Installing angel eyes with your own hands: how to make, install, connect

How to fix angel eyes.

This connection method is not called “gentle” for nothing. The name comes from the fact that the eyes will automatically turn off when the high beam headlights are turned on. If you are going to use LED angel eyes, then this type of connection will have a beneficial effect on the process of use, as it will maximize the life of the lighting devices. There are two reasons for this at the same time.

How to fix angel eyes

The first is that the temperature of the diodes will be lower when used separately. The second is saving the life of diodes when they are turned off when necessary. When headlights and peepholes operate simultaneously, the latter practically do not stand out against the general background, which means they are useless in this case.

This installation method is not recommended for those who do not understand machine wiring. In this case, you better turn to the standard scheme.

1. We pass the wires into the engine compartment. 2. Next, after tightening the wires, we look for the pads and disconnect them. 3. In this case, the yellow wire should be responsible for the “+” dimensions. To connect the AG you need a relay. 4. We fix the relay in the car near the headlights. One relay goes to the right “mudguard”, the other to the left. 5. The yellow wire (“+” size) must be removed from the first part of the two-plug block. Next, connect the “mother” terminal to terminal “87” of the relay. 6. The “+” wires of the AG must be connected to the “30/51” terminal. 7. Connect ground to terminal “86” (complete the connection with the car and its body). 8. We are looking for a relay for the low/high beam (“mud flaps” of the car). 9. Branches are made from both relays to terminal “86”. It is best to make branches with a “mother” terminal. 10. Next, we solder diodes D1 and D2 to both branches. It is important to observe the polarity of the diodes; it can be checked with a tester. 11. Now you can connect the diodes to terminal “85” and the relay. 12. We do the same with the second side. When turning off the high beam peephole, you can also use an additional brightness control. With it, you can adjust the brightness of the angel eyes when glowing.

Below are other connection options.

Hello, dear friends! At one time, angel eyes on BMW cars made a splash on the market. It was optics of amazing beauty, especially in the dark. But even now fashion has not disappeared, and many people want to make angel eyes with their own hands.

In practice, there is nothing particularly complicated here. You will have to tinker, but the result will certainly please you. You can start from different instructions and manufacturing options. Some people use sites with videos that can be watched in parallel with taking notes in a notebook. Also on the Drive2 resource, motorists share their own experience of making peepholes, like those on a BMW.

I suggest you consider 3 interesting options. 2 of them are homemade and one more can be purchased online. The kit usually includes an ignition unit or a stabilizer, depending on the light source used.

A couple of important points

A car is a vehicle whose technical condition must meet certain standards and norms.
This means that any change in design requires prior technical expertise. If you follow the letter of the law, then the car owner must contact a specialized organization with an application “to make changes to the vehicle’s light signaling device.” The expert will conduct an examination and give an opinion on the vehicle’s compliance with the requirements of the Technical Regulations. A simple procedure at first glance has one significant drawback: the minimum cost of services is 5 thousand rubles. Not wanting to pay such a sum, many drivers continue to tune their car themselves, thereby violating Art. 12.5 Code of Administrative Offences. According to the article, every driver who independently installs angel eyes risks receiving a warning or a fine of 500 rubles. An exception is the installation of lamps emitting red light in front of the car, for which a penalty is imposed in the form of deprivation of rights for a period of 4 to 6 months.

Types of bilens

Bi-xenon lenses are distinguished by size and generation into the following types:

G-1 - first generation regular round lenses. They have a diameter of 80 mm and are designed for installation in headlights with an H-type socket. The standard G-1 kit includes two lenses with decorative lighting “angel eyes”, two lamps, mounting elements;
G-3 - third generation universal bi-xenon lenses. They have a round (sometimes oval) shape (diameter 110 mm) and can be installed in headlights with sockets of type H1, H7 and HB4. The kit includes the same items as the G-1;
G-5 is the smallest lens. Their diameter is only 64 mm, but their characteristics are in no way inferior to previous generations. G-5 is also universal and can be installed in headlights with H1, H4, H7, HB4 sockets. The composition of the set of these lenses may vary. It all depends on the manufacturer.

How to make and install angel eyes with your own hands

Making angel eyes will require maximum endurance, accuracy and creativity from the home craftsman. The main part for the glowing ring is a transparent plastic rod. These round rods must be able to withstand high temperatures. Typically, such rods are sold in curtain, curtain and blind shops.

