08-03-2013, 01:05 PM
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How do I install new side markers?
I just bought smoked side markers but I'm not very saavy with a wrench. How do I switch these out? Can someone help...thank you in advance!
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08-03-2013, 01:58 PM
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On my '98 they just snap out. The wire connecting the light is short, so don't go too far with the old lamp before you twist and remove the bulb along with its socket. The new clear lens just snaps in. It takes quite a bit of pull to get it out, but trust me, it will pop out.
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08-05-2013, 07:19 AM
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Touch the Icon,
From my experience taking one light assembly off to replace a bad bulb and later taking the front bumper cover off to clean out the radiators, this worked for me:
My recommendation is from the front push the light assembly back toward the wheel well.
There is a spring like clip at the wheel well end of the light assembly. It will give just enought to clear the two little plastic prongs on the front end.
To replace the light assembly, put the rear end (wheel well end of the assembly) in first and push it back until the front two prongs can clear and be pushed in.
MNC-I
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08-05-2013, 07:33 PM
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Thank you guys it worked like a charm!
Much easier then I could have ever imagined. Have either of you replaced the corner of the headlights? Thats next on my list
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08-09-2013, 06:48 AM
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replacing the filament bulb with LED will transform the marker lighting to cool white color. do the same for the driving light (not the headlight) in the headlight assembly.
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08-09-2013, 10:17 AM
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Cool white color may be illegal in some states.
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08-17-2013, 11:09 AM
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It's a great upgrade and I replaced the bulbs with an LED. On a silver 2004 986 it's a great look. Now if I could get them to stay on with headlights and flash with turn signal I'd be very happy. It appears that we'd need a separate bulb mount on the housing. I thought about trying to engineer it with my old side marker bulb fixtures, but haven't got that far.
So why stop there you ask...well I didn't.
Had the flasher mod done by my audio installer.
Changed out all interior lights to LED. Replaced headlight with HID, and parking lights with LED.
Had the DRL mod done by my audio installer and replaced the bulbs with LEDs.
Replaced license plate lights and both trunks with LEDs.
Last edited by markmc55; 08-17-2013 at 11:12 AM.
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08-17-2013, 04:02 PM
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When I replaced my side markers with clear, I also put in silver bulbs that have an orange filament. Problem is, they get hotter than hell and I was afraid they would actually melt the lens.
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08-17-2013, 09:09 PM
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Sounds like a few of you have replaced stock bulbs with LEDs. Has anyone replaced the tail light bulbs with LED? If so, where did you get the LEDs and what type did you use? Any issues?
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08-18-2013, 10:07 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by particlewave
Please don't tell me that you just put hid bulbs in the existing sockets without projectors. You did, didn't you? 
Pictures, or it didn't happen  |
I bought the LEDs from here: http://store.ijdmtoy.com/
They have a bulb selector program for any car. All were error free. Good retailer, large inventory, knowledgeable.
For the HIDs, yes my tech installed them in the sockets. What's the issue?
Last edited by markmc55; 08-18-2013 at 10:14 AM.
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08-18-2013, 12:18 PM
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Last edited by madmods; 08-24-2013 at 08:10 AM.
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08-18-2013, 12:22 PM
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Last edited by madmods; 08-24-2013 at 08:10 AM.
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08-18-2013, 12:40 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by particlewave
...completely selfish and irresponsible. 
...But hey, if you don't mind... |
I appreciate your information and noted the unfocused light spill is negligible. I will conduct my own research regarding the legality of the modification.
However, I don't appreciate your snide and condescending comments and tone. They were completely unnecessary, offensive in nature and only dilute the value of your comments.
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08-18-2013, 03:19 PM
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Appreciation is not necessary or needed. When you post on a public forum, expect uncensored opinions. I'm not here to stroke your ego.
You are welcome to your opinion
It's not like I said that it is completely "ghetto fabulous", a la 1991 Honda Civic. 
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Last edited by particlewave; 08-20-2013 at 08:49 AM.
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08-18-2013, 03:42 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by particlewave
Appreciation is not necessary or needed. When you post on a public forum, expect uncensored opinions. I'm not here to stroke your ego.
You are welcome to your opinion
It's not like I said that it is completely "ghetto fabulous", a la 1991 Honda Civic. |
As William Shakespeare once said, "I'd challenge you to a battle of wits, but I see you're unarmed".
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08-20-2013, 04:54 PM
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Just got these in today from Pelican Parts, should I attempt the install? 
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08-21-2013, 03:16 PM
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Got em in people! I couldnt wait for anyone to respond lol. It was much easier then I could have ever imagined.
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08-21-2013, 03:51 PM
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I never thought the topic of side markers could draw so much discussion. 
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08-24-2013, 10:18 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by markmc55
For the HIDs, yes my tech installed them in the sockets. What's the issue?
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OMG! I'm so embarrassed for you
Last edited by tonichristi; 08-24-2013 at 10:24 AM.
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