The flasher unit uses a bimetal strip.
As it gets hot it bends and turns off the lights. Then it cools, straightens and turns them on again.
If your bulbs don't pull enough current through it then it won't work.
LEDs use a tiny amount of power compared to conventional bulbs.
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