I recently (December 2023) purchased Govee's latest underglow setup, and they made it an 8 piece/strip kit. They retail at $69.99, but if you watch Amazon, you can land them for $45 like I did when they had a lightning sale and a $10 coupon available. Fun fact: Goto Subiespeed and watch their JDM DRL/sequential turn signal kit install. There's an open slot in the fuse box to put the add-a-fuse on the STi. However, knowing that the main lighting fuse will work here, I'll just tap in there. This is great to know having already utilized the open slot for the aforementioned JDM kit, so thanks for sharing!!! I, too, am an avid Govee user. I have.... too many kits, lol. I'm not naming the number on that note, but I can say that their outdoor kits can put up with the elements. Living in Buffalo, NY, we get snow. A LOT. Not one kit has ever given me an issue due to water intrusion (I will cop to owning 6 outdoor kits, lol). That said, I wouldn't worry too much about the underglows having any issues on that front.
I had great luck with them! Until the adhesive went, which is expected after a year of Texas climate. If I had proactively changed the adhesive they still be running. But yes sir, glad yours are working well too.
just go to Lowes and get exterior silicone and just seal the ends with it, what 24 hours, then install. I would also seal the joints on the controller box.
Great video! A year later is the kit still working based on your concerns in the video? I am looking to add this kit to my Miata (I have a VA body STI, same color as yours, as my daily) for visibility purposes as I seem to be invisible on the road to big pickups at night. So I'll be using this for safety rather than vanity so reliability and durability are important to me. Thanks!
Hey Yoshi! The kit worked great up until I lost adhesion and the front came loose. Replaced them with a new kit a few months back now. But i still stand by these from a value prop perspective, I would just recommend checking the adhesive on the double sided tape ever 3-4 months to make sure they’re still holding on well.
I just bought this kit, it'll be here in 3 days so this tutorial has been helpful! I have a 2021 WRX limited so basically the same electrical layout as you. I saw another comment with a Premium trim who said that their turn signals didn't work, but since the limited headlights have integrated turn signals it should be fine. Do you think the fender lining is the best place to route the wires through? I have mudflaps on and it's a hassle to remove and reinstall them.
I hear you on the mud flaps, I was in the same boat. The main challenge with this kit is the lights are wired in a series of two and two. Ideally if I were going to do it again I’d try to use the interior fuse box and run lines from there too but unfortunately that may not work since the lines are in a series. You have to go from side skirt to rear bumper, and from front bumper to side skirt, since they’re 2x2.
It's pretty cool 😁, I have the same sort of thing just that it is on my pedal board, again, programmable. I did initially worry that it was tacky but I have had nothing but positive responses, 5yrs and counting 😁 Like deployed 👍
Thanks buddy! There’s always that bit of hesitation with a mod like this but I’m super happy I went with it. I’ve been seeing the underglow pop up more and more at local shows and meets which is awesome to see it making a comeback.
I just purchased these today for my Yukon, I’m not sure when I’ll get to the installation. Great tutorial with the add a fuse part. Just curious if doing it the fuse way does it draw any power from the battery? Like if you were to leave them on over night what battery issues would you have? Thanks
Nice man, have fun with the install! Regarding the battery drain. It all depends which fuse you use. I specifically chose a fuse that will let me turn the lights on without anything else being on so I’d be good at meets and shows. Unfortunately this also means that even when the app is powered off, there will be a minimal draw on the battery. It didn’t kill my battery over night but over time my battery did die. I’ve since hardwired them into a switch and have had no issues. If you tap into a fuse that’s also tapped into a switch in your car (like your headlights) then you won’t have any battery issues, but will have to have you lights on to use the underglow.
This looks fun, always wanted a black LS Civiv saloon like in the first Fast & Furious film with such lighting. Never happened! Oh, only question I have is - did you consider doing heat shrink around your plug connection for added moisture resistance?
Haha same man, I grew up watching this movies and love that the underglow is making a comeback. The heat shrink would have been a good idea! I wish I had thought of it 😂
@@GTJesse Can't remember what exact plug system you used, but if it's easy enough to unplug and put a bit on, why not? Ever thought of going spoiler-less?!? On my 2003 WRX, the lip spoiler was removed, I have a big wing somewhere, but currently run with nothing...