Required tools:

pliers;
wire cutters;
hacksaw for metal;
file;
drill;
cutting wheel;
construction hair dryer;
soldering iron

For self-assembly you will need: a flat wide container for laying rods, a wide round container, for example, from a herring container, carbon insulating adhesive tape, 220 Ohm resistors, 4 LEDs at 3.5 volts, connectors, wires. One group uses 3 diodes, like on a tape. With a 220 Ohm resistor, the current at a voltage of 12 V will be about 10 Ma, and at 14 V - about 20 Ma.

The length of the rod is calculated by the formula: 3.14 x D, where D is the internal cross-section of the headlight. Cut the rod in place. Soften with a hairdryer or in hot water poured into a container. Take the tip with pliers and wrap it around the jar.

Keep it until it cools down. Solder resistors to the LED terminals. Take two diodes for each headlight

When soldering leads, it is very important not to confuse plus and minus

Remove the glass from the headlight and plug the hole. Hide the diodes on top so that they are not visible. The ring does not require fasteners; it is pressed against the reflector. The popular tuning has been completed and can be tested in night mode. Manufacturing from plexiglass and installation in headlights, manufacturing from LED strip is carried out in the same way.

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Fines and optics tuning

Many car enthusiasts are interested in whether angel eyes are allowed for installation in a passenger car? As already written earlier, in accordance with the UNECE and Rosstandart Rules, the car must be equipped with white headlights. By installing white angel eyes, the driver will be able to parade freely in front of road service employees.

Of course, if such lights are included in the vehicle's package by the manufacturer, they are not a violation of the design documentation. If the car has angel eyes of other colors - blue, red, yellow, green, purple, orange - the car inspection staff will definitely consider this a violation of the rules. There is no penalty for such a violation of the rules. However, part 3 of Article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses states: “shall entail deprivation of the right to drive vehicles for a period of six months to one year with confiscation of the specified instruments and accessories.”

A similar penalty is imposed for installing white lights on the rear grille, bumper and fenders of the car. Everything in the car must be done technically correctly, according to the rules, in accordance with the design and settings of the manufacturer. After installing colored angel eyes, the driver will have to walk for a year or six months and travel only by subway.

Modern tuning of lighting equipment involves many modifications and installation of additional devices. The most popular types of work:

installation of bi-xenon lenses;
installation of alternative optics;
installation of angel eyes in headlights;
angel eyes on fog lights;
angel eyes with inscription;
LED angel eyes.

When installing additional lighting devices, each car owner must check his actions with the rules and not violate the design of the vehicle and the established lighting standards. It is best to use LED technology, that is, LED lamps that give a cool and efficient glow.

Can I use red lenses?

Technically, the backlight can be any color, but don't choose blue and red. Traffic police officers regard the use of such colors in optics as an imitation of “flashing lights”, and will definitely want to talk to you about this. In extreme cases, they may even take the car to the impound lot. They react calmly to white, yellow or orange “angel eyes” (in most cases). Multi-colored lights are often considered by traffic police officers as a challenge and immediately cause an appropriate reaction.

What are the penalties for violation?

For those who like to argue, here are excerpts from the traffic rules.

For those who are slow-witted, sanctions are provided in the form of fines:

for citizens - 2.5 thousand rubles;
for officials - from 15 to 20 thousand rubles;
for legal entities - from 400 to 500 thousand rubles.

In addition, unauthorized devices and devices are confiscated. The violator also faces a ban on the operation of the vehicle with the removal of the seal.

Traffic police inspectors will probably issue a fine for such tuning.

Step-by-step instructions for making “angel eyes” for cars

First of all, you need to remove the headlight and dismantle the glass. To do this, heat the edge of the headlight glass with an industrial hair dryer to warm up the factory sealant. As an alternative method, you can put the headlight in the oven for 10–15 minutes at a temperature of 60–80 degrees. Then carefully pry the glass along the seam with a flat-head screwdriver until it begins to separate from the headlight. Most likely, you will have to make some efforts, but without “fanaticism” (the glass may break off or burst).

Preheat the sealant and be careful - the glass may break off when removed from the headlight.

The next step is to measure the exact diameter of the required ring and select the appropriate shape. A tin can, bottle, cup or other round object is suitable for this. Just keep in mind that the plastic will have to be very hot for it to begin to bend, so use items that are resistant to high temperatures.

