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mekdad · 12-03-2008, 10:48 PM

What do you think about a dome light with a low and high setting?Good idea or bad idea?

drivethechevy · 12-03-2008, 11:13 PM

its a neat idea but how practical would it be?

mekdad · 12-03-2008, 11:23 PM

Thats why I am asking.

STOCKISH · 12-03-2008, 11:29 PM

I say go for it. You could use the low setting as your "romantic" lighting when you are out with the other half, and the high setting for looking at your "truck" mags when tou're out by yourself. J/K I think it would be kind of cool.

Frizzle Fry · 12-03-2008, 11:33 PM

I think if it were really useful the new cars would have it. I don't see any real use for it to be honest. How about a door switches and a delay relay?

R.L. · 12-04-2008, 01:05 AM

It's a great idea, in my boats cabin unless your checking a chart or reading something all you need is to see to move around in fact its better not to impair your ningt vision.
I think it would be handy in a vehicle as well. Most of the time when I get in or out of my vehicle in dark areas a burst of light is not always welcome and I have taken the bulb out of the truck altogether so I could see what was going on in the area while the door was open. It would probaly be a good idea to do the same with the cargo light if youre say night fishing and need to tell the difference between what kind of drink youre getting out of the ice chest, I dont know but I think I'm going to install it in my truck but this is coming from a guy who takes the beeper out of a new truck so he can have the doors open and enjoy the radio. To each his own.

**mr48chev** · 12-04-2008, 01:20 AM

Some of the late 80's GM big cars (Buick Park avenue for one) have a rheostat in the dash to control the dash lights that should work for doing just that. Actually any similar adjustable rheostat should work. You will have to do some extra wiring though.

mekdad · 12-04-2008, 01:34 AM

A rheostat will not work with LEDs.

dan42 · 12-04-2008, 02:06 AM

A better idea to me would be directional lights like they put in now, that would light up one side of the truck or the other. i.e., the passenger could read a map and not distract the driver.

CG · 12-04-2008, 02:11 AM

Ive seen high and low "beam" lights on the vanity mirrors of visors. Might be a good place to find the right switches and wiring.

mekdad · 12-04-2008, 02:25 AM

My plans are to make a dome light,or two now(I am digging the directional idea).So yes, opinions and idea's matter,and everyone's is considered.

mekdad · 12-04-2008, 02:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CG

Ive seen high and low "beam" lights on the vanity mirrors of visors. Might be a good place to find the right switches and wiring.

I have a friend that is going to be making the LED panels for them with the wiring and switches.

BP68 · 12-04-2008, 09:53 PM

Cool idea

PanelDeland · 12-04-2008, 09:59 PM

A directional light from a "Custom"(read aftermarket conversion van) might be the way to go.You would need to do something about the housing if you wanted something stock looking or to fit your theme(unless your theme is Conversion van).
I think some of those lights were originally adapted from boat use.

Arad68 · 12-04-2008, 11:32 PM

I'd be interested.

mekdad · 12-12-2008, 11:32 PM

Anybody else have some input.

thirdstreettito · 12-12-2008, 11:41 PM

I'd do it! Low for if you need it while driving and high for when the door opens.

5150.4.67 · 12-13-2008, 01:42 AM

Are you "set" on having LEDs? If not, a fade in and out would also be cool. Close the door and watch the dome light slowly dim to off. You might even be able to dim LEDs with pulse width modulation. My two pennies.
Jay

chevychase · 12-13-2008, 01:46 AM

I like the idea of the light slowly dim to off

mekdad · 12-13-2008, 02:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 5150.4.67

Are you "set" on having LEDs? If not, a fade in and out would also be cool. Close the door and watch the dome light slowly dim to off. You might even be able to dim LEDs with pulse width modulation. My two pennies.
Jay

I think that would be good idea for dome light 2.0 This first one I want to keep simple.With LED's you don't have heat problems with the lens.I will be milling these out of aluminum and the thicker the stock is the more it cost.With the LED's I can use thiner stock and mount them close to the lens.With incandescent I would have to keep the bulb away from the lens and use thicker stock and more machine time.I will check prices on aluminum maybe it will not be an issue.As always I am trying to keep my prices down so everyone can afford my parts.Thats part of the reason I don't do the finishing.Like Spray-Bomb said "Just a little elbow grease".

I forgot to mention I am trying to keep everything I make under $60.00
Thanks for the input,
Ken

VA72C10 · 12-13-2008, 03:19 AM

I think it would be nice to have the two settings to be independent and have it more like map lights as mentioned. Directionally installed to not add glare to the driver.

VA72C10 · 12-22-2008, 04:00 PM

ttt

speed · 12-22-2008, 04:03 PM

x2 on the map light idea.

