Fogs on the GXE?
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Fogs on the GXE?
So, I've been meaning to ask this for a while but kept forgetting. I have a GXE as most of you know and I been wanting foglamps on it, I took the first step and got the switch off an SE and put it in where the blank button was and connected it to the cable in there, now my question is....does my car come prewired for foglamps like the SE does? I've checked briefly but never noticed any plugs. Are there any writeups..i didnt see anything in the stickies
if its wired all I would need is the fogs/brackets
thanks in advanced
if its wired all I would need is the fogs/brackets
thanks in advanced
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all GXE's should be pre-wired from factory to knowledge. my '93 GXE is pre-wired so i assume urs is too. the plugs should be taped up with either the bumper lights or with the corner lamps can't remember but just feel in those areas that MyGreenMax94 said.
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how much cutting needs to be done to a GXE bumper as compaired to an SE, arn't the holes where the foglights sit filled , and isn't there a plastic peice that runs through the middle across the bottom part?
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Originally Posted by MyBlue92Maxima
how much cutting needs to be done to a GXE bumper as compaired to an SE, arn't the holes where the foglights sit filled , and isn't there a plastic peice that runs through the middle across the bottom part?
Also do any of you have any stock fogs that will plug directly to the wires that should be somewhere in there?
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Originally Posted by MyBlue92Maxima
how much cutting needs to be done to a GXE bumper as compaired to an SE, arn't the holes where the foglights sit filled , and isn't there a plastic peice that runs through the middle across the bottom part?
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Originally Posted by ColombianMax
I was just gonna ask that...but guys is that a known fact about GXEs really coming prewired from factory?
Also do any of you have any stock fogs that will plug directly to the wires that should be somewhere in there?
Also do any of you have any stock fogs that will plug directly to the wires that should be somewhere in there?
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So that just cut out that already outlined foglamp shaped indented rectangle and cut that plastic bar...do I have to drill anything or are there holes there already?..I havent really taken a GOOD look at it so It'd be nice to know.
Also for our Maximas can we have the foglamps on without the main lights or do they both have to be on simultaneously?
Anyone got foglamps for sale?
Also for our Maximas can we have the foglamps on without the main lights or do they both have to be on simultaneously?
Anyone got foglamps for sale?
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Originally Posted by ColombianMax
So that just cut out that already outlined foglamp shaped indented rectangle and cut that plastic bar...do I have to drill anything or are there holes there already?..I havent really taken a GOOD look at it so It'd be nice to know.
Also for our Maximas can we have the foglamps on without the main lights or do they both have to be on simultaneously?
Anyone got foglamps for sale?
Also for our Maximas can we have the foglamps on without the main lights or do they both have to be on simultaneously?
Anyone got foglamps for sale?
I know the next question will be what size bolt...not sure but they are the same thread and size as the ones holding your fender (iirc...you need to verify) on so you can use one of those to get the right ones.
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Wow! you should see the smile on my face right now...I want FOGGIES!!! so...what about the other question got an answer for that one you know...can I have the fogs on alone or do I need the head lamps on in order to have the fogs on? sorry I'm so pushy just gettin happy...All I need is the fogs and a relay which I can get from work
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Originally Posted by ColombianMax
Wow! you should see the smile on my face right now...I want FOGGIES!!! so...what about the other question got an answer for that one you know...can I have the fogs on alone or do I need the head lamps on in order to have the fogs on? sorry I'm so pushy just gettin happy...All I need is the fogs and a relay which I can get from work
u better put my fogs in too while ur at it...
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Originally Posted by ColombianMax
Wow! you should see the smile on my face right now...I want FOGGIES!!! so...what about the other question got an answer for that one you know...can I have the fogs on alone or do I need the head lamps on in order to have the fogs on? sorry I'm so pushy just gettin happy...All I need is the fogs and a relay which I can get from work
you also need the switch on the inside if you dont have it already.
You have to have the lights on for the fogs to work. Also they only work on low beam.
You can rewire them so you can have them on without the lights but I havent looked into that so I cant tell you how but I know its possible.
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Originally Posted by ColombianMax
Thanks aws and all you other guys, you have been incredibly helpful...cant wait to get ahold of some fog lamps...none on ebay and junkyard ones are always either cracked or dented...
if you can find some from a junk yard that are really cheap because they are cracked I would get them. You can get the lens from courtesy or other discount dealers for $25ish. The lens is not just the glass but the glass and the reflector part since it is sealed. Be warned though if you get one lens you will want to get both because they look so good when new that they make the old weathered, rusted or sand/rock pitted ones look really bad.
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Really...I'm gonna go hunting down foglamps next week then...now about this "courtesy" dealer...what is this an internet dealer? more details on this please, just so you see I'm not lazy (although I'm the laziest person you'll ever know) I'm gonna do a google search for Courtesy/
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Really...I'm gonna go hunting down foglamps next week then...now about this "courtesy" dealer...what is this an internet dealer? more details on this please, just so you see I'm not lazy (although I'm the laziest person you'll ever know) I'm gonna do a google search for Courtesy/
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Originally Posted by ColombianMax
Really...I'm gonna go hunting down foglamps next week then...now about this "courtesy" dealer...what is this an internet dealer? more details on this please, just so you see I'm not lazy (although I'm the laziest person you'll ever know) I'm gonna do a google search for Courtesy/
lol...or you could just look in the stickies...they are listed under parts suppliers.
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Courtesy Parts is a very good place to buy from. They are lcoated in Texas, so it only takes 4 days to get out to me (CA). They have a map with an estimate time for every area of the US. I bought a Maxima plate frame from them, and it's pretty nice.
