HOW TO Install LED LIGHTS Custom Vehicle Lighting Techniques

HOW TO Install LED LIGHTS Custom Vehicle Lighting Techniques - CarAudioFabrication

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LED lights can take a car audio or custom vehicle install and build from meh to wham! In the past car audio installers have used neons, cold cathode tubes, and other techniques, but with the wide variety of led strands available now we have some great options! Learn how I add them step by step along with some other how to tricks in this latest update for the jeep build!
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@CarAudioFabrication 7 жыл бұрын

Who checks in to KZfaq on Sundays?! Thanks for watching early notification squad!

@AhmedSalam 7 жыл бұрын

I do ,,,, keep it up

@smokinjoe6256 7 жыл бұрын

CarAudioFabrication have you seen the crap they rerun over and over on TV? It's always good to check out what the guru of fabrication has done. 🖒

@CarAudioFabrication 7 жыл бұрын

Haha good point

@garysimpalow7467 7 жыл бұрын

great work! and yes the led's pop!!

@2risingsun 7 жыл бұрын

CarAudioFabrication what size acrylic did you Use keep up the good work mark!!!

@MatthewEmillio 7 жыл бұрын

I'm a big fan of these. Thanks so much for making these vids man. I used one of your vids to help make my first ported box for 2 10" mtx 5510's and they really pump. Little by little i'm increasing my range of tools and knowledge on how to use them, I recently got a plunge router(no table) but, in time i hope i get to this point. Keep up the good work!.

@casanova0191 6 жыл бұрын

I’m jealous u have a router! One day, like u, I’ll own one!

@Djtonydraper 4 жыл бұрын

LEDs look great when they’re done correctly. This is a beautiful build. Thanks for posting.

@WAKEFIELDRides 7 жыл бұрын

Good video, Mark, again. I think as long as they are done right, LEDs are really a must! Your install looks great and can't wait to see it wrapped in vinyl!

@ronaldmoore4793 Ай бұрын

That there's some good stuff man. You actually encouraged me to do a project for the 1st time in my f150. Thanks for dumbing down some of the work. Makes it a WHOLLLE LOT EASIER. AWESOME JOB GUYS !!!!

@peterkizer6163 7 жыл бұрын

Really like your work ethic and the quality of your builds and your videos. Keep up the good work!

@kikkauazza 5 жыл бұрын

Great job mark ... love this install . I’m sure you keep your customers very happy

@AhmedSalam 7 жыл бұрын

I see CAF video ,, I like and then watch now that is an amazing episode ,,, way to go buddy !!!

@kyletesene1414 6 жыл бұрын

The stuff your doing, and the quality of your videos is simply mind blowing. Ian extremely impressed with ALL the videos I've seen thusfar, and have in fact picked up some great ideas for my own build. Thanks, and keep up the amazing work!

@matthernandezarizonaeastva7876 7 жыл бұрын

your murdering this I stall bro. I love that your just a guy in his garage doing it. it makes me feel like I can and I attempt the stuff I learn. great channel bro

@lancerWells 7 жыл бұрын

I always use LEDs in my car audio. and sometimes other places. the build looks great the mesh really make it come together.

@jockmcmillan2640 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome job! Love the detail you put into your builds.

@darrinfraser 7 жыл бұрын

I think LED's can be very complimentary to a build. I added some to mine for some minor accent lighting. Although I have mine on a switch so I don't always have to have it on. Thanks for the great tutorials! Nice work!

@scotthuber7261 6 жыл бұрын

Your vids are great, man, and I want to thank you for your time and effort to create them...not enough stuff like this on KZfaq!

@CarAudioFabrication 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Here are some of my other popular video series you may enjoy! Project Jeep Build: goo.gl/kx6MvW Custom A Pillars Build: goo.gl/9opzoy Simple Door Pods: goo.gl/jPpKGB Custom Sub Box: goo.gl/bzZPwl Underseat Fiberglass Sub Box: goo.gl/OBbUwH Fiberglass Door Pods: goo.gl/oAdrx1

@KGrasso89 5 ай бұрын

Lol Im watching this video for the first time in 2024 and driving the Pontiac Grand Prix while listening to skrillex gave me a chuckle. I used to own a Grand Prix and bumped Skrillex as well. Still do occasionally cuz dubstep really tests out my system and sounds great on it.

@randyhobbs67 7 жыл бұрын

I used the blue LEDs on my Pioneer amp rack and it looks awesome. Love the lights.

@PoppaTInstall 7 жыл бұрын

Think that's the first time I've seen one of your custom systems play. Sounded good!!

@christianmojica1635 3 жыл бұрын

Loving this fabrication, the LEDs look great, too many lights can get gaudy but this build is super clean and tasteful 👍🏻

@donkmashinjuiceman69 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work brother every time i see your vids im extremely impressed and motivated!

@BadBoyStl 7 жыл бұрын

That looks awesome, lots of attention to detail. I couldn't wrap my head around the mesh until i saw it finished, but it looks great! I am a bit of a show off, so I love LED lights in installs. Obviously, it has to make sense visually with the build, and should never take away from the actual audio equipment, but very cool with all that in place!

