I need to stop watching your videos before I go broke. I'm doing this one too!
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
John Marshall 🤣🤣🤣
@danafeatherstone61446 жыл бұрын
ok
@arefkr6 жыл бұрын
@First Last an old C class is not expensive.
@kingxmena5 жыл бұрын
John Marshall 😁😀😂😂
@ramadanavdiu25044 жыл бұрын
Looks nice man, can I do that on my Mercedes GL 350 2012 x164?
@cjames116 жыл бұрын
I just did this to my 2015 ML 350, it was super easy, thanks to your instructions which I followed exactly even down to the exact tools used. I will definitely give this Vid a thumbs up! Thanks Man
@dirttdog15 жыл бұрын
Looks great! One of the best Stars I’ve seen. Usually they are dim & look cheap. Excellent job.
@mennistosociety5 жыл бұрын
Killerrrrrr tutorial. I didn't have proper electical equipment so I spliced in the positive and ground into the running light wiring at an offset (for safety of course) and wrapped each, tightly, with pvc thread wrap 😌.. It worked.. For now, and no error code! ✌ Thank you
@proudmashilwane43017 жыл бұрын
above everything I love Benz
@forc3ofxf3ar517 жыл бұрын
Proud Mashilwane unreliable.
@TransitAndTeslas6 жыл бұрын
FORC3OFX F3AR So why are you watching a video on a channel primarily about Mercedes Benz vehicles?
@justinbrowning20794 жыл бұрын
new to your channel but i love your style. You break things down to its simplest form when u explain things and i love that bc i never used to work on my own vehicles so im new to a lot, need it explained like i was just born
@letscuthairtoday90382 жыл бұрын
LOL! I love your honesty. I am the same way too!
@Sikwidityo6 жыл бұрын
Awh yeah son!!! Haha... Your best quote ever! Great video. Thanks for sharing.
@sprayatwill4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍🏾 I did my 2010 C300 today. The hardest part was finding the T Connectors. I went to O’Reilly’s and 3 different Auto Zones before I found some.
@vincestyles10304 жыл бұрын
That does look FRESH thanks for all the links I just ordered mine
@yatesc92464 жыл бұрын
Watched your video. Even though I was not replacing my grille and my star is the twist off style, your video helped. Thanks for posting.
@dthaboi91777 жыл бұрын
Hey man, just want to say I have a black s63 2010 and I’ve watched all your videos. I also am a black on black type, so I will be following some of you mods. Their aren’t a lot of videos for Mercedes-Benz on KZbin appreciate you man thanks, your car looks awesome 😎
@homeguy506 жыл бұрын
It's "There aren't . . . ."
@dalerbaca6 жыл бұрын
OMG!! Thank you for this video. Have an E350 in my future and want a black lighted star. Headed to your next video to see how you got a black one. Looks awesome!
@anthonythomas77584 жыл бұрын
You look like a young Ray Ramano. Great vid.
@quatro27324 жыл бұрын
and he sounds like ray ramano
@johnbaldock63535 жыл бұрын
No 1, Great Instructional Video. No 2, We stopped using those Splicers in the 90's in Britain as they were unreliable and weren't waterproof. I would have stripped the wire back on the Brown and Green and soldered directly on them, That way not only do you have a complete connection but can also tape and waterproof tape to seal them.🇬🇧👍
@berniecruz23787 жыл бұрын
Hi Raymond, just wanted to give an update... I FINALLY got my illuminated star on my 2103 W204 C250! YEA!!! However, I had a friend works at a MB dealership and he hooked up my Star in a better and easier way which works better with all the automation of the lights on the car... which was, he ran the connection cable to the fuse box in the engine compartment and just plugged the cable wires under a specific fuse. So NO WIRE SPLICING WAS NEEDED! :D This would probably be better to show everyone instead. Much easier and quicker installation too! :D I'll take a picture and posted to show where my star is connected up, tomorrow.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Bernie Cruz That's awesome, so he used an add a fuse? Which fuse did he tap?
