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Old Jan 24, 2012 | 06:26 PM
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Headlight questions

Heya, I do a decent amount of night driving, and i just can't see anymore so i'm looking to upgrade my headlights.

I have searched but either links are dead or its so old that maybe something newer would be a best option now

What i want to do is get some projector/hid headlights, are there any full kits available anywhere to make it easier on me? i really just don't have the time to retrofit them myself so a kit would be great.

I'm really clueless now, been quite a while since i have been on here, so i'm completely out of the loop on maxima parts and stuff so any help at all would be greatly appreciated.
Old Jan 24, 2012 | 06:29 PM
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PM Chrisman287. He can work some magic on retros.
Old Jan 24, 2012 | 06:40 PM
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Originally Posted by JNCoRacer
PM Chrisman287. He can work some magic on retros.
THIS^^ PM Cruz. he has made a number of retro's for members
Old Jan 24, 2012 | 06:51 PM
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Here is an example of what he has done and is capable of doing.

Retros

Also check http://www.theretrofitsource.com/ as they have some basic stuff Chris can work off of
Old Jan 24, 2012 | 06:59 PM
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Old Jan 24, 2012 | 07:02 PM
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Agreed. The retros are the only way to go for an appreciable difference. Ebay projector headlights are junk. Retro or nothing IMO.

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Old Jan 24, 2012 | 07:39 PM
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Thanks for the support fellas! I really appreciate it.

OP, I got your PM. I will reply ASAP and take care of ya.
Old Jan 24, 2012 | 07:47 PM
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Instead of the originator, you should be That Retro Guy

Old Jan 24, 2012 | 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by FaukenOriginal
Instead of the originator, you should be That Retro Guy
Hmm.. I might change that.
Old Jan 24, 2012 | 08:02 PM
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I'd definitely go for the retro. There are a few options. Chris does some great work. You can always do it yourself, but then again it might not have the same quality. Here's the retro I did back in the day lol. I think this was like 2006 lol.



Old Jan 24, 2012 | 11:33 PM
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+1 to chrisman!! He help me do mine from across the country. He's a link to my retro with his help.

http://my4thgen.org/showthread.php?t=156

An jltibbs, I want your corner lights lol
Old Jan 25, 2012 | 11:39 AM
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VisciousMo - are your retro or did you just paint the whole inside black? I just can't see a close up. If you did just paint the whole inside, is the light quality still good?
Old Jan 25, 2012 | 11:41 AM
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Also, would the parking lights (beside headlights) on a 97-99, fit a 96?
Old Jan 25, 2012 | 11:44 AM
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Also, would the parking lights (beside headlights) on a 97-99, fit a 96?
I don't think they would fit quite right.....they are they same price....aren't they?
Old Jan 25, 2012 | 11:48 AM
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Also, would the parking lights (beside headlights) on a 97-99, fit a 96?
Everything is interchangeable and direct fit so yes, they would fit.
Old Jan 25, 2012 | 12:01 PM
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I don't think they would fit quite right.....they are they same price....aren't they?
from what I've ran across. the 97+ are cheaper, and i believe they are also more clear.
Old Jan 26, 2012 | 05:18 AM
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An jltibbs, I want your corner lights lol
Good luck on that. I just searched and could only find those one piece lights. Then I went to the website where I bought the set (headlights and corners) and they don't even offer them anymore. That was on my 95, which is now gone.

The 'R34' lights are ok, but I like the look of the original design. My 99 has one piece, but they are Cefiro.
Old Jan 26, 2012 | 10:39 AM
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OP, you could always use a restore kit on your headlight lens...jus sayin
Old Jan 26, 2012 | 11:18 AM
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OP, you could always use a restore kit on your headlight lens...jus sayin
There's no restoring '95-'96 glass lenses lol

His retro parts have been ordered
Old Jan 28, 2012 | 02:48 PM
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I've got glass lenses on my headlights. Every picture I see on here has plastic/much clearer lenses. Would I have to replace my headlights with aftermarket before retrofitting?
Old Jan 28, 2012 | 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by EmergesUnscathed
I've got glass lenses on my headlights. Every picture I see on here has plastic/much clearer lenses. Would I have to replace my headlights with aftermarket before retrofitting?
Flutted lenses will destroy your output. Ask me how I know..


You'll need clear lenses.
Old Jan 28, 2012 | 07:47 PM
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The ones in my earlier pic are the only ones I've ever seen that were clear glass.
Old Jan 28, 2012 | 10:06 PM
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OP, you could always use a restore kit on your headlight lens...jus sayin
yes. retro parts are ordered, and my corner lights are cracked
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