I picked up two sets of LED bulbs from David@Tunerdome one for myself and for another member. I have had these bulbs for at least 6 months now and wanted to give a through review and see how they hold up in real life usage. I am in no way, shape or form have any affiliation with tunerdomes, this is just a third party review on the bulbs!
I ordered the bright white and their name says it all BRIGHT. They are highly visible and illuminates very nicely. I have received lots of compliments from other AZers and random people (not only for my car ) I sent David a few emails back and forth asking how they work (no bulb light for cluster), warranty, etc on the bulbs. He replied quick and answered all questions I had for him. So far experience was great.
Pricing:
The bulbs where respectfully $30ish and to be honest I was hesitant in buying considering, that it is a lot of money for just a pair of bulbs. However, considering that other companies are selling them for more I figured why not. IMHO, I think the bulbs are worth it. I could have gone the less expensive route and bought a set of led bulbs and used external resistors but trying to figure out which resistor I need, where to locate the resistor, etc was too much hassle for me. I figured, for 30ish I could just do a straight plug and play and call it a day, which is exactly what happened!
Shipping:
Shipping took approx 3-4 from when I ordered as the bulbs where in stock. Fast and easy!
Overall:
Overall I am extremely happy and I am certain the other AZer will chime in with his thoughts on the bulbs. The rear of my car looks soooo much better with the whiteness of the bulbs and it transformers the overall exterior appearance (at night) into a more luxurious look. Most importantly, I have tired these bulbs on my friends s4 and NO BULB LIGHT OUT warning. I plan on buying the LED interior set from David in the near future, so stay tuned for that review.
Added bonus:
Maybe some of you are interested in buying a set? Promo code: QUATTRO11, save a few bucks to help you save on shipping!
I'd like to see what they look like without a Photoshop'd license plate. I personally don't understand why people distort their plates when it's public knowledge any time you take your car out in public. Regardless, they look good, I just want to see them without the swirl distraction.
David at Tunerdomes is good people .. helped me out and took care of issues I had with the early production models of that bulb without hesitation. I also recommend Tunerdomes bulbs. They work and Cost less than Other brands!
So far I have them on several family and friends cars including my own .... my oldest set is from February 2009 and are still working great!
Old model error correction
New Model Error Correction + Brighter than previous model
ok updated with better pics
These are the 1yr+ old units .. still going strong !
Close up
At a distance
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09 Q5 Ibis White. Prem+, B&O, ZiZa Pure Yellow Fogs, Clear Bra,Tunerdome LED Plate Bulbs, VIM, Vag'd
06 MkV 2.0T United Grey. APR-Stage2+, PSS10's, S3 IC, S3 Dv Reloc, Ceramic 50% all + Air 80 windshield, Satin Black Roof,
05 XB Silvermist. TRD/Waydo Springs/Struts/Sways, Injen CAI
arghhhh! i bought them a week ago! missed out on the coupon :(
i havent installed them yet, but i've tried taking out the old bulb. i managed to do that, but i can't seem to get the screw all the way in like it was before... help?
arghhhh! i bought them a week ago! missed out on the coupon :(
i havent installed them yet, but i've tried taking out the old bulb. i managed to do that, but i can't seem to get the screw all the way in like it was before... help?
yea it was a lil tough getting the screw back as there is not a whole lot of space for you to move around.
just make sure the cover is snapped back in place and the screw is entering straight and you should not have a prob.
I'd like to see what they look like without a Photoshop'd license plate. I personally don't understand why people distort their plates when it's public knowledge any time you take your car out in public. Regardless, they look good, I just want to see them without the swirl distraction.
RESTRICTIONS:
*ANY Audi A3. Sorry A3 owners.
*2010 - Present TTS. *Special Option - A4 Color Display Dash. Sorry all you "Special" People, we're working on it! <** does this mean if you have this they won't work?
*ANY S4 models. Sorry S4 owners.
*2002 - 2009 (W211) Mercedes Benz E Class
2007 A4 Avant 2.0T 6MT
S-Line
Titanium Package
Quartz Gray
Carbonio Intake
Stasis Exhaust
ER FMIC
APR GT2871R
I purchased the new style from Dave a few months back and still got the bulb out warning(red display). If you search around it seems that its a hit or miss on our cars...weather or not you have the color display or the red display.
Installed a resistor on mine and now it works like a charm.
I purchased the new style from Dave a few months back and still got the bulb out warning(red display). If you search around it seems that its a hit or miss on our cars...weather or not you have the color display or the red display.
Installed a resistor on mine and now it works like a charm.
Had these on my old A4 with red dis, and no warnings. Now I have color dis, and want to make sure I don't get the warning.. I miss these bulbs! Looking forward to picking up a set if they'll plug and play with color display..
arghhhh! i bought them a week ago! missed out on the coupon :(
i havent installed them yet, but i've tried taking out the old bulb. i managed to do that, but i can't seem to get the screw all the way in like it was before... help?
what I found to help is removing the license plate frame (if you have one) + license plate, which gives you some more access. From there, you can use a small screw driver to access the screws. Once removed, just reinsert and try to wiggle the housing in so you see the screw hole. The key, that I found is inserting the screw in as straight as possible and force it in...if you insert screw in any angle other than straight it will not go in the whole way.
for everyone else, sent dave the email about DIS, from my experience I have not had any bulb warning out.