@berniecruz23787 жыл бұрын
No added fuse. Used an existing fuse already in place. I'll take a picture of it tomorrow and show you.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Bernie Cruz tag me on Instagram "RaymondUriasjr"
@berniecruz23787 жыл бұрын
lol... dont use instagram! Actually.. honestly... still haven't figured out how to use that app! lol Just haven't taken the time to learn! LOL
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Bernie Cruz Today would be a good day 😁 lol
@sanakiyamam19876 жыл бұрын
i think i'm going to buy one of this cars soon :) my car is damaged totaly and i'm waiting for the money. it was not my fault. someone crashed in to my car and it's totaly damaged and now i need a new car but i have to wait for the money. maybe c280 or c300 or c350. i will get the one from the used market for the best price with panorama. i will let install a lpg system later for that car. i'm very thankfull you made this videos. my mannnn :) much respect for your work and videos.
@kashiomodashio64557 жыл бұрын
At night looks like a shooting 🌟
@isaiahobryant5733 жыл бұрын
Exactly what im doing to mine this man knows whats up
@RandomUserName928404 жыл бұрын
me, watching in the middle of the night, looking outside at my decade old Ford.
@lukasbullert12576 жыл бұрын
When u don't have the fog lights on and turn your wheels to the right your right fog light will come on automatically. Then the star will turn on aswell. I recommend to wire in the star to the parking lights
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
Mine didn't have the advanced headlight package. But I agree
@dcharizard917 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome. Shouldn't you tap into the lights in the eyebrow rather than the fog lights? This will have the star illuminate when the headlights turn on automatically for nighttime driving, rather than turning the light switch to on and pulling the knob to turn on the fogs.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+dcharizard91 I almost thought of having it on all the time... Then I remembered how the cops are here and said NOPE! They start with that and by the time they are done I have at least 2 other tickets. I would rather control when I power it on.
@Snoopy41567 жыл бұрын
Raymond Urias hey do you know what grille will fit the star the grille in description is out of stock
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Snoopy4156 Look at this on eBay www.ebay.com/itm/322444860120
@Snoopy41567 жыл бұрын
Raymond Urias www.ebay.com/itm/322428118302 I had bought this one from him but can't seem to fit the star in
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Snoopy4156 what do you mean the hole is too small? If that's the case I would ask for a refund and try another seller. He could have a mold problem. OR if its tight you could sand it down to fit.
@edd21842 жыл бұрын
The easiest place to wire the emblem to are the orange / yellow side marker lights. There's only two wires attached to the bulb a ground and a power. It's super easy and easily reversible.
@kevinheaven28895 жыл бұрын
I own a BMW, what am I doing here...
@SamBao5 жыл бұрын
yeah nobody makes glow up grilles for BMWs
@mra12505 жыл бұрын
Buy a Mercedes Bro greats from Germany W212 Coupe ;)
@blacksmoke94195 жыл бұрын
Kevin Heaven me too! Think I'm gonna buy a c class !
@engineergaming19725 жыл бұрын
They both from germany, same quality, same reliability, so it don’t matter
@robruben134 жыл бұрын
Dreaming lol
@mattrix20077 жыл бұрын
Looks frikin sweet bro....sweeeeet. I've just found the same conversion for my 2003 W211 (slightly different grille). cant wait.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+The Bee Guru's Apprentice That's awesome!!! It will definitely change the look of your car. If you have Instagram tag me so I can see it @raymonduriasjr
@alusa39077 жыл бұрын
Hey did you do it I have a 06 e500 I want some ideas
@mygodisable26 жыл бұрын
You did great son, super video you made me laugh. Very good.
@julio974027 жыл бұрын
It looks so nice. The grill totally changed the look! I'm still playing catchup. Thanks for all the videos.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
J.L Thanks man! Don't worry she's going in for a paint job, should buy you a little time. Order the star now 😁
@silentbutdeadly34663 жыл бұрын
@@RaymondUrias do these fit the S550 aftermarket grilles with the big emblem
@mithaqali99215 жыл бұрын
I took this shit to my mechanic and he did not know how to do it and ended up doing it myself 😂😂
@tareknicolas80387 жыл бұрын
Hi Ray ! awesome Videos man ! you got me immediately as a subscriber from Germany :D ... one thing about this update that we are not allowed in Germany to turn the fog lights on in the normal weather .. so maybe you can update us with a simple small video using the way to connect the star to the engine fuse box (mentioned in a comment by Bernie Cruz which you already saw it last week). Big thanx man and very nice recording btw :)
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+Tarek Asaad it's actually on my list to redo this. I will be doing a major upgrade to the star very soon. My gift to the community.
@tareknicolas80387 жыл бұрын
my Kudos to you man .. much appreciated !
@fairlawnmassage44767 жыл бұрын
Badass!! Both at night & day look.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+Fairlawn Massage YEA, complete face change! DEFINITELY turns heads now!
