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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: seanng on 31 December 2017, 17:26
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Does anyone have links for UK suppliers of red footwell LEDs for the mk7.5 please?
Many thanks
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This thread has all the information you need - http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=275882.0
In summary, the existing light fittings need to be replaced with ones that are bulb holders from VW then you replace the bulbs with red leds. You only need one bulb holder if you swap one of the footwell leds for the glovebox light which is a bulb rather than an led.
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I think things have moved on now and you can get plug and play coloured led units from ebay. Blue ones for sure so I imagine red too. They would be a lot less hassle.
Here’s link to the blue ones used by some R owners, might help you track down a red version. Sorry haven’t got time too look for the reds.
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/FOR-VOLKSWAGEN-GOLF-PLUS-CADDY-18-BLUE-LED-FOOTWELL-LIGHT-LAMP-PAIR/151740965813?_mwBanner=1&ul_ref=https%3A%2F%2Frover.ebay.com%2Frover%2F0%2F0%2F0%3Fmpre%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.ebay.co.uk%252Fulk%252Fitm%252F151740965813%26rvr_id%3D0&ul_noapp=true
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This place sells red, white or blue.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2x-Footwell-lights-LED-SMD-white-red-blue-VW-AUDI-SKODA-Seat-module-units-canbus/182736590645
Keen to see red in action Sean, might follow suit...
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This place sells red, white or blue.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2x-Footwell-lights-LED-SMD-white-red-blue-VW-AUDI-SKODA-Seat-module-units-canbus/182736590645
Keen to see red in action Sean, might follow suit...
Wonder how easy this are to get going in the absence of the ambient lighting pack??
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This place sells red, white or blue.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2x-Footwell-lights-LED-SMD-white-red-blue-VW-AUDI-SKODA-Seat-module-units-canbus/182736590645
Keen to see red in action Sean, might follow suit...
I think these are for mk6 only as they are the whole unit and not the bulbs as in other videos and posts.
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Yeh, I thought that’s what Rebecca said... rather than buying replacement bulb holders and then inserting LEDs, you now just buy the unit?
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This place sells red, white or blue.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2x-Footwell-lights-LED-SMD-white-red-blue-VW-AUDI-SKODA-Seat-module-units-canbus/182736590645
Keen to see red in action Sean, might follow suit...
Actually just realised something, are these plug and play without changing out the bulbs?
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Yes I think that’s the idea.
I might go ahead and order a set.... but maybe I should actually get my car first :smiley: I’ve not got anything to cross check them against.
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Yeh, I thought that’s what Rebecca said... rather than buying replacement bulb holders and then inserting LEDs, you now just buy the unit?
This place sells red, white or blue.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2x-Footwell-lights-LED-SMD-white-red-blue-VW-AUDI-SKODA-Seat-module-units-canbus/182736590645
Keen to see red in action Sean, might follow suit...
Actually just realised something, are these plug and play without changing out the bulbs?
Yes, you plug and play now available in various colours. These are just a case of swapping the whole unit, and cheaper too. They weren’t available when I swapped mine, hence me (and others) having to buy units with swappable bulbs.
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Yes I think that’s the idea.
I might go ahead and order a set.... but maybe I should actually get my car first :smiley: I’ve not got anything to cross check them against.
When are you getting your car? I might wait till you install yours :grin:
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Hopefully find out tomorrow, but I’d guess a week or two.
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Not the best image ever but hope it helps for decision making :smiley: I thoroughly recommend the upgrade, it ties in all the red lighting and other red detailing in the interior:
(https://s6.postimg.org/bdhojlqj5/20160306_192617.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Ted loves it too :laugh:
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The link to e bay on p1 of this topic takes you to a product listed as suitable for up to Mk6 models only. Mk7Golfs are not listed.
Does anyone know where I can get direct red footwell replacements for a 2017 mk7 (not 7.5) GTI please?
Oh, and HNY if it’s not too late.
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Mines only a lowly GTD, but here's how the Red LED footwell lights looking in mine front AND rear
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2833/11072475826_fa47654742_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/hSrkiC)
(https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2829/11072475316_8db2092195_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/hSrk9Q)
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/599/32931149241_78d9eb0568_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/Sb1Knc)
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Verrry nice indeed!
Where did you get them?
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Sorry to be bumping this old thread, but I've been scouting around on Ebay for the all in one, module version of these lights in red and can't seem to find a listing that looks right.
Do the listings that seem to only mention mk6 work? Or am I better to go ahead and get a spare glove box bulb holder and use the 'old method'?
Example of what I'm talking about - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2x-Footwell-lights-LED-SMD-white-red-blue-VW-AUDI-SKODA-Seat-module-units-canbus/182736590645?
Or this one perhaps?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Led-Module-Footwell-Lighting-VW-Golf-5-6-7-plus-Passat-Polo-cc-6R-6C-Red-Blue/302992995570
Cheers for any tips.
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I bought one spare bulb holder from VW and fitted the red smd LEDs to that and the one in the glovebox, then fitted a white led from the footwell to the glovebox.
I bought these and they are more than bright enough and I haven't had any issues with them in two years.
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/201472333153