LED Number Plate Lights

[jumpman]

I can totally agree with providing personal info if the intent was to confirm the legitimate transaction. Had ECS just mentioned that for pure identity confirmation then I'd be happy to offer it. But to say it was to allow them to code the lights for use to avoid error just didnt make sense.

[markwid]

I have the R-Dash ones listed above from ebay.

These are "error free" when connected. Just make sure you push the connectors together very well. I am running these on my 2010 Golf R. They are very bright but i dont mind them. They actually help with me utilising the RVC as they provide additional light when reversing at night. Easy install too.

Sold on the additional light when reversing. Ordered one from ebay.

[CrimDub]

These are the LEDs I used, no error, under $20 for the set.... Winning

[DDTW]

These are the LEDs I used, no error, under $20 for the set.... Winning

Got a link?

[sharkablue]

Its a real shame the OEM LED plate lights need to have a updated Canbus controller or whatever they call it to work.

I hate the aftermarket ones I have seen so far because they are all WAY too bright and make the car look so riced up.

Has anyone had any luck with getting LED Plate lights that are similar brightness to the OEM ones?

[CrimDub]

yer mate sorry i missed your post the first time you asked
w5w 194 5050 SMD canbus no error LED | eBay
In the wagon it is a T10/194/w5w or what ever. I think from what I know, some other models use the festoon bulb.

[sharkablue]

Those bulbs you got don't look overly bright at all. I'm thinking or the $20 I'll give them a go. Was the installation quite painless? They don't look as 'complete' as the OEM VW Ones.

If you could post your thoughts on the installation it would be great.

[DDTW]

I've taken the plunge and ordered OEM ones from VW Burwin for $90 each. Exxy, I know. Hopefully the warning light doesn't show up!

[CrimDub]

@sharkablue
Took me 2 mins, I have done all the interior, the parkers and plate lights. I reckon that the plate lights were the easiest. Just use a flat head screwdriver(with something between driver and paint so you don't scratch it) pry out the casing, take off the plastic enclosure, replace the bulb with the LED, chuck it all back in and hey presto

[orkers]

yer mate sorry i missed your post the first time you asked
w5w 194 5050 SMD canbus no error LED | eBay
In the wagon it is a T10/194/w5w or what ever. I think from what I know, some other models use the festoon bulb.

Just tried fitting these to my Golf R but got the "check number plate lighting" message and the warning light. Bummer, as they look pretty good. Oh well, worth a try.