HOW TO: Disable Day Time Running Lights (DRL) - Page 2

Talon_66 · July 12th, 2007, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Lazarus

How much is this module? Where is it available?

Contact Drew on the other Eclipse site. He can make them up.

And no I have not lost any functions.

kjh_style · September 20th, 2007, 04:04 PM

how did you guys take that red box off?

i have tried but it was so tight that i coudln't open it.

is there any tips for taking it off?

Slippercream · September 22nd, 2007, 02:59 AM

Just for kicks, anyone ever measure the voltage that passes through when that pin is hot?

That might be something that's actually worth a shit to me, since I really still think this DRL discussion is purely... sorry... unnecessary

GT Joe · October 19th, 2007, 06:39 PM

whats the other eclipse site? just tell him to join this site and he can make alotta $

Talon_66 · October 20th, 2007, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by GT Joe

whats the other eclipse site? just tell him to join this site and he can make alotta $

who r u talking too?

texas4g · October 20th, 2007, 07:42 PM

I found one on Ebay for $169. How much did u pay for your module (Talon 66)?

Talon_66 · October 21st, 2007, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by texas4g

I found one on Ebay for $169. How much did u pay for your module (Talon 66)?

I think it was $70

Dan6g75 · October 22nd, 2007, 03:50 PM

do you have to disable the DRLs if you want to install HIDs? or is it safe to keep the HIDs on at all times?

Slippercream · October 22nd, 2007, 08:36 PM

I wouldn't necessarily say so. Though I'm getting that most people on here rely on the stock low beam 12V hot wires for switched power. I hope to Gottlieb no one's stupid enough to use this for 12V constant!

There are other ways to power HIDs. Constant direct from the battery and switched from park is where I have mine wired up

There, I done said it.

lil`Wolf · November 2nd, 2007, 07:36 PM

Just couriouse why would you want to do that?

Slippercream · November 3rd, 2007, 04:23 PM

Do what?

You asking me, or?

lil`Wolf · November 3rd, 2007, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Slippercream

Do what?

You asking me, or?

Anywho who would want to disable there "DRL", i just want to know how that would benifit you.

Slippercream · November 4th, 2007, 06:12 AM

I see...

Well, let's hear it from others who've done it. Personally I really prefer not to mess with it, since 12v constant power for HID ballasts really shouldn't come from the fusebox. They need more reliable sourced power for that, especially considering when you flip from low to high, you lose power right there.

I prefer direct sourced power, and switched power from a source that's ALWAYS hot... like park. It may not be the coolest thing to use a different switch, but I'd use the foglight for easy access, and use the headlight toggle for high solely for switching beams.

I really don't think disabling the DRL function of the car is necessary. I really don't know why it was an issue to begin with, if sourcing for power was done correctly! (Then again, most people really can't tell "correct" from "what I read on the boards...")

GT Joe · November 5th, 2007, 10:34 PM

thanks 4 the info but i have an 07 GT and your red box is black on my car. so i dont know if the prongs are the same 1s. can sum1 help or should i just fork out the little $ it would cost to buy 1 from Brian J?

Talon_66 · November 5th, 2007, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by GT Joe

thanks 4 the info but i have an 07 GT and your red box is black on my car. so i dont know if the prongs are the same 1s. can sum1 help or should i just fork out the little $ it would cost to buy 1 from Brian J?

bend it over, give it a shot.
It wont brake.

I didnt know BrianJ sold modified control modules...

GT Joe · November 6th, 2007, 12:51 AM

yeah, they arent that expensive and u get full control of your fog lights too. then u can ride w/ ur fog lights and park lights only. even if i bend it i still wont have fog w/ parks. guess im gettin the 1 from brianj.

Talon_66 · November 6th, 2007, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by GT Joe

yeah, they arent that expensive and u get full control of your fog lights too. then u can ride w/ ur fog lights and park lights only. even if i bend it i still wont have fog w/ parks. guess im gettin the 1 from brianj.

Oh you mean so you can do something like.... say this?

Hahaha I have the control module but I got it from a different member. Hence the question.

GT Joe · November 6th, 2007, 05:42 PM

yeah, who did u get yours from and how much?

