Anyone running leds for instrument lighting?

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Anyone running leds for instrument lighting?

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Hi I'm thinking about switching my dash lights to leds for a more custom look in my 72' F100. Has anyone tried this? Or at least know the factory bulb numbers that I can cross reference to find the right leds for my dash? Thanks, Brandon
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If you figure it out post pics, part numbers, and descriptions.
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When I was in Autozone, they had LED replacement bulbs that were direct plug-in replacements for the 194's that are used in the 72 panels. It said 12v... the only thing I noticed is they were "amber".

They were a bit pricy, comparatively, but would those not work? I wondered when I saw them.

Check these out...
http://autolumination.com/194.htm

They also have 194 bulbs in colors and in Xenon "super-white" incandescent that look pretty cool.
http://autolumination.com/festoon_before_after.htm
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Thanks guys, those xenon's are pretty slick...here is the link I just used, a lot better on pricing, but shipping is 5.00 so buy a bunch for the whole truck. I'll post pics and info as soon as I get them installed, thanks for the help!


LEDS - http://www.superbrightleds.com/cgi-bin/ ... 12&next=50
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