Guigsy Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 I woke up today and with nothing to do set about trying to think about something i could do to the car. Ive always fancied a pair of these dark rear lights. http://miami-gt.co.uk/store/images/PIC00003.jpg But not for 150 quid! So off i popped down to halfrauds and got some window tint. I just so happened to have a pair of pre-facelift rear lights. So i could fiddle without having the lights out of the car. I read the instructions quickly thoroughly and then put them in the bin next to me for reference later. Now i know tint is supposed to go on the inside but i didnt fancy taking them appart. But i think they look quite nice. I doubt they will hold up to the elements. but ill try fitting them and see how they go. i can always swap them over and maybe use some spray tint. Just wondered what you guys think. Obviously there is a bit of tape as the 2nd one had some issues and the bubbles refused to go. I didnt want totaly black ones just slightly darker. Im quite pleased. just hope they hold up http://img474.imageshack.us/img474/7862/imgp0177sl7.jpg http://img168.imageshack.us/img168/2350/imgp0176ar0.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tooquicktostop Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Good idea but I would spend the £150 and get the ones in the first pic, they look superb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trig Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Good idea but I would spend the £150 and get the ones in the first pic, they look superb not a bad effort tho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Massey Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 the ones in the first pic look amazing,where can you get them from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 ive only seen them at miamigt, and they do look but but im concerned about being pulled over all the time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPRALOOPY Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 right thats it.. I'm gonna do a set with my idea and see what you all think..watch this space.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 whats your idea? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
couv3z Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Go0d effort i sprayed a set on my old car(ford fez) lens tint, and clear lacqur does a very good job, just plenty of layers. Its really the only way, if you want any help or tips let me know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesmark Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 I remember ripped off when I bought a set of rear lights with that stuff on it in my newbie days it looks ok to be honest a better job than what the trader sold me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SupraStar 3000 Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Have them on mine. Called C-West light covers. Look great but a few people couldn't see me in the heavy rain on the way to pod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonball Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 the ones in the first pic look amazing,where can you get them from? Why thank you sir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Massey Posted July 15, 2007 Share Posted July 15, 2007 Why thank you sir where di you get them from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted July 15, 2007 Author Share Posted July 15, 2007 http://miami-gt.co.uk/store/product_info.php/products_id/693 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 Stonkin did a good job on his, lacquer I believe done by a place in Wokingham, once I sorted out my battery (rewire being done tomorrow), and some engine bling off Colin, then I'm going to look at doing this as I think it'll look great with the green. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonkin Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 Certainly was a good job (cheers Razza), and cheap to. I was concerned about them being sprayed on the outside, but they look as good today as they did 8 months ago. Razza, their number is 01189 787 269, called Bodytone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nic Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 the ones in the first pic look amazing,where can you get them from? I can supply the C-West rear light covers, let me know if you want details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted July 16, 2007 Share Posted July 16, 2007 How much Nic? Cheaper than the £150? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guigsy Posted July 16, 2007 Author Share Posted July 16, 2007 Group buy? Id maybe be interested. Im still worried about the legality and MOT on these though. Anyone know about them? Suprastar? I like to be able to do this perfectly. But there are always a few annoying bubbles. Maybe im just not prepping the service properly. But i'v applied it 2 or 3 times and have gone from bubbles and crincles to small bubbles. Might pop them in the car tomorow if i can and see what it looks like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUMBALL3000 Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 I can supply the C-West rear light covers, let me know if you want details. I would be interested in a pair also if they come in cheaper than £150.00.. I'm interested to know if they fit over the exhisting outer cover, without the need for dismantling the light unit.. And once fitted, are they easily removeable, or a permanent fixture.. How are they fitted? I am currently only a registered member, am I allowed to join a group buy if this happens? Thankyou. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
couv3z Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 Im still worried about the legality and MOT on these though. Anyone know about them? Suprastar? . They will be fine for the Mot as long as the lights shine though jobs a good one. I had a Red reverse light and passed a Mot, the old bill didn't believe me, but hell it was a good laugh proving him wrong muhahahaha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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