Hey Hayden, sorry I don’t recall and have recently switched to a different setup. I believe it just uses the microphone in your phone but it’s been a long time since I used that feature
I have a 2015 wrx prem and I used the same fuse as you. It powered the lights but I didn't have use of my turn signals. Not sure if you had that same issue
Yep, I haven’t had any issues at all. I had to remove the front and sides and reapply them when I added my lips and side skirts and even then they still work great
I ran mine through my fire wall and hard wired it into my cigarette lighter 12v so they only come on when i turn on the car cause i read review that if u do the battery method they turn on by themselves and drain your battery
Yep, I have mine running through a switchboard now so I can cut the connection when I want, but also run them when the car is off, which is great for meets/shows
I had a problem with the adhesive strip wearing out, but is to be expected after a year in Texas. Had I proactively changed the 3m tape they would still be operational.
I recently (December 2023) purchased Govee's latest underglow setup, and they made it an 8 piece/strip kit. They retail at $69.99, but if you watch Amazon, you can land them for $45 like I did when they had a lightning sale and a $10 coupon available.
Fun fact: Goto Subiespeed and watch their JDM DRL/sequential turn signal kit install. There's an open slot in the fuse box to put the add-a-fuse on the STi. However, knowing that the main lighting fuse will work here, I'll just tap in there. This is great to know having already utilized the open slot for the aforementioned JDM kit, so thanks for sharing!!!
I, too, am an avid Govee user. I have.... too many kits, lol. I'm not naming the number on that note, but I can say that their outdoor kits can put up with the elements. Living in Buffalo, NY, we get snow. A LOT. Not one kit has ever given me an issue due to water intrusion (I will cop to owning 6 outdoor kits, lol). That said, I wouldn't worry too much about the underglows having any issues on that front.
I had great luck with them! Until the adhesive went, which is expected after a year of Texas climate. If I had proactively changed the adhesive they still be running. But yes sir, glad yours are working well too.
Cleanest install with this kit ! Definitely following how you routed the wires & used the add a fuse !
Thanks buddy, hope it worked out well for you!
Sorry, but have to point out, the brand is pronounced "Go-V" not gavee
Learn something new every day!
Was looking to see if anyone was going to point that out!
I SAID THIS OUT LOUD OMFG!!! HAHA
@jazmynravae lol it’s gavee I’m done with yall 🤪
This was great! Thanks for the detailed instructions. Installing on my 24 Nissan Z NISMO
I have a 2012 wrx, I did the same thing and the rear is a pain in the ass!
Yes! The rear is barely long enough
just go to Lowes and get exterior silicone and just seal the ends with it, what 24 hours, then install. I would also seal the joints on the controller box.
That’s a great idea, especially for the control box depending on where you mount it.
Guhvee lol. I have the tv backlight they're great. Thinking about getting these as well. Thanks for the vid.
Guveeeeee hahaha I’ll never live it down 😂😂
Great video! A year later is the kit still working based on your concerns in the video? I am looking to add this kit to my Miata (I have a VA body STI, same color as yours, as my daily) for visibility purposes as I seem to be invisible on the road to big pickups at night. So I'll be using this for safety rather than vanity so reliability and durability are important to me. Thanks!
Hey Yoshi! The kit worked great up until I lost adhesion and the front came loose. Replaced them with a new kit a few months back now. But i still stand by these from a value prop perspective, I would just recommend checking the adhesive on the double sided tape ever 3-4 months to make sure they’re still holding on well.
Hey I just got my govee kit and gonna install it on my day off work it seems kinda intimidating but I am sure that I can do it.
You’ll be glad you did. It’s not that bad, just takes some time running the wires. You got this!
I just bought this kit, it'll be here in 3 days so this tutorial has been helpful! I have a 2021 WRX limited so basically the same electrical layout as you. I saw another comment with a Premium trim who said that their turn signals didn't work, but since the limited headlights have integrated turn signals it should be fine. Do you think the fender lining is the best place to route the wires through? I have mudflaps on and it's a hassle to remove and reinstall them.
I hear you on the mud flaps, I was in the same boat. The main challenge with this kit is the lights are wired in a series of two and two. Ideally if I were going to do it again I’d try to use the interior fuse box and run lines from there too but unfortunately that may not work since the lines are in a series. You have to go from side skirt to rear bumper, and from front bumper to side skirt, since they’re 2x2.
@@GTJesse Gotcha, I guess I'll just spend some extra time on it haha.
Tthis looks awesome. Great job! Can you lower the brightness on them?
