Custom Headlights by JnC
06-10-2008, 02:35 PM
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JnC so how do we reserve the primary slot after you're done with the GB sets? (aside from needing it be an 04-05/07-08 stocks)
and how long before you're done with the GB and ready to begin the next sets?
and how long before you're done with the GB and ready to begin the next sets?
06-20-2008, 07:22 AM
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Locksmith's SSM headlights
Locksmith sent his headlights in for colormatch/cleared and here they are 
. Front lens was in rough condition with paint over spray, I refinished it just a bit to get minor scratches and paint off. BTW refinish was done using polishes alone rather than sand paper etc.
. Front lens was in rough condition with paint over spray, I refinished it just a bit to get minor scratches and paint off. BTW refinish was done using polishes alone rather than sand paper etc.
06-20-2008, 09:16 AM
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^^ I am open 
. Its just that the headlights for the trade in program are tied up but that would be taken care of soon as well since I just acquired 2 sets of 04-05 TL headlights 
. Its just that the headlights for the trade in program are tied up but that would be taken care of soon as well since I just acquired 2 sets of 04-05 TL headlights
06-20-2008, 09:30 AM
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Originally Posted by RonJonTL757
^^^^ I NEED TO SEE THOSE PICS ON THE CAR 
Ask and you shall receive
, headlights done for slimboogie
Originally Posted by slimboogie
JnC,
Finished up the install last night and they look great
Just shipped out my headlights about 2 hrs ago and should be about 5 days.
My other baby!
Finished up the install last night and they look great
Just shipped out my headlights about 2 hrs ago and should be about 5 days.My other baby!
06-20-2008, 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by JnC
^^ I am open . Its just that the headlights for the trade in program are tied up but that would be taken care of soon as well since I just acquired 2 sets of 04-05 TL headlights
. Its just that the headlights for the trade in program are tied up but that would be taken care of soon as well since I just acquired 2 sets of 04-05 TL headlights Just let me know when I can add my name to the new trade-in program and I'm in like a dirty shirt
06-20-2008, 10:58 AM
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Originally Posted by NightFox.Technologies
I just want the headlight smoked or at least just the amber diffuser..
Can you help?
Can you help?
Here are a few pictures of smoked/cleared 04 headlights, lmk.
06-20-2008, 11:24 AM
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JnC, Im interested in a trade in program or straight up purchase. The problem is that my 04 headlights seem like the outside of it is really chipped. I am assuming that you wont do a trade in with these. I am interested in blacked out /cleared.
thanks,
thanks,
06-26-2008, 04:30 PM
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06-28-2008, 10:03 PM
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The philips 85122+ bulb you are talking about from HIDplanet says it is rated at 5000k? You were saying they were 4300k? Do you have any pictures with the philips bulb with zkw replicas? Thanks.
06-28-2008, 10:35 PM
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^ I mentioned this elsewhere as well, they are 4200k, when they first came out everyone thought they were 5000k bulbs and confused them for Phillips 85122CM (CM for color match) bulbs. HID bulbs loose their intensity over their life and gain some color, they are a bit yellow in the beginning but once they color shit (after 100 hours of use) they whiten a bit along with loosing their intensity.
85122CM bulbs are made so that they can be used to replace a blown bulb but at the same time be of the same color as the other used bulb on the car. CM bulbs are indeed 5000k.
85122+ bulbs were first introduced in LS430 and RX330 models, these bulbs are rated at 4200k along with 3400 lumens of intensity. Bulbs are known to not loose their intensity and not color shift compares to other OEM D2S bulbs on the market.
Most people confuse the kelvin rating to be the intensity of an HID bulb, thats wrong. Intensity is measured in Lumens rather than kelvin, the K rating only indicates color. The higher the K rating the lower the Lumen rating, this is more true in case of aftermarket HID bulbs made by non OEM brands such as Phillips and Osram.
Our TLs come with Osram D2S bulbs from factory which in my opinion is ridiculous. This bulb color shifts to a white output but at the same time drops from 3200 lumens (when new) to as much as 2400 Lumens.
Granted that the 4200k rating is not for everyone and will take some getting use since its a bit yellow than what mose people as use to but trust me once you go the 85122+ route you will never go back.
Here is a stat sheet on the 85122+ bulb
As far as the replica and real ZKW debate goes.
Well I am not endorsing any vendors here again, the ZKWs are rare and are very tough to find. I paid close to $400 for the first set I ever acquired for retrofit in my 2G TL but to me it was money well spent and other people on the board with ZKW swaps can attest to that comment. If you can find the real thing then more power to you and my vote certainly is for the real ZKW.
The replica lenses are not replicas of the actual ZKW but are indeed clear replicas of the OEM TL fresnel lens. You have to be real anal about HID/output etc to notice the difference between the output of replica lens and ZKW lens in a TL projector. The replicas can be easily acquired plus they are eons cheaper than the real ZKWs, those two are the deciding factors.
