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Old 05-14-2007 | 02:09 AM
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Default Neons Vs. Cold Cathodes

i am trying to decide which lighting to go with for under my dash. i am deciding between Neons and Cold Cathodes so please help out.
Old 05-14-2007 | 02:21 AM
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I too have the same questions, i know the both need transformers, but do they both make a high pitched sound while they are on
Old 05-14-2007 | 02:33 AM
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neons = cold cathods.

neon is a gas that is injected into the tube.

if you really want a good set go with LED's. They last longer and don't drain your battery.

www.oznium.com/inferno is pretty much the best kit out there
Old 05-14-2007 | 02:36 AM
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LOL what they make a high pitched sounds thats a new one,
check this website out http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-co...hode-light.htm
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my neon kit on my jeep made a high pitched sound!
Old 05-14-2007 | 02:55 AM
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sounds like you had some wires crossed
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idk, they were pilot
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my cathodes have served me well
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without high pitched sounds i assumed
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nope no sound here
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where did you get them o great one?
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oznium.................. ;)
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i knew that!
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all my lighting is from phil... engine bay, wheel wells, interior, underbody, strobes...

yeah, i've spent alot with oznium :-/
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i see
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does anyone have experience with inexpensive ebay led kits?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/WIREL...QQcmdZViewItem
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I say NAY!
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Originally Posted by STNC
I say NAY!
what would the differences be between an ebay one and something from oznium?

I just want a solid glow under the car and don't need any flashing/chasing effects.
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Most eBay stuff is no good, Oznium is much better! The Flowlighting Blaze kit puts out a solid color
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i realize that ebay stuff can generally be considered less reliable than from a known company, but I want to know specifically: what differences can be expected from the ebay LED kit I linked to vs. a similar kit from oznium?



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