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| LED Strip Lighting [message #192163] |
Mon, 03 December 2012 23:28  |
Chr$
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Well, I got this roll of LED lighting online about a year ago, and finally had time to install it, as planned, in the "gap" between my center duct and side ceiling panels. I lowered the ceiling to add the denim insulation batts, and put this gap in specifically for this purpose. It is made with steel studs so it was light, easy to install, made a nice ledge for the panels, and nice and reflective for lighting.
this cost less than $20.
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/it-has-begun/p46694-led-lighting.html
How it is installed
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/it-has-begun/p46695-led-lighting.html
This stuff is basically a roll of tape.
You can't read by it, but that isn't the point. It is connected to the Galley switch by the door.
I thought about using the multicolor with a wireless remote, maybe I'll add that for "mood lighting".
-Chr$: Perpetual SmartAss
Scottsdale, AZ
77 Ex-Kingsley 455 SOLD!
2010 Nomad 24 Ft TT 390W PV W/MPPT, EV4010 and custom cargo door.
Photosite: Chrisc GMC:"It has Begun" TT: "The Other Woman"
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192166 is a reply to message #192163] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 06:24  |
Steven Ferguson
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Very nice Chris.
How about coming down to Amado, AZ., and joining the GMCSJ folks for our
Christmas rally?
On Mon, Dec 3, 2012 at 10:28 PM, Chris Choffat <cchoffataz@yahoo.com> wrote:
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> Well, I got this roll of LED lighting online about a year ago, and finally
> had time to install it, as planned, in the "gap" between my center duct and
> side ceiling panels. I lowered the ceiling to add the denim insulation
> batts, and put this gap in specifically for this purpose. It is made with
> steel studs so it was light, easy to install, made a nice ledge for the
> panels, and nice and reflective for lighting.
>
> this cost less than $20.
>
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/it-has-begun/p46694-led-lighting.html
>
> How it is installed
>
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/it-has-begun/p46695-led-lighting.html
>
> This stuff is basically a roll of tape.
>
> You can't read by it, but that isn't the point. It is connected to the
> Galley switch by the door.
>
> I thought about using the multicolor with a wireless remote, maybe I'll
> add that for "mood lighting".
>
>
> --
> -Chr$: Perpetual SmartAss
> Scottsdale, AZ
> "The Escape Pod" A 77 Ex-Kingsley Featuring: Olds 455, Manny Power Drive,
> 3:21, Rockwell, Jim B QJET, Quadra bag. Still needs paint!
>
> Photosite: Chrisc "It has Begun"
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| Re: LED Strip Lighting [message #192177 is a reply to message #192163] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 09:11 |
Carl S.
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Very cool, Chris. I like the look.
Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192181 is a reply to message #192166] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 09:19 |
Len Novak
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Where in Amado? Not that it would be hard to find.
Len and Pat Novak
1978 GMC Kingsley
The Beast II with dash lights that work and labels you can see!
Fallbrook, CA new email: B52Rule@Roadrunner.Com
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showgallery.php?cat=4375
www.bdub.net/novak/
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[mailto:gmclist-bounces@temp.gmcnet.org] On Behalf Of Steven Ferguson
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Subject: Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting
Very nice Chris.
How about coming down to Amado, AZ., and joining the GMCSJ folks for our
Christmas rally?
On Mon, Dec 3, 2012 at 10:28 PM, Chris Choffat <cchoffataz@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
> Well, I got this roll of LED lighting online about a year ago, and finally
> had time to install it, as planned, in the "gap" between my center duct
and
> side ceiling panels. I lowered the ceiling to add the denim insulation
> batts, and put this gap in specifically for this purpose. It is made with
> steel studs so it was light, easy to install, made a nice ledge for the
> panels, and nice and reflective for lighting.
>
> this cost less than $20.
>
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/it-has-begun/p46694-led-lighting.html
>
> How it is installed
>
> http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/it-has-begun/p46695-led-lighting.html
>
> This stuff is basically a roll of tape.
>
> You can't read by it, but that isn't the point. It is connected to the
> Galley switch by the door.
>
> I thought about using the multicolor with a wireless remote, maybe I'll
> add that for "mood lighting".
>
>
> --
> -Chr$: Perpetual SmartAss
> Scottsdale, AZ
> "The Escape Pod" A 77 Ex-Kingsley Featuring: Olds 455, Manny Power Drive,
> 3:21, Rockwell, Jim B QJET, Quadra bag. Still needs paint!
>
> Photosite: Chrisc "It has Begun"
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Len and Pat Novak
1978 GMC Kingsley
The Beast II with dash lights that work and labels you can see!
Las Vegas, NV new email: B52sRule@Gmail.com
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showgallery.php?cat=4375
www.bdub.net/novak/
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| Re: LED Strip Lighting [message #192185 is a reply to message #192163] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 09:35 |
bukzin
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Are these like 'rope lights' ?
