W126 LED head light bulb conversion Mercedes Benz

[@rickwhite3421]

I did a LED headlights conversion on a 79 Chrysler Newport and I love it so much that I'm going to do it on my 83 W126

[@straybenzes]

I have one more car to do. I am impressed with how much brighter this light is.

[@McLeands]

DIG it! Just ordered from your link after watching your follow-up video! Love your content!

[@straybenzes]

Thx. Glad you like it.

[@lightamplifier6105]

Thank you for the great video. Very enlightening. Please keep us posted on the longevity of the product. Thank you.

[@straybenzes]

Sure thing. So far so good.

[@davidmatta7140]

I tried this earlier, the problem is that the headlight adjuster that makes it go up and down stops with these lights, i would also like to see the back curtain replacement or repair. Thanks and keep up the great posts

[@straybenzes]

Hi David. What do you mean by the head light adjuster stopping? Do you mean the adjustment screws that let you adjust how high or low the headlights will shine?

[@peterhandke3936]

@@straybenzes I believe that David is referring to the EU market headlight vacuum powered adjusters. It is a button nextto the headlight switch allowing you to adjust them if you have a heavy load in your car or if you are towing a trailer. In order to prevent shining to the the oncoming traffic n the other side of the road. BTW, this would be illegal to do in EU. Only if you install headlight washers and auto headlight level adjusters.

[@straybenzes]

@@peterhandke3936 That makes sense. The US version does not have this option at all - unfortunately.

[@davidmatta7140]

@Stray Benzes @Dean Deki true, perfectly described, we have the version with washers and the vacuum adjusted headlights, when i installed the led lights, i was unable to control them, therefore went back to old bulbs. Which someone still give it that vintage look. Hope the make a warm led that bright. I also have a back curtain problem, i can hear the motor turning but the actual curtain doesn't go up and down, it seems that teeth like plastic white in the tube is broken.

[@tisoy909]

Very nice! I think just need to adjust the aim of the beams a little bit.

[@straybenzes]

These bulbs come with a little Allen wrench that will allow for you to move the LED assembly so you can adjust the focus / beam. I am very pleased with the results. Nothing for purists, but great for folks who use their cars as daily drivers.

[@cdsandiego]

Interesting alternative to incandescent! I'll consider this as an option, but I'm concerned about heat. If the bulb fan fails but the light doesn't, then I could see the bulb fusing to the socket if it got too hot (?).

[@straybenzes]

Thanks! I was skeptical at first also especially as there is a lot of stuff that needs to be crammed back into the headlight housing. I did this on two cars and I have to say that heat has not been a problem and they have worked flawlessly since installation. The "bulbs" have built in fans to keep them cool. I would be more concerned about the wiring. Good luck however you decide how to proceed from here.

[@fredericky4873]

Hi Ralph You helped so much with my lighting problem; I was curious if you had any experience with rebuilding or a rebuilder for hydropneumatic SLS shocks. I have one on my 91 560SEC starting to weep. Thnx! F

[@straybenzes]

I honestly know of no way to rebuild those shocks. Unfortunately, the rod seal is not the only thing that wears on this part. Very often the internals are worn and no longer provide a smooth ride. There are a lot of cars still being parted out and you can get lucky finding good used parts.

[@wernerdanler2742]

Wow Ralph, that is a dramatic difference! I thought LEDs were supposed to run a lot cooler than regular bulbs, so why do they need a cooling fan? I also remember someone converting tail lights to LEDs and got a bulb out indicator because they draw a lot less juice. They had to put a resistor in the line. Maybe these have one built in? I hate buying Chinese stuff and do not understand why people cannot manufacture things here since most of this stuff is machine made. Lets see if they stand the test of time. Did you notice if they had bulbs for my 2001 e320? My lenses are covered with calcium deposits and I cannot get it off so that in itself would make a difference in my output. I think previous owners used tap water, with high mineral content, in the sprayer.