@lynjefferson96077 жыл бұрын
Mercedes Sweet ! I love the make over. He changed it from Benz to "Benjamin" ! This is a great video, I learned so much from this video. By the way "BENJAMIN" is the perfect name for this Mercedes! 🐊
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+lyn Jefferson lmao I see what you did there
@Kgfurniture477 жыл бұрын
Im waiting on mine for my c class, good video bro!!
@mellewis42955 жыл бұрын
Foreigns 2 where can I order it
@minxhazard10893 жыл бұрын
“Ahh yeah son” love it bout to get this done to my car !
@brianrichman74607 жыл бұрын
Bro!!!!! Looks great!
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Brian Richman THANKS MAN!
@fitzphillips53707 жыл бұрын
hello Raymond Did your LED star come with the chrome star? Or did you have to install the old star on it?
@brianrichman74607 жыл бұрын
fitz phillips it comes with the chrome star. I ended up buying the same one.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Exactly what +Brian Richman said. If you buy a new grille then you can swap the star for the black one. OR remove the star and wrap it with vinyl
@fitzphillips53707 жыл бұрын
Mine didn't have the chrome star. I emailed the company to ask why no star.
@jacobbio6 жыл бұрын
I’m in love with the transformation! even though it’s an older Mercedes, I would love to drive that any day.
@vranastudio18824 жыл бұрын
What the fuck is old? I drive 190d 92' and im happy, rich bastardo
@olenhunter15226 жыл бұрын
I thought it was rims man u need rims that look exactly like that...that would be so awesome....
@joiofjenz5 жыл бұрын
Olen Hunter check out Saviimotorsports on Instagram for your rims🔥
@MrWadsox5 жыл бұрын
Just as tacky as the star.
@ethan92414 жыл бұрын
Green Genes mad cause you don’t have a Mercedes lol
@Mitutumuch4 жыл бұрын
@@ethan9241 facts
@DanniBelleCardioVibes7 жыл бұрын
yeah this addition really makes it POP. I had mine done right after I got my C300....nice video Raymond
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Thanks, your not kidding it definitely turns heads when you unlock the car.
@DanniBelleCardioVibes7 жыл бұрын
Hi Raymond, it's ok.....We just bought a back up camera with a screen and placed it next to my factory monitor. It's serving its purpose. No worries. I will have him look at the part you linked. Thanks for the follow up though.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
HEY DANNI I AM SO SORRY!!! I just found your message you sent me about your camera! IM SOOOO SORRRY, It went to the spam zone and I didnt see it till now when I was clearing the Spam. You have a 2014 LATE based on the pictures they made a few changes. You need this part to finish your install goo.gl/vaLzzv
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
IM SOOOOO SORRY!!!!!!! :( LIKE SUUUUUUUPER SORRY
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
here is a PDF with the instructions manualzz.com/doc/7389016/2012---up-c-class--w204----crux-interfacing-solutions
@bassamiskander90486 жыл бұрын
Top tip. DONT use your hood as a work bench
@shawnballard7943 жыл бұрын
Especially if white
@MrBigmoe1996 Жыл бұрын
Under no circumstances allow anything metallic touch the body work cover any zips on your clothing with a piece of electrical tape, remove any jewellery, do not store parts or tools on the floor, wear gloves if possible (nitrile preferably due to latex contaminates) and above all else never ever place anything on the bodywork that shouldnt be there. Beware brake cleaner destroys paint in minutes
@idribbleu-549110 ай бұрын
what is the ground and positive for the headlight… I just want the star to come on at night
@sargent2556 жыл бұрын
okay thank you so very much
@dankeplays99935 жыл бұрын
Obviously an old video but you linked a star that was a twist install rather than a click in install. Is this the part you used in the video ? Cheers.
@aluearc5 жыл бұрын
Danggg night came with a blink of an eye😅
@lksdflmffsomlkmkm40936 жыл бұрын
If you needed to add some positive wire, do you know what gauge wire that would be? Thank you, great video!
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
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@vashsant7 жыл бұрын
Good vid for install directions but it looks very flea market. Oh well, doesn't matter what I think, as long as you like it bro. You got some good vids. Thanks.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+vashsant I just out grew it and modified it . Next video will have the new change
@crimzonr93716 жыл бұрын
I've installed one of the red ones and looks amazing .. I also put red "eye lid" lights in .. Looks unbelievable at night
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
You get pulled over yet?