Use pliers and gloves to avoid heat burns

Heat the plastic with a heat gun or in the oven. Please note that the melting point of organic glass is 160 degrees, do not exceed it. Then use pliers to wrap it around the can. Do not let go for 2-3 minutes so that the plastic cools and takes shape.

Now cut off the excess ends and drill holes according to the size of the LED along the ends of the tube.

Drill a hole in each end of the tube

It's time to prepare the LEDs themselves. Connect their positive legs to resistors. As a last resort, you can do without a soldering iron by simply twisting the parts together and clamping them with pliers. But over time, the wire will become disconnected due to constant vibration, and then you will have to disassemble the headlight again.

Connect resistors to the positive terminal of the LED

Connect the negative legs together and further extend them with a two-core wire. Calculate the length so that you can connect to the contacts of the dimensions.

Solder together two negatives and an extension wire

Connect the two negative terminals to the extension wire. Watch the insulation so that the “plus” and “minus” do not connect. It's time to check the functionality of the design. The easiest way to do this is with a 9-volt battery. This can be done simply by connecting the “positive” and “negative” wires to the corresponding battery contacts. If everything is in order, then you can proceed to assembly.

Make sure all connections are secure

Finally insulate all contacts with electrical tape and insert the LEDs into the previously prepared holes at the ends of the tubes. Secure them in place with glue.

Insulate all contacts and connect the LEDs to the ring

For a more dramatic look, make notches on the back of the ring.

Photo gallery: installing LED angel eyes

Now place the finished rings in place. If adjustment is not required, then connect the contacts to the size wires and finally glue the ring. Use a two-part epoxy glue or something special for plastic. The main criterion is excellent adhesion strength so that the part does not fall off later due to constant vibration during movement.

Observe polarity when connecting

Avoid getting excess adhesive on the reflector. You can use small pieces of double-sided tape as an alternative method of fastening. But for good adhesion you need expensive adhesive tape, and its white parts will be visible when illuminated (depending on the design of the headlight).

We install the “angel eyes” in place

The last step is gluing the glass and installing the headlight in its intended place. Apply a moderate coat of sealant around the perimeter of the headlight and attach the glass.

Apply new sealant to the bonded area

Use clamps or other available tools to secure the glass in place. It should fit tightly and dry for about a day (see instructions for the sealant).

Drying time of the sealant is at least 24 hours

Ring connection

First of all, it is worth considering the rules for using light lights. The “angel eyes” themselves can be classified as daytime running lights. In this case, it is necessary to make the connection in such a way as not to violate the requirements of GOST R 41.48.-2004. This means that the rings and the DRLs themselves must turn on as soon as the engine starts and, accordingly, turn off when it stops.

In this regard, you need to adhere to a certain connection scheme. There are two ways to solve this issue:

You can use a 5-pin relay and female terminals (you need 4 pieces). In this case, the negative wire of the “eye” is connected to the machine body, and the positive terminal is soldered, after which it is connected to contact No. 30. After this, you need to find the wire under the hood that connects the “dimensions” and the switch. Contact No. 85 is connected to the “+” of the side lamps, and No. 86 is connected to the housing (that is, the relay will be powered simultaneously with the “dimensions”). You will also need to make one more wiring, which will go from “Ignition + 12V” to contact No. 87a. When the ignition is turned on and the dimensions are on, +12V reaches the “eyes” through the closed contacts of relays No. 87a and No. 30 and they begin to burn. As soon as the size switch is turned to the “off” position, the relay is de-energized, and contacts No. 87a and No. 30 open. In this case, the “angel eyes” will go out along with the “dimensions”, as required by GOST. If rings are purchased ready-made, then a current stabilizer is usually included with them. It must be connected between the 30th pin of the relay and the “eyes” themselves. If there is no current stabilizer, then it is better to purchase one, as this will help avoid situations when a voltage surge occurs in the on-board system and devices fail.

Connect “angel eyes” through the DRL controller. It can be purchased at any specialty store. Then the assembly will be carried out in accordance with a specific diagram, which is demonstrated in detail in the instructions for the device.

If we talk about which connection method is better, then, of course, it is much more convenient to use the DRL control unit. It will help protect against possible overloads. In this case, homemade “eyes” will last much longer.