[@straybenzes]

I am not sure why the cooling fans are needed, but the bulbs are not throwing a fault. I could not find any bulbs that were not made in China. Let's see how long these will last. Good luck with your E320. There are H7 light bulb conversion kits around like this one: www.amazon.com/Aukee-Headlight-Lumens-Extremely-Conversion/dp/B07FRC77GX/ref=sr_1_4?crid=IPTJFVTVG42K&keywords=h7+led+headlight+bulb&qid=1582478316&sprefix=H7+%2Caps%2C170&sr=8-4

[@alialabs7082]

Nice Video all time :) good conditions on yours MB ☝️🤗

[@straybenzes]

Thank you, Sir.

[@JeffFermi]

hello, thank you very much for your video. so I just buy it, but I find out that when I turn high beam on, the check light sign was on, for low beam it is not on, is this an issue happens to you? do you know what might cause it and how can I eliminate it? thanks

[@straybenzes]

Strangely enough, the light bulb indicator only goes off when you flash the high beams with the main lights on. That does not happen on the 300SDL. I have not devised a solution to this issue as the indicator does not provide a permanent nuisance alarm.

[@fredericky4873]

Thanks Ralph... I now discovered that my headlight switch on my 91 560sec is getting sticky! Have you done a video on replacing the headlight switch yet? Is it best to remove instrument cluster or go from below? Thnx again!

[@straybenzes]

No need to remove the instrument cluster. This can all be done from below the dash

[@fredericky4873]

@@straybenzes thanks Ralph!

[@straybenzes]

@@fredericky4873 You bet!

[@davidg3924]

Im curious do you know if this will work for a euro spec car? from the video your cars seem to be running th e US spec headlights...

[@straybenzes]

The European H4 55/60W bulbs should also be available as LED. The only one I could find was this one: www.auxito.com/products/9003-led-bulb-h4-hb2-led-headlight-bulb-12000-lumen?currency=USD&variant=20147633225801&Google%20Shopping&gclid=Cj0KCQiA45qdBhD-ARIsAOHbVdHjZjpdA6kslNL5CiIJ_pTKjbaK3iQQdV1vaRokg0xGc2ej4X_wILAaAqtDEALw_wcB In theory this should work. Try at your own risk and please share your experience should you move forward with the installation. Good luck!

[@mikee6220]

Can you do an update on how long the light bulbs lasted?

[@straybenzes]

Good idea. Will work on that next. Thx.

[@cino4919]

Mine gave an orange light on the dashboard. Guess have to solder some resistors. ( Euro headlights w126 )

[@straybenzes]

That is really odd.

[@cino4919]

@@straybenzes Maybe it's the euro models. The orange dash light also flashes when a bulb is dead. The LEDs are about 35watts and H4 headlight hi/lo bulbs are 55watts.

[@straybenzes]

@@cino4919 Could be. What model year is this?

[@mygermancars7264]

So its 2 years later, how are the LED's holding up? any issues? Thanks JL

[@straybenzes]

Knock on wood: So far four cars have been converted with not one single reliability issue.

[@mygermancars7264]

@@straybenzes Great thanks I just bought some for our 92 W124 Torch beam , will be putting a video up soon, Happy Holidays!

[@straybenzes]

@@mygermancars7264 Thanks, and good luck.

[@BenzMa]

Thanks for video. What was price for pair of led lights via Amazon? And how to connect plugs?

[@straybenzes]

They cost $50 for a pair. The stock plug fits right into the bulb's receptacle. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T1QKLXY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@BenzMa]

@@straybenzes thank you once again

[@BenzMa]

@@straybenzes actually they fits H4 bulb which is on w126

[@straybenzes]

@@BenzMa Yes, Sir.

[@inovahightechltd]

@Stray Benzes Hi Ralf, It has been a year now since you installed them, how are they holding up? Thanks Peter

[@straybenzes]

So far three cars were converted to LEDs and there has not been a single issue. I am actually for once positively surprised by a relatively cheap Made with pride in China part.

[@inovahightechltd]

@@straybenzes thanks Ralf, I just ordered a set from your Amazon link. Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year

[@straybenzes]

@@inovahightechltd Nice. Good luck!