@mrbishievo2 4 жыл бұрын

Love the LED’s 👍🏻 I’m in the middle of building my ICE install at the moment so this video was very useful, thanks 😎🤙🏻

@justingardner4555 7 жыл бұрын

If installed correctly LED's look great. Yours are awesome.

@JustEnufCustoms 7 жыл бұрын

Great job Mark beautiful as always and love the progress keep up the great work ✌️

@tylerbrice5805 6 жыл бұрын

Haha love all of your videos man! Your amazing I love car audio and you take it to a whole new level for me! Loved the quick stop at the shop and a quick look at your gear in your car! Keep it up :):):):)

@ericvargas2212 7 жыл бұрын

It looks really nice with light just adds that little touch to make you stand out from the rest at meets or even at car shows

@Trendsetta68 5 жыл бұрын

as long as they are not over used...LED lights can add a nice touch to an install ...great job!!!

@tjablaj 7 жыл бұрын

Really smooth like allways mark! Thumbs up for LED!

@prodbyjxshy1300 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome I love the way leds look!!

@tuxedolark 5 жыл бұрын

First, let me say how delighted I am to have found this series. I love the commitment to craft. While I prefer a little subtler style, all these elements can be used at a lower key, and for purely functional (as opposed to decorative) purposes, with a high level of aesthetic appeal. On a purely selfish note, I’ll say that I’m working on a Miata build, which means that I would love direction for good sound in a VERY small spaces, and very clean, simple appearance. (Oh, and grammar nazi here-since LED stands for “light emitting diode”, “LED lights” is redundant 😜.

@JEMANF 7 жыл бұрын

Absolutely sick install! All the work you do is second to none. Great job and keep the the flawless work👏👏👏

@CarAudioFabrication 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ArcadeDude44 7 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video as always!:). I for one really like "tasteful" (not over done) lighting, such as what you did here!

@eagleregal1 7 жыл бұрын

i really like the neatness and detail to your work and designs 👍quality stuff

@AndreDoute 7 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome. Great looking piece

@1-Six-dee 7 жыл бұрын

U r one of the best of the industry if not the best, I can't compliment on your talents enough

@josejrsalinas8329 Жыл бұрын

Dude you're a beast...WAY above my level

@michaelpalmisano6788 6 жыл бұрын

I myself love incorporating l.e.ds in my installs. I think they bring the finished product to a new level an make it stand out from the rest.

@alexreimer7092 6 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome Mark!

@tdhmale76 7 жыл бұрын

I Like them it looks sick

@gioarteaga3984 7 жыл бұрын

no way these light bring out the beautiful designs ..we luv it

@jaysal8455 6 жыл бұрын

I love LED lights as it brings more life to the install and equipment. I might add some to my install also LOL

@scottkinahan-nh5uq Жыл бұрын

Absolutely clean job

@chadhampton931 6 жыл бұрын

Crazy. Every time I go to do a mod or upgrade,start my research.hit play.......you again!!! Subscribed!!! I'll try to catch up in your stuff.

@Trenton1390 6 жыл бұрын

Looking so sick bro! And keep making your top notch videos.

@alburvill7034 7 жыл бұрын

hey man loved the build I own a jeep so it was very informative down fall my lay out is different used rockford speakers and amp as well jl audio sub and xd400/4 amp together they rock

@parole4207 7 жыл бұрын

I love lights especially sound activated

@superwhosuper 5 жыл бұрын

LED’s are awesome! This looks great!

@michaelpalmisano6788 5 жыл бұрын

Love l.e.ds I use them in a lot of my builds, and on my own vehicles as well!

@therealmatty_s 7 жыл бұрын

Great work skip!

@charleygrossnicklaus4278 3 жыл бұрын

come out awesome thanks for the help and sharing

@jamescoe483 7 жыл бұрын

I have to watch the videos, to make sure you will be the best person to do,and make a video build of my Project!!! Good videos and Great knowledge!

@foristj 5 жыл бұрын

Looks Excellent.

@diecastdreams4160 7 жыл бұрын

Great design ideas. Keep it going.

@shawnadams3414 3 жыл бұрын

Love them. Your good at what you do bro

@seanwiggins2461 6 жыл бұрын

That's beautiful work

@seanfairbairn8815 7 жыл бұрын

thats a great install. I like the lights.

@TAM-qq9qi 4 жыл бұрын

Looks good 😎😎 great job 😎😎 much love and respect from Mexico

@jaredquick3046 7 жыл бұрын

I like led lights , looks good mark

@eagleregal1 7 жыл бұрын

i love the design and look

@TheOrca1987 7 жыл бұрын

Looks good man.

@charliebardo6255 6 жыл бұрын

Love the LEDs very cool videos.

@raydavis3697 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice job. Professional

@kurtisleney9173 5 жыл бұрын

They a wicked luxury look to me, I own alpha Customs in fort Saint John bc, keep up the good work brother🤘🏼

@myrnacasillan3061 6 жыл бұрын

Nicely done.

