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HubStep · 01-23-2013, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by GVA 45TH 2SS

Sorry to hear that, that sucks.
The tech lights having a wire go directly to the battery made me wonder.
I thought that was only to apply power when you use the other wire for show mode.
But it sounds like this is not the case.
Wondering aloud---- why techno cant just use the factory power harness that we plug into anyway to supply all power to the lights

Probably a current issue. Also, for the paranoid... you could wire an ignition-signaled interrupt-relay for the main power to the tech lights w/a $5 automotive relay and a few hours on a saturday. You shouldn't have to do this, but it would work.

The 2010 Sin · 01-23-2013, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TCAT

Sorry to hear about that. It's amazing how fast some people's batteries are draining. It really is the weirdest situation we all have, and it's incredibly hard to track down why. At least you won't have to worry about it with the stock lights. Let us know how the stock ones go in regards to battery life just to ensure everything is fine.

I will let you know as soon as I can. I'm going to be leaving town again next month for a week and can report then! :-)

GVA 45TH 2SS · 01-23-2013, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by HubStep

Probably a current issue. Also, for the paranoid... you could wire an ignition-signaled interrupt-relay for the main power to the tech lights w/a $5 automotive relay and a few hours on a saturday. You shouldn't have to do this, but it would work.

but tying it to the ignition circuit would mean the key would have to be on for things like hazards, or when arming/disarming otherwise they will be off. Unless there is a way around that.

dmiotti · 01-24-2013, 09:55 AM

I have had these lights since May 2012. No water leaks or burnt out LEDs. I thought I was one of the lucky ones but came home today and the rear lights were barely flashing and the battery was dead after 2 weeks in the garage. I called Todd and he said that each of the 4 lights have a microprocessor that draws 900ma. He mentioned that after the battery goes down to about 9-10 volts, the lights go into show mode (hence the reason the lights go on as the battery is draining). There is no fix except to use a switch on the pink wire to the battery to cut power off or to connect it to the ignition. Now I am debating if this is really worth it. I love these lights but also like having a car that starts.

dmiotti · 01-24-2013, 10:10 AM

I think I decided what to do about the battery drain problem. I will connect them to the ignition and have a switch that will connect them directly to the battery in case I need them for hazard lights. A PITA!!!!

LnLSS · 01-24-2013, 10:34 AM

CTEK charger will solve all you problems if you plan on not using your car everyday.

ZombieEatsYou · 01-24-2013, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by dmiotti

I have had these lights since May 2012. No water leaks or burnt out LEDs. I thought I was one of the lucky ones but came home today and the rear lights were barely flashing and the battery was dead after 2 weeks in the garage. I called Todd and he said that each of the 4 lights have a microprocessor that draws 900ma. He mentioned that after the battery goes down to about 9-10 volts, the lights go into show mode (hence the reason the lights go on as the battery is draining). There is no fix except to use a switch on the pink wire to the battery to cut power off or to connect it to the ignition. Now I am debating if this is really worth it. I love these lights but also like having a car that starts.

Mine sat for 8 days and started fine. So it appears the cutoff is between 9 and 14 days?

DuskSS · 01-24-2013, 02:26 PM

argh.. I really wanted these too..
oh well are there any other alternatives for an LED tail with sequential?
that was one of the things I loved on the 13 Stang.
Guess if not I'll just go with afterburners for now.

BADMAB · 01-24-2013, 04:10 PM

No good ones honestly. If you drive your car every day you wouldn't have to worry about it though. And if you don't it would be simple to put a switch in your trunk.

beany323 · 01-24-2013, 05:08 PM

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Originally Posted by BADMAB

No good ones honestly. If you drive your car every day you wouldn't have to worry about it though. And if you don't it would be simple to put a switch in your trunk.

or the mfg could actually fix the damn thing.

or thats asking to much i suppose for a 400 dollar items.

DuskSS · 01-24-2013, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by BADMAB

No good ones honestly. If you drive your car every day you wouldn't have to worry about it though. And if you don't it would be simple to put a switch in your trunk.

Mines a daily driver.
But there also seems to be many other issues than the power drain being.reported.

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SSAINT · 02-01-2013, 12:31 AM

Dont know if its worth posting but I just found this thread. I installed the lights in early spring and about a month and a half or so ago found the battery dead. I kinda assumed it was the lights but wasnt sure. I jumped it and it sat for another two weeks. Came out to the garage and saw the light show. Side markers and halos were on too and the car died while i was standing there. Have it on a charger now. Got the open and close window message on the display. Tried opening and closing it numerous times and the message stays. Now when I open and shut the door, the window does not close completely, stays open about a 1/4 inch until i close it. Off to the dealer I guess. FWIW, I have a convertible with the 6M.

SSMOKN · 02-01-2013, 08:36 AM

I keep mine on a trickle charger and its been fine since. I'll figure something out in the spring to damn cold out there now!

Wantconvertible · 02-01-2013, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by SSMOKN

I keep mine on a trickle charger and its been fine since. I'll figure something out in the spring to damn cold out there now!

Same here ,just bumped into this tread ,now i know I'm not crazy i felt it was those lights ,there coming off

01-24-2013, 02:26 PM	#218
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01-24-2013, 09:55 AM	#214
dmiotti Drives: 2012 2LT RS Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 13	I have had these lights since May 2012. No water leaks or burnt out LEDs. I thought I was one of the lucky ones but came home today and the rear lights were barely flashing and the battery was dead after 2 weeks in the garage. I called Todd and he said that each of the 4 lights have a microprocessor that draws 900ma. He mentioned that after the battery goes down to about 9-10 volts, the lights go into show mode (hence the reason the lights go on as the battery is draining). There is no fix except to use a switch on the pink wire to the battery to cut power off or to connect it to the ignition. Now I am debating if this is really worth it. I love these lights but also like having a car that starts.

01-24-2013, 10:10 AM	#215
dmiotti Drives: 2012 2LT RS Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Illinois Posts: 13	I think I decided what to do about the battery drain problem. I will connect them to the ignition and have a switch that will connect them directly to the battery in case I need them for hazard lights. A PITA!!!!

01-24-2013, 10:34 AM	#216
LnLSS Mid-Florida Camaro Club Drives: 2015 Red Hot ZL1 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Orlando Fla Posts: 2,582 View My Garage	CTEK charger will solve all you problems if you plan on not using your car everyday.

01-24-2013, 04:10 PM	#219
BADMAB Account Suspended Drives: Camaro Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Burlington, NC Posts: 249	No good ones honestly. If you drive your car every day you wouldn't have to worry about it though. And if you don't it would be simple to put a switch in your trunk.

02-01-2013, 12:31 AM	#222
SSAINT Drives: "11 2SS/RS VR vert BG/BG SW stripes Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Northern NJ Posts: 385	Dont know if its worth posting but I just found this thread. I installed the lights in early spring and about a month and a half or so ago found the battery dead. I kinda assumed it was the lights but wasnt sure. I jumped it and it sat for another two weeks. Came out to the garage and saw the light show. Side markers and halos were on too and the car died while i was standing there. Have it on a charger now. Got the open and close window message on the display. Tried opening and closing it numerous times and the message stays. Now when I open and shut the door, the window does not close completely, stays open about a 1/4 inch until i close it. Off to the dealer I guess. FWIW, I have a convertible with the 6M.

02-01-2013, 08:36 AM	#223
SSMOKN Coupe Drives: Camaro,955I Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 369 View My Garage	I keep mine on a trickle charger and its been fine since. I'll figure something out in the spring to damn cold out there now!