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> Delayed Dome Dimming, Possible kits available if there is interest!
post Apr 17, 2013 - 2:09 PM
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Hey guys,

I have been working on getting the dome lights to slowly fade like on new cars. I got a design that I am happy with and I wondered if others might want the same thing. The basic idea is that dome light would be modified to hold the controller and the bulb replaced with leds. I'm also thinking that I would want expansion ports so that I can add led strips under the dash, and in the rear.

I could offer my services to modify your dome or even charge like a core fee and get some spares from the junkyard. I could just sell the controller too if people would rather that.

If you are interested let me know and I will get some pricing and samples.

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post Apr 17, 2013 - 2:48 PM
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I'm definitely interested. The expansion ports sound like a nice touch. How much would just the controller cost?


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post Apr 17, 2013 - 3:09 PM
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Sounds interesting.
post Apr 17, 2013 - 5:00 PM
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QUOTE (richee3 @ Apr 17, 2013 - 2:48 PM) *
I'm definitely interested. The expansion ports sound like a nice touch. How much would just the controller cost?


Right now, building one by hand costs about $10-15 in parts but takes a while to build. I hope to be able to sell just the controller for $15-20.
post Apr 17, 2013 - 7:29 PM
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TOYOTA MADE ONE OF THESE! Well, for the foot well and ignition ring anyway tongue.gif I was trying to bid on this one, but it is rare and hence expensive frown.gif

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/271177579044?ss...984.m1423.l2649

Edit: But yours sounds like a good alternative... I'll keep updated smile.gif

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post Apr 19, 2013 - 3:02 PM
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Since you are going to be selling these, there's no chance for you to share the circuit I presume? smile.gif


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post Apr 19, 2013 - 5:35 PM
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I use the feature on my Viper alarms... press unlock, it makes it think my door is ajar (hence turning on the lights) for 30 seconds or another condition is met. Doesn't "dim" like the new cars but it works.


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post Apr 20, 2013 - 5:19 AM
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post Apr 20, 2013 - 3:30 PM
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QUOTE (The_enD @ Apr 19, 2013 - 4:02 PM) *
Since you are going to be selling these, there's no chance for you to share the circuit I presume? smile.gif



I'd rather not share the circuit as it will be my own design. I also plan on making custom boards so I'm not sure it would help much anyway. There are already similar circuit designs online if you would like to make your own.
post Apr 20, 2013 - 5:12 PM
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I also would be interested.
post Apr 20, 2013 - 8:57 PM
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I'm definitely interested as long as it comes with a quick how-to lol

Let me know how much for the controller when you get round to it and preferably how difficult it is to install.


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post Apr 25, 2013 - 10:31 PM
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QUOTE (JoshuaM @ Apr 17, 2013 - 7:29 PM) *
TOYOTA MADE ONE OF THESE! Well, for the foot well and ignition ring anyway tongue.gif I was trying to bid on this one, but it is rare and hence expensive frown.gif

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/271177579044?ss...984.m1423.l2649

Edit: But yours sounds like a good alternative... I'll keep updated smile.gif


Yes toyota did do this, my 1991 MR2 had dimming key ring on the door handles, ignition, and dome light


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