The Diode Dynamics SL1 LED Headlight REVIEW - Incredible Upgrade!
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The Diode Dynamics SL1 LED headlight checks off all the boxes: great output, OEM focus, reliable heat management, solid warranty, fits both projector and reflector, and is DESIGNED AND MADE IN THE USA! Let's check out all of the details! geni.us/DDSL1
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Diode Dynamics SL1 Specifications
- Measured Lumens: 1630 (per bulb)
- Color Temp (CCT): 6000k
- Power (watts): 20.2
- Operating Voltage: 5-16V
- Current (amps @ 13.2V): 1.58 Polarity:
- Polarity Specific LED Emitter: Luxeon Z ES
- Connector(s): OEM-Size Plug and Play
- Driver Features: External, Waterproof, Constant Current
- Materials: Copper PCB, PP-TD30 Base, Zinc Heatsink
- Cooling: Active, Mag-Lev Microfan
- Compliance Ratings: FMVSS108 Beam Pattern, SAE J575 Durability Test
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▬ A NOTE ON USING LEDs AS HEADLIGHTS ▬
LED lights are legal for fog light, off-road, ATV, snowmobile, and racing applications. The are not to be used for street use in halogen headlights in the USA. This video provided as a guide and using LED lights illegally is at the viewer's discretion.
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Awesome video - we appreciate the support!
Keep making great products!
Simply the best company IMO for aftermarket LEDs. I only run Diode Dynamics LED/Lights in my truck now.
Couldn't agree more! People ask me what the BEST LED headlights are...but for the money... DD makes the closest to OEM quality. Not the brightest, but the bright ones don't always last as long. And customer service is off the charts.
I just ordered a set of SL1 LEDs for my Ford Escape Titanium. I cannot wait to see the difference they will make! Thank you for the great video!
Glad it helped. Let me know how they work out when you get them!
Aaron B how is the output of the SL1 on your escape?
@@darrencalderon Yeah, did they work out for your as well as they worked out for me? Let us know!
I think Diode Dynamics has a reputation for quality. Most others try to sell with fantastic claims, lies and low cost. In the future I plan to use DD because if quantity and reliability.
In America, I trusted all my auto lighting to Diode Dynamic. The Best!!
They do make some good stuff! Have you seen this one? czcams.com/video/h3AC_MOGiK4/video.html
Thanks for the review on these, they must be of some decent quality to have videos on them. Grabbing a pair asap.
Yes...these are indeed OEM quality in my book. Check out my other channel, carlightreviews.com for more light reviews with actual lux testing done.
Just placed a order for 2020 Tacoma headlight low beam and led fog light assembly. Hope I won’t be disappointed... Great review!!!
Thanks! Glad it helped.
These lights are awesome for a premium LED headlight replacement.
Just installed the SL-1’s on my Ram 1500 with reflector headlamps yesterday. It made a huge difference in visibility! I plan on ordering another set for my 2019 Highlander with projector style headlights. I hope it makes the same kind of improvement 🤞
Yes, they work awesomely in projectors.
Great walk thru on these headlights! Sweet sticker! Just got my headlights in and getting ready to install them!
Glad you liked it. But...what sticker? Anyway...let me know how they work out for you, and I like your channel. You got a new subscriber.
What was the outcome?
Very tempted to get these but I've had 2-3 of their LED tail lights, license plate bulbs and trunk lights just up and die on me. Threw in Sylvania LEDs in their place and had zero issues.
How long ago did you buy them? Did you reach out to them to see if they can do anything for you? They typically have a decent warranty. I know these SL1's have a 3 year warranty so you don't have anything to lose...at least for 3 years. :) . I know that some of their other stuff like tail lights and such is (or WAS) indeed imported, that's how they got started but as I mentioned in my video, these suckers are designed and made right here in the US.
@@InJasonsGarage it was some time earlier this year. I know they have a warranty for them. I went through it just for the bulbs to fail again later.
Maybe something is wrong with your electrical wiring. I've had XP80 rear taillights, turn signals and reverse lights on three different cars. For over two years. 1992 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 2001 Subaru Outback and 2008 Subaru Forester. Not one problem yet. I want to try the SL1 but right now I have the Headlight Revolution S V.4 Supernova H1 low, 9005 hi and 9006 fog. No complaints from that company either.
@@ricardomolina4605 how is the supernova going? I'm also doing some research for my 2008 Impreza
I just installed a pair of @diodedynamics SL1's yesterday in my sonata's projectors, they are top quality and easy to install. I have to play with either the aim, or the collar bc they are all over at the moment. Hopefully I can get them sorted bc these are super bright and a perfect match to my led driving lights
What kind of vehicle did you put them in?
