Aftermarket taillights
01-21-2003, 08:35 AM
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Originally posted by Asian_N02
they don't make any...the only thing you can really do is to get the 98/99 taillighs...that's what I'm trying to do...I have one, but not the other...
they don't make any...the only thing you can really do is to get the 98/99 taillighs...that's what I'm trying to do...I have one, but not the other...
01-21-2003, 08:43 AM
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Originally posted by Asian_N02
they don't make any...the only thing you can really do is to get the 98/99 taillighs...that's what I'm trying to do...I have one, but not the other...
they don't make any...the only thing you can really do is to get the 98/99 taillighs...that's what I'm trying to do...I have one, but not the other...
01-21-2003, 03:58 PM
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Originally posted by AphexX
what about the diamond cut red/clears.. for the 96?
i kno SY sells them, but i forgot the price
what about the diamond cut red/clears.. for the 96?
i kno SY sells them, but i forgot the price
01-21-2003, 06:23 PM
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so the 98/99 tails will fit on the 96?
what about takin out the whole middle section of the trunk, the redish area where the word "Infiniti" is located (between the taillights)
anyone got ideas, i like the style concept of the maxima trunk, i hate the red ish in the midd.
what about takin out the whole middle section of the trunk, the redish area where the word "Infiniti" is located (between the taillights)
anyone got ideas, i like the style concept of the maxima trunk, i hate the red ish in the midd.
01-21-2003, 07:55 PM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by AphexX
[B]so the 98/99 tails will fit on the 96?
what about takin out the whole middle section of the trunk, the redish area where the word "Infiniti" is located (between the taillights)
anyone got ideas, i like the style concept of the maxima trunk, i hate the red ish in the midd.
I TOTALLY agree with you on that one. I have a 96' also for those who don't know. Is there any way the red strip along the rear mid. can be removed?
[B]so the 98/99 tails will fit on the 96?
what about takin out the whole middle section of the trunk, the redish area where the word "Infiniti" is located (between the taillights)
anyone got ideas, i like the style concept of the maxima trunk, i hate the red ish in the midd.
I TOTALLY agree with you on that one. I have a 96' also for those who don't know. Is there any way the red strip along the rear mid. can be removed?
01-21-2003, 08:40 PM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by I30soldier
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No. Well it probably could be removed but you won't like how it looks. It's part of the trunk, not just molding. You will have an indention underneath it. If you want to see a photoshop of how it would look w/o the red do a search of previous threads. BBaker posted a pic of it in this forum.
[B]
Originally posted by AphexX
so the 98/99 tails will fit on the 96?
what about takin out the whole middle section of the trunk, the redish area where the word "Infiniti" is located (between the taillights)
anyone got ideas, i like the style concept of the maxima trunk, i hate the red ish in the midd.
I TOTALLY agree with you on that one. I have a 96' also for those who don't know. Is there any way the red strip along the rear mid. can be removed?
so the 98/99 tails will fit on the 96?
what about takin out the whole middle section of the trunk, the redish area where the word "Infiniti" is located (between the taillights)
anyone got ideas, i like the style concept of the maxima trunk, i hate the red ish in the midd.
I TOTALLY agree with you on that one. I have a 96' also for those who don't know. Is there any way the red strip along the rear mid. can be removed?
01-22-2003, 05:06 AM
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[QUOTE]Originally posted by I30soldier
[B]
You could always have it painted like I've seen some of the 3rd Gens had done. I, personally, don't like that look, but that's me.
As for the taillights, let's a get a GD going since I want those lights for my 97 as well.
[B]
Originally posted by AphexX
so the 98/99 tails will fit on the 96?
what about takin out the whole middle section of the trunk, the redish area where the word "Infiniti" is located (between the taillights)
anyone got ideas, i like the style concept of the maxima trunk, i hate the red ish in the midd.
I TOTALLY agree with you on that one. I have a 96' also for those who don't know. Is there any way the red strip along the rear mid. can be removed?
so the 98/99 tails will fit on the 96?
what about takin out the whole middle section of the trunk, the redish area where the word "Infiniti" is located (between the taillights)
anyone got ideas, i like the style concept of the maxima trunk, i hate the red ish in the midd.
I TOTALLY agree with you on that one. I have a 96' also for those who don't know. Is there any way the red strip along the rear mid. can be removed?
As for the taillights, let's a get a GD going since I want those lights for my 97 as well.
01-22-2003, 10:00 AM
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Well the thing is the 98-99 lights dont match your center piece on your trunk, they are 2 different colors.
the cefiro ones dont have the same cross section molding, our 96-97's have a little dip in the center and the cefiros do not. you can ask anyone who has bought them that they are displeased with that.
I've cleared out about 6-7 pairs of tail lights. if you email me I'll send you pics of what they look like.
