New take on Tl headlights
10-29-2004, 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by infamous
what brand/type of tint spray did they use?? I live in NY so im thinking of doing it myself.
Not sure the brand name. Just go to a racing shop nearby, and they should have something.
This particular can was covered in Japanese (for the genuine JDM look) and had a "bullet" shaped lid (rounded as opposed to flat)...the lid was the same color as the tint spray, a sort of darker gray color.
If you do it yourself, keep in mind that all that was sprayed was the amber lens. They removed that piece and put various coats of tint spray over it.
Good luck!! I have attached the link for do it yourself instructions for headlight clearing which might help a bit. Maybe someone else has a better set of instructions, but check these out... http://www.abunchofcars.com/diy_page...t_clearing.htm
10-29-2004, 11:40 AM
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Holy crap did I totaly miss this thread... or what...
Damn three days and you guys have been going crazy on this...
BTW Vtech... the final looks awesome on you car... your were right to do this mod... and like we talked about last weekend at the meet I think that will look incredible on my NBP...
Congrats bud...
Salut
Ciao...
[sarcasm]BTW I couldn't tell you were crazy about Vtech's car Leeo... considering all of the pics you took of his at the meet... [/sarcasm] hehe
Damn three days and you guys have been going crazy on this...
BTW Vtech... the final looks awesome on you car... your were right to do this mod... and like we talked about last weekend at the meet I think that will look incredible on my NBP...
Congrats bud...
Salut
Ciao...
[sarcasm]BTW I couldn't tell you were crazy about Vtech's car Leeo... considering all of the pics you took of his at the meet... [/sarcasm] hehe
10-29-2004, 12:54 PM
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Salut...thanks for the kind words...I think you shoudl definately consider this inexpensive mod. PM me if you want me to swing by so that you can see in person. Also Leeo and I are gonna meet in the a.m. tomorrow for a few pics.
10-29-2004, 06:01 PM
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I was using the host provided by cTLgo, but it appears that the bandwidth was exceeded....someone help out again?? The pics that apply are at photos.yahoo.com/ucsbchris2001 I think all the pics related to the smoked taillights should be at the end of the little photo album
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Originally Posted by VTEC=happiness
I was using the host provided by cTLgo, but it appears that the bandwidth was exceeded....someone help out again?? The pics that apply are at photos.yahoo.com/ucsbchris2001 I think all the pics related to the smoked taillights should be at the end of the little photo album
Salut
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10-30-2004, 12:02 AM
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Originally Posted by VTEC=happiness
Not sure the brand name. Just go to a racing shop nearby, and they should have something.
This particular can was covered in Japanese (for the genuine JDM look) and had a "bullet" shaped lid (rounded as opposed to flat)...the lid was the same color as the tint spray, a sort of darker gray color.
If you do it yourself, keep in mind that all that was sprayed was the amber lens. They removed that piece and put various coats of tint spray over it.
Good luck!! I have attached the link for do it yourself instructions for headlight clearing which might help a bit. Maybe someone else has a better set of instructions, but check these out... http://www.abunchofcars.com/diy_page...t_clearing.htm
This particular can was covered in Japanese (for the genuine JDM look) and had a "bullet" shaped lid (rounded as opposed to flat)...the lid was the same color as the tint spray, a sort of darker gray color.
If you do it yourself, keep in mind that all that was sprayed was the amber lens. They removed that piece and put various coats of tint spray over it.
Good luck!! I have attached the link for do it yourself instructions for headlight clearing which might help a bit. Maybe someone else has a better set of instructions, but check these out... http://www.abunchofcars.com/diy_page...t_clearing.htm
10-30-2004, 12:35 PM
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Originally Posted by infamous
Thats the stuff...good job searching!
10-30-2004, 06:12 PM
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Chrome strips look pretty cool....
Casper, I mentioned trying new Piia bulbs to make the corners brighter. Tried it out but it didn't work...the corners were not any brighter, and they looked more yellow than amber. Back to the drawing board...
Casper, I mentioned trying new Piia bulbs to make the corners brighter. Tried it out but it didn't work...the corners were not any brighter, and they looked more yellow than amber. Back to the drawing board...
10-30-2004, 06:45 PM
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As i mentioned earlier , i took some more pics..
They look great in person , i do believe i will be getting my 04's done there next year..But i think im going to do something a little different..Can't be exactly like VTEC..
leeo
They look great in person , i do believe i will be getting my 04's done there next year..But i think im going to do something a little different..Can't be exactly like VTEC..
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10-31-2004, 12:47 PM
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Leeo....you're the man....pics look great. Now everyone can get a much more clear idea of what was done. Thanks again, and I can't wait to get some of those printed.
10-31-2004, 09:01 PM
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V-Tech the lights look great! I think I'm going to head out to Glendale soon to get my car done. By the way what time of day did you go there? And was the wait long?
10-31-2004, 09:09 PM
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Hey Vtec... i think this would look nice if you do the rear also and the rear sidemarkers. i am thinking of buying this spray and practice on a glass. then cover up my trunk and do it since i got Anthracite i think it will go with the car..
Now one question.. is this anyhow removable? i mean as if what if i mess up and look darker in some places than others.. or just make sure to have an even movement flow going...? i think i wll need to really practice..
Now one question.. is this anyhow removable? i mean as if what if i mess up and look darker in some places than others.. or just make sure to have an even movement flow going...? i think i wll need to really practice..
11-01-2004, 08:55 AM
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Originally Posted by GunnmeTaLCURA04
Hey Vtec... i think this would look nice if you do the rear also and the rear sidemarkers. i am thinking of buying this spray and practice on a glass. then cover up my trunk and do it since i got Anthracite i think it will go with the car..
Now one question.. is this anyhow removable? i mean as if what if i mess up and look darker in some places than others.. or just make sure to have an even movement flow going...? i think i wll need to really practice..
Now one question.. is this anyhow removable? i mean as if what if i mess up and look darker in some places than others.. or just make sure to have an even movement flow going...? i think i wll need to really practice..
The tint spray is made to be permanant, so theoretically, you would not be able to remove it once it is sprayed. Also, I would be a little concerned spraying this stuff on the outside of a lens...since they took apart my lights, and sprayed inside the headlight assembly, normal scratches, flaking and fading are much less of a concern that if the tint spray was going to be exposed to the eliments. I would consider having a professional do the work to ensure that a durable, high quality product is used.
Best of luck.
11-01-2004, 08:57 AM
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Originally Posted by EMCJTL
V-Tech the lights look great! I think I'm going to head out to Glendale soon to get my car done. By the way what time of day did you go there? And was the wait long?
Definately PM me before you come out here...I work just a couple of blocks from this place, so we could meet up.
Anyhow, I dropped the car off right after they opened (around 10:30) and they were nto ready until 545. This is a lot longer than they promised, but it was a day of really heavy rain, so they had to allow more drying time for sealing the lights. Harry claimed that they usually only take 2 & 1/2 to 3 hours to complete this job given ideal weather conditions.
11-01-2004, 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by automata
I take a vacation and look what I miss. 
VTEC you are the man! I am all over this mod. 
VTEC you are the man! I am all over this mod. Glad you like...look forward to seeing on anthracite...esp. with the Volks!!
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