SMD technology

SMD (Surface-mount LED). In this version, the LEDs are installed in a circle on a round board. They provide very high light output. There are many styles of these rings, depending on the number and size of LEDs. SMD LEDs are mounted in a circle and create a glow in individual points. Many people like this particular look, while others want the luminous rings to be more uniform and continuous. This is done using a diffusion housing that is placed on top of the LED ring. However, this creates additional heat build-up, which reduces the lifespan of the LEDs.

“Angel eyes” SMD without diffuser and with diffuser.

SMD LED angel eyes can be with resistors or adjustable. The most common method for making SMD LED angel eyes is to mount resistors directly on the ring to control the power that goes to the LEDs. This method is quite reliable, but under certain conditions the resistors on the ring itself may become subject to excessive heat. Additionally, voltage surges can occur in a car circuit, also adding voltage to the resistors. Over time, with constant voltage, resistors may fail or operate intermittently.

To completely eliminate the problem, LED rings have been developed that do not use resistors on the rings. There are only LEDs there. To provide constant current, a regulator unit is used, which is less susceptible to voltage and temperature changes. It is attached along the line between the power supply and the LED ring. This technology allows you to install more LEDs on each ring of angel eyes, which gives a more uniform glow. It is more convenient to mount such rings, since the reverse side does not contain resistors and fits well to any surface.

How to connect a voltage stabilizer (optional)

In the electrical on-board network of the car, the voltage “walks” from 12 to 16 volts. And LEDs do not tolerate such changes well. We soldered a resistor to each LED to regulate the voltage. But for more reliable protection you need a special stabilizer. It’s easier to buy a ready-made version and arrange it into a connection between the “angel eyes” and the on-board network of the car.

Factory version of the voltage stabilizer

If you are an “advanced” electrician, you can solder a simple stabilizer yourself. The L7812CV chip is used as a basis. See the photo below for the connection procedure.

The connection diagram is quite simple

According to this scheme, you need to connect the negative contact of the LED to the ground of the car, and the positive contact to the output of the stabilizer.

Video: connecting a voltage stabilizer for LEDs

The procedure for making and installing “angel eyes” is not easy. Before starting work, evaluate your abilities and capabilities to avoid possible additional costs. Consider whether your actions are legal and what consequences they may lead to. Neatness and cleanliness are required for successful completion of optics tuning. But everyone will notice your efforts.

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We create beauty

When all the listed materials and tools have been collected, you can safely begin creating “angel eyes” on a vase or prior. In order for everything to work out correctly and quickly, you must adhere to the following instructions:

Curved tubes

We heat the transparent tube until it begins to bend and easily give in to the necessary deformations. You can heat the tube using a hair dryer or a regular oven;
take a round shape. In its role, you should use a round salad bowl or coffee can. Using pliers, we bend the heated plastic tube around the perimeter of a round shape;

Next, we wait for the tube to completely harden;
after that, we saw off the edges so that LEDs can be installed in the tube;
then we assemble the resistor and LEDs, carefully insulate the contacts and grind the soldering points;
then you need to make notches on the tube in increments of approximately 2-2.5 mm. In this case, you should retreat 1–1.5 cm from the edges;

Notches on the pipe

In order for the glow emanating from the LEDs to be uniform and bright enough, the notches should be placed closer to the center. At the same time, they need to be made deeper: in the middle - 5 mm, and at the ends - 2 mm;
after this, it is necessary to solder the diodes, making sure to observe the sequence so that the current flowing through them is equalized. The tape should be cut and soldered only in specially designated areas;
We finally insert the LEDs into the tube.

As a result, the ends of the rings should have holes 5-7 mm long and 5 mm in diameter. It is recommended to use foil to cover the ends of the plastic tube. If an LED strip is used, it is simply glued to a plastic strip. In this case, the tape is soldered according to the standard scheme. Before installing your homemade “angel eyes” system on your car, be sure to check it for build quality, the glow of the LEDs and the strength of the resulting structure. Otherwise, if problems are discovered after installation, it will be very difficult to eliminate defects.

How to install angel eyes in a headlight with your own hands

Cars equipped with so-called “angel eyes” are not uncommon on our roads. Such luminous rings appeared a little over 10 years ago. The engineers of the German concern BMW are rightfully considered the inventors of “angel eyes”. But now they are equipped not only with foreign cars, but also with domestic cars. Of course, this is not done on an assembly line, but in the garage with the hands of the car owner. What’s noteworthy is that this type of tuning never ceases to please car enthusiasts. And if in front of us stands a Zhigul, hung with a mass of spoilers, and next to it is the same car with “angel eyes”, the effect from the latter will definitely be greater.