@@InJasonsGarage Its a 2017 Hyundai Sonata with the projector low beams. They were super nice looking (looking at the car), but just didn't work well from behind the wheel. There was a dark spot on top of the beam pattern of each light, and just not enough throw of the light down the road.
I really need to replace the sealed beam lights on m '02 Trans Am with truck lights and these LEDs. Thanks Jason.
Glad it helped! :)
Awesome video! Been looking at the Diode Dynamics SL1 LEDs for a while. Going to get a pair for the high beems in my '19 Escape SEL. By the way, I watched all the way to the end man... sticke... sunglasses... I want them!!!
Too funny, I wondered how long it would take for someone to claim them. Email me your shipping address at jason@injasonsgarage.com and I will send them out to you!
@@InJasonsGarage Info sent! Thanks!
I’ve been watching your reviews on this channel and your new channel, car light reviews. Thanks for your work and detailed info! I’m looking for a halogen to LED conversion for my projectors. While they are older, I’m into the SL1 three year warranty and apparent QC offered with these lights. I know there are higher performers out of the box, today;however, is quality a trade off with those? - high performing LEDs that die off in a year or two may not be worth the investment if the SL1 is quantitatively superior to OEM and will out last the competition. Please share your thoughts. Have you considered adding a longevity test to your metrics?
I agree with your assessment. Sure, there are lights that are brighter and cheaper, but the longevity is in question for sure. I have considered doing a longevity test, but I haven't figured out a good way to do it. I am open to suggestions.
Do you drive in rain /inclement weather often? How does the led color impact vision during high moisture content air? Is there a lot of wash out? Any dark spots? 300 more lumens over a halogen bulb doesn't do much if it isn't in the right places...I'm still not a true believer in aftermarket LED drop ins....
I myself do not drive in bad weather much as I live in the south, but LED upgrades that are are SUPER bright might not be good for that. The SL1 might not be so bad as it is not overdriven, but still a bit brighter than stock. Some companies like DDM make lights that are 4500k which might be e bit better for snow.
I have been using drop-in LED upgrades for almost 10 years, and they are getting better for sure. B TW...if you haven't seen it, check out this video czcams.com/video/h3AC_MOGiK4/video.html. Also have a look at my other channel, www.carligthreviews.com. 😁
Hey Jason.. I drive 2019 Honda CR-V. I would like to upgrade my headlights and fog lights from
Halogen to LED. Does diode dynamics sell lights for Honda? Do you have any video where i can see the brightness?
Yes, they do for my Accord at least. Unfortunately they do not offer high beams, only low beams and fog lights it seems.
Great review
Thanks!
Do you prefer these or the Precision LED lights? Trying to decide what I should upgrade the wife to. Thanks for the uploads!
Hard to say as I have never used Precision LED lights. 🤣 However, you should REALLY check out my other channel, www.carlightreviews.com. That's where I have been doing LED light reviews and lux testing for the past year.
@@InJasonsGarage LOL, for some reason I thought the review you did on Auxito LED lights were for Precision LED's, smh (I skipped to the 'Testing' part; maybe I should've watched the entire thing from beginning to end, doh!). When I searched for 'precision led reviews' your video came up third. I'll check the other channel out, thanks!
@@rotitnhoj Ha! No worries at all! Hit me with any more questions you have!
Did you have to align the headlights after installing the SL1s?
I always advocate that each time you change bulbs, you test the alignment for safety and effectiveness.
How’d the DD SL1’s do over time? Thanks!
Very well considering that they are OEM quality without the fluff. But...if you are looking for LED headlight upgrades, check out my other channel at www.carlightreviews.com.
looks real nice but I did all vette lights after watching your other video!
Cool, Vette-Lights is still the best resource I have found for headlight upgrades on the C6 Corvette. I have been searching, but no one makes a good LED upgrade for the factory C6 Corvette HID yet. There's some out there, but they are terrible and definitely not worth even trying. If any company makes a good LED replacement for the D series HID, they will sell a ton of them. (Cough-cough...Diode Dynamics? Can you make it happen?)
@@InJasonsGarage just got my high beams in, did you have to jack up the vette when you installed yours?
@@leedimatteo5078 I haven't changed the ones in the Corvette yet. :) I have a full set from Vette-Lights that I have ready to install when I do a headlight swap later this year. I am going to go from Switchblade Silver to Gloss Black, and I'll be taking the front bumper cover off to do it...because while I am there...I am going to do some other work that I have planned. :)
Hello. How long is your SL1 LED pairs holding up? I need to replace my aftermarket LED H11 soon. Right side seemed a bit weaker and sometimes it turned off itself randomly for just one second. it's Hikari 6000K. Its inexpensive LED headlight. I bought this in 2019. I also had NINEO 6K H11 went out in 2019 since purchased in 2017. So I don't care how bright it is. I really want is a great reliability. I'm thinking of buying a really expensive LED headlight pairs. I'm a cheap person lol...but now I seriously consider trying out the expensive LED headlight ONLY IF they are really high quality and made well. Any thoughts?
