Gert

I don't think this was posted yet.
No big news either, but as a 993 fan, I found it interesting enough to share.

The new key heads from Porsche -as used in the "key conversion kit" - now have a LED inside.
It performs a lot better than the poor halogen bulb they used for +20 years.

rlme36

Gert is there a new part number or still uses the same ?

Gert

The part nr is still the same.

nine9six

If memory serves, there is a DIY for installing an LED in the old key head...

Its either here, pelican, or on Mike J's DIY site

sdm100

http://p-car.com/diy/key/

nine9six

Thanks sdm100!


Or...
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/7857360-post1.html

Donster

These are instructions for changing a switchblade key to the other type of key, not instructions for how to change a halogen light to LED.

Blue TTop

The link is correct. You have to scroll down the page a couple inches.

TMc993

I can't help thinking that if you need a light in order to locate your ignition switch, you're probably not driving your car enough...

jlenze

Did this to my two keys and it is an easy DIY with great results. I did one more thing which further improved this DIY, and that was to solder the top wire for a better connection. Just don't overheat the battery or POP goes the weasel. I do suggest safety glasses.

Jack

nine9six

First hand experience is a great instructor, eh Jack?

jlenze

A painful lesson, that is the best teacher!!!!!

911Jeff

I did the LED mod to two keys several years back. It was easy to do and a HUGE improvement!

911PERVY

Actually the LED version has a new number, 94453804101 the old filament type is 94453804100

nine9six

Percy,
Thanks for the P/N update!