That secret mod I was talking about (pics!)
11-06-2004, 02:22 PM
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That secret mod I was talking about (pics!)
Well everyone wants to smoke their sidemarkers, tails and or headlights. I am attempting to make that a reality. I had some spare time so I worked on a sidemarker today and I'm happy with the results. You can see the lit and non lit pictures, so you can tell that it takes away almost no light when lit up so it doesn't hinder night time visibility. Let me know what you think. I should have the tailights and headlights done by the end of the month 
11-06-2004, 04:39 PM
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not feelin it. sorry...
not as shiny, really really dull paint. and worse of all, over time.... its gona fade and get even worse. trust me....
i'd be interested in having the same exact side marker cover like the front... put on the back
not as shiny, really really dull paint. and worse of all, over time.... its gona fade and get even worse. trust me....
i'd be interested in having the same exact side marker cover like the front... put on the back
11-06-2004, 05:31 PM
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Originally Posted by ayethetiense
not feelin it. sorry...
not as shiny, really really dull paint. and worse of all, over time.... its gona fade and get even worse. trust me....
i'd be interested in having the same exact side marker cover like the front... put on the back
not as shiny, really really dull paint. and worse of all, over time.... its gona fade and get even worse. trust me....
i'd be interested in having the same exact side marker cover like the front... put on the back
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11-07-2004, 12:27 PM
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Originally Posted by ayethetiense
not feelin it. sorry...
i'd be interested in having the same exact side marker cover like the front... put on the back
i'd be interested in having the same exact side marker cover like the front... put on the back
id like to have the same smoke cover as the front too, but the front cover isnt the same as the back one.
what did u use too smoke the cover? and is it put on the inside or outside of the cover? id like to have that done on my car too.
11-07-2004, 02:06 PM
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Originally Posted by tlxlr8s
id like to have the same smoke cover as the front too, but the front cover isnt the same as the back one.
what did u use too smoke the cover? and is it put on the inside or outside of the cover? id like to have that done on my car too.
what did u use too smoke the cover? and is it put on the inside or outside of the cover? id like to have that done on my car too.
11-07-2004, 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by ed99
How did you manage to take the markers off. Was it easy to take off. And how did you do it??
11-07-2004, 11:29 PM
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Originally Posted by zima76
I didn't take anything off. I was using the plastic paint spray to spray it evenly. I can use the alcohol to remove it if I want.
11-11-2004, 11:50 PM
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They will probably bring otu smoked side markers, but If i were you I would wait to see if clear side markers came out, that would look nice match the color of your car!!!! SPICY
11-12-2004, 08:22 AM
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its actually exterior smoked vinyl, lasts a very long time, doesn't fade, and is translucent so it doesn't remove any brightness from the lights. During the day and night, the tails, sidemarkers or what not are smoked. I have to order more material, I believe the roll is quite long, so I can sell the extra to you guys, I just have to find out exactly how much is needed and also contact Soopa and get info on how to be a vendor on the site. Don't PM me, I'll post in this thread when I have the info 
07-26-2005, 10:02 PM
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Smoked Rear Side Markers
All of you have smoked your sidemarkers w/ some sort of spray. Well I'm here to tell you that I actually have smoked rears that exactly match the fronts with Honda Logos on them. Little secret....expect to see them on 2008 models. I have the inside scoop and I'm the only one with them in the whole US right now since I have the inside scoop in Honda.
07-27-2005, 09:46 PM
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No they weren't done with tints. These are actual pieces for upcomming TL's. They are from a test vehicle and light up amber at night just like the fronts.
07-28-2005, 10:24 AM
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Just do not get in a wreck where you are at fault - the plaintiff's lawyers look all over the place for any non-standard equipment, bulbs, etc. If they can convince the typical nitwit jury that your mods were a proximate cause, it can cost ya.
I know of a case personally where a kid put on some sequential tailllights (on a Mustang) , gray market, not DOT-approved, and the plaintiff's attty was all over his case, and the jury found negligence. Ouch!
I know of a case personally where a kid put on some sequential tailllights (on a Mustang) , gray market, not DOT-approved, and the plaintiff's attty was all over his case, and the jury found negligence. Ouch!
07-28-2005, 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by TL-CrAzIe-05
All of you have smoked your sidemarkers w/ some sort of spray. Well I'm here to tell you that I actually have smoked rears that exactly match the fronts with Honda Logos on them. Little secret....expect to see them on 2008 models. I have the inside scoop and I'm the only one with them in the whole US right now since I have the inside scoop in Honda.
07-28-2005, 02:02 PM
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Originally Posted by ludachrisvt
pics first. fingers typing 
second ... 
inside scoop ... some people have nothing better to do I guess 
second ... inside scoop ... some people have nothing better to do I guess cTLgo's right, BS, plain and simple.
07-29-2005, 09:23 AM
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All of you think your so funny. Funny not, ignorant yes. Anyways pics will be on the way. Don't hate as this is exactly what it seems like. I'm the special one and well you all a fake mod.
07-29-2005, 02:51 PM
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Originally Posted by PoochaKannInc
And don't let anyone tell you otherwise. You are special; along with everyone else. 
07-29-2005, 08:30 PM
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Alright fellas, I'm not sure if this is going to work. I really didn't lnow how to use image shack and transfer the photos here. Help would be nice.
http://img117.imageshack.us/img_view...10009116nk.jpg
http://img117.imageshack.us/img_view...10009116nk.jpg
07-29-2005, 08:33 PM
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that looks legit, howeve without the new tailights from the 06 on tl, that doesnt look great. The new taillights have to resemble the a-spec concept, because that grey doesnt look right by itself. Mark my words we will all be doing tail light conversions to the new 06 tail lights, they are going to be that hot.
Fitz
pure speculation of course, but i know acura wouldnt sell a car without new tailights for the 06 year
Fitz
pure speculation of course, but i know acura wouldnt sell a car without new tailights for the 06 year