04:23 PM	#10 (permalink)
4RunnerKid Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Sac + SLO, CA Posts: 1,005	i did the combo turn signal/parking light with 1157 bulbs on mine. it was very easy to do and i haven't had any problems with it up to this point... other than that though, i would maybe look into those marker light ricers put on their fenders. those might work fro you... __________________ -Mikey- 1993 4Runner ~ TG 5" HD/RUF front \| All Pro ~4" rear \| 37" Krawlers \| bomb-proof front housing \| Marlin UM06s \| 12" Fox 2.0s \| Aussie front \| Lock-Right rear \| 5-speed swap \| TG 4.7s \| 5.29s \| bumpers \| sliders \| t-case skid \| K&N intake \| Flowmaster 40 \| Optima red top \| clear lenses \| PIAA 1400s \| KCs \| LED rock lights \| Midland CB \| Firestik 4' antenna \| PIAA superwhites \| stereo Polygoats 4-Wheel Drive Club -> check it yo

09-14-2006, 04:32 PM	#11 (permalink)
Flygtenstein Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 4,257	Thanks Greg, we shall see. I have the stockers, just haven't found an 1157 socket with a darn to stay in there. I will look at the Armorology stuff, something that sits on top just to stay legal sounds good. I am worried about anything stuck to the front getting hammered. __________________ Ease on down the road.

09-15-2006, 12:02 AM	#12 (permalink)
Elton Contributing Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toledo,Oregon Posts: 9,242	some of these mounted to the tube on the bumper ? http://www.jpcycles.com/catalog/2006...alog/0330.html that should be plenty bright __________________ My Truck 98 4runner SR5 3.4L 5spd 4x4 E-Locker Mods Mom 07 Tundra d-cab limited 5.7L 4x4 auto mom 92 pickup SR5 X-cab 3.0L 5spd 4x4 Papa 89 Pickup SR5 X-cab 4x4 3.0L 5spd/98 4runner SR5 4x4 auto 3.4L R.I.P 91 4runner SR5 4x4 3.0L 5spd Totaled 5/13/06 My Wreck Last edited by Elton; 09-15-2006 at 12:03 AM.

09-15-2006, 01:02 AM	#14 (permalink)
Flygtenstein Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 4,257	The laws in CO are as follows: 1. Can it drive? 2. Does it have a plate? 4. Does it have lights? __________________ Ease on down the road.

09-15-2006, 09:10 AM	#16 (permalink)
Blizzard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Barcelona (Spain) Posts: 883	Hello Adrian, I relocated my turn signals inside the corner lamps. I still have the stock lamps too. I used a little halogen 20W bulb, it's as small as a 5W bulb but makes way more light hehe As the bulbs were white I used a little yellow silicone hat in the bulb to get the orange color, and voilà I love the lights like that, when you put the warning light on it's very nice to see. Also you can do like a friend of mine did. Reuse the stock bulb holders and a bit of bondo. David PS: Your truck is soooo nice __________________ '94 Toyota 4Runner 3.0 Turbo Diesel Intercooler – Trail-Gear 4'' SAS front, Trail-Gear 5'' rear leaves swap, 35x12.5x15 M/T's and too many things more to write...

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09-15-2006, 10:58 AM	#18 (permalink)
Robinhood150 Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Wandering around Phoenix Posts: 6,048	I've got the same dilema. Eventually I was going to build my own 1 watt LED turn signal integrated into the running lights like above. I think I would only need 1 LED for each side. See my LED rock light thread, it would be similar to that. __________________ Steve. '93 4Runner V6 Auto 4x4 Robinhood's Lair. \|\| Gettin' Off 4wd Club member Lots for sale:5.29 ARB IFS third member... Click Sierra Club policy: [A reason to close trails] ...Physical soil damage, often readily visible, resulting in: a. Erosion, causing soil loss and damage to stream banks, streams, and fish habitat... Lesson...Stay on the TRAIL!

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wiebs6 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Edgewood, WA Posts: 71	i know this is off the topic but where did you get that bumper i really like it __________________ Garrett 1993 toyota pickup, 4in trail gear SAS, 63 chevy rears, welded rear 3rd, 34 ltb swampers

09-15-2006, 11:27 PM	#20 (permalink)
AxleIke Contributing Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Boulder, Colorado Posts: 4,604	Its custom one off. Get out your wallet Is that a dana 44? I think those motorcycle lights, or wiring the corners is going to be your best bet. IMHO, i think doing something with the corners is going to be the best way to go. Its gonna mess with the clean look that its got right now to do anything but. __________________ IFS SAS My mods aren't bling enough for the signature line. -All Terrains are for when you know how to drive.