It is quite possible to attract the attention of the public without purchasing plastic body kits; you just need to install “angel eyes” with your own hands. Today’s article will tell you how to do it correctly.

Let's get started

If you are installing “angel eyes” on a Priora, you can easily use these instructions. So, first we need to remove the headlight from its mounts. Next, you should separate the part from the main beam and open the glass. To do this, the headlight must be heated to a temperature until its adhesive warms up. Then you can easily remove the glass. Then you need to take a sharp object and remove the remaining traces of sealant with it. If necessary, you can use alcohol or gasoline. Installing “angel eyes” with your own hands is quite difficult, so we carry out all further steps with the utmost care. Remove any debris accumulated in the headlight. This is best done with cotton swabs. It is extremely undesirable to touch the reflectors with your fingers, as fingerprints will remain on the surface.

Now we apply new sealant to the glass and install the rings

A little advice - before making “angel eyes”, decide on their further color (it is important that it harmonizes with the color of the body). Blue and neon diodes are installed on light-colored cars; white angel eyes are installed on darker cars.

We mount the part so that its luminous elements are in the upper part. We pull all the wires coming from the LED strip into the hollow of the headlight. It is important to remember that the notches on the ring are directed outward. Now take a tube of automotive silicone and apply the product between the headlight unit and the glass. Next, you should wait 30-40 minutes for the sealant to harden. After that, turn on the headlights and watch them burn. Then we connect all the wires to the installed rings. Now we take the headlight and install it in place. But the question of how to install “angel eyes” with your own hands is not closed. Now let's move on to the wires again. We attach them to the headlight wiring harness. But before you do this, think about how to place them under the hood.

It is important that all hanging elements do not come out and do not interfere with the operation of other vehicle systems. Next, disconnect the plug from the dimensions and turn signals

We connect the wires “+” and “-” to each other. Be sure to maintain correct polarity, otherwise a short circuit will occur. Now we connect the “plus” from the “angel eyes” to the “minus” dimensions. We install the outgoing “minus” under the mounts from the turn signals. Now we have finally installed the “angel eyes” with our own hands.

Design features of car headlights

Today, the most popular type of optics tuning is the installation of bi-xenon lenses. They not only improve the light of the headlights, but also give the car a completely different look. In this article we will look at the process of installing bi-xenon lenses yourself using the example of a Daewoo Lanos car.

It was not for nothing that Lanos was chosen as an example. The fact is that lenses cannot be installed in any headlights, but only in those whose glass does not have a pronounced diffuser. Take, for example, the standard headlight of a VAZ 2107. Its glass on the back side is covered with special “ribs”, which are designed to diffuse the light of the lamp so that it does not blind drivers of oncoming cars. The same situation applies to other VAZ models. No, you can install lenses on both the Zhiguli and the Samara, but for this you will have to buy other headlights. Otherwise, you will not achieve the desired effect.

On the inner surface of the standard VAZ 2107 headlight there are special “ribs” that scatter light

But the Lanos has headlights like those of foreign cars - they also have a lens, but the glass in the center is almost smooth. In addition, it is not glass at all, but a special heat- and shock-resistant plastic.

The headlights of the Lanos have almost smooth glass in the center

In all other respects, the Lanos headlights are no different from the headlights of other cars. Their design consists of:

housings with holder;
diffuser (glass);
light sources (lamps);
reflector (reflector);
electrical connectors and wires.

There are three lamps in the Lanos headlight:

side lights;
head light;
direction indicator.

The main lamp of the Lanos headlight is double-filament, i.e., when switching the “low/high” modes, one specific filament works. The light emitted by the lamp is not focused by anything here, but is simply “collected” by the reflector and directed forward.

The Lanos headlight lamp has a two-filament design

Installation on the machine

Ready tuning

Once you have assembled the angel eyes optical system, consider that half the battle is done. All that remains is to install it correctly on the headlights of your car. At this stage it is necessary to perform the following manipulations:

here we need heat shrink tubing. It can be bought at any specialized store. Choose a white product

This color will not attract unnecessary attention and will not stand out against the background of glowing LEDs; attach the LED ring to the vehicle headlights; we cover them with new protective glasses, since the old ones will most likely no longer be suitable; We treat the joints with sealant.