They are holding up GREAT. When people ask me for recommendations of headlight upgrades, I almost always include the SL1 in the list for quality and reliability.
Does diode dynamics h11 work as a low and high beam ? You never mentioned anything about that. I.hope you still answering questions. Thanks bruh
The H11 size is a single filament LED light...so it does not have a low and high set of chip pairs like an H4, H13, 9007, etc. What size does your vehicle take?
ive purchased the sl1 h11 for tacoma, but at the bottom of the box its says for fog lights use inly in the usa.....did i get the right h11?
Yes, you got the right DD SL1 H11. DD has to say that because...
"LED lights are legal for fog light, off-road, ATV, snowmobile, and racing applications in the USA. They are not to be used for street use in halogen housings in the USA. This video provided as a guide and using LED lights illegally is at the viewer's discretion."
Aren't you not supposed to put LED in a reflector housing? It just scatters the light and they are so much brighter they it blinds others. Same with HIDs. They have to go into projector housings.
In many cases, that is correct but it all depends on how the reflector is designed. However, note that these are specifically designed for both projector AND reflector style headlights.
Can you do an update on these on your new channel?
I would, but I think while the SL1 is a GREAT light. However, I think it is getting long in the tooth and my _opinion_ is that it is time for DD to make an upgraded version, considering some of the lights I have tested on www.carlightreviews.com over the past year. Check it out.
How are these bulbs in a projection lense?
Love it
Is Auxito still good and running? Can you compare those two brands? Thanks
Yes, the Auxito is still doing great, but I always wonder for how long. I keep backups in the car, just in case.
Do they look factory? 🤔
No, they are nothing like factory. They are an upgrade to factory incandescent bulbs.
@@InJasonsGarage I worded it wrong 😂 do they look like alot of oem LED headlights on the road?
Ah! OK. Yes, they look exactly like OEM LED lights, especially with projector housings.
You have great videos and it's very helpful. I have a 2020 Dodge Charger Scat Pack Widebody and want to replace the stock halogen headlight bulbs with the Diode SL1 Led kit. I already have Diode led side markers installed and love their product and fitment. Do i need to also purchase the Diode Dynamics anit-flicker canbus modules too????
I would purchase the modules as I believe your car will need them.
www.diodedynamics.com/vehicles-with-known-canbus-systems
@@InJasonsGarage Thank you
@@InJasonsGarage I decided to go with the GTR Ultra 2 led set up on my 2020 Charger. Have you tested that Led yet?
@@bkny6798 I have a pair of them on my workbench, in line to be tested. What do you think of them so far?
@@InJasonsGarage I'm waiting to receive them now. But i'm not sure if they will fit my 2020 Charger Widebody with driver and anti-flicker module behind my dust cap. Headlight Revolution isn't 100% certain either but i'm gonna give it a try when they arrive and if not they suggest the SV 4 Leds for my car. Have you tested the SV 4 yet? I definitely know that the Diode Dynamic SL 1 will fit with all the stuff behind the dust cap.
The question is do they reach out further
That is a great question but it depends on the reflector in the housing. I was at PRI last weekend, and stopped by the Diode Dynamics display to chat with them. I asked why some headlights are perfect for LED upgrades and others have some slight scatter. They explained that it is because the reflector simply wasn't designed to handle that much light output and in some cases, the light may not reach as far as it would with a reflector designed for the light output the LED unit creates.
In my case, do they reach out further? Yes, without a doubt compared to stock.
It's been a year. How's it holding up?
Been almost 2 years, actually. Still holding up great. I "borrowed" them from the Jeep (which is now my wife's vehicle...she wasn't happy) and put them in my Colorado for a while. I am prepping to do a full Diode Dynamics lighting upgrade for the Colorado...and got another set of the SL1s so my wife can have hers back.
@@InJasonsGarage sounds good man ! Glad you're sticking with it. I was about to get these for my high beam/drl for my Lexus, but I contacted the company the SL1 does not dim down :( gonna be a pass for me unfortunately.
What about luxes test?
This was before I was doing lux tests (I think 🤓). I was thinking of going back through and retesting the ones that I reviewed in the past with my lux meter and see how they actually do
Are they brighter then my 5K HIDs?
That's very hard to say. How bright are your HIDs?
Just got mine for a 2009 Accord….😈
What do you think of them?
I want them
You can buy 'em! Hit the link in the description.
Oh... nevermind. I'll stay with HIDs