Are JDM lights worth it?
01-03-2012, 01:42 AM
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Nowhere in that post does it state "made in Japan", just place of origin. JDM = Japanese domestic market. The xB is a USDM vehicle, but made in Japan. The Rumion, JDM xB, uses entirely different tail lights. Not just in aesthetics, but size as well (they're in fact slightly smaller). Therefore, the aforementioned tail lights could not be considered JDM and I highly doubt they're even sold in Japan.
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01-03-2012, 04:09 PM
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anyone who thinks that their opinion on another persons car matters is a moron. if you don't like a product, then don't buy it. but bashing someone else for liking it is pretty pathetic imo. do you and let other people do them. taste is subjective. it's not that complicated.
01-03-2012, 04:20 PM
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anyone who thinks that their opinion on another persons car matters is a moron. if you don't like a product, then don't buy it. but bashing someone else for liking it is pretty pathetic imo. do you and let other people do them. taste is subjective. it's not that complicated.
01-03-2012, 06:44 PM
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JDM = Japanese Domestic Market. If something doesn't fit a vehicle in Japan, do you really think they'd be for sale in their marketplace? Probably not. Hence why the aforementioned taillights are not JDM.
Jesus, is this stuff really that difficult to comprehend for some people? Seems fairly elementary to me...
Anyway, to the OP and to get back on topic, if you feel these are aesthetically appealing and something you want, get them. If not, cool beans. Everyone has their own opinions, obviously, but it's your car. Do what you want to do.
Just avoid the TYC tails. Junk.
01-04-2012, 07:55 AM
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anyone who thinks that their opinion on another persons car matters is a moron. if you don't like a product, then don't buy it. but bashing someone else for liking it is pretty pathetic imo. do you and let other people do them. taste is subjective. it's not that complicated.
...and BTW, how can cheap chinese parts for USDM vehicles be considered JDM? That makes no sense to me.
01-04-2012, 09:39 AM
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To ricersux:
You say you have done three mods to you xb and won best for show can you show use nubes what those three mods and aka post pic and prove that you won anything for your car it is not concerted a ricer if you put light on your car if you put a body kit on your car or put up grades on your car it is call aftermarket tuning and part not riceing it out if that is what people want to spend their money on then let them and go on with your life to each his own
You say you have done three mods to you xb and won best for show can you show use nubes what those three mods and aka post pic and prove that you won anything for your car it is not concerted a ricer if you put light on your car if you put a body kit on your car or put up grades on your car it is call aftermarket tuning and part not riceing it out if that is what people want to spend their money on then let them and go on with your life to each his own
01-04-2012, 10:10 AM
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To ricersux:
You say you have done three mods to you xb and won best for show can you show use nubes what those three mods and aka post pic and prove that you won anything for your car it is not concerted a ricer if you put light on your car if you put a body kit on your car or put up grades on your car it is call aftermarket tuning and part not riceing it out if that is what people want to spend their money on then let them and go on with your life to each his own
You say you have done three mods to you xb and won best for show can you show use nubes what those three mods and aka post pic and prove that you won anything for your car it is not concerted a ricer if you put light on your car if you put a body kit on your car or put up grades on your car it is call aftermarket tuning and part not riceing it out if that is what people want to spend their money on then let them and go on with your life to each his own
Many members made comments that his car wasn,t the style they were looking for and chose to do other mods.He stated that he won some lame award for best in stance!WTF? Most car brands are installing LED lights,bodykits,HID,custom wheels as stock options.The US is the custom car capital of the world and why would it change now?
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01-04-2012, 05:46 PM
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First off everyone these are all opinions. Its ur ride in the end so do what u want to it.
I understand where ricersux is coming from and btw his xb is simply clean.
But ive done ____ like these lights and countless ebay specials wanting to "mod" my xb. Its fun at first but I went to shows for a year and couldnt win jack ____. Did a few goid mods in my budget and won a few awards myself now but Lets face it if ur modding to win shows these little things dont count for ____. Its all about wheels, suspension, performance and appearance. Thats how a turd with 3 "correct" mods win over those with 20 ebay "jdm" specials.
So if doing to win shows... Save money for proper mods. If u could give a ____ less about shows and awards do whatever the ____ you want. Its ur ride but the dooshbag ricersux I think makes a valid point but some are obviously to sensitive for to much reality.
I understand where ricersux is coming from and btw his xb is simply clean.
But ive done ____ like these lights and countless ebay specials wanting to "mod" my xb. Its fun at first but I went to shows for a year and couldnt win jack ____. Did a few goid mods in my budget and won a few awards myself now but Lets face it if ur modding to win shows these little things dont count for ____. Its all about wheels, suspension, performance and appearance. Thats how a turd with 3 "correct" mods win over those with 20 ebay "jdm" specials.
So if doing to win shows... Save money for proper mods. If u could give a ____ less about shows and awards do whatever the ____ you want. Its ur ride but the dooshbag ricersux I think makes a valid point but some are obviously to sensitive for to much reality.
