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Old Apr 12, 2019 | 12:12 PM
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Looking for advice on installing DRLs in my 2003 Fairlady. I don't want to start pulling apart the headlights and patching wires through them, if possible. Just looking for the simplest solution. I read that the switchback LEDs that fit into the existing side reflector spots look the best. Can anyone point me in the right direction on this "Canadian requirement"?
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Old Apr 12, 2019 | 12:36 PM
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1. its not a fairlady, its a 350z

2.just leave well enough alone, or upgrade to the 06+ headlights
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It is a Fairlady...just arrived from Japan last week, RHD, etc.
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Old Apr 12, 2019 | 01:43 PM
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i stand corrected.. congrats to you.
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There is this: http://store.ijdmtoy.com/350Z-Bumper...s-p/70-716.htm

I don't like them because I think they stick out too much, but hey... it's your car.

Or these: https://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/CTGY/350z04d

Or you can try DIY: https://my350z.com/forum/body-interi...e-markers.html

If you buy a different set, just make sure you get them for the 03-05 front bumper as it slightly changed for the 06-09
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I went to a local auto electric place this afternoon. They said, "no problem" turning my existing headlights into DRLs. Something about adding a relay and that will turn my low beams on whenever the ignition is on. Quoted about $150. It's a Canadian thing and has to be done. In case you ever import from Japan, most headlights and tires will have to be replaced as they are not DOT standard.
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Originally Posted by cpcars
I went to a local auto electric place this afternoon. They said, "no problem" turning my existing headlights into DRLs. Something about adding a relay and that will turn my low beams on whenever the ignition is on. Quoted about $150. It's a Canadian thing and has to be done. In case you ever import from Japan, most headlights and tires will have to be replaced as they are not DOT standard.
$150?!?

A relay costs less than $10 and you can wire it yourself.
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That $150 is for the labour and parts. Without having any experience with auto electrics, I'm happy to pay that to have an expert do it.
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Originally Posted by cpcars
Looking for advice on installing DRLs in my 2003 Fairlady. I don't want to start pulling apart the headlights and patching wires through them, if possible. Just looking for the simplest solution. I read that the switchback LEDs that fit into the existing side reflector spots look the best. Can anyone point me in the right direction on this "Canadian requirement"?
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That $150 is for the labour and parts. Without having any experience with auto electrics, I'm happy to pay that to have an expert do it.
Well... this thread was useful.
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