Now you see that “angel eyes” can be made quite easily yourself, following the step-by-step instructions. The end result will be a beautiful auto-tuning for a domestic VAZ (model 2110, 2112, 2114 or 2115), making your “swallow” more attractive and original. The main thing is to strictly follow the assembly steps and believe in yourself.

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Why are owners of cars with such tuning fined?

Owners of cars in which such tuning is legally included in the vehicle package should not be afraid of claims from law enforcement agencies. Everything here is legal, correct, fair. But when installing it yourself, you need to be guided by legal acts regulating the lighting of the front and rear of the car. In traffic rules, codes of offenses, government regulations and GOSTs regulating safety requirements for technical condition, angel eyes are not directly mentioned anywhere.

But there is a legal requirement according to which white lights can be used on the front of the car (dimensions and headlights), as well as orange lights for turning lights. Eyes of other colors are not allowed and will result in a fine.

Blue color is outlawed

Therefore, there is no need to install yellow, red, green, purple and other colors in the headlights

We can advise all drivers CAUTION: you need to install angel eyes CORRECTLY, although even this advice does not guarantee problems when passing a technical inspection

How to make angel eyes like a BMW

“Angel Eyes” is a unique horse from a German manufacturer, loved by so many motorists. However, if you like this mesmerizing glow, you don’t have to buy an expensive foreign car. This can be done on almost any car.

It is important that it has round front optics. For example, domestic VAZ 21213 or VAZ 2106 have it.

But, of course, the design will be even better suited to foreign cars, including the same old BMW models that so lack the shine of their successors

In any case, the beauty and effectiveness of the new headlight bezel may attract the attention of traffic police officers. But if they stop you on the road, it will be purely out of interest - the driver will not face a fine for this

Why are owners of cars with such tuning fined?

Blue color is outlawed

Therefore, there is no need to install yellow, red, green, purple and other colors in the headlights

We can advise all drivers CAUTION: you need to install angel eyes CORRECTLY, although even this advice does not guarantee problems when passing a technical inspection

First option

Often, when motorists want to make homemade angel eyes, LEDs are used. They perfectly complement the main beam headlights, and their installation does not cause much difficulty.

As for the set of materials and tools, here you will need to take:

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5 mm white LEDs;
a resistor of approximately 330 Ohms and 0.25 W;
wires for connection;
plastic rod;
or a plexiglass rod (diameter from 8 to 10 mm);
jar or lid (1-3 liters);
drill with adjustable speed;
soldering iron;
silicone glue;
construction type hairdryer.

Take a rod of suitable length to make a ring out of it. You will need to make holes on the end sides for installing LEDs.

To avoid damaging the rod, it is recommended to wrap it in polyethylene or fabric and then fix it in the machine. This will ensure immobility and the ability to carefully make indentations without scratches.

Typically the holes are made with a diameter of about 6 millimeters. The depth depends on the design of the tube itself. But it is better not to exceed the value of 10 millimeters. To make the body take the shape of an optical device, you can take a jar or a lid from it. By bending around the jar, you will get a perfectly even ring

It is important that the diameter matches the internal diameter of the headlight itself on your car. Using a hair dryer, the body heats up and bends around the jar or its lid

There is no need to completely connect the ends of the tube to each other.

At the next stage, diodes are installed. Here you need to solder a wire of a suitable length to the terminals, which is enough to connect to the power wires outside the car headlight housing. A resistor is soldered onto one wire. As a result, you need to assemble an electrical circuit of LEDs with a serial connection and the resistor itself.

Now insert the diodes into the holes of your tube and secure with glue. The number of LEDs is determined individually.

In this case, you should not count on a bright glow and the ability to replace DRLs. The option is rather decorative.

Second method

Here the design is also cool and interesting. It only differs in the use of a light source from an LED strip.

This option is often encountered when trying to install angel eyes:

to Priora;
Toyota Chaser 100;
BMWs deprived of such a privilege;
VAZ 2106;
VAZ 2109;
2110;
VAZ 2115;
VAZ 2114;
Renault Logan;
Hyundai Solaris;
Daewoo Lanos, etc.

