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Old Sep 12, 2014 | 01:00 PM
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Headlamps Question

Hello,

1- Will the 2000 Nissan Maxima Headlamp fit the 2003 Nissan Maxima?

2- Will the 2000 fog lamps fit the 2003 Maxima? What is needed to do to make them fit?

PS: I am buying these aftermarket while I do my retrofit and because they are way cheaper.

Thank you.

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Old Sep 12, 2014 | 01:04 PM
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I believe it's a bit smaller, and also not sure why you would do that
Old Sep 12, 2014 | 02:20 PM
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Fog lights, no. Headlights yes but wiring is completely different.
Old Sep 12, 2014 | 02:32 PM
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Fog lights, no. Headlights yes but wiring is completely different.
No way, not even drilling or something?
Old Sep 12, 2014 | 04:43 PM
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So the headlamps will fit for sure?
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They'll fit but you won't be able to use your current bulbs
Old Sep 12, 2014 | 04:47 PM
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They'll fit but you won't be able to use your current bulbs
Not a problem with the wiring, I'm just concerned about the fitting and the bolts.

But the fogs, it's not possible to make them fit?
Old Sep 12, 2014 | 05:24 PM
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Not a problem with the wiring, I'm just concerned about the fitting and the bolts.

But the fogs, it's not possible to make them fit?
Ive got my 02 bumper at home and a spare 01 fog light. Ive wondered the same thing for when i do my bumper swap. Ill see if they can be modded to fit.

The headlights fit, but they are smaller and dont fit the contour of the bumper 150%. The wiring is different, but they can be rewired to work.
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Originally Posted by King_Ten_Ahead
Ive got my 02 bumper at home and a spare 01 fog light. Ive wondered the same thing for when i do my bumper swap. Ill see if they can be modded to fit.

The headlights fit, but they are smaller and dont fit the contour of the bumper 150%. The wiring is different, but they can be rewired to work.
Thanks, I like the looks of the year 2000 fogs better. Please Keep me posted.
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Originally Posted by King_Ten_Ahead
Ive got my 02 bumper at home and a spare 01 fog light. Ive wondered the same thing for when i do my bumper swap. Ill see if they can be modded to fit.

The headlights fit, but they are smaller and dont fit the contour of the bumper 150%. The wiring is different, but they can be rewired to work.
Any luck on seeing of the fogs fit?
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Any luck on seeing of the fogs fit?
So heres what youre up against

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Definitely doable depending on how handy you are..

Some minor dremel and drill work would be necessary to make them fit.

Keep in mind theyre slightly smaller than 02 fogs.. I dont think itll be too small and make it look terrible or anything.

Ill be attempting this whenever i get the chance.. So you can be patient and wait to see if i avail or epic fail lol.

First im putting my 02 headlights in before i get my bumper worked out!
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Sure, I'll be waiting on those results, thanks
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Originally Posted by King_Ten_Ahead
So heres what youre up against

Definitely doable depending on how handy you are..

Some minor dremel and drill work would be necessary to make them fit.

Keep in mind theyre slightly smaller than 02 fogs.. I dont think itll be too small and make it look terrible or anything.

Ill be attempting this whenever i get the chance.. So you can be patient and wait to see if i avail or epic fail lol.

First im putting my 02 headlights in before i get my bumper worked out!
Sure, I'll be waiting on those results. Thanks
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Originally Posted by King_Ten_Ahead

So heres what youre up against



Definitely doable depending on how handy you are..

Some minor dremel and drill work would be necessary to make them fit.

Keep in mind theyre slightly smaller than 02 fogs.. I dont think itll be too small and make it look terrible or anything.

Ill be attempting this whenever i get the chance.. So you can be patient and wait to see if i avail or epic fail lol.

First im putting my 02 headlights in before i get my bumper worked out!
Any updates?
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