Cig lighter replacement LED flashlight

[EvilEric]

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I wanted to let everyone know about this cool thing I found on ebay. I was looking for a replacement for the Cigarette lighter since the led bulb always seems to go out.

I came across a couple of different tacky looking things but found something really cool!

The "Spotlight" is a 12V rechargeable led light that is exactly the size of the cig lighter. When charging it glows red and matches the interior lights. I'll take a pic when it gets dark tonight and update this post.

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www.12vspotlight.com

Lasts 2 hours of continous use and takes 7 hours to fully charge (only bad part). It's submersible in water and will save me from carrying around a flashlight now for emergencies.

There's a local seller in Canada I got it off Ebay ID "miaugi" (Steve Johnson) who's the cheapest ($17ish shipped) and was really professional to deal with. He can probably discount on shipping if a bunch of you talk to him directly.

[nicker]

that is sweet! I may just have to get one.

I can't find that seller on Ebay how ever.

[cwp_sedan]

:ttiwwp

[cwp_sedan]

http://cgi.ebay.ca/LED-Spotlight-12V-Re-Chargeable_W0QQitemZ160222735913QQihZ006QQcategory Z71537QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[sicsol]

Set up a group buy.

[cwp_sedan]

Just asked the question...

[theurgy]

Neat idea... especially for us non-smokers.

[cwp_sedan]

Neat idea... especially for us non-smokers.

+1

[Jeff-TheBiz]

Okay... someone has to set up a group buy... has anyone sent this guy an email yet?

BTW, www.12vspotlight.com (http://www.12vspotlight.com) for most useless website.. I can't believe they even pay to get it hosted.

[theurgy]

HAHA I totally agree.. Worst Site EVAR!

[ZeroChalk]

i'm in - group buy.

[cwp_sedan]

I just sent him an email and he will let me know the details tomorrow. He said he's going to look into it.

This is my reply back...


Hi Ryan:

We can work out something, especially on the shipping which is always a killer. Let me look at it tomorrow and I can get back to you then.

I just shipped one off to a member of the Mazda 3 club in Toronto and he told me he thought the Spotlight was AWESOME (his words, not mine).

We will soon be introducing 3 new accessories to go with the Spotlight:

1) is a 120V home adapter so you can plug the Spotlight into your home plug and have it always charged and ready for power blackouts (it is a very compact unit too),

2) a magnetic triangular base with a flexible neck that will hold a Spotlight to use as a trouble light, it can rest on a table or the ground or it will stick to the side of a car for emergency repairs like a flat tire at night,

3) an adapter to plug into a 12V accessory plug and have a dedicated spot for the Spotlight as well as another accessory plug.

The only thing I really like to stress is the Spotlight will not work in a 12V accessory socket, only in a cigarette lighter socket, that is the reason for item #3 above.

Thanks,

Steve

[EvilEric]

I just sent him an email and he will let me know the details tomorrow. He said he's going to look into it.

This is my reply back...


Hi Ryan:

We can work out something, especially on the shipping which is always a killer. Let me look at it tomorrow and I can get back to you then.

I just shipped one off to a member of the Mazda 3 club in Toronto and he told me he thought the Spotlight was AWESOME (his words, not mine).

We will soon be introducing 3 new accessories to go with the Spotlight:

1) is a 120V home adapter so you can plug the Spotlight into your home plug and have it always charged and ready for power blackouts (it is a very compact unit too),

2) a magnetic triangular base with a flexible neck that will hold a Spotlight to use as a trouble light, it can rest on a table or the ground or it will stick to the side of a car for emergency repairs like a flat tire at night,

3) an adapter to plug into a 12V accessory plug and have a dedicated spot for the Spotlight as well as another accessory plug.

The only thing I really like to stress is the Spotlight will not work in a 12V accessory socket, only in a cigarette lighter socket, that is the reason for item #3 above.

Thanks,

Steve


That was actually me. Tell him to give everyone a discount or something. I was originally thinking of getting the red flashlight instead of the black but the black one is really the best one for our cars unless you have a different colour interior.

It's really subtle. I added pictures uptop but it's from my cellphone, I apologize for the quality.

[Skarbro]

Is the actual light white?

If it is, I'm in for the GB.

[cwp_sedan]

EvilEric, can you take some pics of yours?


Is the actual light white?

If it is, I'm in for the GB.

I think it is...

[condor888000]

I like the GB idea.

[yearoftherat]

Is the actual light white?

If it is, I'm in for the GB.

