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Old 11-02-2004, 11:04 AM
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Great job Mr Zipps... I really want mine done but will have to schedule a time when I am not using the car. Any DIY on how to take out the headlights?
Old 11-02-2004, 11:09 AM
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zipps...is that the most you can paint without affecting light output?

when can we arrange a day where i can come and wait for it to be done (PM me)
Old 11-02-2004, 11:30 AM
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Dave, Scince i'm sure Andy is still at work and will prob. not reply until tonight, did you keep the amber strips when you did yours? Any idea on if what i suggested will work?
Old 11-02-2004, 12:22 PM
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Originally posted by kbirdsong
Looks great Andy! By chance did you keep the amber strips? I am looking to try and cut some of these from sheet plastic made for home lighting and i need a guide. I'd love to help out some members and myself if i can do it.

Mr. Zipps, my two Z lights will be comeing your way as soon as i can get the clear strips! It looks like you do great work.
same thing i was thinking. could probably use those plastic sheets they use to cover the flourescent bulbs...
Old 11-02-2004, 12:24 PM
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Originally posted by aznmojo
Very nice! But whats that line on the your left headlight? Right above the strip?
Just the reflection of my house.

I'm actually quite surprised more aren't making these clear strips! They'd make a killing.

Kenny, I stil have my amber strips.

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Old 11-02-2004, 12:38 PM
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i strongly recommend not to paint the ENTIRE turn signal housing as that dramatically reduces your light output.
Old 11-02-2004, 12:40 PM
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Hey Bat, how do you like the silverstars? I am thinking about changing my bulbs. Can you tell much difference? Where did you get them from?
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Huge difference with the Silverstars. I'm really happy with them so far. Huge light output difference. Check out Kragen or Autozone. I will post some pics with the headlights on in a bit for you .

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Old 11-02-2004, 01:14 PM
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did you have the HID bulbs to begin with...this is a very important question
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he just upgraded the halogen bulbs.
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i'll open and clear the light for $99.99!!! j/k
its really not that hard to do it yourself.

i have my orange strips if anyone wants them.
Old 11-02-2004, 02:17 PM
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Where/Who do we purchase the clear strip that replaces the amber one?

I am ready to buy a clear strip for the headlight housing if anyone has one they would like to sell.....
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Originally posted by DaKine-Z-
Where/Who do we purchase the clear strip that replaces the amber one?

I am ready to buy a clear strip for the headlight housing if anyone has one they would like to sell.....
You'll have to contact Ares. I've been waiting for mine since February.
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I already asked Ares and still no go on the clear strips. Looks like lots of demand but no supply!
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Originally posted by Jun
What paint did you use for the housing? I really like the color.
I'd like to know myself. Dave?

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Yep. You need to you high temp paint. If you use regular paint and the lights are on for to long the paint may bubble up. This way you eliminate that from happening.

I going attempt to make clear strips. If I can make them they should be done within a few days.


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