@crimzonr93716 жыл бұрын
No .. As long as they are not flashing I'm all good ... I got pulled over more for my window tint lol
@crimzonr93716 жыл бұрын
Raymond Urias well if everything goes good I'll be back in Florida ... Tampa side
@Leatricaw6 жыл бұрын
Looks fairly easy but I’ll pay someone to install mine.
@angelfrias66132 жыл бұрын
Car looks really good with the centerpiece lit up I have a 2012 Mercedes C-Class I just ran the wires inside the car and put it on and off switch let's work a lot easier quicker car looks great
@nathanielkramer2746 жыл бұрын
Hey man, odd question. can you drop a link for that screwdriver lol. Thanks.
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
Haha unfortunately they no longer make it. But there is a similar one: m.grainger.com/mobile/product/19MU75?cm_mmc=PPC:+Google+PLA&s_kwcid=AL!2966!3!219726178498!!!g!356585828113!&ef_id=WnpygQAACwn6JA2j:20180602192710:s
@Dwayne8985 жыл бұрын
Very well done... Like the Vid. No fluff, straight to the good stuff
@blankito19867 жыл бұрын
hey, first of all great video! i got a question, where did u get the black led star? everywhere i ask they only have silver stars, the link you provided also have them only in silver. Is your star black with the edges silver or you have silver one? thanks
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
drewski973 This question gets asked so much lol I will be answering this in Saturdays video 9am Eastern time. It will be worth watching 😁
@blankito19867 жыл бұрын
got u, will I be able to watch it later? I wont be available at 9am. Ive emailed about 20 ebay sellers yesterday and nobody has black star, everyone has chrome one, so i believe they dont make them, im curious what u did, either u painted it or vinyl wrap :) thx
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+drewski973 yes it will be a new KZbin video ready to watch when you are
@justaddwater53116 жыл бұрын
Raymond Urias stop being an ass hat and answer the question here
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
justaddwater what question?
@chriskarn90847 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I tried the add a circuit route. I prefer to do it that way. I couldn't get it to go off. I found the fuse for the turning signal. The light came on but wouldn't turn off. I didn't want to mess around with electrical anymore. I will try the wheel method. Thanks again.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Chris Karn Wheel method would give you best approach and you will have plenty of room to work.
@Q3ToPBuZz7 жыл бұрын
You think chrome looks gaudy and then you stick LEDs on....
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Bobby Dribbler Gaming haha, what can I say lol
@Q3ToPBuZz7 жыл бұрын
Hey man, personal taste. Beautiful car by the way.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+Bobby Dribbler Gaming Thanks! It still has a long way to go but it's getting there
@mercedesw21227 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3vOlXeagtmgrbc check my chanal out and subscribe to my channel if you like my work :)
@chrismainland96912 жыл бұрын
Nice. Mine is a 2007 model of the same car. Interesting difference is that the Merc bonnet badge is flush flat on mine rather than raised. Not sure about the flashing on the exterior mirrors (embarrassing , but I'm going to have to go outside and check mine). Very nice and great value vehicle in any case.
@famtastic63677 жыл бұрын
Dose anyone know if you can do this on a 2008 c63 amg?? And how you remove the star on that is it the same way?
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+James Famula It's the exact same. If you want constant power then tap into the side markers.
@famtastic63677 жыл бұрын
Raymond Urias sorry my friend but I've just taken out the old star to go ahead and fit the new one with led lights but my star is smaller than the led so will not fit my grill dose anyone know of a grill that will fit a 2008 c63 amg plus fit the led star lights my struggle is real people I need help just taken apart my pride and joy for no reason 🤦🏼♂️😰😩
@famtastic63677 жыл бұрын
By the way don't know if it makes a difference me being in uk or not but I'm presuming not 😬
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
James Famula What star did your friend have?! All the W204 have the exact same star. I just installed YOUR rear diffuser in my car and it was an EXACT fit. Does he have a different build? Cheers (My best of the UK)
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+James Famula Where did your friends star come from?
@tvuong20036 жыл бұрын
Got it installed, error free thanks to you Raymond. I don’t know how to post images, but would love to post them to show you.
@arbg56816 жыл бұрын
He sound like Mordecai from Regular Show at 20:29
@peter_zamunda7 жыл бұрын
Hi Ray! Your vids are really cool. Do you have one on how to install the led door sill/scuff on a W204? I would rather see you do it than other youtubers. Thanks for your awesome videos!