Here are some pictures borrowed from a member at another forum, these are TL projectors with replica lenses. Notice that the OP has altered the projector a bit to create more foreground lighting, something that I wouldnt suggest.
some actual pictures of ZKW, replica and OEM TL lenses
and here are some pictures by another member of TL with actual ZKW lenses.
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85122CM bulbs are made so that they can be used to replace a blown bulb but at the same time be of the same color as the other used bulb on the car. CM bulbs are indeed 5000k.
85122+ bulbs were first introduced in LS430 and RX330 models, these bulbs are rated at 4200k along with 3400 lumens of intensity. Bulbs are known to not loose their intensity and not color shift compares to other OEM D2S bulbs on the market.
Most people confuse the kelvin rating to be the intensity of an HID bulb, thats wrong. Intensity is measured in Lumens rather than kelvin, the K rating only indicates color. The higher the K rating the lower the Lumen rating, this is more true in case of aftermarket HID bulbs made by non OEM brands such as Phillips and Osram.
Our TLs come with Osram D2S bulbs from factory which in my opinion is ridiculous. This bulb color shifts to a white output but at the same time drops from 3200 lumens (when new) to as much as 2400 Lumens.
Granted that the 4200k rating is not for everyone and will take some getting use since its a bit yellow than what mose people as use to but trust me once you go the 85122+ route you will never go back.
Here is a stat sheet on the 85122+ bulb
As far as the replica and real ZKW debate goes.
Well I am not endorsing any vendors here again, the ZKWs are rare and are very tough to find. I paid close to $400 for the first set I ever acquired for retrofit in my 2G TL but to me it was money well spent and other people on the board with ZKW swaps can attest to that comment. If you can find the real thing then more power to you and my vote certainly is for the real ZKW.
The replica lenses are not replicas of the actual ZKW but are indeed clear replicas of the OEM TL fresnel lens. You have to be real anal about HID/output etc to notice the difference between the output of replica lens and ZKW lens in a TL projector. The replicas can be easily acquired plus they are eons cheaper than the real ZKWs, those two are the deciding factors.
Here are some pictures borrowed from a member at another forum, these are TL projectors with replica lenses. Notice that the OP has altered the projector a bit to create more foreground lighting, something that I wouldnt suggest.
Originally Posted by imports_only1
I finished this retro a while ago using TL bixenons with RS ZKW replica clear lenses...on my Scion Tc; just thought I share it with you guys. These replica lenses aren't bad at all. The right side is a bit higher but I'm too lazy to adjust it. I also bent the shield a tiny bit for some color; turns out nice but kinda lost the sharpness a little. If I have time, I'll open it up again and bend the shield back to normal. I prefer the sharpness over the color.
some actual pictures of ZKW, replica and OEM TL lenses
Originally Posted by surreal612
Just another comparison with the measurement and clarity of Stock, ZKW and Replica lens.
Measurement
Stock TL
ZKW
ZKW Replica
Stock TL
ZKW
ZKW Replica
Clarity
This is what I was trying to say that not all ZKW lens are textured. Not the greatest shots but you will get the idea
Textured ZKW
Crystal Clear ZKW
ZKW Replica
Measurement
Stock TL
ZKW
ZKW Replica
Stock TL
ZKW
ZKW Replica
Clarity
This is what I was trying to say that not all ZKW lens are textured. Not the greatest shots but you will get the idea
Textured ZKW
Crystal Clear ZKW
ZKW Replica
Originally Posted by superjoe83
i am not the best picture taker, and these are overexposed, but i was board last night a went for a drive.....
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06-28-2008, 10:43 PM
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Wow!...that clarified a lot of things for me...thanks! I'm thinking about gettin' these replicas..not gonna be a whole lot outta my pocket so might as well try it.
06-30-2008, 06:44 AM
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Topflight1's Blacked out headlights.
Topflight1 sent his headlights in to be cleared and blacked out .
The front lenses had some sort of damage from heat/rockblocker etc I have seen it in the past as well with some headlights. Unfortunately the damage is within the lens rather than scratches and such on the surface which can be buffed/sanded out.
. The front lenses had some sort of damage from heat/rockblocker etc I have seen it in the past as well with some headlights. Unfortunately the damage is within the lens rather than scratches and such on the surface which can be buffed/sanded out.
07-01-2008, 10:30 AM
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Nevermind my last post on the old thread jnc.....i ended up findin this new thread of urs....when ever u get the list started i definitely wanna b on it...i have an 05 tl and i'll do the trade in...cleared and blacked out
07-01-2008, 12:08 PM
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New List
I had a few PMs and people wanted to be in on the trade in program before I started this thread so those two would be the first one on the list, others I have just picked up from the beginning of the thread till now. At the moment I have 3 sets of 04-06 headlights, I will have one set of 06 headlight in a month or so, one set of 07-08 base model headlight (may be 2 in a month or so depending how the claim with USPS goes).
