Calling all xD owners need some input

Toy_xbox · Posted: 12/12/08 1:19PM Post subject: Calling all xD owners need some input

For those that know of my Gen 1 xB know that I ROCK the Varad Vision LED lighting on my xB and promote for them with my "Toy xBox" Scion.

Well I am happy to announce that Varad Vision is looking for feedback on producing full replacement pieces for the Scion xD. You know the look here is my photochop of what we talked about something that those high-end Euro cars are sporting now….

So all you xD owners here is your chance to work with Varad Vision and get some direct replacement pieces designed for your Scion xD.

marcus21 · Joined: 01 Jul 2008 Posts: 13

sickkk id buy them in a heart beat :) if they get made

Hokie-xD · Joined: 04 Jul 2008 Posts: 23 Location: Blue Ridge Mtns, VA

Nice look! Could those be set up as daytime running lights with automatic on and off--no switches or buttons to turn them on or off?

Saw a new Audi with led drls and REALLY liked the look. Would definately consider these.

theboxman · Joined: 08 Apr 2006 Posts: 53 Location: carson city nv

very nice. much better then the current fog LEDs.

Toy_xbox · Posted: 12/12/08 3:40PM Post subject:

Hokie-xD wrote: Nice look! Could those be set up as daytime running lights with automatic on and off--no switches or buttons to turn them on or off?

Saw a new Audi with led drls and REALLY liked the look. Would definately consider these.

Yes that is the main idea however not sure if the kit would include anything to setup a vehicle that does not have a daytime running light circuit. But that is what Varad is looking to hear from you guys so they can provide the best solution and product.

marcus21 · Joined: 01 Jul 2008 Posts: 13

hm, well blah im just thankful another company is taking intrest to help us out :)

Hokie-xD · Joined: 04 Jul 2008 Posts: 23 Location: Blue Ridge Mtns, VA

toy xbox,

Being able to have these wired so they operate automatically would be key for me.

What type of circuitry does it take for drls?

What would be the downside of having these wired through the ignition so that they are on all the time?

Are there any state-by-state legal issues with accessory lights on the front of a car?

lostxD · Joined: 15 Aug 2008 Posts: 126

watching

Toy_xbox · Posted: 12/12/08 6:50PM Post subject:

Hokie-xD wrote: toy xbox,

Being able to have these wired so they operate automatically would be key for me.

Yeah they almost need to be daytime running lights and again I think that is the goal Varad has in mind

Hokie-xD wrote: What type of circuitry does it take for drls?

Actually all you need is an ignition source to trigger a relay and much like all the Varad product the LED kits come with a power supply and/or controller

Hokie-xD wrote: What would be the downside of having these wired through the ignition so that they are on all the time?

No downside just IMO I would still like a manual override just for those times when anything that may draw the attention of the PO PO… :wink:

Hokie-xD wrote: Are there any state-by-state legal issues with accessory lights on the front of a car?

To my knowledge there is no current law in CA about daytime running lights as long as they are white and any additional visible lighting on the front you your car has to be either amber or white in color…. However I am sure there are others on here that know there state laws better then I do and I almost sure Varad has looked into it and I can find out more from them…

Keep it coming great feedback :clap:

Zefoxe · Joined: 29 Mar 2008 Posts: 613

It looks nice, I would be happy if you could implement this on the DAMD kit somehow

Zed · Joined: 01 Sep 2008 Posts: 36 Location: Exton, PA

are they bright enough to be fog lights? or am i just missing the boat entirely? cuz if they could be used a fog lights i'ld buy em. if not, i'll still consider them, but a bit further down the line.

TRDxD · Joined: 12 Nov 2007 Posts: 341 Location: South Pasadena, CA

ive seen these before and theyre not bright enough to be fogs, theyre more for show, but they do look great for it!! how much would they be?

ChelsDS · Joined: 21 Aug 2007 Posts: 2461 Location: SoCal

Don't look that good honestly. I'm still waiting for functional fog lights, not show lights.

I thought Varad was going out of business anyways.

TRDxD · Joined: 12 Nov 2007 Posts: 341 Location: South Pasadena, CA

yeah...i think we're all waiting for something functional...when the hell is Toyota going to take the hint and release fogs -_-

ChelsDS · Joined: 21 Aug 2007 Posts: 2461 Location: SoCal

Not to threadjack or anything, but I'm done modding my car. The money could be better spent on other more important things lol.

However, if a good set of actual foglights come out (not LED or what TRD Sparks offers), that would be my next purchase most likely.

lostxD · Joined: 15 Aug 2008 Posts: 126

looooooooooks good to me

you think these can function as drl's?

Toy_xbox · Posted: 12/15/08 6:20PM Post subject:

Just got a update from Varad and they appreciate all the feedback and are moving forward with R&D on the product. I know the main focus was on the xB2 so let em know all you xD owners that you are interested just as much as the xB2 peeps :wink:

Key points are that it will be a DRL style system quality in fit, finish and visual impact are the goals.

Pricing is still a concern and IMO is going to be based on how complete the kit is. If it is a true replacement piece with a relay, harness and a manual override switch or just the lighting unit with universal connection.

So let em know if it is important to be a complete package or just the replacement piece with instructions on how to to install...

and thanks again for the feedback

TRDxD · Joined: 12 Nov 2007 Posts: 341 Location: South Pasadena, CA

well a harness would be very helpful...considering the xD has absolutely no accessory harness for fogs...(unless im COMPLETELY mistaken but after a lot of snooping around, i havent found it)

Mynam3isazia · Joined: 06 May 2008 Posts: 50 Location: san gabriel ca

TRD already made a foglight here check it
http://www.trdsparks.com/displayparts.php?Mdl_dtl=629&Part_cat=24&parts_id=2297
but it cost too much for me you know
these do look nice but is a lil over the top for me
you what I'm looking for is a halo ring around my low beam :love:

Runawayrogue · Joined: 02 Mar 2006 Posts: 490 Location: Portland, OR

Yes, trdsparks has a pretty nice foglight kit that includes all the necessary parts...

As far as this LED kit I'm sitting on the fence. On one hand it would be nice to have DRLs, but on the other hand I'm leary about how this will look... I'm more into the VIP look than the blinged look, so I would have to see it on a car to actually judge...