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+john smith Thanks! I don't have a video yet... I'm looking into the parts right now. I am aware of some cheap ones off eBay but I have heard bad things. The factory module is $800 and only lights up in BLUE!?! So needless to say I'm still searching.
@suekapoor87377 жыл бұрын
can't hear with your window open
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Sue Kapoor Million apologize! lol. Audio has been an issue for me. I just ordered a new Rode Mic and 4k Camera to step up my quality and make future videos better stay tuned.
@Jay-oi2jz5 жыл бұрын
That looks badass. I have a question I want to buy a 2012 Mercedes C350 but it has about 120xxx miles on it. I would like to know your suggestion if I should get it or will there be major issues with the car?
@grindmode89416 жыл бұрын
This guy said "im a fatass" 😂😂😂
@yp87855 жыл бұрын
finished grill with light kit looks GREAT!!!
@proudmashilwane43017 жыл бұрын
I want to change mine soon
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+Proud Mashilwane Wait till you see my next video...it gets better
@UND3r7036 жыл бұрын
Awesome end result. But Raymond what video did you show where to get the black star? where do i get it?
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIDCo2Zmj5mZhdE
@5enbonzakura6 жыл бұрын
Now, let's wait for someone to mess up, and ruin a good 20 to 80 thousand dollars. I'm just kidding, that would be the worst thing ever.
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
People have already messaged me about messing it up
@5enbonzakura6 жыл бұрын
Raymond Urias, well. That's unfortunate.
@alex596067 жыл бұрын
So happy for you .I'll get a w204 soon...love this car
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+Anubis G congrats! They are great cars
@hseochin6 жыл бұрын
I won't bother with such a big lit star logo...makes the vehicle too unnecessarily obvious & funny looking, like a 'clown's car ?! Simply can't bring myself to be 'impressed' with this questionable idea of a lighted star as if a non-lit star is not obvious enough ?! Instead i'll gladly prefer to stick to the classic time tested smaller metal star which stands upright ABOVE the front grill...although not so obvious compared to a big lit star but overall the traditional simple upright standing star concept characterises a Mercedes-Benz more distinctively & meaningfully while also serving a great practical function (as a front limit marker) & ornamental talking piece viewable even from the interior of the vehicle...2 fundamentally superior benefits which a big lit front facing mounted star simply does not offer !
@wizzywizzywaz61347 жыл бұрын
A short guide on how to install Christmas lights on your merc: the distinctive light-up chav emblem, beautifully complemented by the perpetual use of fog lights... Sublime...
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Actually this is the official guide for Christmas lights kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIDCo2Zmj5mZhdE
@axelwendt87037 жыл бұрын
Solche Typen haben sich früher Türkensicheln an die Kotflügel ihrer Mercedes geschraubt. Einige Geschmacksverirrungen ändern sich nie.
@rodneyrobinson25566 жыл бұрын
x yz 66+&
@georgedixon5454 жыл бұрын
you can change the grille without taking all those bits apart and taking air intake inlets off, it just pops out, fitted myn in less than 5 mins the other day
@christhemexvet66527 жыл бұрын
Gotta get to the point homeboy
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
nun ya I try but I don't want just an install video... I always wanted more like vlog/install. Make Installing fun
@josueaguilar31667 жыл бұрын
Something so small makes a big difference thanks for the video
@georgemedina37126 жыл бұрын
Nice video ...quick question.. I have a 2015 e400 sedan and mine came with the illuminated star from factory.. I want to swap out the OEM grill to a single fin grill .. is the center star swap a simple one? Jus disconnecting harness to the illuminated star and swapping out and reinserting the star unto the single fin grill ? Thanks in advance
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
You need to make sure the grille you buy has a removable star. And yes it will be a simple swap
@georgemedina37126 жыл бұрын
@@RaymondUrias thanks for the heads up on making sure about the removable star ...didn't think about that ! Lol ..u the man!
@debralindsay33006 жыл бұрын
Hello, I am so glad to find this site. What/Where is the best place to purchase/order a illuminated Star for a 2010 Mercedes GLK350 4Matic, Mercedes SUV?
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
I would check eBay or here www.ckmcardesign.com/glk/
@Sheer7706 жыл бұрын
The results are badass!