@justinvanburen8259 2 жыл бұрын

I love them!!

@MrTimdtoolman1 7 жыл бұрын

The LED's look good on some cars but really depends on the type of build and the look your going for IMHO. Great video Mark.

@masonicwolfvtf 2 жыл бұрын

I know its a 4 year old video but i really like this install. I don't know if anyone has said this but you can increase how much light is diffused into your piece by sanding the edges of the acrylic so the light gets scattered in more directions with up to 600 grit sand paper. You can also do custom logos with custom vinyl sticker and a sand blaster. Blasting it several times will deepen the etch and it will light up better.

@stanleygrant2871 7 жыл бұрын

nice job good install bro well explined

@JLUnlimited 5 жыл бұрын

Led lights can be cool, as long as you dont over do it. You did a nice job and I noticed the same things that you stated in the video. Your making me thing about going some more led stuff. .

@1115Gucci 7 жыл бұрын

very informative. thanks

@ledmk2 7 жыл бұрын

Nice video. i like led lights if its nice and clean installation as how you do it

@TxStang 7 жыл бұрын

looks fantastic !!!!! I personally like the way LED's draw attention to a nice install

@CarAudioFabrication 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I agree, can be used to draw the eye to different areas.

@TxStang 7 жыл бұрын

I have LED's installed on mine , along with acrylic panels on my amp racks but no where near the quality of work that you put out , all I have to work with is simple hand tools and a hand held router and jigsaw . did the sub boxes in vinyl to match the cars interior colors . now that I've seem your RGB LED's on yours I wish I had used them instead of just the Blue I used .

@zoovatine3751 5 жыл бұрын

I LOVE LEDs they're are best and I dont think they're too much at all!

@daveeagle2721 6 жыл бұрын

Very well done thank you

@HMSmetal 5 жыл бұрын

i think that looks incredible

@thegravytrain1129 3 жыл бұрын

Love the look!

@usagimoto1423 5 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome work

@Joe_1971 6 жыл бұрын

Dude you do fantastic work..the led's look great.!! FYI you know how you pretty much do everything with the router table, imagine what you could make with a CNC router machine. Design the whole thing on the computer and let the program do it's thing. You could create some pretty spectacular designs and shapes.

@cristovaoabreu1265 7 жыл бұрын

great work!

@scottkinahan-nh5uq Жыл бұрын

Great job

@vambo1997 7 жыл бұрын

LED Lights are awesome! :)

@normangon 7 жыл бұрын

Impressive work !!! I didn't that look with lights on.

@brentnicol6391 7 жыл бұрын

LED light, yes or no? My opion is what makes the customer happy. Great job.

@littlejohnnymiller3465 3 жыл бұрын

Damn man. Got it going on. Love it

@sIGHTcs 7 жыл бұрын

By the way LED's are really awesome when combined with acrylic. To be honest, LED's are not always cool. Only when the build looks really sharp and clean, like yours. Great job dude!

@3RDERA 7 жыл бұрын

Looking good man!!!!👍👍👍👍

@focused313 7 жыл бұрын

Another good vid.

@7287287 7 жыл бұрын

if its worth doing its worth overdoing! leds add that pro look.

@rjsmotorsports9645 Жыл бұрын

I love the LED’s!!!

@ireriharrison8969 7 жыл бұрын

nice job bro i wish i knew about these long before

@dan.amorin93 7 жыл бұрын

thank you so much

@debrabarnett3420 3 жыл бұрын

I love the ligth

@thebeastfromthesoutheast7765 6 жыл бұрын

Thats beautiful man

@CarAudioFabrication 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'm very happy with how it turned out.

@CoverCatz 7 жыл бұрын

Looks awesome Mark, but I'm still waiting for your feedback on custom Stitch work for one of your builds so everyone can see how nice decorative top stitching can be on some of this outstanding work that you do.

@96Wreckless96 7 жыл бұрын

when I soldering leds I use a little Flux on the strip. I know that solder now a days has Flux built into it, but the solder seems to bit harder onto the the strip. I also taking the tip of the razor blade and scratching the copper points also helps with solder adhesion

@clintondempsey7384 7 жыл бұрын

Not sure if you have ever thought about or tried hot glue to assist in holding the led when you used tesa tape but it works amazing and you dont have the worry about covering the bulbs it is also non conductive and water proof (when completely sealed)

@77Mowers 7 жыл бұрын

Love led accent lighting.

@carlosmarino8292 7 жыл бұрын

excelente tips

@endall39 7 жыл бұрын

Install looking great! I have used a very similar LED product and had lights fail over time and the adhesive let go. My install didn't allow for taping as you did to provide extra secure connections. I would say, just figure on the adhesive failing and design accordingly. The failuire of actual lights surprised me more. LEDs are supposed to be 20,000 hr lights, but not all LEDs are equal I guess. Thanks for your shows!

@seanwiggins2461 7 жыл бұрын

I love leds it makes the install better

@CarAudioFabrication 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!