Starting a Conversion for a NYPD Aerodynic - NEW VIDEO !!

[Skulldigger]

I am going to convert my Aerotwin 24 MX to a NYPD Aerodynic. Just not impressed with those X mirrors.. Although I struggle with the MX being a rare bar.....

Anyway, I have the Par holders thanks to another ELB member (Thanks !).. But I do not have the V mirrors yet.. Looking.. (hint hint). I found a post on ELB where SaschaUE did a conversion and has good pics of the insides. I am curious about the Par flasher. Do I need a specific one? and what holds it in place behind the V mirror. Can't see that in the pics.

Any advice, directions and opinions are welcome.

 

[Mars Light]

You can use the V-mirror from a 22I mini Aerodynic.
I have a blank type tag to create the correct NYPD bar.

 

[Skulldigger]

I have a blank type tag to create the correct NYPD bar.

Thanks I will get with you when the time comes for sure !

 

[Skulldigger]

Will V mirrors from a Streethawk fit this? I found some of those for sale pretty cheap.

 

[Mars Light]

In my opinion will not fit.

 

[Stampeed Valkyrie]

Your best bet is what was already said locate some V mirrors from a 22I.
The flasher is a 537 can flasher..

All the holes should already be there so no drilling should be needed. I converted an MX bar to an RMC bar.. with not much difficulty.. I ended up using a V mirror in place of the correct mirror on the bar due to difficulty locating one.

 

[empire5150]

The flasher is held down with a standard "spring style" flasher holder. I have the flasher and flasher holder and 1 V mirror available for sale.

 

[Skulldigger]

I have the flasher and flasher holder and 1 V mirror available for sale.

Cool.. I'm waiting to hear back form someone who has two mirrors, if that doesn't work out I will definitely consider yours. One is better than none.

 

[Tomhae]

I may also have a pair of minty mirrors somewhere.

 

[Skulldigger]

OK.. I have my parts and I have started the conversion. I have the right side of the bar mostly done, except for the rear flasher. After I get it all set up I will break it down, clean it up and run the wires under the panels. But.. This is a great way to show how much better the NY style setup is over the standard 24MX that I have now.

I also have a video to show the difference. It is not the best quality video because of the light (and I forgot to move the chair) but I will do a better one in the light tomorrow. It shows a half NY and a half 24MX.

 

[ERIC6913]

Very nice mister!

 

[801]

Love the video of half and half light bar.

 

[CHIEFOPS]

If you're going for 100% don't forget to change the feet

 

[Skulldigger]

If you're going for 100% don't forget to change the feet

Feet? 8-/

 

[toon80]

The correct feet are the slightly curved tubular mounts with gray rubber pads.

 

[Maxim2Eng]

That is a correct AeroDynic mount offered by FS. It has a lower profile to get the bar closer to the vehicle roof to make the most of the aerodynamic improvements of the bar.

 

[FCV96]

If you're going for 100% don't forget to change the feet

The correct feet are the slightly curved tubular mounts with gray rubber pads.

These, presumably.

 

[Stampeed Valkyrie]

/\ /\ right there.. the older Aerodynic/Twinsonic Tube feet.
The current feet you are using are correct as well... just a newer style..

Either way I can't say I'd care really so long as it has feet if I wanted them.

 

[Skulldigger]

OK.. working on the bar this morning.. About ready to order my bulbs. I have 2 4416's and 2- 4416R in the rotators. I remember seeing on here somewhere that the 4 center bulbs are specific as well. Can't re-find the post. What is the number for the 4 bulbs? Seems they are flood instead of spot. I have one 4411 that looks correct to the pictures.

 

[ex416]

i believe the bulb number is 4414

 

[Skulldigger]

i believe the bulb number is 4414

That's an 18 watt?

 

[ex416]

That's an 18 watt?

yes, the 4414 is 18 watt while the 4411 is 35 watt

 

[Skulldigger]

yes, the 4414 is 18 watt while the 4411 is 35 watt

Well that's good, it will definitely help the power draw in this thing.

 

[CHIEFOPS]

/\ /\ right there.. the older Aerodynic/Twinsonic Tube feet.
The current feet you are using are correct as well... just a newer style..

Not for an NYPD bar

 

[Skulldigger]

OK.. I have all of the parts and I have put it together. Just did a quick video to show it off. It still needs to be taken down and cleaned up and a few tweaks. I also plan to change the tag soon. But I do have the correct feet, bulbs, mirrors ans such. I'm trying to figure out why my flasher is uneven, but everything else works great.

 

[801]

Very nice

 

[tsquale]

I'd guess the flasher is uneven because it looks like you're using a jumpbox for power. If you hooked it up to your truck battery with your truck running, I don't think it would be an issue. Looks like a great bar you have created!

 

[empire5150]

I'd guess the flasher is uneven because it looks like you're using a jumpbox for power. If you hooked it up to your truck battery with your truck running, I don't think it would be an issue. Looks like a great bar you have created!

Agreed! I just PM'd him the exact same thing before I read this..

 

[empire5150]

Just got to flip the rotator bulbs around. its both red then both clear. not the flip flop way it is now.

 

[jph2]

Great job! And, I agree it's much better than the x mirrors as far as effectiveness. It already looks super, but it'll be like NOS when you finish your last little tweaks.

 

[Scoot163]

Very nice as usual! The cool factor is very high!

 

[CHIEFOPS]

Ev

I'd guess the flasher is uneven because it looks like you're using a jumpbox for power. If you hooked it up to your truck battery with your truck running, I don't think it would be an issue. Looks like a great bar you have created!

You'll never have an even flash rate using a 537 flasher, even at high idle. Substitute a Tridon flasher.

 

[ERIC6913]

Turned out great mister!

 

[Maxim2Eng]

Ev


You'll never have an even flash rate using a 537 flasher, even at high idle. Substitute a Tridon flasher.

What he said...537s are notorious for uneven flash rates especially with sealed beams...they are thermal actuated and the higher the amp draw, the worse it can get. Also, they are not exactly precisely engineered or fabricated. Regardless, very nice bar!

 

[Skulldigger]

Ok.. Thanks for all of the advice and for those who sold the the right parts I needed (both ELB and some off site). I have everything adjusted, I replaced the thermal flasher with an electronic one and I am super happy.

Updated Video ! Enjoy !

 

[Scoot163]

SAHWEEET!

 

[FCV96]

Watching that put a smile on my face. Now all you need is a Plymouth Gran Fury or Caprice to put it on.

 

[ccsoe21]

Bar looks great! I just finished making my own out of a 24MX!