Clear Corner Light Info
08-14-2003, 10:20 AM
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Installed clear markers
I received mine. It took about one week. They are easy to install. I looked in the owner's manual to find out how to access the bulbs. Turn the wheels to gain access to the wheel wells. There are approx. 5 plastic 1/4 turn Philips screws to remove. The top screw is a little tricky because you have to apply pressure to the outer ring to keep the whole assembly from spinning. Once the screws are removed, pull back the wheel well plastic a little bit to gain access to the one screw that keeps the light assembly in place. Remove the screw with either a Philips screwdriver or a nut driver (not sure what size). Pull the side of the light nearest the wheel well. A plastic tab keeps it held in. Then just slide the light assembly towards the wheel well.
The clear light assemblys come with a light cable and orange lamp. I found it is easier to to not install the new cable. Just swamp lamps.
The clear light assemblys come with a light cable and orange lamp. I found it is easier to to not install the new cable. Just swamp lamps.
08-14-2003, 07:34 PM
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Did anyone use the harness?
I was just curious, these were being sold as an assy from
Mazda, but I can see if we can get it from them without the
harness, and if possible we might just do that for the future
damn that sucks..
JT
I was just curious, these were being sold as an assy from
Mazda, but I can see if we can get it from them without the
harness, and if possible we might just do that for the future
damn that sucks..
JT
09-09-2003, 03:09 PM
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BLiNkEr CoLoRs
I've seen some pics of the 8 with orange Blinkers on the front quarter panel, and others with white Blinkers......What comes standard on the car in the US? Why the variable?
09-09-2003, 04:21 PM
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Blinker colors
Orange in the US, clear in Europe. You can buy the clear ones to make your car look more "European".....personally I like mine just the way it came from the factory.
09-09-2003, 04:42 PM
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So many roads to ride...
yes, you got me......new!! Oh no!!!! C'mon...the car has been out for a short time and I'm anxious to see how much I have to do to get the look I want....Thanks for the info....I ordered clear covers this PM......Keep an eye out for other newbie questions to follow.
09-09-2003, 07:54 PM
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So many roads to ride...
SWEET Lookin' 8...I dig the clear lights....tell me about the strakes......polished or brushed aluminum.....what's available and do they install easily?
09-10-2003, 01:23 AM
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Be aware that you can buy the clear side markers to replace your yellow markers, however when you do this, you must replace the clear bulb with a yellow bulb. It is the law that states your side turn signals must be yellow. So clear side marker = yellow bulb. Yellow side marker = clear bulb.
09-10-2003, 03:43 AM
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Originally posted by RX-8 Zoomster
Be aware that you can buy the clear side markers to replace your yellow markers, however when you do this, you must replace the clear bulb with a yellow bulb. It is the law that states your side turn signals must be yellow. So clear side marker = yellow bulb. Yellow side marker = clear bulb.
Be aware that you can buy the clear side markers to replace your yellow markers, however when you do this, you must replace the clear bulb with a yellow bulb. It is the law that states your side turn signals must be yellow. So clear side marker = yellow bulb. Yellow side marker = clear bulb.
dont know about other states.
09-10-2003, 09:32 AM
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BTW, those aren't blinkers... they're side markers, they don't blink. The blinkers are in the headlight assembly and use amber bulbs.
As for the state laws, I checked here in IN, and the law speaks about the color reflected from the lense as well, so I'm a bit hesitant to get the clear corners, although I do want them.
If I do go ahead and get them, I'm planning to put in some chrome/silver coated amber bulbs (stealth type).
As for the state laws, I checked here in IN, and the law speaks about the color reflected from the lense as well, so I'm a bit hesitant to get the clear corners, although I do want them.
If I do go ahead and get them, I'm planning to put in some chrome/silver coated amber bulbs (stealth type).
09-16-2003, 01:50 PM
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Clear Winker Set @ JT-Imports
has anyone actually bought the clear winker set from JT-Imports i realize now they have 3 options. One with the harness the other without and one just the plain winkers. Would it still install and fit in as good without the harness? How much of a difference does the harness make? Last how long did it usually take to get them shipped?
09-16-2003, 03:11 PM
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At least 15 forum members, myself included, bought from Jt-Imports. We received the sidemarker, harness and yellow bulb. I found it easier to install by using the original harness and just replaced the bulb and sidemarker.
Goto jt-imports.com and send them an email, I'm sure Jason will return your replies.
Goto jt-imports.com and send them an email, I'm sure Jason will return your replies.
09-16-2003, 05:46 PM
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Re: Clear Winker Set @ JT-Imports
I bought the harnessless ones from JT-Imports. I received them yesterday (it took about a week for them to ship) and installed them in about 10min. I bought 194NA amber bulbs from a local auto supply shop for less than $4, and just popped em in. Piece o' cake.
09-16-2003, 05:59 PM
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jt didn't always have 3 options, they do know because most people didn't use the harness and bulb.
If I bought it again I would save the cash and just get the sidemark with no harness or bulb
If I bought it again I would save the cash and just get the sidemark with no harness or bulb
09-16-2003, 07:04 PM
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I got lucky... Jason had 10 units w/o the harness and offered me one + $30 refund. It worked out perfectly for both of us, as I wasn't planning on using the harness anyways.
Anyone else order clear corners from CorkSport?