Is see Costco is now carrying an LED version which is flat and very small.
If I recall they are $30
Anyone tried them out?
Bukzin
1977 Palm Beach
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192197 is a reply to message #192181] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 10:28 |
Carl S.
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Here in Amado: http://deanzarvresort.com/ It is a really nice place with great facilities. It used to be a Greyhound racetrack, and has a huge building, indoor pool, lots of meeting space etc. It is also near Tubac, which is a nice little artist's community, great for Christmas shopping.
Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192201 is a reply to message #192197] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 10:58 |
Len Novak
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Been there many times as we visit friends in Amado and have been to Tubac.
They never mentioned the track.
Len and Pat Novak
1978 GMC Kingsley
The Beast II with dash lights that work and labels you can see!
Fallbrook, CA new email: B52Rule@Roadrunner.Com
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showgallery.php?cat=4375
www.bdub.net/novak/
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[mailto:gmclist-bounces@temp.gmcnet.org] On Behalf Of Carl Stouffer
Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2012 8:29 AM
To: gmclist@temp.gmcnet.org
Subject: Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting
Here in Amado: http://deanzarvresort.com/ It is a really nice place with
great facilities. It used to be a Greyhound racetrack, and has a huge
building, indoor pool, lots of meeting space etc. It is also near Tubac,
which is a nice little artist's community, great for Christmas shopping.
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Carl S.
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
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The Beast II with dash lights that work and labels you can see!
Las Vegas, NV new email: B52sRule@Gmail.com
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/showgallery.php?cat=4375
www.bdub.net/novak/
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192224 is a reply to message #192163] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 16:05 |
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Chris,
I'm a bit confused by your photos, it appears you have a dropped ceiling that runs down the center of your GMC and the strip lights
are mounted above it.
If yes what is the distance from the floor to the bottom of the dropped ceiling?
Regards,
Rob M.
-----Original Message-----
From: Chris Choffat
Well, I got this roll of LED lighting online about a year ago, and finally had time to install it, as planned, in the "gap" between
my center duct and side ceiling panels. I lowered the ceiling to add the denim insulation batts, and put this gap in specifically
for this purpose. It is made with steel studs so it was light, easy to install, made a nice ledge for the panels, and nice and
reflective for lighting.
this cost less than $20.
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/it-has-begun/p46694-led-lighting.html
How it is installed
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/it-has-begun/p46695-led-lighting.html
This stuff is basically a roll of tape.
You can't read by it, but that isn't the point. It is connected to the Galley switch by the door.
I thought about using the multicolor with a wireless remote, maybe I'll add that for "mood lighting".
Chr$:
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192226 is a reply to message #192224] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 16:40 |
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I have been in Chris's coach and would guess that the distance from the floor to the dropped ceiling to be about 13 inches!!!!
(He is very SHORT!)
John Ruff
| Robert Mueller wrote on Tue, 04 December 2012 15:05 |
Chris,
I'm a bit confused by your photos, it appears you have a dropped ceiling that runs down the center of your GMC and the strip lights
are mounted above it.
If yes what is the distance from the floor to the bottom of the dropped ceiling?
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John Ruff
Chandler, AZ
1975 Eleganza
WA3RIG
If I use ZDDP in a new car - will the tappets go flat?
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192234 is a reply to message #192226] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 18:23 |
Chr$
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John, I'm supposed to be the smartass.
Well, John bumps his head a bit, My wife and I have a few inches to spare. I'm 5'6".
I think I measured it at around 6'1" or thereabouts. The "stack" from the top is 2x4 framing (steel studs) that are 3.5 inches, then a quarter inch of thin plywood with some hull liner fabric, then the Ducted AC vents and intake add about another quarter to half an inch, so worst case, 4.25" lower than the aluminum Frame of the coach in the center. It is about 22" wide all the way down. The angled parts start about 1" higher than that in the stud to allow the gap for the lights, then angle downward to the outer walls with about a 2" overall drop and mount just above the entry door height. I used the 1/4-20 threads in the frame and some long bolts to hold them up. The overheads are shallower top to bottom, but deeper. Pay no attention to the hinges, I am going with simple sliding doors like in the bathroom module on the TP compartment, but latched of course.
It wiggles and squeeks a bit, but with some clever padding and a front cap (that isn't installed yet) that should help.
-Chr$: Perpetual SmartAss
Scottsdale, AZ
77 Ex-Kingsley 455 SOLD!
2010 Nomad 24 Ft TT 390W PV W/MPPT, EV4010 and custom cargo door.
Photosite: Chrisc GMC:"It has Begun" TT: "The Other Woman"
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192245 is a reply to message #192226] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 21:03 |
Carl S.
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| John Ruff wrote on Tue, 04 December 2012 15:40 |
I have been in Chris's coach and would guess that the distance from the floor to the dropped ceiling to be about 13 inches!!!!
