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The C10, aka Kawasaki Concours - The Original => Accessories and Modifications - C10 => Topic started by: stevewfl on January 28, 2014, 11:54:00 PM
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Posted in C14 forum, thought you guys may like the $20 deal too:
OK so some boys told me about this mad sale on amazon, "$20 bux to your door" for bright waterproof 12V LED work lights. Perfect, been wanting a low wattage bright worklight for my C14 for quite some friggin' time.
So, I ordered the "60 flood". Although they have several on sale for the cheap. Here is the one I ordered: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005WWIV3O/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005WWIV3O/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
*1200 Lumens Latest design, 2013 model LED light as shown with advanced 27W LED output using 9 x 3W CREE type LED Chipsets.
*Genssi (TM) - 3W LEDs x 9pcs in Each Ultra Bright - See Pictures Black Finish for long lasting durablity Low weight Aluminum housing+ Steel
*Listing is for one light Lense material: PMMA transparent thermoplastic
*Round Lense and Housing as shown with FLOOD 60 Degree Type Lense output Input voltage: 10V-30V
*Mounting Bracket: Stainless Steel Size: 110mm x 55mm x 128mm 30,000 Life Operation LED light output 6000K Current Draw: 2A @12V, .9A @ 24V Waterproof rated IP 67
Now, I want it to work on my C14 cigarette 12V port (or truck when I have the KTM out or on a trip and may need under the hood lighting.
So I gather a scrap 12V plug and cut the end of, enough old speaker wire to go about 3 truck lengths, some heat shrink tubing, soldier, and the FRUGAL waterproof work light.
Here is my junk:
(http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/KTM/SWP_4212.jpg)
And here it is after my cutting, stripping, soldering and heat shrinking is done. I also used a multimeter and "ohmed out" to make sure my 12V and grounds were correct.
(http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/KTM/SWP_4215.jpg)
And here is working with garage dark, its plugged into the 12V outlet of the Connie14 (engine off). Its so bright I'd back it up if i was really working on a bike/car/tent with it.
(http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/KTM/SWP_4219.jpg)
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Man, the prices on those sure have dropped. I spend $70 each for a pair of similar lights, though mine are the "spot" beam. Fantastic for lighting up the road, but the produce a LOT of glare for oncoming drivers. I have to keep them pointed lower than I'd like. Most of the glare seems to come from that reflector-type part of the glass lens. (Between the focusing lenses)
Great idea as a portable work light, though.
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Man, the prices on those sure have dropped. I spend $70 each for a pair of similar lights, though mine are the "spot" beam. Fantastic for lighting up the road, but the produce a LOT of glare for oncoming drivers. I have to keep them pointed lower than I'd like. Most of the glare seems to come from that reflector-type part of the glass lens. (Between the focusing lenses)
Great idea as a portable work light, though.
yeah the $20 is what amazed me. I expect soon we'll see these on riding lawn mowers and everything else running on 12V. I almost bought the 30 degree, but for what I'm using it for the "flood" pattern is best
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Hey Steve, that could come in handy in the Keys this weekend.
Nice find.