01-04-2012, 06:33 PM
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To ricersux:
You say you have done three mods to you xb and won best for show can you show use nubes what those three mods and aka post pic and prove that you won anything for your car it is not concerted a ricer if you put light on your car if you put a body kit on your car or put up grades on your car it is call aftermarket tuning and part not riceing it out if that is what people want to spend their money on then let them and go on with your life to each his own
You say you have done three mods to you xb and won best for show can you show use nubes what those three mods and aka post pic and prove that you won anything for your car it is not concerted a ricer if you put light on your car if you put a body kit on your car or put up grades on your car it is call aftermarket tuning and part not riceing it out if that is what people want to spend their money on then let them and go on with your life to each his own
Mod 1: MRR HR-3 20x8.5 Wheels
Mod 2: Air suspension setup
Mod 3: Clazzio seat covers
Here are a few pics of my mods:
Here are some crappy pics of trophies won with the above 3 mods.
Best Overall Stance @ Scion Exposed/Street Life Tour
Upclose of plate (sorry its sideways lol) "Best Overall Stance"
1st Place 2nd Gen xB
Upclose of plate "Best xB 2nd Gen - 1st Place"
He posted pics of a low rider with over size wheels.A very simple looking car, thats very close to stock.
Many members made comments that his car wasn,t the style they were looking for and chose to do other mods.He stated that he won some lame award for best in stance!WTF? Most car brands are installing LED lights,bodykits,HID,custom wheels as stock options.The US is the custom car capital of the world and why would it change now?
Many members made comments that his car wasn,t the style they were looking for and chose to do other mods.He stated that he won some lame award for best in stance!WTF? Most car brands are installing LED lights,bodykits,HID,custom wheels as stock options.The US is the custom car capital of the world and why would it change now?
This is a lowrider just so you know:
First off everyone these are all opinions. Its ur ride in the end so do what u want to it.
I understand where ricersux is coming from and btw his xb is simply clean.
But ive done ____ like these lights and countless ebay specials wanting to "mod" my xb. Its fun at first but I went to shows for a year and couldnt win jack ____. Did a few goid mods in my budget and won a few awards myself now but Lets face it if ur modding to win shows these little things dont count for ____. Its all about wheels, suspension, performance and appearance. Thats how a turd with 3 "correct" mods win over those with 20 ebay "jdm" specials.
So if doing to win shows... Save money for proper mods. If u could give a ____ less about shows and awards do whatever the ____ you want. Its ur ride but the dooshbag ricersux I think makes a valid point but some are obviously to sensitive for to much reality.
I understand where ricersux is coming from and btw his xb is simply clean.
But ive done ____ like these lights and countless ebay specials wanting to "mod" my xb. Its fun at first but I went to shows for a year and couldnt win jack ____. Did a few goid mods in my budget and won a few awards myself now but Lets face it if ur modding to win shows these little things dont count for ____. Its all about wheels, suspension, performance and appearance. Thats how a turd with 3 "correct" mods win over those with 20 ebay "jdm" specials.
So if doing to win shows... Save money for proper mods. If u could give a ____ less about shows and awards do whatever the ____ you want. Its ur ride but the dooshbag ricersux I think makes a valid point but some are obviously to sensitive for to much reality.
(we know each other if anyone was confused)EDIT: Added the best pic I have of my turd with 3 mods...seems the photogs for Canibeat like my car also as this was shot at Import Alliance summer meet. If you didn't know there were like some 10,000 cars there.
Link to the event coverage if you haven't seen the quality that attends this event: http://www.canibeat.com/2011/07/impo...uper-speedway/
01-04-2012, 11:55 PM
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Exhibit One, A "ricer" who has riced out an old BMW 5 series with:
EDIT: btw I took this today
-stupid tails
-distasteful body kit
-sub par wheels for a car that deserves VIP
-//M Motorsport banners and badges
This man was obviously trying to make his car look like something it is not therefore making him a ricer. Not even a Japanese car.
EDIT: btw I took this today
-stupid tails
-distasteful body kit
-sub par wheels for a car that deserves VIP
-//M Motorsport banners and badges
This man was obviously trying to make his car look like something it is not therefore making him a ricer. Not even a Japanese car.
01-20-2012, 06:24 PM
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Alright, break it up people.
All I wanted to know is if the JDM lights were pieces of **** like the TYC tails that everyone bought and got ripped off on.
That's it, and so far it seems like they're built well and worth the money.
I'm asking because I still have TYC tails installed in mine and the break lights have completely malfunctioned. So I want to get a pair of lights that are actually street legal. I don't want to use the stock lights since they're very unattractive.
All I wanted to know is if the JDM lights were pieces of **** like the TYC tails that everyone bought and got ripped off on.
That's it, and so far it seems like they're built well and worth the money.
I'm asking because I still have TYC tails installed in mine and the break lights have completely malfunctioned. So I want to get a pair of lights that are actually street legal. I don't want to use the stock lights since they're very unattractive.
01-20-2012, 09:56 PM
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