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Old Jun 20, 2011 | 07:53 AM
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DEPO LED vs OEM JDM LED

Alright folks, compare and contrast time. Please let me know how the DEPO LED is against OEM JDM LED version. Thanks
 
Old Jun 28, 2011 | 06:15 PM
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what do u mean compare? OEM>replica simple as that. I have not had a set of the DEPO LEDs but I have read about them not fitting as well, needing to modify the plugs for the bulb and also the LEDs being brighter on one side then the other.
 
Old Jun 28, 2011 | 07:35 PM
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The depots dont fit perfect and are not as bright. More chance of burning LED's. However as far as any NON OEM light, the depot is the best you can get.
 
Old Jun 28, 2011 | 07:58 PM
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I used to have Depot LED tails for my GE and the only complaint that the seams were not very flattering IMO - you can see them through the lens and they are not very clean. It appears that they are hot melted(?) and you can see it if you look closely. I haven't seen the OEM LEDs yet, but I would assume the seams would be cleaner. Also, if you look closely at the satin silver, you can see that there are some areas where they didnt spray enough paint.

This might be just specific to the ones that I received.

All in all, they are nice for the $$$
 
Old Jun 29, 2011 | 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by JDMchris.com
The depots dont fit perfect and are not as bright. More chance of burning LED's. However as far as any NON OEM light, the depot is the best you can get.
What Chris said...and the construction isnt high quality as OEM...I am only talking about GD ones
 
Old Jun 29, 2011 | 04:47 PM
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I do have to say though as far as aftermarket lights out there DEPO does make a very good product.
 
Old Jun 29, 2011 | 07:25 PM
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They aren't perfect, but nobody, including yourself (unless you are super anal) are going to notice or care. I think they are fantastic, and having the lights up a little higher, and brighter is great. They way they cut on is more arresting, and grabs attention.
 
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