Location: FL
Posts: 948
My VIN: Early
Last edited by 81dmc; 07-13-2016 at 09:11 PM.
Early 81 5spd conversion- DMCH Ground Effects, Double Din, Custom Instrument Cluster, QA1 Suspension, 3.0 PRV with MS3
Has anybody used the Headlight Switch Bypass Kit from DPNW? Seems like it takes care of the same issues as the upgraded DMCH switch, but for a lot less $$$
http://www.delorean-parts.com/Mercha...t_Code=K3003DP
Location: Reedsburg, WI
Posts: 4,026
My VIN: 5180
Club(s): (DMWC) (DCUK)
The original incandescent bulb gives off warm white (yellowish) color. They use a blue filter so that the illuminated appearance is green. Kindergarten 101: yellow and blue makes Green
Dennis
DENNIS
VIN 5180, Frame 3652, STAGE II, DM-eng Solid State Solutions (RPM Rly, Dm.Lt.Mod., Fan Fail Mod. , FAN Rly, HS.Rly) , HID headlights, SPAX user since 2009, Eibach springs, M Adj. Rear LCA's, DPNW poly-sway bar kit, DMCEU LCA Stabilizer link kit, DMCMW Illuminated door sills, Aussie Illuminated SS Shifter plate, REAL MOMO EVO Steering wheel, DELOREANA Extended View Side Mirrors w/ Heaters, DELOREANA LED Door Lights.
Location: FL
Posts: 948
My VIN: Early
Early 81 5spd conversion- DMCH Ground Effects, Double Din, Custom Instrument Cluster, QA1 Suspension, 3.0 PRV with MS3
Location: FL
Posts: 948
My VIN: Early
Early 81 5spd conversion- DMCH Ground Effects, Double Din, Custom Instrument Cluster, QA1 Suspension, 3.0 PRV with MS3
Location: Rochester, NY
Posts: 276
My VIN: 1776
Location: Reedsburg, WI
Posts: 4,026
My VIN: 5180
Club(s): (DMWC) (DCUK)
Yes, your missing the blue filter.
What color is your hazard switch, it was also originally green too. Some folks have now switched that to a Red LED. DMCH used to put a Red LED in with the New headlight switch in order to convert it. Give it that modern appearance.
If you remove the A/C panel face plate, you can grip the switch cap and pull it off. The first thing you should see is an opaque blue rectangle. If it's not there you'll just see the incandescent bulb.
Dennis
Last edited by DMC5180; 07-14-2016 at 09:19 PM.
DENNIS
VIN 5180, Frame 3652, STAGE II, DM-eng Solid State Solutions (RPM Rly, Dm.Lt.Mod., Fan Fail Mod. , FAN Rly, HS.Rly) , HID headlights, SPAX user since 2009, Eibach springs, M Adj. Rear LCA's, DPNW poly-sway bar kit, DMCEU LCA Stabilizer link kit, DMCMW Illuminated door sills, Aussie Illuminated SS Shifter plate, REAL MOMO EVO Steering wheel, DELOREANA Extended View Side Mirrors w/ Heaters, DELOREANA LED Door Lights.
Location: Reisterstown, MD
Posts: 100
My VIN: 2412
Club(s): (DMA)
I fixed the standoffs as Dave suggested and then installed the AC and console plates in the order you suggested. All is well with that, thanks!
Back to the matching headlight and hazard switches. Since I can't put an incandescent in the new Houston headlight switch, can I put an LED in an original hazard switch? That will probably be the best way to get them to match color and brightness wise. Thanks!
Hi there,
Yes, you can install an LED in the hazard switch. Here's a thread that may be of interest. http://dmctalk.org/showthread.php?98...topped-working
I'm one who converted both to LED bulbs. IMO, they look good... not too bright or out of place. Here's a pic..
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Last edited by DMC-81; 07-14-2016 at 10:14 PM.
Dana
1981 DeLorean DMC-12 (5 Speed, Gas Flap, Black Interior, Windshield Antenna, Dark Gray)
Restored as "mostly correct, but with flaws corrected". Pictures and comments of my restoration are in the albums section on my profile.
1985 Chevrolet Corvette, Z51, 4+3 manual
2006 Dodge Magnum R/T (D/D)
2010 Camaro SS (Transformers Edition)