Talon_66 · November 6th, 2007, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by GT Joe

October 19th, 2007, 06:39 PM	#44 (permalink)
GT Joe Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Vehicle: 2007/Eclipse/GT Posts: 551 Rep Power: 2	whats the other eclipse site? just tell him to join this site and he can make alotta $ __________________ *GT JOE*

October 22nd, 2007, 03:50 PM	#48 (permalink)
Dan6g75 Paddle racer Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: SoFla Posts: 118 Rep Power: 2	do you have to disable the DRLs if you want to install HIDs? or is it safe to keep the HIDs on at all times? __________________

November 2nd, 2007, 07:36 PM	#50 (permalink)
lil`Wolf ♥♣J-Hu$tle♣♠ Tournaments Won: 2 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Clinton Township, MI Vehicle: 84 Fiero 02 TrailBlazer Posts: 2,671 Rep Power: 51	Just couriouse why would you want to do that? __________________

November 5th, 2007, 10:34 PM	#54 (permalink)
GT Joe Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Vehicle: 2007/Eclipse/GT Posts: 551 Rep Power: 2	thanks 4 the info but i have an 07 GT and your red box is black on my car. so i dont know if the prongs are the same 1s. can sum1 help or should i just fork out the little $ it would cost to buy 1 from Brian J? __________________ *GT JOE*

November 6th, 2007, 12:51 AM	#56 (permalink)
GT Joe Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Vehicle: 2007/Eclipse/GT Posts: 551 Rep Power: 2	yeah, they arent that expensive and u get full control of your fog lights too. then u can ride w/ ur fog lights and park lights only. even if i bend it i still wont have fog w/ parks. guess im gettin the 1 from brianj. __________________ *GT JOE*

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HOW TO: Disable Day Time Running Lights (DRL)

September 20th, 2007, 04:04 PM	#42 (permalink)
kjh_style Member Join Date: May 2007 Vehicle: 2006/Eclipse/GS Posts: 59 Rep Power: 2	how did you guys take that red box off? i have tried but it was so tight that i coudln't open it. is there any tips for taking it off?

September 22nd, 2007, 02:59 AM	#43 (permalink)
Slippercream AWOL, but still HDL-ing ! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Between Austin, Houston, and Hell on Earth Vehicle: 06 6MT GT-PP, 01 5MT GT-T Posts: 6,356 Rep Power: 16	Just for kicks, anyone ever measure the voltage that passes through when that pin is hot? That might be something that's actually worth a shit to me, since I really still think this DRL discussion is purely... sorry... unnecessary

October 20th, 2007, 07:42 PM	#46 (permalink)
texas4g Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Fort Worth Vehicle: 06GT and 06H3 Posts: 437 Rep Power: 2	I found one on Ebay for $169. How much did u pay for your module (Talon 66)?

October 22nd, 2007, 08:36 PM	#49 (permalink)
Slippercream AWOL, but still HDL-ing ! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Between Austin, Houston, and Hell on Earth Vehicle: 06 6MT GT-PP, 01 5MT GT-T Posts: 6,356 Rep Power: 16	I wouldn't necessarily say so. Though I'm getting that most people on here rely on the stock low beam 12V hot wires for switched power. I hope to Gottlieb no one's stupid enough to use this for 12V constant! There are other ways to power HIDs. Constant direct from the battery and switched from park is where I have mine wired up There, I done said it.

November 3rd, 2007, 04:23 PM	#51 (permalink)
Slippercream AWOL, but still HDL-ing ! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Between Austin, Houston, and Hell on Earth Vehicle: 06 6MT GT-PP, 01 5MT GT-T Posts: 6,356 Rep Power: 16	Do what? You asking me, or?

November 4th, 2007, 06:12 AM	#53 (permalink)
Slippercream AWOL, but still HDL-ing ! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Between Austin, Houston, and Hell on Earth Vehicle: 06 6MT GT-PP, 01 5MT GT-T Posts: 6,356 Rep Power: 16	I see... Well, let's hear it from others who've done it. Personally I really prefer not to mess with it, since 12v constant power for HID ballasts really shouldn't come from the fusebox. They need more reliable sourced power for that, especially considering when you flip from low to high, you lose power right there. I prefer direct sourced power, and switched power from a source that's ALWAYS hot... like park. It may not be the coolest thing to use a different switch, but I'd use the foglight for easy access, and use the headlight toggle for high solely for switching beams. I really don't think disabling the DRL function of the car is necessary. I really don't know why it was an issue to begin with, if sourcing for power was done correctly! (Then again, most people really can't tell "correct" from "what I read on the boards...")

November 6th, 2007, 05:42 PM	#58 (permalink)
GT Joe Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Jacksonville, Fl Vehicle: 2007/Eclipse/GT Posts: 551 Rep Power: 2	yeah, who did u get yours from and how much? __________________ *GT JOE*