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Old Sep 29, 2005 | 08:36 PM
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Phil - or anyone else that can help out. I have had everything all hooked up and looking good for about 3 weeks. 2 cathodes in front, 2 in back, and 4 LEDs in the cupholders. I have them hooked into the add-a-circuit and the add-a-circuit plugged into the tail light fuse. Problem is - I'm sick of having to have my headlights or parking lights on when i want the cathodes on ((i have my radar detector plugged into it to, and i don't like driving around all day with my LED parking lights and license plate lights on because why burn them out early?)). What fuse are you guys using. I want one that won't stay on when the keys are out of the ignition, but is getting a constant 12v source when the keys are in, but one where i don't have to have my lights on to have it work. AHH! lol let me know. thanks guys.
Old Sep 29, 2005 | 09:26 PM
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You can experiment. That's how I figured it out... And if I remember correctly, this is the slot you can use:

Old Sep 30, 2005 | 03:15 AM
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I would experiment, but it took 15 minutes just to get the damn fuse out. they are such a pain in the ___. I think that's the tail light fuse anyways...or the tail light fuse is the 10 amp across from that one. anyone else know for sure. thanks phil for the reply
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There's plenty of empty slots that work for what you're trying to do.

You do not have to remove any fuses...
Old Sep 30, 2005 | 03:34 AM
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hmm...didn't really think about that considering the write up i followed used the tail lights fuse. I'll try it this weekend. thanks
Old Oct 1, 2005 | 04:41 PM
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Oznim_com...quick question.....which would u say is brighter on your site....the CC or the LED 12in kit.....im interested in both but love the price of the CC....and input would be appreciated...thanks......
Old Oct 1, 2005 | 04:53 PM
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I just ordered the red dual cathode kit, can't wait to install it... thanks for all the info in this thread!
Old Oct 1, 2005 | 06:36 PM
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The cathode is brighter. The 12 inch LED meteor kit has patterns.

The cathode shines a bright light in all directions.
Old Oct 1, 2005 | 07:18 PM
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alright thanks oznium looks like CC is way imma go and i will definately be gettin them from you....thanks for the info
Old Oct 4, 2005 | 04:47 AM
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Oznium, could i instead of getting a "add a circuit" could i crimp a spade terminal onto the wire and put it in the 3 amp fuse? If so what kind of size spade terminal do i need? would it be the same size as the spade terminals for the rocker switch?

oh yea, could you link me some of the terminals off of radioshack?
Old Oct 4, 2005 | 04:53 AM
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Yea that'd work. Do you need me to send you some?
Old Oct 4, 2005 | 06:27 AM
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how much would it cost? check you pm.
Old Oct 10, 2005 | 08:55 PM
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hey oznium,

I'd recieved your cathode kit on Saturday and installed them today (Monday). It was pretty easy to install. I had hope that the orange creams would have been a bit more orange. Also it doesnt seem that they are as bright as in the pictures that I have seen on your website. I didn't extend the wires from the cathodes. When are you going to come out with a cathode kit more on the orange/amber side?

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binhbinh, I agree with you. I wish they were more orange.

I'm working on a real orange color, and I do not know when it will be ready.
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i was wodnering if i couldn't get my driver side kick panel out what are some other grounding points i can use?
Old Oct 11, 2005 | 07:13 PM
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Maybe there's some good ones under the dash. Certainly in the engine bay there are some grounding points too.
Old Oct 11, 2005 | 07:38 PM
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I tapped the wires going to the door switches for ground, so the CCs go on when the door opens...

Driver side was easy, black w/red stripe in the kick panel. Paseenger side, not so easy, had to chase it back half-way.

There's some switching circuitry involved with the door switches as well (I assume its prep for the security system). So when the the Driver's door is open, all the lines are grouneded, when any other door is open, all but the driver's switch are grounded.
Old Oct 12, 2005 | 03:38 AM
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a lot more inexpensive than the $100 Randode kit
Old Oct 12, 2005 | 03:44 AM
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Yes it is but doesn't come plug and play. You've got to have some knowledge about electronics, and a few skills to install the Oznium cathodes.

Seems like there is a good market for both.
Old Oct 12, 2005 | 03:58 AM
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Great doing business with you Phill, I think the blaze kit should come in tomorrow, I plan on ordering several (like 6 I think) Cold Cathode kits from you once I get a little more cash.

Seeing this thread has convinced me to buy the Cold Cathodes, so you'll hear from me soon!



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