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tracker Member Since: 22 May 2024 Location: Paphos Posts: 16 |
Hi phc606, to 18: I believe the US version of the rear light cluster have red led side markers. I just had the LED cluster replaced on one side on my newly aquired 2012 L322. It turned out the left side was US version and the right side was original version. |
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7th Jul 2024 12:44pm |
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phc606 Member Since: 26 Feb 2017 Location: Hants Posts: 9 |
interesting, thanks for the guidance. Oddly I pulled in for fuel (getting used to that) behind a first edition 405 and it had red side markers, however the light had more than the 2 squares mine has with I guess the indicator to the base, not sure if he'd upgraded or if that was factory, will have to research more, wondering about some type of mod to add the function, not on the high priority list just yet -------------------------------
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7th Jul 2024 12:58pm |
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Kot Member Since: 10 Mar 2021 Location: broadland Posts: 1205 |
for ghost 2 2018 SE SDV8 4.4 Byron Blue |
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7th Jul 2024 6:03pm |
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Sooty Member Since: 27 Oct 2024 Location: Lincolnshire Posts: 3 |
I recently took the plunge and acquired my first 2019 FFRR. I’m eager to learn how you progress with USB-A to C upgrades. I’ve seen some options for swapping out the USB ports, but none for the center armrest area. I’ve also installed a Wireless Apple CarPlay adapter, which seems to be working well. However, I’d like to find a way to properly hide the dongle rather than having it visible in the center armrest area. I’m also interested in exploring wireless charging options. In my opinion, the best approach would be to utilise the space under the sliding cup holders. It’s an unusual shape, but there’s ample room, and it also has a 5V USB port. Unfortunately, I haven’t found any suitable options for a right-hand drive version of my FFRR yet! |
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4th Nov 2024 2:57pm |
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phc606 Member Since: 26 Feb 2017 Location: Hants Posts: 9 |
Hi.
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4th Nov 2024 4:29pm |
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Sooty Member Since: 27 Oct 2024 Location: Lincolnshire Posts: 3 |
Interesting! I also have the same 2019 center module. Thanks for the suggestion to use a right-angle/flat cable and to drop the CarPlay adapter under the cup holders. I’ve ordered the cable from Amazon and it will be installed tomorrow.
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4th Nov 2024 8:33pm |
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stan Site Moderator Member Since: 13 Jul 2010 Location: a moderate moderated moderator moderating moderately in moderation Posts: 35312 |
Why bother with all this effort when you can simply stick an adapter in or use a conversion cable. ... - .- -.
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5th Nov 2024 8:36am |
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adara Member Since: 09 Dec 2008 Location: Eastern Europe Posts: 771 |
Indeed. There are a many cheap adapters that perform a lot of functions and fill the pointless 12V plugs down there... Modifying the electric system on a Range Rover is looking for trouble...
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5th Nov 2024 8:44am |
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Sooty Member Since: 27 Oct 2024 Location: Lincolnshire Posts: 3 |
@stan / @adara - you make perfectly valid points and messing with the RR's electrics certainly comes with hazards.
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5th Nov 2024 9:40am |
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stan Site Moderator Member Since: 13 Jul 2010 Location: a moderate moderated moderator moderating moderately in moderation Posts: 35312 |
you could glue a charging pad on top of the 'fridge' lid under the arm rest or a cupholder charge unit.
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5th Nov 2024 10:08am |
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phc606 Member Since: 26 Feb 2017 Location: Hants Posts: 9 |
Loving the debate.
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5th Nov 2024 10:40am |
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phc606 Member Since: 26 Feb 2017 Location: Hants Posts: 9 |
3 pics to give a little more detail
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5th Nov 2024 10:56am |
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