Creating the perfect TL headlight... Another headlight clearing adventure...
Those look so nice. I can't wait to see these on your car. I am definitely jealous! 
11-04-2007, 09:46 AM
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Also, in regards to the Turn signal LED bulbs... why replace them? Doesnt the OEM lights do the job? I guess i'm not getting something with regards to the turn signals.. more light output?
11-04-2007, 09:50 AM
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Originally Posted by lusid
Also, in regards to the Turn signal LED bulbs... why replace them? Doesnt the OEM lights do the job? I guess i'm not getting something with regards to the turn signals.. more light output?
When you remove the orange diffuser that bulb becomes an eyesore.
smaller, lower profile, chrome bezel, and brighter LEDS...
11-04-2007, 02:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Kennedy
Had this painted to match...
11-04-2007, 02:21 PM
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Originally Posted by mamitaxchula
now THAT is something I've been wanting to do to my grill, how well is the color match? & what paint did you use? It's like you read my mind Kennedy.
Pretty well. Like I described earlier... That gray paint is really flat. The clearcoat make the bar a bit reflective. Color look good though.
You know I'm not shy with pics...
11-04-2007, 04:15 PM
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Dude, nice work…just came across the thread. Mine have been done for a while and still get a lots complements…I like your angel eyes idea, should look sharp Here’s a few pics of color matched, not nearly as involved as yours The ZKW’s make a HUGE difference 
Here’s a few pics of color matched, not nearly as involved as yours The ZKW’s make a HUGE difference
11-04-2007, 05:45 PM
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I'm sure there's another thread somewhere, but....link for the angel eyes please??? What brand, etc...?
Plus, EXCELLENT effing job on what you are doing. Way to be innovative! Nothing like a DIY success....
Plus, EXCELLENT effing job on what you are doing. Way to be innovative! Nothing like a DIY success....
11-05-2007, 04:10 AM
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^^ ebay search "TL angel eyes"
I love the angel eyes.. it gives my car a mean ass look when they are on with the park lights
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I love the angel eyes.. it gives my car a mean ass look when they are on with the park lights
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They always mal-function once in a while. DRL dash light just randomly comes on sometimes.
11-05-2007, 08:46 AM
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Originally Posted by elkayem
My angel eyes are starting to piss me off.
They always mal-function once in a while. DRL dash light just randomly comes on sometimes.
They always mal-function once in a while. DRL dash light just randomly comes on sometimes.
The running lights and DRLs are wired independent of each other, and should affect each other.
11-05-2007, 09:33 AM
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A J35A8 EG civic is in
^^^ x2 what he said..
The only problem I have with mine are that when its realllyy cold out (like under 40 degrees) the angel eyes take about a minute to light up and get bright, but other than that theres been no problems.
Elkayem where did you get yours from?
The only problem I have with mine are that when its realllyy cold out (like under 40 degrees) the angel eyes take about a minute to light up and get bright, but other than that theres been no problems.
Elkayem where did you get yours from?
11-05-2007, 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Kennedy
Are they wired to your DRLs? That could be the problem. That's a 5V source, not 12V.
The running lights and DRLs are wired independent of each other, and should affect each other.
The running lights and DRLs are wired independent of each other, and should affect each other.
So do you have any idea how I should wire them to do that? =[
I was gonna wire them as low beams but that would make the tails and sidemarkers come on.
11-05-2007, 04:09 PM
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Originally Posted by elkayem
Yeah they are wired to my DRL's cuz I want them to ONLY come on, without the sidemarkers and tailights going on.
So do you have any idea how I should wire them to do that? =[
I was gonna wire them as low beams but that would make the tails and sidemarkers come on.
So do you have any idea how I should wire them to do that? =[
I was gonna wire them as low beams but that would make the tails and sidemarkers come on.
Hope this helps.
11-05-2007, 06:29 PM
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Another option, without using a switch, is to use a 4 pin relay... This will make it come on when you turn the key forward one click (switched power).
pin 30 - (+) battery
pin 87 - (+) of the angel eye ballast
pin 86 - any ground
pin 85 - splice into the DRL + (it's 5V). If that don't work (relay clicks), splice into the wiper motor lead (that's wire is described in the 3G garage in the DRL retrofit thread).
