Clear Corners - Rear (Altima Lens Swap)
#61
Originally Posted by ScionSemper
I think you are trying to read between the lines when there is nothing there to read. The law says the color of the LIGHT (!!), not the color of the lens. You should probably know that there are several OEM models that come equipped with clear LENS side markers, but illuminate in either red or amber - which is perfectly legal under federal law.
If that was true then why would Toyota bother to install separate amber reflectors on the sides of the clear headlight housing when there is already an amber bulb in there.
Also, side markers aren't just lenses. They have to be reflex reflectors by law. And the reflectors need to be colored (amber front side, red rear side).
#65
Just did mine yesterday and am pleased with the results. The only thing I did different was fab up a small bracket for the other side of the light to help hold it in place. I also used some black silicone to keep it from sliding but the additional bracket holds it so tight that I don't think it was really necessary. I guess it is just extra assurance.
I know, its dirty, but I can't afford to wash it after every snow storm.
This is view of bracket after I reinstalled bumper. It is the sheet metal finger on the right side. I should have taken a pic before reassembly but I was in a hurry to finish last night, since it was so cold.
I know, its dirty, but I can't afford to wash it after every snow storm.
This is view of bracket after I reinstalled bumper. It is the sheet metal finger on the right side. I should have taken a pic before reassembly but I was in a hurry to finish last night, since it was so cold.
#66
Amber side markers
Just installed mine yesterday with hardly any modifications by simply snapping the lights into place. The only thing I had to do was cut off the sides of the Nissan plug so that it would easily plug into the car's socket. I then secured the connection with lots of electrical tape. The whole thing took about 30 minutes, and the result is at least as good as the original, in my opinion.
#68
Originally Posted by drviolin
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#69
Originally Posted by stick_1NZ
Originally Posted by drviolin
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#73
[quote="cyclman68"]Here is mine all cleaned up
Looks great. I don't know when if mine will ever be this clean. Where did you manage to find the clear lenses? I had a difficult time finding them and thus opted for the amber. But the clear ones look more in tune with the rest of the car. BTW, I did not have to remove the bumber, use tape, silicone, hot glue or any additional parts. The lights snapped right in and seem to be pretty secure.
Looks great. I don't know when if mine will ever be this clean. Where did you manage to find the clear lenses? I had a difficult time finding them and thus opted for the amber. But the clear ones look more in tune with the rest of the car. BTW, I did not have to remove the bumber, use tape, silicone, hot glue or any additional parts. The lights snapped right in and seem to be pretty secure.
#74
[quote="drviolin"]
Thanks man. I got these, and as I said earlier, the fit was not that good right out of the box but rest of quality was good (from what I can tell so far).
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=130054943740
Originally Posted by cyclman68
Here is mine all cleaned up
Looks great. I don't know when if mine will ever be this clean. Where did you manage to find the clear lenses? I had a difficult time finding them and thus opted for the amber. But the clear ones look more in tune with the rest of the car. BTW, I did not have to remove the bumber, use tape, silicone, hot glue or any additional parts. The lights snapped right in and seem to be pretty secure.
Looks great. I don't know when if mine will ever be this clean. Where did you manage to find the clear lenses? I had a difficult time finding them and thus opted for the amber. But the clear ones look more in tune with the rest of the car. BTW, I did not have to remove the bumber, use tape, silicone, hot glue or any additional parts. The lights snapped right in and seem to be pretty secure.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=130054943740
#78
Originally Posted by peteski
Looks clean!! from the way your taillights look I would say that you've used my clear taillight mod. It looks really good on a dark car.
#80
Originally Posted by bB2NER
Why amber tho?