The Law

iTrader: (39)

wat kind of blub do u guys use for ur clear corners? cause i want the corners to be white unless its illegal to have them white

BeSeenWithGreen

iTrader: (4)

You talking bout the parking lights in the headlight?

LA02MAX

iTrader: (3)

it is illegal to have clear corners period...it's just more noticable when you have hyperwhite bulbs at night....i would get the red/amber 9-LED 921 bulbs from ebay...they're really bright and the color wont fade over time....

BeSeenWithGreen

iTrader: (4)

Yes the lights in the bumper covers are illegal if white.

LA02MAX

iTrader: (3)

like i said before, it doesn't matter what type of bulbs you have in there...the clear corners will still be illegal because by law, every car has to reflect amber on the front and red on the rear when looked at from the side....it is just a lot more noticable at night to cops when you are driving down the road with those bright hyperwhite bulbs shining at all four corners...

theMax

Depends on the state, some states dont have laws for corners, just heads and tails.

Other laws state as long as you don't have blue or red in the front, clear or amber is OK.

Mass_Media

That is how it is in utah....but I have only been pulled over once for....(was doing 80 in a 65 and he didn't have his radar on) so I only got a ticket for unapproved lights and white light to the rear....then eveything else that is wrong with my car (tint, no front licence plate..)

jatt806

iTrader: (1)

I have PIAA Super Plasmas all around the car...including all 4 corners, headlights, & fog lights.

Max'dMatt2k3

I know in PA we have to have correct color lights, I got a fix it ticket for wrong color bulbs, but the lenses were said to be ok, as long as they lit up in color

The Law

iTrader: (39)

i live in cali. so any1 that lives in cali and has input would be welcomed

Mizike

iTrader: (7)

Polarg hyperwhite bulbs off Ebay

instil

i have clear in front with white bulbs (was going to put amber in there, but the white looks so good) and stock red reflectors in the back. Also i have no drivers side mirror, and havent been pulled over yet *knocks on wood*

TarHeelMaxima

iTrader: (1)

look nice.

SoonerFan

iTrader: (5)

you are completely wrong
lighting laws are not state laws. they are nationwide DOT, NHTSA, and FMVSS laws

http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/rules/import/FMVSS/

SoonerFan

iTrader: (5)

you sure are working on getting that post count up. so far this is three threads that you brought up from a month ago and didnt contribute to the topic

wu54736

iTrader: (2)

I bought my bulbs from http://www.autolumination.com/.

The Law

iTrader: (39)

Deckdout2

iTrader: (151)

Keep in mind this is for NC only. Some inspection "Know It All" said I wouldn't pass inspection because my lights emitted a white light and not orange. I told him to bring his manual out, then I told him to go and take the certification class again, when I pointed this out. The rule of thumb is your bulb cannot be blue or any color other than clear or orange. That's what they make chrome bulbs for.


19A NCAC 03D .0533 LIGHTS
1. Headlights shall not be approved if:
(a) There are not at least two head lamps (at least four on dual
head lamp systems which require four units) on all
self-propelled vehicles except motorcycles and motor driven
cycles need only one.
(b) The lens produces other than a white or yellow light.
(c) Any lens is cracked, broken, discolored, missing, or rotated away
from the proper position, or any reflector is not clean and bright.
(d) The high beam low beam dimmer switch does not operate properly
or the high beam indicator light does not burn on vehicles
manufactured after January 1, 1956.
(e) Lights can be moved easily by hand, due to a broken fender or loose
support, or if the mounting does not make a good ground.
(f) Foreign materials (such as shields, half of lens painted, brush
guards, etc.) are placed on the head lamp lens that interferes with
light beam of lamp.
(g) Lights are improperly aimed using an approved light-testing device.
(h) Lights project a dazzling or glaring light when on low beam.
(i) Mechanical/wall chart aimer tolerance range is 4 inches up, down,
left, and right. On board aimers tolerance is .8 up, down, left and
right. Optical aimers are either go or no go.
2. Rear Lights shall conform to the requirements of G.S. 20-129(d).
Taillights shall not be approved if:
(a) All original equipped rear lamps or the equivalent are not in
working order.
(b) The lens is cracked, discolored, or of a color other than red.
(c) They do not operate properly or do not project white light on the
license plate.
(d) They are not securely mounted.
(e) The lens is clear and the bulb is colored.
(f) The lens is covered, smoke tinted, lettering or logos, etc.
3. Stoplights shall conform to the requirements of G.S. 20-129(g).
Stoplight shall not be approved if:
(a) The lens is cracked, discolored or of a color other than red or
amber.
(b) It does not come on when pressure is applied to foot brake.
(c) It is not securely mounted so as to project a light to the rear.
[Includes third brake light if vehicle is so equipped]

SoonerFan

iTrader: (5)

the FRONT side markers must REFLECT AND EMIT AMBER
the REAR side markers must REFLECT AND EMIT RED

end of discussion

SoonerFan

iTrader: (5)

and Deckdout2
if you notice the thing you posted to prove your point is for HEADLIGHTS

WeBrake4Nobody

Bobby Stoops would be proud of you takin control of this thread soonerfan....job well done

SoonerFan

iTrader: (5)

ok i got the actual law

The color in all lamps, reflective devices, and associated
equipment to which this standard applies shall comply with SAE Standard
J578c, Color Specification for Electric Signal Lighting Devices,
February 1977.

http://frwebgate.access.gpo.gov/cgi-...2001&TYPE=TEXT

Deckdout2

iTrader: (151)

yep, I know it's for the headlight, that's what they were disagreeing with me on was the parking light point. they never even mentioned the sidemarker once.

i think he was talking about the clear corner in the headlamp also........correct me if i'm wrong.

I'm trying to locate this section you've listed.......just want to read up on what it says. Can you copy & paste that section here, or direct me on the location of this statue on that site. I'm getting crossed eyed trying to read it.

Deckdout2

iTrader: (151)

found it nevermind soonerfan....thanks

Puppetmaster

iTrader: (48)

Seems that you have a passion for this topic.... just like intakes and eBay projectors...

But seriously... good that ya posted the link... I think many people need to see the light...

SoonerFan

iTrader: (5)

well since my girl works for DOT and all
got the link from her

sooner02r1

iTrader: (6)

I have been stopped probably 10 times while having my clear bumper lights on with white bulbs and not once has a cop said anything about it. Go with what you like. If anything they'll probably just tell you to take it off and then you say, "oh, okay officer, I'll go home and do that," and go about your business.