I can do it, it takes about an our and a half to do and it looks good.
the cefiro ones dont have the same cross section molding, our 96-97's have a little dip in the center and the cefiros do not. you can ask anyone who has bought them that they are displeased with that.
I've cleared out about 6-7 pairs of tail lights. if you email me I'll send you pics of what they look like.
I can do it, it takes about an our and a half to do and it looks good.
01-22-2003, 10:18 AM
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Originally posted by SLC I30t
Well the thing is the 98-99 lights dont match your center piece on your trunk, they are 2 different colors.
the cefiro ones dont have the same cross section molding, our 96-97's have a little dip in the center and the cefiros do not. you can ask anyone who has bought them that they are displeased with that.
I've cleared out about 6-7 pairs of tail lights. if you email me I'll send you pics of what they look like.
I can do it, it takes about an our and a half to do and it looks good.
Well the thing is the 98-99 lights dont match your center piece on your trunk, they are 2 different colors.
the cefiro ones dont have the same cross section molding, our 96-97's have a little dip in the center and the cefiros do not. you can ask anyone who has bought them that they are displeased with that.
I've cleared out about 6-7 pairs of tail lights. if you email me I'll send you pics of what they look like.
I can do it, it takes about an our and a half to do and it looks good.
01-22-2003, 01:38 PM
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i didnt think you could clear out the 96 tails..
now what about getting rid of the center piece?
any ideas..
send me pics to
nighthawk1010@aol.com
now what about getting rid of the center piece?
any ideas..
send me pics to
nighthawk1010@aol.com
01-22-2003, 02:33 PM
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Originally posted by I30tMikeD
No. Well it probably could be removed but you won't like how it looks. It's part of the trunk, not just molding. You will have an indention underneath it. If you want to see a photoshop of how it would look w/o the red do a search of previous threads. BBaker posted a pic of it in this forum.
No. Well it probably could be removed but you won't like how it looks. It's part of the trunk, not just molding. You will have an indention underneath it. If you want to see a photoshop of how it would look w/o the red do a search of previous threads. BBaker posted a pic of it in this forum.
01-23-2003, 11:08 AM
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Originally posted by SLC I30t
i30mike-you used that ceiling light plastic in yours... its still a little foggy, I would suggest you try and take it out and see how much better it matches the reverse lights.
i30mike-you used that ceiling light plastic in yours... its still a little foggy, I would suggest you try and take it out and see how much better it matches the reverse lights.
Do you mean use something other than the ceiling light plastic or replace the other with ceiling light plastic as well???
In person they is hardly any noticeable diff. when I ask(non-org. members that is) which one is replaced they have a hard time guessing.
01-23-2003, 04:22 PM
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Originally posted by I30tMikeD
Look a couple post above. 96 tails cleared out.
Look a couple post above. 96 tails cleared out.
I think it looks great!.....you've probably heard that before. Do you have any specific directions for the procedure of clearing them? Send it to JMTbrd87@aol.com if you do. thanks!!
01-24-2003, 11:03 AM
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they do look good to the average joe. Thats the way I originally had mine done. Then I went and took that ceiling light piece out, because it actually matches better in my opinion. Either way you can't go wrong. I wish I had some comparison pictures to post. My website went down and I haven't put another up.
01-24-2003, 12:22 PM
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Originally posted by SLC I30t
they do look good to the average joe. Thats the way I originally had mine done. Then I went and took that ceiling light piece out, because it actually matches better in my opinion. Either way you can't go wrong. I wish I had some comparison pictures to post. My website went down and I haven't put another up.
they do look good to the average joe. Thats the way I originally had mine done. Then I went and took that ceiling light piece out, because it actually matches better in my opinion. Either way you can't go wrong. I wish I had some comparison pictures to post. My website went down and I haven't put another up.
01-25-2003, 09:19 AM
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Unlike the 96 Maxima's, the 96 I30 tails can be cleared out. The process used is almost identical to clearing out the tails on a 97-98 maxima. There has been multiple how 2's written so I am not going to go into detial on every step.
The only difference that I know of is:
1.The housing is held together by one screw and multiple plastic clips that surround the housing. And of course the adhesive. The plastic clips must be pushed in for the housing to come apart.
2.And obviously the shape of the tail lights are different from a Maxima, so a different size insert will have to be made. But it looks like SLC choose not to put an insert in and he says it looks better. Not making one would make things go faster and easier.
Anyone who does a indepth search will find exactly what they need to know for clearing out tails.
A few things I learned are:
1.IMO a heat gun is the best method for opening up the tails. A hair dryer is the safest but takes forever. Many people will say that the oven is the best but I don't think so. I have used every different method and I like the heat gun.
2.As you are heating up the adhesive start to push in the plastic clips. They may break, but that is OK. These clips are a PITA, but they all need to be cleared out of the way for the housing to come apart.
3.As you are heating up the adhesive, start to check if the housing can be pulled apart. Usually you can get it to budge a little, then heat it up some more, then pull a little more, then more heat etc, etc....
