DIY photo guide for dashboard ABL

[2010Inferno]

my car does not have the plug on the drivers side....can i still do the mod another way

[mrambo4]

Just FYI!!
Obsolete Part

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No direct substitutes that match form, fit and function are available at this time. However, we may be able to suggest alternatives based on your specific application. Please contact our Technical Department at 1-800-344-4539 or email us at Techs@digikey.com if you need further assistance.

[heinzd01]

Originally Posted by mrambo4

Just FYI!!
Obsolete Part

For further information on pricing, stock status or available data sheets, please click on the part number link(s) below.

Obsolete PartManufacturer Part NumberDigi-Key Part NumberDescriptionManufacturerLead ContentRoHS Status2058296-1A99861-NDLIGHT PIPE 5MM 1150MM LENGTHTYCO ELECTRONICS AMPLead freeRoHS Compliant
Possible SubstitutesManufacturer Part NumberDigi-Key Part NumberDescriptionManufacturerLead ContentRoHS Status

No direct substitutes that match form, fit and function are available at this time. However, we may be able to suggest alternatives based on your specific application. Please contact our Technical Department at 1-800-344-4539 or email us at Techs@digikey.com if you need further assistance.

UPS just delivered my digi-key parts A99861-ND today.

[calinkaos]

Has anyone tried putting a light tube on the bottom of the door panel? can the light tube bend that easily?

has anyone place two LEDs on the same light tube, on both sides? does this make it brighter? I am considering splicing the wires and setting up two on the stock light tube and see if it makes it brighter. has anyone tried this? is there enough voltage there to light up two bulbs?

[skuttduck]

Originally Posted by calinkaos

Has anyone tried putting a light tube on the bottom of the door panel? can the light tube bend that easily?

has anyone place two LEDs on the same light tube, on both sides? does this make it brighter? I am considering splicing the wires and setting up two on the stock light tube and see if it makes it brighter. has anyone tried this? is there enough voltage there to light up two bulbs?

You have way more than enough wattage. I ran eight LED's off of the ambient light hookup behind the dash when I first got the camaro.

As for two lights on the light tube. Yes that has been done. It helps if you do it across the dash. I have just one LED, and it looks fine for me.

You might be able to do a light tube in the bottom of the door, but you'll have to figure out how to mount it, and also sand the trim.

[Kendell347]

Originally Posted by 2010Inferno

my car does not have the plug on the drivers side....can i still do the mod another way

Same here....does anyone know if it's hidden someplace?

[dirtydogg]

Originally Posted by mrambo4

Just FYI!!
Obsolete Part

For further information on pricing, stock status or available data sheets, please click on the part number link(s) below.

Obsolete PartManufacturer Part NumberDigi-Key Part NumberDescriptionManufacturerLead ContentRoHS Status2058296-1A99861-NDLIGHT PIPE 5MM 1150MM LENGTHTYCO ELECTRONICS AMPLead freeRoHS Compliant
Possible SubstitutesManufacturer Part NumberDigi-Key Part NumberDescriptionManufacturerLead ContentRoHS Status

No direct substitutes that match form, fit and function are available at this time. However, we may be able to suggest alternatives based on your specific application. Please contact our Technical Department at 1-800-344-4539 or email us at Techs@digikey.com if you need further assistance.

yeah i got this same email the other day good thing i had already received mine and i bought 3 just in case i "f it up

[skuttduck]

Originally Posted by Kendell347

Same here....does anyone know if it's hidden someplace?

This is going to be a real pain, but I'm going to see if I can locate the proper wire on the x9 connector. The other option is you can take a couple t taps off of a purple and black wire underneath your kick panel, as those usually go to the ambient light in the doors.

The X9 connector is the huge mass of wires under the steering wheel and to the right.

I tested the 3 purple wires on the connector, and either I'm touching the wrong wires, or the ambient light source comes from another location.

There is a purple wire in the "natural" "black" (I think) and "Pink" connectors. They all appeared to have a 12 volt constant on with no key in the ignition. So I didn't find it. Maybe one of the guys with the service manual can help.

[Kendell347]

Thanks Skuttduck, I'll have to see what I can find once things warm up a bit here in the North East.

[Balorr]

Originally Posted by mrambo4

Just FYI!!
Obsolete Part

For further information on pricing, stock status or available data sheets, please click on the part number link(s) below.

Obsolete PartManufacturer Part NumberDigi-Key Part NumberDescriptionManufacturerLead ContentRoHS Status2058296-1A99861-NDLIGHT PIPE 5MM 1150MM LENGTHTYCO ELECTRONICS AMPLead freeRoHS Compliant
Possible SubstitutesManufacturer Part NumberDigi-Key Part NumberDescriptionManufacturerLead ContentRoHS Status

No direct substitutes that match form, fit and function are available at this time. However, we may be able to suggest alternatives based on your specific application. Please contact our Technical Department at 1-800-344-4539 or email us at Techs@digikey.com if you need further assistance.

I have come across a suitable replacement for this part..

http://www.fiberopticproducts.com/Sideglow.htm

same as the digi part only more flexable, same price, but for 6ft of it in case you want to do your doors.

It's coming in this week, so I'll post pics once I have it installed.

[13lade]

Originally Posted by Balorr

I have come across a suitable replacement for this part..

http://www.fiberopticproducts.com/Sideglow.htm

same as the digi part only more flexable, same price, but for 6ft of it in case you want to do your doors.

It's coming in this week, so I'll post pics once I have it installed.

Thanks for posting this! I am looking forward to doing this mod... and looking forward to seeing your install pics!

[TonyNo]

Hmm. Interesting note on the sideglow page...

Sideglow Cable will not light up with standard lighting, it is recommended to use at least 100 Watts Halogen or BETTER.

[13lade]

Originally Posted by TonyNo

Hmm. Interesting note on the sideglow page...

Yea, that's a bummer... I wonder what type of lumens is expected from the 100W halogen and can be had with the GM LED. Looking forward to hearing what Balorr finds out.

[13lade]

Originally Posted by dirtydogg

yeah i got this same email the other day good thing i had already received mine and i bought 3 just in case i "f it up

dirtydogg,

If you have an extra digikey lightrod or two, I'd be happy to buy it off you if you've already done your mod.