@ovidionieves8557 жыл бұрын
I did mine as well but I connected mine through the side markers on the bumper. Works and looks good.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
Ovidio Nieves that will work too
@paulsiwko-bajon85854 жыл бұрын
Awesome tutorial videos! Thanks for the detailed instructions. Now, besides installing a new grill and star, how are you proposing to fix the bumper scratches clearly visible at 14:00. My C300 has similar scratches and even a small broken bumper fiberglass from hitting parking bumper curbs. Would you completely remove the bumper in order to fix those scratches? Thanks again for the great instructions about how to install the Star.
@RaymondUrias4 жыл бұрын
Some people have managed to get rid of those scratches by using a product called plastic x. It's a compound agent that removes swirls and scratches. I had no luck and ended up removing the bumper and having the whole thing repainted. I have a video that shows you how to remove the entire bumper.
@rickl5716 жыл бұрын
Hi there, I wanted to point out that instead of wiring the logo to the side markers or your fog lights why don't you wire them to your headlights so that when the lights come on at night it will come on as well, that's what I did to mine
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
That would have worked, but this was all temporary since I knew I was going to do this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIDCo2Zmj5mZhdE
@rickl5716 жыл бұрын
Raymond Urias sent you a couple of pics of the car as my upgrades continue, check them out tell me what you think
@davidpalacios65545 жыл бұрын
Great video. I don’t have fog lamps on my CLA, where would you suggest I tap into to add the led star? Any help would be greatly appreciated!
@sinner40017 жыл бұрын
Hi Raymond, I tried installing the star light by splicing into the fog light power circuit. But the star led was very dim. I figured it is because the voltage coming to the fog light is only 0.6 V in my case. I wanted to use the solution provided by Bernie below. In that case where can I connect the black wire? Can I just connect it to a bolt in the car to ground it? Also the fuse bernie connects to is the instrument cluster fuse in my car. I hope taking the fuse out to tap in won't require any code to reset later.
@dalegooden13197 жыл бұрын
Great look and excellent job. Why don't you black out the orange side markers? I did and now with your video help am going to do the star.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+Dale Gooden I did kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5mQYo19gZdpeqM My car is black on black with a side of black
@berniecruz23787 жыл бұрын
Hi Raymond, So are you ever going to modify and update this video to reflect the correct way of wiring the illuminated star? As I showed you, and to all who will read this, you can just wire the star to the engine bay fuse box by plugging the red wire to fuse port #5 or the fuse port for the instrument cluster and change the fuse from the factory 7.5A fuse to a 10A fuse to accommodate the extra amperage from the star. Also to get the wire into the fuse box, just drill a small hole on the side of the fuse box, buy at your local hardware store a rubber grommet for sealing (or use silicone). And then just mount the black wire (ground) anywhere you have a ground on your car.. But honestly Raymomd, I think you should update this video to reflect the correct way (or factory/dealership way) so that others can install their stars easier.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+Bernie Cruz in regards to updating this video I unfortunately will not be updating it for multiple reasons. First it's perfectly fine Installed into the fog lights, the voltage pull is close to nothing. I do agree that the fuse box would be a great location but I would say leave the factory fuse in. The 7.5A fuse is the biggest surge that component can take safely. A 10amp surge will fry that component. You could just add a fuse with a 3Amp fuse up top. Second reason is my star is no longer wired like that, it actually hooked up to my Morimoto XBT controller which takes power Straight from the battery. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIDCo2Zmj5mZhdE I do have another star in fabrication that may not require the XBT controller but that's a long way from completion. I do like the sound of the rear light up star and ill try and think of something, could be a fun project 😁👍
@chrgosselin Жыл бұрын
I have a 2008 MB C300 Sport (W204) and I can confirm that this is the proper way to do it. I bought a 10A fuse tap, removed the existing 7.5A fuse from port #5 and inserted it in the fuse tap (bottom position), inserted a new 5A fuse in the fuse tap (top position) and then inserted the fuse tap in port #5. I then connected the positive (red) wire of the fuse tap to the positive (red) wire of the illuminated star and mounted the ground (black) wire on the frame (there’s a convenient spot with a bunch of brown wires right next to the fuse box). I didn’t drill a hole in the fuse box though, but instead cut a small slit in the rubber piece on the left side of the fuse box below the one where the existing wires come out (just big enough for the red wire to fit). Everything works perfectly and it’s a much cleaner install than tapping wires. Thanks @berniecruz2378 for pointing me in the right direction (after having wasted hours and hours trying and failing to tap the right wires)!