12-03-2008, 10:48 PM	#1
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Opinions wanted What do you think about a dome light with a low and high setting?Good idea or bad idea? __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

12-03-2008, 11:13 PM	#2
drivethechevy Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Buffalo MN Posts: 606	Re: Opinions wanted its a neat idea but how practical would it be? __________________ Trial and Error, its expensive but its a mistake i most likely wont make again 1971 chevy k10 custom deluxe http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=341257 1968 chevy k/10 fleet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=334731 1948 desoto custom coupe fluid drive(family heirloom)

12-03-2008, 11:23 PM	#3
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: Opinions wanted Thats why I am asking. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

12-03-2008, 11:29 PM	#4
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Opinions wanted I say go for it. You could use the low setting as your "romantic" lighting when you are out with the other half, and the high setting for looking at your "truck" mags when tou're out by yourself. J/K I think it would be kind of cool.

12-03-2008, 11:33 PM	#5
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Opinions wanted I think if it were really useful the new cars would have it. I don't see any real use for it to be honest. How about a door switches and a delay relay?

12-04-2008, 01:05 AM	#6
R.L. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mobile, Al. Posts: 687	Re: Opinions wanted It's a great idea, in my boats cabin unless your checking a chart or reading something all you need is to see to move around in fact its better not to impair your ningt vision. I think it would be handy in a vehicle as well. Most of the time when I get in or out of my vehicle in dark areas a burst of light is not always welcome and I have taken the bulb out of the truck altogether so I could see what was going on in the area while the door was open. It would probaly be a good idea to do the same with the cargo light if youre say night fishing and need to tell the difference between what kind of drink youre getting out of the ice chest, I dont know but I think I'm going to install it in my truck but this is coming from a guy who takes the beeper out of a new truck so he can have the doors open and enjoy the radio. To each his own. Last edited by R.L.; 12-04-2008 at 01:07 AM.

12-04-2008, 01:20 AM	#7
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,705	Re: Opinions wanted Some of the late 80's GM big cars (Buick Park avenue for one) have a rheostat in the dash to control the dash lights that should work for doing just that. Actually any similar adjustable rheostat should work. You will have to do some extra wiring though.

12-04-2008, 01:34 AM	#8
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: Opinions wanted A rheostat will not work with LEDs. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

12-04-2008, 02:06 AM	#9
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: Opinions wanted A better idea to me would be directional lights like they put in now, that would light up one side of the truck or the other. i.e., the passenger could read a map and not distract the driver. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

12-04-2008, 02:11 AM	#10
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,019	Re: Opinions wanted Ive seen high and low "beam" lights on the vanity mirrors of visors. Might be a good place to find the right switches and wiring.

12-04-2008, 02:25 AM	#11
mekdad Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Filer, Idaho Posts: 416	Re: Opinions wanted My plans are to make a dome light,or two now(I am digging the directional idea).So yes, opinions and idea's matter,and everyone's is considered. __________________ you never know what you can do until you have to undo something you have done!

12-04-2008, 09:53 PM	#13
BP68 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Olive Branch, MS Posts: 824	Re: Opinions wanted Cool idea __________________ 68 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 06 Chevy Ext Cab Fleetside 03 Grand Prix GTP My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=269999

12-04-2008, 09:59 PM	#14
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Opinions wanted A directional light from a "Custom"(read aftermarket conversion van) might be the way to go.You would need to do something about the housing if you wanted something stock looking or to fit your theme(unless your theme is Conversion van). I think some of those lights were originally adapted from boat use. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

12-04-2008, 11:32 PM	#15
Arad68 Trucks N Tranzams Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: North Las Vegas, Nevada Posts: 816	Re: Opinions wanted I'd be interested. __________________ Don '68 Chevy LB 383 TH400/GV/373 posi '56 Chevy 4WD SWB '64 Chevy short stepside '79 Trans Am 455/TH2004R/12blt/4whldisc 95 Kia (Wifes car) 2002 S-10 extended cab pickup "God punishes small sins immediately"

12-12-2008, 11:32 PM	#16
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12-12-2008, 11:41 PM	#17
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: Opinions wanted I'd do it! Low for if you need it while driving and high for when the door opens. __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

12-13-2008, 01:42 AM	#18
5150.4.67 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Modesto, Ca Posts: 411	Re: Opinions wanted Are you "set" on having LEDs? If not, a fade in and out would also be cool. Close the door and watch the dome light slowly dim to off. You might even be able to dim LEDs with pulse width modulation. My two pennies. Jay

12-13-2008, 01:46 AM	#19
chevychase Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Boca Raton, FL Posts: 476	Re: Opinions wanted I like the idea of the light slowly dim to off

12-13-2008, 03:19 AM	#21
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Opinions wanted I think it would be nice to have the two settings to be independent and have it more like map lights as mentioned. Directionally installed to not add glare to the driver. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

12-22-2008, 04:00 PM	#22
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Opinions wanted ttt __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

12-22-2008, 04:03 PM	#23
speed Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Northern Iowa Posts: 258	Re: Opinions wanted x2 on the map light idea. __________________ Jeff J ---------- 86 El Camino 81 Monte Carlo 81 Regal 04 Colorado

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