Who ever is on the list, kindly add your cars year and what you want done to your set. Who ever wants to be on the list add your name to the end of the list.
Just like I did in the last thread I will update the thread every time a set gets done with pictures.
Official List for the trade in program
JJaber06
ML2
JCL622
Bearcat94
Jingy08
Cdat
o4Komodo
Distorted Reality
Jmkiang
NightFox.Technologies
Huyster1
MaxAmillion
ThePunisher2099
CmyACshoyaRack
markk1661
If you want to send your headlights in then PM me, turn around time depends on what means of shipping you use.
Who ever is on the list, kindly add your cars year and what you want done to your set. Who ever wants to be on the list add your name to the end of the list.
Just like I did in the last thread I will update the thread every time a set gets done with pictures.
Official List for the trade in program
JJaber06
ML2
JCL622
Bearcat94
Jingy08
Cdat
o4Komodo
Distorted Reality
Jmkiang
NightFox.Technologies
Huyster1
MaxAmillion
ThePunisher2099
CmyACshoyaRack
markk1661
If you want to send your headlights in then PM me, turn around time depends on what means of shipping you use.
07-01-2008, 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by CmyACshoyaRack
jnc...would u b able to put that zkw replica lens in it to? i'll pay the difference
Just provide the lenses and I'll swap the OEMs with the replicas.
07-01-2008, 01:01 PM
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I would like to be on the list, but PM'd you and posted in this thread a couple weeks ago. Only thing is I have an 08 Type-S.
I would like to have them blacked out, ZWK lenses, Angel Eyes, and the Switchbacks if possible. I posted a picture of how I wanted them to look when they were done.
I would like to have them blacked out, ZWK lenses, Angel Eyes, and the Switchbacks if possible. I posted a picture of how I wanted them to look when they were done.
07-01-2008, 01:32 PM
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Official List for the trade in program
JJaber06
ML2
JCL622
Bearcat94
Jingy08
Cdat
o4Komodo
Distorted Reality
Jmkiang
NightFox.Technologies
Huyster1 - cleared/blacked out (2005)
MaxAmillion
ThePunisher2099
CmyACshoyaRack
markk1661
JJaber06
ML2
JCL622
Bearcat94
Jingy08
Cdat
o4Komodo
Distorted Reality
Jmkiang
NightFox.Technologies
Huyster1 - cleared/blacked out (2005)
MaxAmillion
ThePunisher2099
CmyACshoyaRack
markk1661
07-01-2008, 01:37 PM
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nice man i got a set of bmw projectors that fit the tl lens i didnt even know they fit until i saw this thread.... the cut off color is so sick and worth the mod....im doing it...thanks for the pics jnc....and the silver paint on the cleared headlights looks siiick!
07-01-2008, 11:28 PM
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You can add me to the list,
JJaber06
ML2
JCL622
Bearcat94
Jingy08
Cdat
o4Komodo
Distorted Reality
Jmkiang
NightFox.Technologies
Huyster1 - cleared/blacked out (2005)
MaxAmillion
ThePunisher2099
CmyACshoyaRack
markk1661
IncaPower 05 NBP cleared blacked out
JJaber06
ML2
JCL622
Bearcat94
Jingy08
Cdat
o4Komodo
Distorted Reality
Jmkiang
NightFox.Technologies
Huyster1 - cleared/blacked out (2005)
MaxAmillion
ThePunisher2099
CmyACshoyaRack
markk1661
IncaPower 05 NBP cleared blacked out
07-02-2008, 12:01 AM
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ML2
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Cdat
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NightFox.Technologies
Huyster1 - cleared/blacked out (2005)
MaxAmillion
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CmyACshoyaRack
markk1661
IncaPower 05 NBP cleared blacked out
ML2
JCL622 (2004 - cleared out)
Bearcat94
Jingy08
Cdat
o4Komodo
Distorted Reality
Jmkiang
NightFox.Technologies
Huyster1 - cleared/blacked out (2005)
MaxAmillion
ThePunisher2099
CmyACshoyaRack
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IncaPower 05 NBP cleared blacked out
07-02-2008, 12:56 AM
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JJaber06
ML2
JCL622 (2004 - cleared out)
Bearcat94
Jingy08
Cdat
o4Komodo
Distorted Reality
Jmkiang
NightFox.Technologies
Huyster1 - cleared/blacked out (2005)
MaxAmillion
ThePunisher2099
CmyACshoyaRack - (2005) cleared/blacked out
markk1661
IncaPower 05 NBP cleared blacked out
ML2
JCL622 (2004 - cleared out)
Bearcat94
Jingy08
Cdat
o4Komodo
Distorted Reality
Jmkiang
NightFox.Technologies
Huyster1 - cleared/blacked out (2005)
MaxAmillion
ThePunisher2099
CmyACshoyaRack - (2005) cleared/blacked out
markk1661
IncaPower 05 NBP cleared blacked out
