Lighted Pony Project (back it!)

[RickMachE]

Installation video just popped up as a Recommended video notification on my phone!

It's only part 1. Part 2 is the actual install and that doesn't appear to exist yet.

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[RickMachE]

I'm unclear as to whether there is currently inventory to ship out if someone orders?

 

[KevinS]

Since my car is silver, I'm debating about painting the black to silver to match... @supared , based on the material you used, does that seem like a viable idea?

 

[generaltso]

I'm unclear as to whether there is currently inventory to ship out if someone orders?

The current order page says that they're expected to ship out by the end of August. Based on the results so far, I think it's likely that they will, but just be aware that there's no guarantee.

 

[jsteach]

It's only part 1. Part 2 is the actual install and that doesn't appear to exist yet.

Here is the link for installation:
https://emails.kickstarter.com/ss/c...4/gNcDf9DM4FFrAb6PBS_pXdPcFp-D1KWEN1wubCaNmXU

 

[supared]

Sorry, I'm getting a little confused with all the back and forth. Just to clarify, do I have it correct that the Job 2 Premiums (late 2021 built premiums) do NOT require running to the BCM through the firewall? Or is that still not confirmed?

The base plan in my mind was the BCM wire. When I found the shortcut, that was a nice improvement. I do wish everyone had that. Eventually, I will make install easier.

It is not confirmed what is the driving factor for the harness differences. Because of the demand for install videos, I've been bouncing around doing installs and also keeping other things going. I have not had time to confirm. While I couldn't sleep last night (lol), I realized it is probably as simple as "High Series" headlights versus "Low Series" headlights. I don't think the "Premium" wiring manuals are accurate. I think only cars with "Low Series" headlights have a green/orange wire for signal turn-on.

I recommend using the Facebook Live video to help with install, with or without the Green/Orange. It is currently the best source. I am about to trim it down and post to my Facebook soon. I will also update my instructions.

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[supared]

Ready soon - slimmed down wiring instruction from the live video. This gives the best recommendations for wiring regardless of headlights/model.

Wiring Instructions

 

[supared]

I'm unclear as to whether there is currently inventory to ship out if someone orders?

I have all raw materials for these orders - that's why they were limited to 110. The lead time is because they are "built-to-order." They are currently being assembled. I have some space between builds to get feedback from installations. I will resume 1st Place builds in a few days.

 

[RickMachE]

@supared It would be helpful to make a list of trims, and job (job 1 2021, job 2 2021, job 1 2022) and make a list of whether the wire was available at the headlight, or you had to go to the BCM. I have watched this latest video (part 3 wiring), but it's not clear to me. Since we can't see the wiring without removing the frunk, and you're opening multiple cars, you can at least make a list of what you've found.

It would also be helpful if you made a chart something like this:

- Pony on all times - MIGHT need to go to BCM
- Pony on only when headlights are on - Don't need to go to BCM

Note that the above is NOT necessarily correct, I just typed an example. No one should follow this.

 

[Megabueno]

@supared It would be helpful to make a list of trims, and job (job 1 2021, job 2 2021, job 1 2022) and make a list of whether the wire was available at the headlight, or you had to go to the BCM. I have watched this latest video (part 3 wiring), but it's not clear to me. Since we can't see the wiring without removing the frunk, and you're opening multiple cars, you can at least make a list of what you've found.

It would also be helpful if you made a chart something like this:

- Pony on all times - MIGHT need to go to BCM
- Pony on only when headlights are on - Don't need to go to BCM

Note that the above is NOT necessarily correct, I just typed an example. No one should follow this.

there’s another theory John has that will not require opening up the car. I’m installing an auto liftgate for another car this AM and will test his theory today as well. If this theory holds true then there’s really no need for a chart.

his theory has to do with the low/high series lighting. You see theres two different headlight styles. How can you tell the difference? Simple, but looking to see how your headlights are configure.

 

[generaltso]

there’s another theory John has that will not require opening up the car. I’m installing an auto liftgate for another car this AM and will test his theory today as well. If this theory holds true then there’s really no need for a chart.

his theory has to do with the low/high series lighting. You see theres two different headlight styles. How can you tell the difference? Simple, but looking to see how your headlights are configure.

I believe the only trims with Low Series are Select and CA RTE 1.

 

[RickMachE]

What defines whether a car has high or low series?

 

[generaltso]

What defines whether a car has high or low series?

The easiest way to tell is to look for the 3 vertical LED strips that are only on the High Series. Premium and GT variants have High. Select and CA1 have Low.

 

[RickMachE]

The easiest way to tell is to look for the 3 vertical LED strips that are only on the High Series. Premium and GT variants have High. Select and CA1 have Low.

So the easiest way is knowing what trim you have...

Pics of my 2021 Premium look to be high (sold). Not opening garages to check my 2022, but can tomorrow.

 

[generaltso]

So the easiest way is knowing what trim you have...

Right. If you know what trim you have, it should be pretty easy to decipher. ?

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