Thanks! Yes you can adjust brightness
It's pretty cool 😁, I have the same sort of thing just that it is on my pedal board, again, programmable. I did initially worry that it was tacky but I have had nothing but positive responses, 5yrs and counting 😁
Like deployed 👍
Thanks buddy! There’s always that bit of hesitation with a mod like this but I’m super happy I went with it. I’ve been seeing the underglow pop up more and more at local shows and meets which is awesome to see it making a comeback.
@@GTJesse it's a great look 😁
I just purchased these today for my Yukon, I’m not sure when I’ll get to the installation. Great tutorial with the add a fuse part. Just curious if doing it the fuse way does it draw any power from the battery? Like if you were to leave them on over night what battery issues would you have? Thanks
Nice man, have fun with the install! Regarding the battery drain. It all depends which fuse you use. I specifically chose a fuse that will let me turn the lights on without anything else being on so I’d be good at meets and shows. Unfortunately this also means that even when the app is powered off, there will be a minimal draw on the battery. It didn’t kill my battery over night but over time my battery did die. I’ve since hardwired them into a switch and have had no issues. If you tap into a fuse that’s also tapped into a switch in your car (like your headlights) then you won’t have any battery issues, but will have to have you lights on to use the underglow.
That makes sense, thanks homey
@asabirks7982 no prob, happy to help 🤙
This looks fun, always wanted a black LS Civiv saloon like in the first Fast & Furious film with such lighting. Never happened!
Oh, only question I have is - did you consider doing heat shrink around your plug connection for added moisture resistance?
Haha same man, I grew up watching this movies and love that the underglow is making a comeback. The heat shrink would have been a good idea! I wish I had thought of it 😂
@@GTJesse Can't remember what exact plug system you used, but if it's easy enough to unplug and put a bit on, why not?
Ever thought of going spoiler-less?!?
On my 2003 WRX, the lip spoiler was removed, I have a big wing somewhere, but currently run with nothing...
Looks so good!
Thank you!! 🙏
Hey there! I've just done the heat shield trick on my Mazda, did your rear wires burn through yet?
Hey Rick! No they haven’t, I was under there a couple weeks ago and all is well. Welcome to the underglow gang!
I know someone corrected your pronunciation of govee. But I’m calling it guvee from now on
Let’s start a movement
Do you know how to make it so that they will still play to the music while your phone is connected to the Bluetooth in your car?
Hey Hayden, sorry I don’t recall and have recently switched to a different setup. I believe it just uses the microphone in your phone but it’s been a long time since I used that feature
I have a 2015 wrx prem and I used the same fuse as you. It powered the lights but I didn't have use of my turn signals. Not sure if you had that same issue
Just saw this, haven’t had that issue and have hooked up 2 additional light kits to the samenfuse
Light doesn't look as direct as the old one you had right?
Hey Kevin sorry man I’m not sure I understand, I didn’t have another underglow kit on my car
Update on how lights are holding up
Still going strong and get a lot of compliments
@GTJesse cool even with the heat coming from the exhaust by the heat shield and weather conditions?
Yep, I haven’t had any issues at all. I had to remove the front and sides and reapply them when I added my lips and side skirts and even then they still work great
@GTJesse cool thank you for the update. I definitely will be looking into getting them
Does the tape keep the light on? I imagine it won’t last long especially after rain or snow
I ran mine through my fire wall and hard wired it into my cigarette lighter 12v so they only come on when i turn on the car cause i read review that if u do the battery method they turn on by themselves and drain your battery
Yep, I have mine running through a switchboard now so I can cut the connection when I want, but also run them when the car is off, which is great for meets/shows
Can you cut to desired length on the led strips?
Not this style since they’re in a waterproof enclosure
@@GTJesse OK, thanks for the info.
Govee its a great brand for leds but its very expensive :(
I think $40 for underglow is a very fair price. Some of their smart home lights are $$$ but for the underglow, I’m happy with that amount
@@GTJesse Maybe you are right but I am living Turkey :(
@@berkc06 that’s fair buddy
My question is this. Is it still working after 1 year?
I had a problem with the adhesive strip wearing out, but is to be expected after a year in Texas. Had I proactively changed the 3m tape they would still be operational.
Cool
These lights were shit they didn’t last long at all I just purchased a mid $100 kit be here soon
Hope the new ones are better. I was happy with the govees given the price but I’m using lowglow now.