Updated pics .... I noticed that the older models are more of a 4200k looking white light with a slight blueish tint and the newer ones are rated at 6k .... maybe ill change my old ones to some new ones..
09 Q5 Ibis White. Prem+, B&O, ZiZa Pure Yellow Fogs, Clear Bra,Tunerdome LED Plate Bulbs, VIM, Vag'd
06 MkV 2.0T United Grey. APR-Stage2+, PSS10's, S3 IC, S3 Dv Reloc, Ceramic 50% all + Air 80 windshield, Satin Black Roof,
05 XB Silvermist. TRD/Waydo Springs/Struts/Sways, Injen CAI
S4 mods: Exterior: Oettinger Front l Kerscher Skirts & CF lip l E-Code Bix l Air Lift | Accuair | 19" Rotiform NUE Interior: Morel Tempo l Hertz ES300 Subs l Audison LRX 5.1K Amp l Pioneer AVIC-D3 l Custom Suede Headliner l RS4 pedals l Carbon Fiber Trim l Neuspeed Short Shifter Speed: REVO l Fullback Fast Intentions Exhaust | Race Downpipes l Stratmosphere Hyperflow Intake
So you did try these on a B7 S4 and they worked even though the site says they won't work on any S4's? Would love to pick these up if that's the case.
I tried these out on a 2006 Audi S4 (b7) and the bulbs did not throw a warning, however I would hate to miss inform you or tell you that these will in fact 100% not throw an error light. A member has replied that he had color and they did have a warning, but it appears from what he said it is a hit or miss with warning lights. I can only advise you with what I have seen first hand, which is no error light, but can't say with 100% certainty you will have the same results.
Originally Posted by damien
Aww man you are so lucky you swirled out your license plate! I was going to come to your home, steal your identity and take over your life!!!!!!
you know. . . everyone that sees you in the street can read your plates. you better swiirl them out in real life.
you know, someone already said this, so you are just being redundant which is blatantly useless. We get that people can read your plate from daily driving, I blurred out these plates out of respect for the AZ member who might not want the WHOLE world to see their plates as opposed to just local drivers. Please refrain for posting useless messages in this thread unless it is something conducive for everyone else.
I tried these out on a 2006 Audi S4 (b7) and the bulbs did not throw a warning, however I would hate to miss inform you or tell you that these will in fact 100% not throw an error light. A member has replied that he had color and they did have a warning, but it appears from what he said it is a hit or miss with warning lights. I can only advise you with what I have seen first hand, which is no error light, but can't say with 100% certainty you will have the same results.
I purchased the new style from Dave a few months back and still got the bulb out warning(red display). If you search around it seems that its a hit or miss on our cars...weather or not you have the color display or the red display.
Installed a resistor on mine and now it works like a charm.
X2 same for me but it worked out with resistors, otherwise its pretty damn bright.
finally something that works haha, ive been wanting to do this since the day i got my car but ppl were saying it will throw up a code...
i have a navi and all that jazz, will it interfere for whatever reason? I hear that +navi audi's are more temperamental.
So i bought these bulbs based off your review and now i am regretting it like crazy....i installed them and they didn't work.....then the light came on saying my licenseplate bulbs were out then....so i went back to stock bulbs and those don't work now any ideas???? did a fuse blow if maybe these bulbs are brighter??? Please Help
Brilliant Red APR Stage 2, Stasis Dual Exhaust , 034 HFC, Forge DV, Carbon Fiber door blades
So i bought these bulbs based off your review and now i am regretting it like crazy....i installed them and they didn't work.....then the light came on saying my licenseplate bulbs were out then....so i went back to stock bulbs and those don't work now any ideas???? did a fuse blow if maybe these bulbs are brighter??? Please Help
You sure you installed it right? Sounds very very odd. Maybe fuse check the fuse panel, nit sure if there is a fuse or not.
I did my entire car with david about two years ago. I have the color dispaly and always have the bulb out light. Has anything changed>>>
Chip/Custom Cat-back Exhaust w 2.25" piping w/ x-pipe and Thermal R&D mufflers/Stasis Coilovers/RS4 Sway/VMR V718's/15%Tint/Phantom Black Front Filler, Grille and Rear Diffuser/LED License Plate and Interior/CC Mod/Ziza City Lights/Ziza Yellow Fogs/Spoiler/Vag'd/S4 Mirrors/Carbon/K&N Drop In/Pioneer AVIC X120BT/Alpine REF 6.5 Components//JL Audio W6/JL 550.1 & 300.4/JL ZR Components/Laminix tails, etc...My Car is For Sale, Check the Classifieds
Oh yeah, BTW Randy i keep forgetting to inform you. You are WAY behind the power curve on this one, had this in early Nov 09. Its ok though you cannot beat everyone to everything when you are poor. Thanks for that savings though, I and alot of others appreciate it.
When you are working with LEDs, you have to remember there is a thing called polarity to consider. The circuits have to operate in a certain flow to not bottleneck themselves. if your lights dont work flip them around and switch em up, you will get it to work eventually.
) I sent David a few emails back and forth asking how they work (no bulb light for cluster), warranty, etc on the bulbs. He replied quick and answered all questions I had for him. So far experience was great. 
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