I'm on the fence... independent switch, switched on, or on with the running lights.
I'm thinking switched on may be the ticket, like you.
pin 30 - (+) battery
pin 87 - (+) of the angel eye ballast
pin 86 - any ground
pin 85 - splice into the DRL + (it's 5V). If that don't work (relay clicks), splice into the wiper motor lead (that's wire is described in the 3G garage in the DRL retrofit thread).
I'm on the fence... independent switch, switched on, or on with the running lights.
I'm thinking switched on may be the ticket, like you.
11-05-2007, 08:46 PM
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Switched is just the EASIEST option....I HATE relays. Confusing...
Just leave the switch in the "on" position if it is tapped into a switched (+) from somewhere else, and they will pop on whenever the car fires up. Cigarette lighter (+) is probably the best.
Just leave the switch in the "on" position if it is tapped into a switched (+) from somewhere else, and they will pop on whenever the car fires up. Cigarette lighter (+) is probably the best.
11-05-2007, 09:20 PM
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Originally Posted by twon_aka_hollaatyaboy
Switched is just the EASIEST option....I HATE relays. Confusing...
Just leave the switch in the "on" position if it is tapped into a switched (+) from somewhere else, and they will pop on whenever the car fires up. Cigarette lighter (+) is probably the best.
Just leave the switch in the "on" position if it is tapped into a switched (+) from somewhere else, and they will pop on whenever the car fires up. Cigarette lighter (+) is probably the best.
If the idea is to have the angel eyes come on with switched power only, you COULD just direct wire it by splicing the wiper motor, etc... directly. No need for a switch.
Enough on that though. Lets keep this thread clean. Any wiring questions I can answer through PM.
11-05-2007, 09:57 PM
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Are you guys putting Angel Eyes on all four or just the outer 2? I am new to this and just got my TL-S 2 weeks ago, forgive me if this is a stupid question. But I like the look and it seems simple to do.
11-05-2007, 10:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Chris 07 Type S
Are you guys putting Angel Eyes on all four or just the outer 2? I am new to this and just got my TL-S 2 weeks ago, forgive me if this is a stupid question. But I like the look and it seems simple to do.
2004-2006 have a square fogs in the "inner section", whereas 2007 have round Daytime Running Lights there.
Look at my pics, then go look at your headlights, you'll see the difference.
11-05-2007, 10:15 PM
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Oh yeah forgot about the DRLs. Chris 07 Type S if you just got your TL it'd nice to read some posts about removing the headlights and video about removing the front bumper 
I totally agree they look awesome but it depends how much motivated you are
I totally agree they look awesome but it depends how much motivated you are
11-06-2007, 03:50 AM
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Originally Posted by twon_aka_hollaatyaboy
Just need a switch (from Autozone or Schucks, whatever...). Wire a positive to any constant (+) or ignition/switched (+) or battery. Ground it wherever, and mount switch anywhere inside. Thats all. Its pretty easy. The hardest part will probably finding a good wire to steal the (+) signal from unless you go battery. If you go battery, make sure to fuse it.
Hope this helps.
Hope this helps.
I'm an electronic dumbass
11-06-2007, 08:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Chris 07 Type S
I see the difference. My inners and outers look identical. You think 4 eyes would look good or just 2?
11-07-2007, 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by TL-ed
Inner two!! I have yet to see all 4 on a TL but wouldnt that look like a bmw? unless thats the look you want, i wouldnt - its a TL
11-07-2007, 05:04 PM
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You do understand, you have to have the new headlight style to get 4 rings right?
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...ght=angel+eyes
https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...ght=angel+eyes
11-07-2007, 05:17 PM
#119
Originally Posted by Kennedy
I couldn't justify $50 for two eagle eyes from autolumination, and the yellow/orange version has a nasty yellow annodized heat sink at the top.
These are 1/2 the price, have a nice low profile, a chrome bezel for the top, and should be almost equvalent in brightness.
Only waiting on 1 thing, the order for carbon fiber trim on the outer edge. The last place I ordered from has yet to ship, so I had to cancel and reorder this week.
I should be installing in 2 weeks.