On Wed, 21 Jan 2004, JOHN WESTENBERG wrote:

> I would also like to replace
> exterior incandescents with LEDs, but again can find nothing but a
> flashing break light (I would like something more subtle).

I know of a few places they're available, but you'll probably be
disappointed with the results if you use a simple plug-in solution.  LEDs
are very directional, and the lenses in the stock brake lights are
designed with the idea of an omnidirectional filament bulb.  You'll
probably end up with a bright spot in the center, instead of the whole
panel lighting up.  I think some people have fabbed up circuit boards full
of LEDs that filled the whole brake light area, with good results.

David Brodbeck, N8SRE
'82 Volkswagen Diesel Westfalia
'86 Volvo 240DL wagon