Are Load Resistors Only Required on Turn Signal Circuits to Fix Hyper Flashing from LED Lamps

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I have a 1994 chevy Silverado. I have installed LED replacement bulbs with my tail, brake, turn signal, parking, running lights etc. The turn signals have hyper flash so to fix it I will use a LED compatible flasher. With the other non flashing lights brake, reverse, marker, etc will i need to install a load resistor or will they work out okay?

asked by: Xander

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You are correct, the turn signal circuits are the only ones affected by the hyperflashing, so you won't need a load resistor on the running light, brake or reverse circuits.

I've linked to an installation video for a different load resistor than the # DI34ZR you'd looked at.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

When changing from incandescent or halogen type bulbs to LEDs, load resistors are required. For the blinker circuits you can use load-resistors like the Putco LED Light Bulb Load-Resistors #DI34ZR to prevent hyperflashing of the blinkers. This kit…

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Answer 2

The best way to stop hyper flashing which is the flickering you are referring to on your LED light bar is to add load resistors like the Diamond LED Light Bulb Load-Resistors - Qty 2 #DI34ZR. You do need make sure the load resistor is grounded…

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There should be no issues going from manufacturer to manufacturer with the Hopkins Magnetic Tow Lights with 4-Way Flat Connector part #C6304. There can be a few exceptions however. On some Fords there was an issue where the towing package or mode had…

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You will want to wire in a load resistor to any LED bulb that flashes quickly. Basically, the vehicle thinks a bulb is burnt out so you need to add a small load (resistor) to allow the bulb to stop flashing. The resistor gets wired into the…

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Answer 5

LED lights draw less power than the incandescent lights you are replacing which can cause issues. You will want to use load resistors like Load Resistor Kit for LED #DI34ZR on each light you are replacing.

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Answer 6

The Hopkins Magnetic Tow Lights #C6304 you referenced require you to install 8 AA batteries in order to function so this is the first thing to check. LED lights of any type are generally highly electrically efficient. LEDs typically use about 1/10th…

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Answer 7

The Hopkins LED Magnetic Tow Lights #C6304 will provide running light, turn signal and brake light functions, all of which are supported by their 4-pole flat type wiring scheme. Running light signals are carried on the brown wire in 4-pole wiring. If…

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Answer 8

If you experience hyper flashing when using a turn signal then you would need to use a load resistor on the turn signal circuit. You would just need one per affected circuit. The brake lights, running lights, and backup lights do not need load…

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Answer 9

The ideal location to ground anything would be to the metal frame of the vehicle in the nearest corrosion free bare metal surface. However, if there is a ground wire near by you could try it out and see if it offers a sufficient ground. If you still…

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Answer 10

You may not even need load resistors to switch to LED lights. The best thing to do is to try the lights without load resistors first. No need to purchase something you may not need until you know need it. Load resistors such as #DI34ZR dissipate heat…

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Answer 11

We do have load resistors for you, though the part number you mentioned has been discontinued, so what you would need are a different part, which is the following: - Load Resistor Kit #DI34ZR I have added a link below to a video review for you to…

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Answer 12

We do not have a 4-way to 4-way adapter with the diodes that stop the hyper flashing. You can install load resistors like part #DI34ZR. You would install the load resistors on the affected circuits. I have attached a drawing that shows how the…

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