Pentagonlight L3-mods?

Will have this light in another day or two, and was wondering what is doable on these?
Currently runs a Luxeon V-what is a good module to replace with?
I want to retain the 3 CR123's, not run rechangrables, and would also like to retain the reflector and driver (if possible).
Are there any led's that improve substantially on the Lux V and drop in?
If I understand right, the Lux V runns higher voltage at the emitter than most others-true or not?
If so, obviously the driver would have to go as well.
Would I be further ahead just leaving it alone?
Thanks for any info.

Nick

Can you post pictures of the insides of the L3 head?

If the module looks similar to the X3 incan version, you can do this:

https://www.candlepowerforums.com/posts/3175866&postcount=7

Well, it won't be in my posession until tomorrow or Friday, so pics will have to wait until then.

Nick

I just received all the parts to convert my X-3 light to LED. I'm concerned about the output of the Cree R2 Drop-in SKU 11836.

Prior to modding anything, I put the module on top of 3xCR123 to compare it with the xenon module of my sole surviving X-3. Hmmmmm? The R2 module puts out less than half the brightness of the xenon.

I must admit, I know nothing about about rating different emitters, but I'm thinking something's wrong here.

I'm looking for intensity relatively close to the xenon for use as a weapon light on my rifle. Heat output is not a major concern since it won't run for extended time.

Can you guys advise on what I'm missing?

Thanks!

Okay, so I opened it up, the module itself does not look like it can be disassembled.
In your link, you are usding that reflector with a P60 drop in pill?

Nick

Pics of the bezel and the module:






Nick

It looks like the drop in should unscrew. It may require some heat though.

A Cree MC-E would be a nice replacement for the Lux V.