02-16-2015, 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by KRAM36
I want to get rid of the amber in here!
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The soldering iron method works if you're careful, but it's much easier with the lens off 
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02-21-2015, 06:49 PM
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Please forgive the filthiness of the car in the after photo, but...
***See 2 posts down for photos, thanks KRAM36!***
I love it!
I'll paint the turn signal shrouds next month when I have them open to install Fred's projectors.
Last edited by CraigM; 02-22-2015 at 09:26 AM.
Reason: iPhone photos all wonky
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05-28-2015, 02:48 PM
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I finally took the chance when i found a extra set of front headlights in mint condition for a real bargain price, as a backup.
So i did this Project with my old headlights. It went well if u have the right Tools.
The router from Dremel, is a little big and difficult for grinding as the headlight is not plain. I'm happy With the result, so, as for the extra headlight set i have, i will do the same in the future.
Some tips: cover rest of the headlightglas for accidental machine scratches's, don't rush and the result will be fine.
Thanks to Particelwave and other here for the great tip and DIY.
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Last edited by ilikeching; 05-31-2015 at 05:48 PM.
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05-29-2015, 07:11 AM
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Nice!
Yours came out very well! I still have some scratches on mine from the sander (Velcro hooks snuck out a couple times) that I have to clean up.
Now you just have to paint the inner reflector!
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05-29-2015, 10:41 AM
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Usercpy
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Quote:
Originally Posted by CraigM
Nice!
Yours came out very well! I still have some scratches on mine from the sander (Velcro hooks snuck out a couple times) that I have to clean up.
Now you just have to paint the inner reflector!
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Thanks, inner reflector? how and where? 
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05-29-2015, 01:30 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ilikeching
I finally took the chance when i found a extra set of front headlights in mint condition for a real bargain price, as a backup.
So i did this Project with my old headlights. It went well if u have the right Tools.
The router from Dremel, is a little big and difficult for grinding as the headlight is not plain. I'm happy With the result, so, as for the extra headlight set i have, i will do the same in the future.
Some tips: cover rest of the headlightglas for scratches's, don't rush and the result will be fine.
Thanks to Particelwave and other here for the great tip and DIY.
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Nice work! 
Turn signal shroud piece, "amber" vs "clear".
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02-21-2015, 07:24 PM
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That looks great Craig! Nice work 
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02-21-2015, 09:08 PM
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Is it just me or are his pictures upside down and sideways? I have to fix this lol.
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02-22-2015, 05:28 AM
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Huh, did it on my iPhone, still look normal to me. Oh well!
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02-22-2015, 06:38 AM
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This mod is insane Nice work Craig
Amazing result... hard to believe it works actually loll
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02-22-2015, 07:33 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by CraigM
Huh, did it on my iPhone, still look normal to me. Oh well!
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This is how it looks to me lol. Nice job btw!
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02-23-2015, 07:11 AM
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I think it has something to do with iOS because they looked fine on my iPhone in the original post.
Nice work Craig! I'm glad to see that some are making use of this 
I still have not finished my first set 
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02-23-2015, 07:32 AM
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Originally Posted by particlewave
I think it has something to do with iOS because they looked fine on my iPhone in the original post.
Nice work Craig! I'm glad to see that some are making use of this
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Haha! It took longer than I expected, so it was "winking" for a few days while it had one amber and one clear until I had time to do the other one.
What paint would you suggest for the turn signal shroud? I have some Rustoleum "OEM black" plastic paint that worked very well for the front grills, but I can't find a pic of a true clear lens' shroud to see if matte black is correct, and also a little concerned about heat/durability under the lens. TIA
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02-23-2015, 07:47 AM
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OEM is actually a chocolate brown color, but I think black looks best. I use Rustoleum high heat black (matte or flat finish, can be found in automotive section under engine enamel OR the paint section under "grill/barbecue paint").
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04-11-2015, 10:51 AM
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As much as I dislike the amber lamps, I've seen cars with the triangles and side marker lamps converted to clear, and the remaining amber turn signal doesn't look half bad by itself. Depends somewhat if you want a stock Porsche look or a bit custom. I may do it this year. Thoughts on this easy fix???
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04-11-2015, 12:15 PM
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Personally, do what I did. You can find new stock clear made by Bosch for around $650 or so, and then sell your Amber lights, assuming they are in excellent condition for about half that. By doing that, you have new with a reasonable cost. There is always someone looking for the original ambers. I bought some new ones and then put in Fred's HID's and could not be happier. It really updates the look of the car.
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04-12-2015, 02:04 AM
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Partial de-amber
Well here,s mine with the triangles / side markers stopped to clear. I reckon it's an improvement and the original lights are in A1 condition.
Wouldd like to get projectors eventually....
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04-12-2015, 02:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Dave_aus
Well here,s mine with the triangles / side markers stopped to clear. I reckon it's an improvement and the original lights are in A1 condition.
Wouldd like to get projectors eventually....
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YAY...another seal grey, looks fantastic.
I'll keep mine like that, too...that last bit of amber color matches the seal Grey perfectly.
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04-12-2015, 02:50 AM
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That's what I'm talking about . I think it looks really good. If we didn't know better, I'd think that it's stock OEM Boxster. I'm gonna do it!
However, for those brave enough, partlcalwave's mod is the best. Congrats on a fine idea and method.
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04-13-2015, 04:44 AM
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Corner triangles
Are all of the available triangles such a dark gray tint? Why? Aren't OEM triangles clear?
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