@joeymontalvo55032 жыл бұрын
Really good DIY instruction…Great
@SharkyFer6 жыл бұрын
Hello Raymond, great channel!!! This Grill fits in my car? I have a W204 C220 CDI 2008, I hope you can help me! thanks
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
Yes it will
@maxmotivationchannel Жыл бұрын
Just saved me $3000 at the stealer. Thanks.
@b.trill68684 жыл бұрын
What kind of lights are you using ? I like the white lights on car instead of yellow looking light s
@kevindawson25656 жыл бұрын
Hi Ray, can you post the link again please for the star and grill, enjoy watching the posts, just fitted my reversing camera yesterday on my e class c207, bit of a pig lol but got there thanks to you. Regards Kevin (UK)
@RaymondUrias6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Unfortunately my exact grille is no longer made :( I have not been able to find another one. Some people said eBay has similar ones
@paulwilson38464 жыл бұрын
Raymond I watched this then upgraded my grill on my c250 to the diamond style 1 and fitted the led star tapped into my fogs, works well, I now have a set of led strip drl that are very similar to the facelift w204 oem ones, have you ever fitted them? Can't find much guidance on line but think I may have to start cutting out the bracket which held my original fog lights, any help would be much appreciated
@tc63tec655 жыл бұрын
man that look's badass... nice install.
@slatslimegamg55614 жыл бұрын
Hey, I just brought an led star. Is there anything else I should consider buying? Like stuff too make it stick too another wire?
@haidam21506 жыл бұрын
Hey Raymond... love all your videos man.. great work and you're doing for us MB community here.. I'm not sure if your familiar with 2016 Cla 250 but behind their headlights the DRL led lights has multiple wires going out of it. Would you know which color i need to tap into?? please help THANK YOU !!!
@Sunnybeast166 жыл бұрын
did you get the fog lights changed because they were regular bulbs and at the end they were blue, it looks pretty good need to do this on my S class
@sinner40017 жыл бұрын
Hi Raymond, I tried to install the star LED by splicing into the fog light circuit. But the LED was too dim most likely because the fog light circuit only had 0.6 Volts going to it. I want to try the method suggested by Bernie. Where would the best place be to connect the negative (black conductor) of the LED? Should I just find a bolt and ground the conductor or is there a good ground near the fuse box? Also the fuse Bernie connects to is the instrument cluster in my case. I hope nothing will require reset when I remove the fuse to tap into the circuit.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+Varun Chauhan I don't know about rest you would have to ask Bernie. Mine was bright (I have redone my star and will be showing the new one this Saturday) and so are several others on Instagram that have installed them. You could have a bad egg on your hands. As for ground points there are several near the wheel well and bumper frame. Anywhere with metal to metal would work.
@erickar26346 жыл бұрын
Your car looks beautiful bro👍🏼👌🏼
@TYRANN0SAURUS5 жыл бұрын
I was wondering if that new grill would fit in a CLC-class (2011) sports coupe. Thanks.
@sandervalckx97965 жыл бұрын
It's shitty to find parts for these right? I know the struggle
@FatalityDiablo7 жыл бұрын
black grill on a good ol' 204 c class with dat classy paint 040 definitely makes it look better 10 out of 10 times. good job. the star is off when fog light is off, right?
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
+Fatality Diablo yes it's off when car is off. I actually just redid it so it's remote control and changes colors now.
@JackSmith-fz4nk6 жыл бұрын
The star you are showing looks black but the link u attached from eBay shows it’s silver? Can u pls send a link for similar star like the black one u bought? Thanks a lot.
@Hakamania11115 жыл бұрын
Why not just use a fuse tap in the fuse panel to the ignition fuse? Nice and clean and no cutting g or splicing wires.
@Keflynn636 жыл бұрын
Does the light turn on only when you lock and unlock the doors? Or does it stay on all the time when the car is on.
@PhiCongDoan75875 жыл бұрын
I really like your videos! So I have a 2015 C300 where would I hook up the wire if I don’t have fog lights?
@wynwoodgordo7 жыл бұрын
Nice job. Do the fog lights have to be LED or can they be halogen? I have heard people mention error message about these.
@RaymondUrias7 жыл бұрын
They can be LED if you have a canbus decoder. I plan on making a video for this and explaining it better.
@clagueb36866 жыл бұрын
Fog lamps are for fog (rare) and they turn off when your hi-beams are on. Does your star stay lit when your hi-beams are on?