[@inovahightechltd]

@@straybenzes hi Ralf, so they came in. Correct 9004 same of what it says in my manual until I get to the car. I have to admit, I hadn’t done anything with the headlights since I got the car and the lights were working as intended. The first thing I saw when I pulled the old bulb out was the vacuum element inside the headlight and then it dawned on me that those headlights are not the original one’s Anyway, tried to fit the 9004 then after some ……. I looked at the bulb and it’s a 9003. So I just ordered another set for 9003 H4 - should be here next Tuesday and I fixed the driver side headlight because the internal reflector had come loose. Have a merry Christmas! Peter

[@straybenzes]

@@inovahightechltd That was a nasty little surprise. Hoping the other ones will fit properly.

[@franzelademir]

Wow

[@straybenzes]

The LEDs are a really good value for folks who use their classic Benz as a daily driver.

[@allanriches9381]

How has these led light bulbs lasted, any issues.

[@straybenzes]

I have converted 4 cars so far since the video aired and there have been no issues since. Knock on wood....

[@WooberGoober]

Thank you. Just purchased these thru the provided link. The set that I received came with a couple extra bulbs- did you get these, and if so, were you able to use them in the interior somewhere?

[@straybenzes]

You got a great deal then. I did not get any extra bulbs. I have converted all interior and door bulbs to LED. Currently LED bulbs are not bright enough for the tail light assemblies (at least for my taste).

[@JeffFermi]

hi where did you buy those led light bulbs for interior and door? thanks@@straybenzes

[@straybenzes]

@@JeffFermi Amazon had the best price for these bulbs.

[@jolyanosjones1630]

why you do not have w140 or w124...always126w...thanks

[@straybenzes]

Good point. Interesting enough the W124 and W140 have many similarities to the W126. I may tackle them in the future, but for now I will stick to W126 and perhaps W212 content.

[@dutchdeno]

Stray Benzes w123 and w126 is the last of the superior build quality

[@straybenzes]

@@dutchdeno Absolutely. The W124 does belong there also. I am not so sure about the W140 and anything after 1996. After a really bad experience with a W210 I would not consider getting a Benz made between 2000 and 2009.

[@dutchdeno]

Stray Benzes I agree, what about the wire harness issues with the w124 ? Apart from that they are good.

[@straybenzes]

@@dutchdeno That was a good thought that backfired on them (and on the W140). I had two 400E of which one did have electrical gremlin issues, but the 1992 one was among the best Benz' I have owned.

[@jkhan5245]

Could you post a link to where you bought these from?

[@straybenzes]

Thanks. I put the link into the video description. Good luck.

[@WhiteEagle76771]

Will these work for 190e?

[@straybenzes]

Yup. That is the same light bulb. Check the LED mfgs website for fitment advice.

[@tientrinh943]

Why take off the base? It’s seems fine with me not doing that

[@straybenzes]

You probably do not have to do that, but trying to line the base up by itself was an interesting task. Personally I found it to be easier to put them in base first and then the bulb.

[@johnewusi-ansah4000]

Will these same LEDs work for a W124?

[@straybenzes]

The US version W124 should also be using this 9004 type bulb. So yes, the bulb should fit. Good luck!

[@Oregon696969]

Are you still endorsing these?

[@straybenzes]

Much to my own amazement these LED bulbs are actually totally worth their money. Not a single problem so far and the brightness makes driving at night actually fun. I can still recommend that type and brand.

[@Oregon696969]

@@straybenzes Thanks. Just ordered a pair. Not sure if I will start with W124 or my W126.

[@straybenzes]

@@Oregon696969 Sure hope you will like them. All the best.

[@rickwhite3421]

My 83 W126 will be alot easier mine has sealed beam headlights 😁

[@straybenzes]

The US versions can be tricky at times, huh?

[@Scotty4806]

Classic Mercedes white Led ?.... really?..

[@straybenzes]

Yup. If this had been a full restoration I would think twice about that, but these are daily drivers. It's not like you have to do it ;)