Clear diffusers for our Headlamps (revisited)
01-30-2003, 10:53 PM
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Hey Nate, sorry I never answered to you're PM, but it looks like you found Jeff's e-mail address and sent in the CL diffusers already.
I'm stuck on a 56K modem, so I didn't even read through all three pages.
I will post pics of the TL versions once I get them, so EVERYONE can get an idea how it looks.
Trust me guys, it won't be $95 like the S2K versions. Since the TL and the CL ones are so similar. The pricing would probably be the same as the TL ones. Which is $72 + Shipping.
I'm stuck on a 56K modem, so I didn't even read through all three pages.
I will post pics of the TL versions once I get them, so EVERYONE can get an idea how it looks.
Trust me guys, it won't be $95 like the S2K versions. Since the TL and the CL ones are so similar. The pricing would probably be the same as the TL ones. Which is $72 + Shipping.
01-31-2003, 12:04 AM
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Originally posted by ElegantTL-S
Hey Nate, sorry I never answered to you're PM, but it looks like you found Jeff's e-mail address and sent in the CL diffusers already.
Hey Nate, sorry I never answered to you're PM, but it looks like you found Jeff's e-mail address and sent in the CL diffusers already.
Thanks for your input on this Ray, We would not be as far on this if it were not for your contact and thread over on A-TL forums, and thanks to peiqinglong for his effort. I would pay $72 +S for these.
Please do post pics as I am sure you will have them soon and many want to see them in the chrome light housings as well
01-31-2003, 12:24 AM
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Originally posted by peiqinglong
I would be in if I saw some pics on how it looks first...
I would be in if I saw some pics on how it looks first...
Even when the TL's come in they will be set in Chrome housings (unless painted). This means you'll just have to wait 
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01-31-2003, 02:59 AM
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Nate, I'm happy to be able to bring a new mod into existance. 
On a side note, these still are illegal. Since we are still changing them out for CLEAR OPAQUE reflectors instead of the orange pieces which made the car legal. If we had orange sidemarkers mounted onto the fender, then it's legal.
But the rear is different. The rear only needs a RED reflector, and the taillamps takes care of that. If you look at the side of your taillamps, you'll see the reflector.
On a side note, these still are illegal. Since we are still changing them out for CLEAR OPAQUE reflectors instead of the orange pieces which made the car legal. If we had orange sidemarkers mounted onto the fender, then it's legal.
But the rear is different. The rear only needs a RED reflector, and the taillamps takes care of that. If you look at the side of your taillamps, you'll see the reflector.
01-31-2003, 07:27 AM
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Originally posted by ElegantTL-S
If we had orange sidemarkers mounted onto the fender, then it's legal.
If we had orange sidemarkers mounted onto the fender, then it's legal.
01-31-2003, 01:17 PM
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haha... okay. I don't plan on installing sidemarkers.
ElegantTL-S: I guess it was this section I was referring to: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d12/vc24609.htm
In any case, this is not a big issue with me or I would also consider putting a front plate on my car..etc. etc...
The primary purpose of this mod is for clean finished looks and function.
ElegantTL-S: I guess it was this section I was referring to: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/d12/vc24609.htm
In any case, this is not a big issue with me or I would also consider putting a front plate on my car..etc. etc...
The primary purpose of this mod is for clean finished looks and function.
01-31-2003, 11:36 PM
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I wouldn’t say "a lot" frank, not the kind of numbers that the Accord would have for example. keep in mind this is a domestic only car we have and clears DO BEST on cars that are in the JDM market.
Oh, and the TL is slightly different in shape, therefore it is a Whole separate mold producing those. Shop around and if you can get on produced for less then GREAT. However there are Companies in places such as Taiwan that want a minimum of like a $5,000 order to even consider the project.
Oh, and the TL is slightly different in shape, therefore it is a Whole separate mold producing those. Shop around and if you can get on produced for less then GREAT. However there are Companies in places such as Taiwan that want a minimum of like a $5,000 order to even consider the project.
02-01-2003, 09:35 AM
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Originally posted by frank
wait...don't get it twisted, i'll pay the $72...but i was hoping it was going to be around $50.
wait...don't get it twisted, i'll pay the $72...but i was hoping it was going to be around $50.
02-03-2003, 08:28 PM
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Originally posted by nate'sCLS
Amazing work Jeff.
I can't wait for someone to install them on a TL.
Amazing work Jeff.
