DIY: Side Marker Installation
#1
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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DIY: Side Marker Installation
I have taken on this project. 95~96 have the fenders clear for the side markers while the 97 and 98 have the washer reservoir located on the driver's side fender.
I will have to take down the liner and figure out if there is enough space to install the side marker and keep it from looking weird...
Here's the marker I will install:
I will have to take down the liner and figure out if there is enough space to install the side marker and keep it from looking weird...
Here's the marker I will install:
#2
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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The passenger fender is all clear. For those of you with 97 and 98, when you open your driver's door, look towards the fender and you will see this white container that runs from the top to the bottom of the fender...whereas the passenger is all way through, shine a light in there.
For the passenger fender, I will fish the wires into the front bumper and will just tap into signals.
For the driver's side, liner has to come down to evaluate feasible location. Tomorrow we shall find out.
For the passenger fender, I will fish the wires into the front bumper and will just tap into signals.
For the driver's side, liner has to come down to evaluate feasible location. Tomorrow we shall find out.
#9
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Thats not right.
Good job, you took this project. I am working 7 days a week and I don't know for how long I have to, so I don't have time at all. Not even for putting my inspire tails on.
Thats not right.
Good job, you took this project. I am working 7 days a week and I don't know for how long I have to, so I don't have time at all. Not even for putting my inspire tails on.
#11
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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Ok guys...need to look at another spot! Can not wait for the weekend, I need to tear that fender liner down!
I have been checking around, the lowest that these markers are installed are in the level of the top of the tire, if not higher....so I agree.
Thanks for the feedback.
I have been checking around, the lowest that these markers are installed are in the level of the top of the tire, if not higher....so I agree.
Thanks for the feedback.
#13
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NOOOO...definitely don't do it that low. ESPECIALLY don't do it higher on the passenger side. I tend to think that it's not necessarily better to have anything than nothing. Stock looks better...how about finding a reservoir from a another car that you can make work...I mean, it only holds liquid...you could make something work to give you the 1" clearance you'll need.
#14
Str8 Home built
yeah man that looks a little to low so yeah. it should got were the trim on the fender is but a little higher than the trim. thats were they usually go and if the water tank in the way get side markers that are flatter so they will fit
#15
that low Will Fail ! i always wanted to put the side marker in the side moldings, i think it will go very nicely and you could make them flush with the car so they dont stick out as much
BTW where you got them from? they look nice!
BTW where you got them from? they look nice!
Last edited by stas2007; 02-25-2009 at 12:43 PM.
#17
'13 Hyundai Sonata
#26
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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I do not know where the OEM Inspire marker is...I know that looking at several BMW 3 series markers....it is about the same height as I was proposing....3/4 of the tire level.
#27
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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I am freeking ready for this DIY. Got my Dremel tool lined up! No matter what, my Tl will have side markers after this weekend! Good timing, it sucks in ATL now, all rain and crap!
Got something to spend my time on...watch for the DIY!!!! Wish me luck....gotta be careful about the paint....
I will also solder the wire into the terminal...I do not know where to get the connector...anybody has an idea? Otherwise, solder and heat shrink!
Got something to spend my time on...watch for the DIY!!!! Wish me luck....gotta be careful about the paint....
I will also solder the wire into the terminal...I do not know where to get the connector...anybody has an idea? Otherwise, solder and heat shrink!
#31
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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#36
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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Ok, here we go, the DIY for the side marker signals. I jacked up the car and took out the wheel, but found out it is not needed. However, you need to jack it up so you have space to work with.
Next: Peel off the liner and see where you can locate the marker. 95~96 need not worry, you have space...but for 97~98, need to avoid wires and tank.
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Next: Peel off the liner and see where you can locate the marker. 95~96 need not worry, you have space...but for 97~98, need to avoid wires and tank.
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#37
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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Next step work on your template. Take your time to layout your template. Some thinking required. For those of you who are not savvy....take it to the shop and get it installed...it was freeking exhausting....
Next, tape your template to your exact location.
Next, tape your template to your exact location.
#38
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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Next...tape, more tape...protect the vicinity...you will be happy you did...that dremel wants to party......
Next step...some serious dremel cutting action....I used 1 cutting tool for both...just take your time, practice....the tool will want to wander around....you must hold it tight and stay close to the body...anchor your hands....just do it slowly. Then switch to sanding tool...fine tune and clean up edges....after some gut wrenching, serious concentration cutting and sanding...fit your marker
Next step...some serious dremel cutting action....I used 1 cutting tool for both...just take your time, practice....the tool will want to wander around....you must hold it tight and stay close to the body...anchor your hands....just do it slowly. Then switch to sanding tool...fine tune and clean up edges....after some gut wrenching, serious concentration cutting and sanding...fit your marker
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#39
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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Need to wire up, get 16 gage stranded wire and cut sufficient length...I soldered mine and heat shrinked....looks good:
Next, remove the signal marker by removing one screw. Now fish the wire.
Next, remove the signal marker by removing one screw. Now fish the wire.
#40
98 3.2 Flamenco Black
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Next step, tap into the signal wires...does not matter which one, just tap the wires.
Replace signals and clean up and pour a glass of scotch and enjoy the flasher....
Replace signals and clean up and pour a glass of scotch and enjoy the flasher....