i would like to put a LED in my dash that flashes whenever my ignition is off. i have easy access to power, ground and ignition (i.e. it's +12 when the key is turned). i also have a few red LEDs.

now, does anyone know how this could be done? would i need to get one of those LEDs that flashes on it's own, or is a normal one cool? i assume i will need some relays and diodes (i have some diodes).

BTW the car is driven every day, so i assume a LED wouldn't drain my batt (and i will hide a switch under the dash so i can disable the LED when i park in my garage).

thanks!

You wouldn't need relays, just a switch and a timer... Depending on the speed of the blink (which is set with the various stuff connected to the timer).. I believe L555 timers are the accepted generic item, but I'm not quite knowledgable enough to give you any more info than that... Anybody else?

ShadowStar

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i mean just from a quick look this oughta add quite a bit of protection. im going to try and get some alarm stickers from my shop too.

cheers,

Generally, I think these offer little deterrent... you live in NVan right?

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Blow your mind - PORT your box!

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and yes Dukk i live in N Van. i don't worry about theft there to much, but when im in Burnaby or horror of horrors, surrey (!!) i sure do worry!

also, I can't justify the money to get a decent alarm installed and in a month or so having to get it installed in my new vehicle...

Well then

ShadowStar

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