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ebala
11-11-2007, 09:55 PM
Yo frens,
I am looking to change the lightbulbs under my side mirrors... you know those lights that come on when u unlock you 8... I checked with a couple of workshop but they say they cant change.
Anyone knows whether they can be changed. I thkning of changing to blueish white...
cheers

effie
11-11-2007, 10:15 PM
These can be changed. Ive replaced mine with LED bulbs......

To replace em u have to tilt mirror to reveal bulb socket. Twist and pull out, then replace bulb..... Bulb is the same one as the rear license plate light bulb...

Here are some pics to give u an idea of how to do it.....


http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k95/effie5005/Image046.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k95/effie5005/Image047.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k95/effie5005/Image048.jpg

http://i86.photobucket.com/albums/k95/effie5005/sidemirrir.jpg

Jedi54
11-11-2007, 11:11 PM
you can always pull the mirror out. It's held in by 3 clips, just gently pull straight out.

ebala
11-11-2007, 11:39 PM
thks guys! so i just pull the mirror out? is there a catch or something situated behind the mirror, dun wan to damamge the mechanism.
I also thinkoking of changing the door lights, i can pull it out as well yah?
Thks

zavhan
11-11-2007, 11:39 PM
Pls don't assume it is as simple as pulling it out !

When you pull it out the wrong way, you will break the clips !

When any1 of the clip is damage, you are as good as havin to change new side mirrors.

Use a midget screwdriver to unhook the clips from inside, to do so 1st tilt your mirror to one end, loose those clips than follow by the other. This is the correct method where you dun risk breakin those clips !!!

If you really can't do it and need help, pm me !

Jedi54
11-11-2007, 11:46 PM
I've taken my mirror off MANY times and never broken a clip.
Scroll through this PDF file and you'll see how to safely remove the mirror.

http://www.rx8fun.com/puddle/docs/Puddle_Lamps.pdf

het
11-12-2007, 12:35 AM
Do pm me if ur interested. I've changed most stock light to LEDs. It includes the following:

pole light, wing mirror courtesy light, door light, cabin light, map light, glove box light, rear license plate num light, reverse light, brake light. :)

makimaki
11-12-2007, 04:58 AM
Yo frens,
I am looking to change the lightbulbs under my side mirrors... you know those lights that come on when u unlock you 8... I checked with a couple of workshop but they say they cant change.
Anyone knows whether they can be changed. I thkning of changing to blueish white...
cheers


save e trouble bro....if u r in singapore, just drop into MG....they will fix it and any clip breaks.....Zavhan will come to ur rescue....ha ha ha

ebala
11-12-2007, 05:33 AM
MG got do small lights one meh? Small ops only leh... :)

zavhan
11-12-2007, 05:54 AM
save e trouble bro....if u r in singapore, just drop into MG....they will fix it and any clip breaks.....Zavhan will come to ur rescue....ha ha ha

MG is capable of fixin it bro ! Dun need me dis small fry lah !!

If yours break I definitely go to your rescue !

:lol:

zavhan
11-12-2007, 05:59 AM
MG got do small lights one meh? Small ops only leh... :)

Have u tried asking MG yet ? I m sure they would help u without question if u are sincere !

thane
11-12-2007, 12:43 PM
anyone knows how to change the lights at e license plate there? and those below the door?

zavhan
11-12-2007, 09:53 PM
anyone knows how to change the lights at e license plate there? and those below the door?

If your ride is from PI, I suggest your no plate bulb be coverted to led so that it looks like the Lexus type 'Pure White". Dun buy replacement LED coz PI's Rx8 only has one bulb so it is not bright enuff.

Drop by MG 2 check their new arrival LED range !

Cheerios

makimaki
11-12-2007, 10:34 PM
MG got do small lights one meh? Small ops only leh... :)

Bro, MG does anything under the sun and moon! If it is Rotary, they will be able to fix it mate.

Cheers

makimaki
11-12-2007, 10:36 PM
MG is capable of fixin it bro ! Dun need me dis small fry lah !!

If yours break I definitely go to your rescue !

:lol:

Bro, thought u r e pro when it comes to Lights and LEDs man.........Btw, me still cannot find e rotary crest seller on e net le......

Kaine
11-13-2007, 03:35 AM
rotary crest and side strakes can find on ebay...http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=020&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&viewitem=&item=300167240958&rd=1

ebala, sorry to hijack your thread man.....you guys mention mg is rx8 specialist. do they sell mazdaspeed bodykits and stuff?

ebala
11-13-2007, 11:11 AM
sorry kaine, u drive red 8 6mt right?

Kaine
11-13-2007, 10:00 PM
blue one man. pic on my avatar.

winn
11-13-2007, 11:17 PM
sorry kaine, u drive red 8 6mt right?

he's in spore

LoneWolf
11-14-2007, 12:54 AM
Yo frens,
I am looking to change the lightbulbs under my side mirrors... you know those lights that come on when u unlock you 8... I checked with a couple of workshop but they say they cant change.
Anyone knows whether they can be changed. I thkning of changing to blueish white...
cheers

Mine done by Mutant Dave located @ Toa payoh. U can call him for an appt 90035540.

He installed a 'SUPER' Bright Led which can shine onto the floor type. He oso install a lot of diff other Led lites.

Do give him a call & mention i recommend & maybe can get more discount.

Cheers!

zavhan
11-14-2007, 02:22 AM
Bro, thought u r e pro when it comes to Lights and LEDs man.........Btw, me still cannot find e rotary crest seller on e net le......

dun bother liaoz, I got for u oledi, juz wait for my call k !:lol:

You owe me big time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

xacidx
11-14-2007, 08:43 AM
dun bother liaoz, I got for u oledi, juz wait for my call k !:lol:

You owe me big time !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



Bro...he didnt look for it la...nto dun have...sell it to him at double price.. rumour has it that maki jus kena Toto group 2

makimaki
11-14-2007, 09:45 PM
Bro...he didnt look for it la...nto dun have...sell it to him at double price.. rumour has it that maki jus kena Toto group 2

brudder, you kena group 1 and tiam tiam and go tell everyone i kena group 2......like tat buay gum le........ok la....to penalise u, just pay for my stuff can liao.....zav, pls collect payment from our dear bro.....:eyetwitch

ebala
11-17-2007, 12:38 PM
Went to MG to do the lights, they did a great job. i even changed the door lights and the small pole lights. alll nice and white now. cheap thrills for me :)