I thought I'd post this, since I'm pretty proud: I used a high-intensity LED strip to convert my X-Type's indicators to LEDs. I think it looks great, much more modern.
I wanted to post pictures of the process (fairly easy, but still a couple of hours), but the photos didn't turn out well...

Contact me if you have any questions.

 

That's rather nice, I would like to see whats involved and where you got the parts. Even if the pics aren't that great post them up.

 

Looks great! I swapped the indicator bulb to an LED one but it is nowhere near bright enough as yours.

+1 for wanting parts and procedures involved

 

Ok, here you go...

FOR THE STRIP:

1.- This is the strip I used: https://www.superbrightleds.com/more...-x3/1465/3186/

When you buy one, make sure you check the lumens and power consumption, since they are not all the same, and depending on wattage you might or might not need to use a resistor (I did need one).

2.- Cut the strip into 6-LED segments (on the strip itself it's indicated where you can or cannot cut)

3.- Solder + and - cables to each segment



4.- The strips have an adhesive backing, so I used a little piece of plastic to make sure they all hold together



TO INSTALL IT

1.- Remove the rear light unit (very easy!)



2.- Cut open a section to be able to fit the strip (tricky... but not critical)



3.- Insert the strip. I had to make a little L-shaped bracket to make sure the strip stays in place



4.- Wire the three positives to the car's positive, the three negatives to the car's negative. Make sure you insert the resistor in the right place



5.- Voila! Now you have the strip in the right place, with the right size and ready to shine!



Questions? Let me know...

 

Great writeup! Thank You! I'll definitely be doing this soon

 

Good luck! Let me know if I can help. My next project will be to turn the tail light/brake light into LED strips, too...