(He is very SHORT!)
John Ruff
| Robert Mueller wrote on Tue, 04 December 2012 15:05 |
Chris,
I'm a bit confused by your photos, it appears you have a dropped ceiling that runs down the center of your GMC and the strip lights
are mounted above it.
If yes what is the distance from the floor to the bottom of the dropped ceiling?
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John, you REALLY need to be more P.C.  The proper term is "vertically challenged". 
Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192248 is a reply to message #192234] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 21:25 |
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Chris,
Looks like John beat you at your own game!
Well so much for that idea; I'm 6' 1" or thereabouts too! I say thereabouts as I haven't checked my height in years and don't you
shrink as you get older? I know I have spread out, that's for sure! ;-)
Regards,
Rob M.
-----Original Message-----
From: Chris Choffat
John, I'm supposed to be the smartass.
Well, John bumps his head a bit, My wife and I have a few inches to spare. I'm 5'6".
I think I measured it at around 6'1" or thereabouts. The "stack" from the top is 2x4 framing (steel studs) that are 3.5 inches, then
a quarter inch of thin plywood with some hull liner fabric, then the Ducted AC vents and intake add about another quarter to half an
inch, so worst case, 4.25" lower than the aluminum Frame of the coach in the center. It is about 22" wide all the way down. The
angled parts start about 1" higher than that in the stud to allow the gap for the lights, then angle downward to the outer walls
with about a 2" overall drop and mount just above the entry door height. I used the 1/4-20 threads in the frame and some long bolts
to hold them up. The overheads are shallower top to bottom, but deeper. Pay no attention to the hinges, I am going with simple
sliding doors like in the bathroom module on the TP compartment, but latched of course.
It wiggles and squeeks a bit, but with some clever padding and a front cap (that isn't installed yet) that should help.
-Chr$:
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192255 is a reply to message #192226] |
Tue, 04 December 2012 22:51 |
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Funny sh:t John !
Haha ;)
I like the look of that Chris. Probably a way to get the same look without the overhead clearance reduction if your not trying to fit hvac ducts in it Rob.
Sully
77 royale
Seattle
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On Dec 4, 2012, at 2:40 PM, John Ruff <j_r_ruff@yahoo.com> wrote:
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> I have been in Chris's coach and would guess that the distance from the floor to the dropped ceiling to be about 13 inches!!!!
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> (He is very SHORT!)
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> John Ruff
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> Robert Mueller wrote on Tue, 04 December 2012 15:05
>> Chris,
>>
>> I'm a bit confused by your photos, it appears you have a dropped ceiling that runs down the center of your GMC and the strip lights
>> are mounted above it.
>>
>> If yes what is the distance from the floor to the bottom of the dropped ceiling?
>
>
> --
> John Ruff
> Chandler, AZ
> 1975 Eleganza
> WA3RIG
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> If I use ZDDP in a new car - will the tappets go flat?
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192275 is a reply to message #192255] |
Wed, 05 December 2012 08:44 |
Carl S.
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| sgltrac wrote on Tue, 04 December 2012 21:51 |
Funny sh:t John !
Haha 
I like the look of that Chris. Probably a way to get the same look without the overhead clearance reduction if your not trying to fit hvac ducts in it Rob.
Sully
77 royale
Seattle
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My PO did it this way:
http://www.gmcmhphotos.com/photos/g3244-headliner-installation.html
No indirect LED lighting, but a nice clean installation with only minimal intrusion below the ceiling. The center panel is removable and that makes it easier to add wiring for new lights etc. I have converted one of the fluorescent fixtures to LED, and plan to do more. The lowest part is the AC (which Chris doesn't have, with his ducted system) and it clears my head by about an inch or two. I'm 6'-0" (or, at least I used to be).
Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192310 is a reply to message #192275] |
Wed, 05 December 2012 14:23 |
Chr$
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Bruce spent a lot of time on that. My reason for it all was twofold: add real insulation and go to ducted AC, which is a tad quieter.
-Chr$: Perpetual SmartAss
Scottsdale, AZ
77 Ex-Kingsley 455 SOLD!
2010 Nomad 24 Ft TT 390W PV W/MPPT, EV4010 and custom cargo door.
Photosite: Chrisc GMC:"It has Begun" TT: "The Other Woman"
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| Re: [GMCnet] LED Strip Lighting [message #192318 is a reply to message #192310] |
Wed, 05 December 2012 15:07 |
Carl S.
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Yes he did! I'm glad he did such a great job on it so I didn't have to do it.
Carl Stouffer
'75 ex Palm Beach
Tucson, AZ.
Chuck Aulgur Reaction Arm Disc Brakes, Quadrabags, 3.70 LSD final drive, Lenzi knuckles/hubs, Dodge Truck 16" X 8" front wheels, Rear American Eagles, Solar battery charging. GMCSJ and GMCMI member
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