After reading this thread, I'm anxious to get fogs. What kind of bulbs fit in the OEM fog lights (and about how much do they go for)? I was thinking about ordering them from Courtesy Parts unless I find them cheaper elsewhere.
After reading this thread, I'm anxious to get fogs. What kind of bulbs fit in the OEM fog lights (and about how much do they go for)? I was thinking about ordering them from Courtesy Parts unless I find them cheaper elsewhere.
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Thanks for everything guys, its like a dream come true! well not really but its still good. So I get everything shown on the site, the inside reflector+lens...all I need is the outside housing thats attached to bracket and car right?
Man you gotta love the org...hope this isnt a thread that existed 2 years ago if you know what I mean
Man you gotta love the org...hope this isnt a thread that existed 2 years ago if you know what I mean
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Sooo, I was driving along when I decided to stop at this parts place near my friends house...the owner loves 3rd gens, has one and actually will be coming to the org once in a while since I told him about it..I found a set (2) PIAA foglamps that are same size shape as stock SE fogs, the only thing is the bracket...he says he got his brand new (stil in box) but didnt feel like messing with the bracketing and just got OEM so he's sellin me the pair for 50 bucks.
Is $50 good price for a pair of NEW PIAA foglamps that might need a little work with the bracket to get them on? I got pictures in my phone but I have to upload so I'll post them later tonight.
Is $50 good price for a pair of NEW PIAA foglamps that might need a little work with the bracket to get them on? I got pictures in my phone but I have to upload so I'll post them later tonight.
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Finally I was able to upload pictures from my phone..my bluetooth dongle is kinda messed up but here check these out. PIAA set for $50
Do they look any good for my car? Does it look like they will fit with that bracket?
Do they look any good for my car? Does it look like they will fit with that bracket?
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yeah, what Michael said. u have to cut off the end of the wire and use the end of the plug of the existin' factory wire on ur 3rd gen or just go to a junkyard and just cut off the male plug with enough wire slack so that u can just put it on ur new fogs. i did this so that incase the bulb blew out i wouldn't have to cut wires and get them shorter. <--- that wouldn't be good. as for the brackets, if the PIAA fogs fit onto the OEM brackets then ur good if not then use the PIAA brackets and ur good to go. now if u want them to work without the headlights (low beams) then go to Craig B's site and he has a write-up on how to do that. i have already done this to mine and im satisfied. its been 3 years since i did it and haven't had anytype of problems so it should do the same for u.
on a side note: i think u should put those yellow bulbs in ur fogs. that would give it that Euro look or JDM look. to me the Euro look or the JDM look good on white cars and dark colored cars near black (like mine).
on a side note: i think u should put those yellow bulbs in ur fogs. that would give it that Euro look or JDM look. to me the Euro look or the JDM look good on white cars and dark colored cars near black (like mine).
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Thanks for the feedback guys but for now I will not be cuttin the traced plastic or lookin at the wiring cuz its too freakin cold outside, stupid Chicago temperature, pipe burted in my house and just got it fixed gonna go shower since its been 2 days lol
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Originally Posted by ColombianMax
Thanks for the feedback guys but for now I will not be cuttin the traced plastic or lookin at the wiring cuz its too freakin cold outside, stupid Chicago temperature, pipe burted in my house and just got it fixed gonna go shower since its been 2 days lol
u haven't showered in 2 days???
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lol check the weather channel and pay attention to the temp in chicago...I wish it was 85+...yes well 1 day cuz I'm gonna go take one now since we just got out plumbing fixed. there was a big vertical slit on the pipe (brand new piping that just got put in 2-3 months ago)
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Well, did my oil change yesterday and while I was at it, removed that plastic bar and I think 5 out of those 6 screws broke off when I tried taking them off and the last one was just nice round n smooth so 10mm wouldn't do it anymore so I just cut the bar from there. I cut the traced plastic where the fogs go and checked near the corner lamp there was a lil' brown plug with nothing so I'm assuming that for the fogs. Soooo I'm on my way to the junk yard to look for decent foggies, today's Wednesday so everything is HALF PRICE!!! hope its not crowded. Today Partly Cloudy High of 43 and 30% chance of rain
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So all the fogs at the junk yard were below expectation I said screw it and bought something else.
-Digital Cluster
-Heads Up Display (HUD)
the only problem now is connecting them as I noticed the connections are different. I talked to GreenMax and Brian already and they told me something about there being a couple of write ups to install digital/hud on a non equipped Maxima can any one please gimmie a hand. greatly appreciated
-Digital Cluster
-Heads Up Display (HUD)
the only problem now is connecting them as I noticed the connections are different. I talked to GreenMax and Brian already and they told me something about there being a couple of write ups to install digital/hud on a non equipped Maxima can any one please gimmie a hand. greatly appreciated
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Originally Posted by ColombianMax
So all the fogs at the junk yard were below expectation I said screw it and bought something else.
-Digital Cluster
-Heads Up Display (HUD)
the only problem now is connecting them as I noticed the connections are different. I talked to GreenMax and Brian already and they told me something about there being a couple of write ups to install digital/hud on a non equipped Maxima can any one please gimmie a hand. greatly appreciated
-Digital Cluster
-Heads Up Display (HUD)
the only problem now is connecting them as I noticed the connections are different. I talked to GreenMax and Brian already and they told me something about there being a couple of write ups to install digital/hud on a non equipped Maxima can any one please gimmie a hand. greatly appreciated