black light covers... wtf is the point?
07-05-2001 | 09:04 PM
#41
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In defense of altezzas, though you may not be able to tell from the picture, there is a red reflector, it really is hardly on the side though, the center part of the outer circle is actually a reflector, from the side you get a little reflection from the edge of the red, but i dont think it is a whole lot
07-05-2001 | 09:22 PM
#42
Black-Outs
Well, scientifically speaking, the beam impulse reflects upon the lower road and well as the driver. These reflect that the the driver is GAY and/or NEEDS MENTAL HELP. But the are seemingly acceptable on a black car.
07-06-2001 | 05:48 AM
#43
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Originally posted by Dave B
DOT (Dept of Transportation) isn't a federal entity. DOT exists for every state therefore there is nothing that is DOT approved. If you've ever worked with state and federal offices, you'd know that none of these groups can agree on anything. I think most states require the lights to be visible from 300 feet or someting like that.
I'm still using the stock light wattage. I applied two light coats of paint. On a sunny day, you can still clearly see the outline of the taillight housing along with the colors red, amber, and clear (just darker than stock). Lighting and reflection from the side is nearly the same as stock.
The real question here is "Is it legal?" Hell NO!!! But this is one of those mods that if you do right, they will never know. Tampering with the factory lighting system is a NO NO in every state I'm sure. However, if a cop pulled you over and said that your tails looked too dark, he'd be hard pressed to fine you because the lighting is nearly the same as stock and it looks factory. Taillight covers are easy to pick out because they are extremely dark, the light is affected, and it's clear that they are velcroed on.
Dave
DOT (Dept of Transportation) isn't a federal entity. DOT exists for every state therefore there is nothing that is DOT approved. If you've ever worked with state and federal offices, you'd know that none of these groups can agree on anything. I think most states require the lights to be visible from 300 feet or someting like that.
I'm still using the stock light wattage. I applied two light coats of paint. On a sunny day, you can still clearly see the outline of the taillight housing along with the colors red, amber, and clear (just darker than stock). Lighting and reflection from the side is nearly the same as stock.
The real question here is "Is it legal?" Hell NO!!! But this is one of those mods that if you do right, they will never know. Tampering with the factory lighting system is a NO NO in every state I'm sure. However, if a cop pulled you over and said that your tails looked too dark, he'd be hard pressed to fine you because the lighting is nearly the same as stock and it looks factory. Taillight covers are easy to pick out because they are extremely dark, the light is affected, and it's clear that they are velcroed on.
Dave
I had thought the DOT was a Fed agency...
Learn something new every day - especially on Maxima.org.
But this only makes it more of a PITA.
Well, most of my driving is done in CT,
so I guess I'll be trying to track down the staute
[or is it just a "regulation"?] at the CT DOT.
"he'd be hard pressed to fine you because the lighting
is nearly the same as stock and it looks factory"
I think he'd have a hard time unless the law in whatever
state I'm maybe getting this theoretical ticket in has very specific regs.
I posted a plea to lawyers
[http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....7&goto=newpost]
and HoJo gave me the Kansas regs which require that they be
"plainly visible from 1000 ft."
Well how the hell do you define plainly visible?
I really do hate those headlight covers. ewww
11-16-2001 | 01:29 PM
#46
Re: Well..
Funny you don't like sunroof deflectors. I'm OK with them, in fact, I have one
I guess its like rear spoilers, there's one camp that likes 'em, and another that doesn't. The thing is, the deflector and spoiler are functional. If you like to cruise at hi speed, the deflector/spoiler are definitely beneficial.
Wanna know what's really funny?? Those guys who have sunroof deflectors, BUT NO SUNROOF!
I guess its like rear spoilers, there's one camp that likes 'em, and another that doesn't. The thing is, the deflector and spoiler are functional. If you like to cruise at hi speed, the deflector/spoiler are definitely beneficial.Wanna know what's really funny?? Those guys who have sunroof deflectors, BUT NO SUNROOF!
Originally posted by ptatohed
First of all, I think they look sharp on a black car. I love the look of everything being body color. Just as I would looooove to have all-clear taillights for my white car! So, yes, I see what your saying - they do look kinda cheap - especially when they leave the GTO sticker on there - but I think it's acceptable on a black car. Now, my beef is with those stuuuuuuuuupid sunroof deflectors! It's like there is some law somewhere that if you have a Maxima and a sunroof, you must buy a cheesey wind deflector. I really don't get that one...
First of all, I think they look sharp on a black car. I love the look of everything being body color. Just as I would looooove to have all-clear taillights for my white car! So, yes, I see what your saying - they do look kinda cheap - especially when they leave the GTO sticker on there - but I think it's acceptable on a black car. Now, my beef is with those stuuuuuuuuupid sunroof deflectors! It's like there is some law somewhere that if you have a Maxima and a sunroof, you must buy a cheesey wind deflector. I really don't get that one...
11-16-2001 | 01:34 PM
#47
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Originally posted by Speebs
Also, in my opinion and in the opinions of those I've asked, these covers all look really stupid anyway. So, what's the point? How come these things are legal but having a busted tail light cover isn't? Please, help me understand.
Also, in my opinion and in the opinions of those I've asked, these covers all look really stupid anyway. So, what's the point? How come these things are legal but having a busted tail light cover isn't? Please, help me understand.
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