Leave it as-is or fix it?

EthansPoppa · 10-11-2007, 09:22 PM

I am getting ready to do a CW fender elim kit on my ride. I will be replacing all 4 turn signals (front/rear) during the install. Should I go ahead and use resistors and/or some kind of flasher unit to prevent the blinkers from hauling ass, or leave them that way? I've been told "it's not too bad" and "just leave it," but I am not sure I should. I only want to have the bike's wiring exposed/open once so input would help. Thanks guys!

Grashopr · 10-12-2007, 12:01 AM

I'd say mock up the circuit without the resistor/'flasher unit', and see if you can handle the frequency of the flashers... be ready to make a run to Radio Shack if you dont like it though... the answer to your question completely depends on how particular you are about this type of stuff; it's a personal preference call.

EthansPoppa · 10-12-2007, 12:15 PM

I like the way you think. ;-)

I'll try it first and see if I can tolerate the rapid flashing. I may be able to save myself some dough, and that's a good thing.

cali gixxer · 10-12-2007, 07:31 PM

I am not a fan of the resistor idea because they can get pretty hot. I personally left mine and dont mind it. Thats said check out clearalternatives.com and look at their flaher unit- I think its like $15

EthansPoppa · 10-13-2007, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by cali gixxer

I am not a fan of the resistor idea because they can get pretty hot. I personally left mine and dont mind it. Thats said check out clearalternatives.com and look at their flaher unit- I think its like $15

Thanks for the tip. I installed the signals tonight out back and I got some REALLY rapid flashing. I kinda like it, in a weird sort of way.

sqchram · 10-13-2007, 06:33 PM

I'm a fan of the quick flashing turn signals.

Picture distracted sheepish drivers who scan their 'safety zone' in slow, 'snapshot' intervals.

A faster blink gives more chance to catch their scanning eye versus a slower blinking light. (picture a 1970's bathtub on wheels) blink..................blink...........

McInnis · 10-17-2007, 02:10 AM

... well video.
can you post something p so we can see how rapid?

Choco · 10-17-2007, 09:02 AM

LEDs look good with the fast flash...i left mine that way as well. incandecent bulbs tend to appear permanently lit when fast flashing....

EthansPoppa · 10-17-2007, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by McInnis

... well video.
can you post something p so we can see how rapid?

Yes, but it'll have to wait until I get home. I have no means by which to take a video here at work.