Finished - Clear lens swap +6000k bulbs
09-27-2009, 10:06 PM
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Finished - Clear lens swap +6000k bulbs
I just finished swapping my OEM lenses with 100% clears. Also switched from 4300k bulbs to 6000k.
Gotta say thanks to Shakeyourbrakes for the info on how to bake open headlights, worked perfect.
link https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-exterior-appearance-body-kits-27/painted-hid-headlight-housing-diy-yea-i-finally-did-144633/
These pictures don't do it justice but here they are.
Pictures:
Comparison shot- Clear lens: Left, OEM: Right
Look at the focus difference here
OEM-
Clear-
Night shots-
Back-
W/PIAA Ion Yellow fogs
Front-
Gotta say thanks to Shakeyourbrakes for the info on how to bake open headlights, worked perfect.
link https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-exterior-appearance-body-kits-27/painted-hid-headlight-housing-diy-yea-i-finally-did-144633/
These pictures don't do it justice but here they are.
Pictures:
Comparison shot- Clear lens: Left, OEM: Right
Look at the focus difference here
OEM-
Clear-
Night shots-
Back-
W/PIAA Ion Yellow fogs
Front-
09-27-2009, 10:33 PM
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Thats just my camera. I think its over exposing the light. They are aligned properly as you can see in the garage door shots. I've been driving the last two nights and haven't been flashed.
theretrofitsource.com The lenses are not listed on the site(as far as I know). If you want them either call or e-mail matt@theretrofitsource.com. The diameter was spot on but the beveled edge was too low. They jiggled around so I used a piece of wire between the lens and the housing.
theretrofitsource.com The lenses are not listed on the site(as far as I know). If you want them either call or e-mail matt@theretrofitsource.com. The diameter was spot on but the beveled edge was too low. They jiggled around so I used a piece of wire between the lens and the housing.
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Nice, I swapped my lenses with a pair from an e30 bmw. Much sharper cut off line.
I kept the stock bulbs (4300k)
I kept the stock bulbs (4300k)
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10-06-2009, 02:08 PM
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wow, didn't even realize you could/would do this. looks very good. nice subtle but useful change. i think i'll look into this as a diy. approx cost of lenses? i have no idea what to expect price-wise...
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I think the lenses were $75.
All you need to do this is:
oven
tin foil
butter knife(no serrated edges)
painters tape
canned air/air compressor
phillips screwdriver
microfiber towels
When I get home later this week i'll mess around with my camera settings so I can get better pictures for ya'll.
All you need to do this is:
oven
tin foil
butter knife(no serrated edges)
painters tape
canned air/air compressor
phillips screwdriver
microfiber towels
When I get home later this week i'll mess around with my camera settings so I can get better pictures for ya'll.
Last edited by GrifNasty; 10-06-2009 at 05:05 PM.