Objectively, angel eyes look more advantageous on foreign cars. Although no one will forbid you to install such solutions on any machine.

To implement the task, you will need to prepare a slightly different set of materials and tools.

The following is required:

double-density white LED strip, but without silicone coating;
wires for connection;
transparent silicone;
glue;
varnish (silver color);
screwdriver;
pliers;
Have a good mood;
extreme concentration and accuracy.

LED strips bend perfectly, which will allow you to easily make a ring of the required diameter. Just keep in mind that one headlight requires about 30-40 centimeters of tape.

Then the pads at one end are stripped to allow additional wires to be soldered there. They allow you to connect to a +12V power supply.

Next, a piece of tape is pointed onto a flat surface with the diodes facing upward. Gradually the tape is filled with transparent silicone. Do this slowly and carefully, armed with a mounting gun. This will allow you to coat the diodes with a uniform and even layer of silicone. It is important to wait for the resulting structure to dry completely, otherwise you will ruin everything with your own hands. Silicone will protect the product and act as a light diffuser.

To avoid wasting light illuminating the reflector, coat the back side of the tape with silver varnish. You can borrow it from your wife, sister or mother. Or buy it at your nearest store. The varnish will act as a reflector.

Installing angel eyes with LEDs on headlights with lenses

Angel eyes are sold in different sizes, usually from 60mm to 120mm. The LED angel eyes set contains rings with LEDs, one controller with a connector, and a remote control for changing the color of the angel eyes, including blinking modes. Diffuser caps can be added to the rings for a more traditional, uniform appearance.

“Angel eyes” in headlights with lenses are installed on the housing. It can be pre-painted black to make the rings more visible.

It is recommended that the rings be attached at three points at equal intervals. To attach the luminous rings inside the headlight, glue, double-sided tape or special wire are used. Glue has its drawbacks. Vibrations from driving and heat can weaken the adhesive bond. Double-sided tape cannot always be used, since there is not always a suitable surface inside the headlight for secure fastening in this way. It is better to use thin wire for hanging pictures. You need to drill small holes on the lens housing and screw the rings with wire. If you do everything carefully, you get an almost invisible fastening unless you look closely. The advantage of this method of fastening is that it is very reliable and does not weaken from vibrations and heat.

If you choose an adhesive connection as a method of attaching the rings, then apply a thin layer of glue to the back of the ring and to the reflector, in the place where the ring will be installed. Let the glue dry for 10 minutes before pulling the wires through. Gently press the ring into place for 5 minutes. Try not to move the ring until the glue dries.

Third method

In theory, it is the simplest, since you are simply buying a ready-made device, which has a diffuser, an ignition unit and other necessary components. It’s just important to choose a quality product, since the Internet offers many options that are not of the best quality.

Eyes based on CCFL rings have proven themselves to be excellent. They have high reliability indicators and are in many ways superior to their LED counterparts.

If we talk about Aliexpress, then I would not advise you to buy ready-made angel eyes based on LEDs. Low-quality products are used here, which can quickly overheat when the head optics are turned on. As a result, in less than a year they will have to be removed due to the significantly reduced brightness level.

Results

With this method we get real angel eyes that glow with a continuous LED ring. If you attach the LEDs to the tube with electrical tape, then inside the ring there will be a gap without light, which will negatively affect the aesthetic appearance.

As you can see, the process is long and painstaking, but there are no particular difficulties here. You need basic knowledge of electrical engineering and tools, which should be available to every motorist working on his vehicle.

Responsibility for alteration of headlights

There is a false opinion that xenon is prohibited in Russia. Actually this is not true. According to the Administrative Code of the Russian Federation, it is prohibited to drive vehicles whose lighting devices do not meet the basic requirements of the Regulations on the admission of vehicles to operation. In other words, altering headlights designed to use incandescent or halogen lamps with the installation of xenon light sources entails administrative penalties. By the way, there are no fines for this. Part 3 Art. 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses for such an offense provides for punishment in the form of deprivation of the right to drive vehicles for a period of six to twelve months with confiscation of lighting devices. So you should think three times before tuning your car’s lighting system.

As you can see, installing lenses is a rather complex and time-consuming process. But the effect of lensed headlights will truly surprise you. As for the legality, it’s up to you to decide whether to drive with old headlights, tune them, risking being deprived of your license, or buy factory lighting fixtures with the appropriate optics.