4.Be careful. Having patience is the #1 key. don't force anything. Cracking the housing is very possible.
5.If you decide to use the insert method, take your time sizeing it up. Sandpaper or a metal file worked fine for me getting it the right shape. Nothing worse than getting it all back together and the insert not fitting correctly.
6.Use some silicone sealent when putting the housing back together. These things were not meant to come apart so they don't always seal nicely when put back together. Small beads applied to the adhesive will ensure no leaking.
I had to open my tails more than once to get it right. These are just some of the things that will save you from having to do that. I am no master customizer or anything, so I am sure anyone can do it. As long as they are patient.
To give you some idea, It took me a total of 10 hrs to do it the first time!! I could do it now in no time, but be prepared to take some time.
If you have any other questions email me I30tMikeD@Maxima.0rg
The only difference that I know of is:
1.The housing is held together by one screw and multiple plastic clips that surround the housing. And of course the adhesive. The plastic clips must be pushed in for the housing to come apart.
2.And obviously the shape of the tail lights are different from a Maxima, so a different size insert will have to be made. But it looks like SLC choose not to put an insert in and he says it looks better. Not making one would make things go faster and easier.
Anyone who does a indepth search will find exactly what they need to know for clearing out tails.
A few things I learned are:
1.IMO a heat gun is the best method for opening up the tails. A hair dryer is the safest but takes forever. Many people will say that the oven is the best but I don't think so. I have used every different method and I like the heat gun.
2.As you are heating up the adhesive start to push in the plastic clips. They may break, but that is OK. These clips are a PITA, but they all need to be cleared out of the way for the housing to come apart.
3.As you are heating up the adhesive, start to check if the housing can be pulled apart. Usually you can get it to budge a little, then heat it up some more, then pull a little more, then more heat etc, etc....
4.Be careful. Having patience is the #1 key. don't force anything. Cracking the housing is very possible.
5.If you decide to use the insert method, take your time sizeing it up. Sandpaper or a metal file worked fine for me getting it the right shape. Nothing worse than getting it all back together and the insert not fitting correctly.
6.Use some silicone sealent when putting the housing back together. These things were not meant to come apart so they don't always seal nicely when put back together. Small beads applied to the adhesive will ensure no leaking.
I had to open my tails more than once to get it right. These are just some of the things that will save you from having to do that. I am no master customizer or anything, so I am sure anyone can do it. As long as they are patient.
To give you some idea, It took me a total of 10 hrs to do it the first time!! I could do it now in no time, but be prepared to take some time.
If you have any other questions email me I30tMikeD@Maxima.0rg
01-25-2003, 09:45 AM
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Originally posted by AphexX
i got a question for u mike.
u wanna clear out my tails for a sum money since u can do them in "no time" and i dont have patience
hehe
i got a question for u mike.
u wanna clear out my tails for a sum money since u can do them in "no time" and i dont have patience
hehe
I have had my full of clearing out tails.Ask SLC he seems to be willing for the right price.
01-26-2003, 10:34 AM
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hey SLC, send me sum pics of sum cleard out 96 tails, and how much wuld u clear them out for..?
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email= nighthawk1010@aol.com
01-31-2003, 05:37 AM
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http://www.cardomain.com/member_page...Infiniti%20I30
I posted mine on this cardomain site... they are here and there so go ahead and check it out.
I posted mine on this cardomain site... they are here and there so go ahead and check it out.
02-01-2003, 12:02 PM
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if you have it to me on a friday I can get it out the following monday. The only problem I run into is that I can't get it from the shipping company the day it arrives. But I'll get it out as quickly as I possibly can. I do have a pair of used ones that I can send to you and switch in the mean time. That would be a little pricier in shipping but might be more convenient(sp)
I live in Balimore Maryland
I live in Balimore Maryland
02-02-2003, 09:19 AM
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the only thing about mine are, i have a slight crack on the driver side tail. on the upper corner closet to the trunk 
but i glued the piece back, and u cant really tell unless u kno or look at it real closely.
are the ones u have in good condition, b/c i cant really be out of a car to long.
i'll see how much shipping is next day, and i'll get back to u
i should have money by sat tha 8th (my bday) so i shuld get sum money. we'll see
but i glued the piece back, and u cant really tell unless u kno or look at it real closely.
are the ones u have in good condition, b/c i cant really be out of a car to long.
i'll see how much shipping is next day, and i'll get back to u
i should have money by sat tha 8th (my bday) so i shuld get sum money. we'll see
02-03-2003, 04:07 AM
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Well my old ones have a small crack in them as well, and they didn't fit perfectly. I did them before I really knew how to do them. So they turned out horrible, then one day it all came to me and now when I do them they fit back together and look much better. Just PM me when you are ready to send them out. we'll work out a time schedule that will hopefully get them turned around and back the fastest. BTW where do you live?