+1

[EvilEric]

EvilEric, can you take some pics of yours?



I think it is...

The light is white, it's only red when you have it plugged in and charging.

[Skarbro]

Cool I'm in then for a black one.

[Noisy Crow]

Alright, I'm in. Titanium (preferred) or Black


http://www.jtspotlight.com/collections/frontpage/products/spotlight-colors

[cwp_sedan]

GB now up http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?p=274672

[EvilEric]

For shipping he normally charges 2 dollars for each additional item, you guys are probably looking at around 13-14. I'm probably also going to get another 2 for some friends as gifts myself :)

[-RJ3-]

Nice Find EE!!!!
I'm on the group buy!!!

[EvilEric]

Glad to see alot of people are getting one. I showed a couple of people yesturday. The actual flashlight is very strong. It's not a wide beam but the light is focus and bright.

So it's not just a cool toy but also functional

[cwp_sedan]

Glad to see alot of people are getting one. I showed a couple of people yesturday. The actual flashlight is very strong. It's not a wide beam but the light is focus and bright.

So it's not just a cool toy but also functional

+1

Thanks for letting people know about this. As you can tell there are many people interested. :)

[sp3GT]

I'm just wondering from what I read above the spotlight won't charge in additional 12v outlets?

[plontoc]

I'm just wondering from what I read above the spotlight won't charge in additional 12v outlets?

That's right. I'm not sure why it wouldn't, but I'll wait till I get mine to make sure.

[FLIPDADY]

I love this thing!! It blinds fellow co-workers and matches the amber lighting on the dash at night.

[cwp_sedan]

I'm just wondering from what I read above the spotlight won't charge in additional 12v outlets?

This does NOT work in the 12v plug. I think it's a little big for the flashlight.

[tinyfist]

I just ordered one off ebay!

Thanks for posting this! :)

Will it be alright to leave in the cigarette lighter 24/7?

[cwp_sedan]

I just ordered one off ebay!

Thanks for posting this! :)

Will it be alright to leave in the cigarette lighter 24/7?

Yes, it will be fine. The mazda 3 doesn't have constant power to the cigarette lighter all of the time. Only when on accessory or full power.

[yearoftherat]

Thank god we had ours charged up to do the CAI install on cwp_sedans car !!!

[Cardinal Fang]

I love mine. My wife thinks it's so cute.

[Seliina]

I love mine. My wife thinks it's so cute.

That's because it is. :)

[tinyfist]

Yes, it will be fine. The mazda 3 doesn't have constant power to the cigarette lighter all of the time. Only when on accessory or full power.

Oh wow, I did not know that!

Hurray for learning!

[oni]

I'm in for the GB.

[cwp_sedan]

I'm in for the GB.

GB already happened...lol. Another small one may happen though so keep an eye out in the GB section.

[tinyfist]

Got mine the next day! I love it. It's absolutely perfect!

[oni]

GB already happened...lol. Another small one may happen though so keep an eye out in the GB section.

DOH >.<

[justin surdit]

I tried going to the website to order one of these, and for whatever reason it has a problem processing my order - any ideas on where to pick one of these up?

[cwp_sedan]

I tried going to the website to order one of these, and for whatever reason it has a problem processing my order - any ideas on where to pick one of these up?

You can get them on M3F but they are a lot more expensive. There may be another GB on these here but not for a little while.

[Soyabean]

not sure if this is the same but looks the same. You can give it a try. It'll cost $10 cdn + free shipping so it is a little cheaper than how much we bought ours for in the GB. I think we bought it for $12? i cant remember

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.20216

[cwp_sedan]

not sure if this is the same but looks the same. You can give it a try. It'll cost $10 cdn + free shipping so it is a little cheaper than how much we bought ours for in the GB. I think we bought it for $12? i cant remember

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.20216

I doubt the free shipping will be to Canada, but it never hurts to ask. If it is that is a VERY good deal.

[omalak]

Shipping usually is free from DX Extreme, they ahve some wicked kock offs lol

case in point Wiimote charging cradle with 2 batteries 13 bucks canadian SHIPPED ( i just got it last week)

if you browse the site there are a number of good deals and products to be found. they are very prompt with their shipping (if item is in stock), and customer service is really good. all items are shiped with tracking as well!

[kLuMzi]

not sure if this is the same but looks the same. You can give it a try. It'll cost $10 cdn + free shipping so it is a little cheaper than how much we bought ours for in the GB. I think we bought it for $12? i cant remember

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.20216

it really is a good deal! too bad they're out of stock ATM :complain