I can't wait for someone to install them on a TL.
looks good by the way I wonder how they fit and look finished product.
our own forum mod cool shit like the door sills.seems like it will make it brighter than without
02-03-2003, 08:38 PM
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haha... not really lou. I just heard that the pricing should be established by next week. As you can see the TL set is completed above. Expect ours to have a resembling look and probably be priced nearly the same.
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Re: the Ice Box, I am seriously starting to loose patience
02-03-2003, 08:51 PM
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Originally posted by lou
seems like it will make it brighter than without
seems like it will make it brighter than without
I'm guessing that is the camera flash picking up the reflective aspect.
Just like when we shoot pics of the amber set, when we have a flash pointed at it, its looks so bright.
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02-10-2003, 09:55 PM
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WiLd~CL: Jeff said they should ship in a week or two.
ch1276: check out the site, there is a conversion option also.
http://www.ricks2k.com/products/AcuraDiffusers.htm
lou: I'm guessing that like they did for the S2000, they would make smoked if there was the demand to do it.
ch1276: check out the site, there is a conversion option also.
http://www.ricks2k.com/products/AcuraDiffusers.htm
lou: I'm guessing that like they did for the S2000, they would make smoked if there was the demand to do it.
02-10-2003, 10:08 PM
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hey nate maybe its just that picture would you happen to know if anybody else has them installed yet. Im still interested....is there a night pic with the lights on that would definetly show a difference. I still think it looks better with it than without and the conversion is something to think about.
02-18-2003, 10:12 PM
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The lens are not installed in that pic. They are taped over the amber diffusers, with a white sheet of paper between the clear diffuser and the amber diffuser to hid the amber. He should have installed them late last week. We should be getting updated pics once the installation is completed and he (the owner) e-mails them to us.
Since that is the only shipped Acura diffuser to date (Prototype 20-03 TL) we will have to wait
If I drove an Acrua or had someone (anyone) close to me that did, I would have installed them my self and shot the pics. Since I drive an S2000, all I could do is install the S2k version in mine
So here is an offer. If someone is located in Houston,TX or is willing to drive here. I will install them for free. You pay for the diffuser, and I will install them into the headlights. PM me to shedule a time. (Note: First one gets it)
The lens are not installed in that pic. They are taped over the amber diffusers, with a white sheet of paper between the clear diffuser and the amber diffuser to hid the amber. He should have installed them late last week. We should be getting updated pics once the installation is completed and he (the owner) e-mails them to us.
Since that is the only shipped Acura diffuser to date (Prototype 20-03 TL) we will have to wait
If I drove an Acrua or had someone (anyone) close to me that did, I would have installed them my self and shot the pics. Since I drive an S2000, all I could do is install the S2k version in mine
So here is an offer. If someone is located in Houston,TX or is willing to drive here. I will install them for free. You pay for the diffuser, and I will install them into the headlights. PM me to shedule a time. (Note: First one gets it)
02-18-2003, 11:12 PM
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That explains why the above pic didn't look quite right.
I am going to clear mine out as soon as soon as the CL clears come in.
(I'm trying to be patient )
I am going to clear mine out as soon as soon as the CL clears come in.
(I'm trying to be patient
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02-19-2003, 12:37 PM
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Originally posted by Scooter
how r we doin the pay thing again???
PayPal?
COD???
how r we doin the pay thing again???
PayPal?
COD???
http://www.ricks2k.com/products/AcuraDiffusers.htm
02-19-2003, 01:34 PM
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Most likely Im going to wait for the $200 and they clear them for me approach. I have no problem doing it but its much easier to blame someone else if they fog. 
Did anyone go this route or did everyone just buy the diffusers???
Did anyone go this route or did everyone just buy the diffusers???
02-19-2003, 01:42 PM
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Originally posted by nate'sCLS
I just bought the diffusers, but I did consider the option. I may be painting my headlights, so I'll have to do it all myself.
I just bought the diffusers, but I did consider the option. I may be painting my headlights, so I'll have to do it all myself.
Let me know and post pics.
02-19-2003, 01:59 PM
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i panic'ed for a min, cuz the site said '02 - '03 CL/CLS, and i thought bout the fact that the '03's are blacked out, while the '02's aren't...then i remembered Mr. Big's pic and that it was a clear diffuser on there...perhaps they should mention that the diffuser for the '03 is NOT blacked out like the rest of the housing