Fusion Amber as Running/Turn Lights

[bullfrog4ever]

Thinking of getting Fusion 180 in Amber and mounting them on my tow mirrors as a running/turn signal light (since GM decided not to put them on). I know I need diodes and resistors to get it to function properly. What I need to know is, will the regular fusion run properly being dimmed and then run as turn signal. Or should I use a "dummy" fusion? Also, any advice on what size diode and resistor to use?
Thanks!

 

[tsquale]

I don't believe you will need a resistor for them. Was your point of a resistor to avoid the hyperflash? It's my understanding that only occurs when the factory halogen bulbs are removed and replaced with LEDs

 

[Chris W]

I don't believe you will need a resistor for them. Was your point of a resistor to avoid the hyperflash? It's my understanding that only occurs when the factory halogen bulbs are removed and replaced with LEDs

The resistors are to dim the lights down from full brightness for the running lights

 

[tsquale]

The resistors are to dim the lights down from full brightness for the running lights

Why? I thought the Fusion had a low power mode?

 

[bullfrog4ever]

The resistors are to dim the lights down from full brightness for the running lights

Correct. I'm not sure if anyone has used resistors on the regular fusions yet and if it caused any problems or if the "dummy" version may work better for this application.

 

[bullfrog4ever]

Why? I thought the Fusion had a low power mode?

It's the same idea as using resistors and/or diodes in the cannons for turn signals. It also allows the brightness to be fine tuned so I don't blind the shit out of everyone Plus, if I decide to get dual color, it'll allow me to keep the running/turn signal on one mode and the other mode will be open for the other color as warning are alley lighting, depending on what color I choose.

 

[tsquale]

It's the same idea as using resistors and/or diodes in the cannons for turn signals. It also allows the brightness to be fine tuned so I don't blind the shit out of everyone Plus, if I decide to get dual color, it'll allow me to keep the running/turn signal on one mode and the other mode will be open for the other color as warning are alley lighting, depending on what color I choose.

Thank you for explaining it.

 

[bullfrog4ever]

No problem

 

[Jarred J.]

They are only 2 mode do you need 3?

 

[bullfrog4ever]

No I don't need 3 modes, However I'm sure we'd all love tri or quad-mode and tri-color.

If I do go with a dual color, the resistor and diodes will be wired into mode 1. Mode 1 will be set to amber steady. Then the resistor will dim down the light for use as the parking lights. A 2nd signal on the same wire (separated by diodes and bypassing said resistor) will receive the signal to flash from the turn signal. Mode 2 if (if so desired) will either be blue for FD response or white steady for an "alley" type light on the mirror.

I hope the diagram makes sense.

 

[CHIEFOPS]

I'm told Whelen Ions can be programmed to suit your requirements

 

[bullfrog4ever]

True. I do know there's other lights that come out of the box like this. But I'm just curious if the Fusions have any adverse effects when dimming them on steady or if I'd be better off with "dummy" versions for this. I'm liking the 180's for something like this.

 

[Adam 12]

Just wondering if you had an update.

I've been wanting to do the same thing. Using Fusions as side marker light / turn signal on a trailer I just purchased.

 

[bullfrog4ever]

I haven't yet. The lighting funds and time have been depleted for the moment. I would like to get this done soon that the weather is breaking. But all of that will be dependent on funds and time.

 

[allen5565]

Could you use a Sho-Me #11.1005STT flasher for this?