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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 07:58 PM
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I've found fixed headlights at www.rksport.com for $995. These seem real expensive to me for what you get. Does anyone in here know other places to find these fixed headlights? I've done alot of body work to my car, and I think these lights painted black if priced right will be the next move.
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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 08:07 PM
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Man somebody is financially well off.
Nice vehicles <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="gr_eek2.gif" />
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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 08:26 PM
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Those are NICE, I wish they would just sell the plastic cover. I know I can make my own housing and mount the lights (I'd get my own), I just want the cars original lines to stay the same. That is way to much. I really want that because the nylon gears in my lights have worn out and makes that ridiculous grinding noise when locking and unlocking the car (whenever the lights close). I am going to call and ask if theyd sell me the covers. Anyone know how to get those "smoked" like the blackouts on a camaro or mustang?
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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 08:39 PM
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</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Originally posted by Rice Burner:
<strong> Anyone know how to get those "smoked" like the blackouts on a camaro or mustang? </strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">What about some window tint?

Did you try the brass gears to fix that grinding noise? People say it works really well.
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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 08:50 PM
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</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Originally posted by NightHawk:
<strong> </font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Originally posted by Rice Burner:
<strong> Anyone know how to get those "smoked" like the blackouts on a camaro or mustang? </strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">What about some window tint?

Did you try the brass gears to fix that grinding noise? People say it works really well. </strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">I have never heard of aftermarket brass gears before, Do you know the name of the maker, or maybe a website that sells them?
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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 09:47 PM
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If you have the link please post it I forgot it <img border="0" title="" alt="[Frown]" src="gr_sad.gif" />
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Old Feb 24, 2003 | 10:19 PM
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Here is the place most people mention:
http://www.bfranker.badz28.com/headlightfix/

At the bottom, there is also a free headlight fix, although it is only temporary.

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<small>[ February 24, 2003, 10:22 PM: Message edited by: VIP1 ]</small>
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Old Feb 25, 2003 | 09:02 PM
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Hey
I talked to the guy at rksport.com he said if we get like 10 or so ppl, he'd give us a group deal <img border="0" alt="[cheers]" title="" src="graemlins/gr_cheers.gif" /> .
About those brass gears tho, with the nylon gears, yes they gave way <img border="0" alt="[bang head]" title="" src="graemlins/gr_banghead.gif" /> , but it was because the motor was still trying to turn. If you replace those with something that wont give way, like brass, then the motor is still trying to turn, put now the force it was trying to put out on the gears is on the motor and could wear out the motor. I want the fixed lights to get rid of the problem all together <img border="0" title="" alt="[Cool]" src="gr_images/icons/cool.gif" />

<small>[ February 25, 2003, 09:12 PM: Message edited by: Rice Burner ]</small>
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Old Feb 25, 2003 | 09:39 PM
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The motor stops when it senses resistance. Therefore it shouldnt burn out sooner with the brass gears.

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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 12:43 AM
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Hey rice, did he give any indication to how much the discount would be.
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 07:24 AM
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The guy said in reply to my email, they would be "considerably cheaper". Anyone interested? They don't make those lights themselves, I also emailed the company that makes them, they are in the miami ft lauderdale area. I'll let you know what they say.
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 09:01 AM
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Not that big of a fan of them on the 'birds, but i think they make the Corvette look a lot better. Ive only seen the non-popups on a few TAs, looked alright...i think it comes down to the color of the car (well, @ least for me). If its black or NBM, it'd probably look sweet, or maybe even silver or pewter, but white or red...i dunno
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 09:54 AM
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I agree those seem really expensive, but hell, an entire stock headlight assembly pair is probably that much too.
I *think* I like the way they look, but I've yet to see one in person.
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 03:11 PM
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well, i guess kepp up the good owrk and keep us posted.

thanks rice,
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 03:26 PM
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</font><blockquote><font size="1" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">quote:</font><hr /><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Originally posted by Fbody Man:
<strong> Man somebody is financially well off.
Nice vehicles <img border="0" title="" alt="[Eek!]" src="gr_eek2.gif" /> </strong></font><hr /></blockquote><font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Are you a drug dealer? j/k <img border="0" title="" alt="[Big Grin]" src="gr_grin.gif" />


Good job on the vehicles!
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Old Feb 26, 2003 | 03:35 PM
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no drug dealing, I used to kinda work in the car audio business, the off road truck business, now I'm cracking into the fast car business. I've learned if you build it real big. you can get sponsors to pay for it. thanks for the compliment though.
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Old Feb 27, 2003 | 01:45 PM
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Rice Burner: I'd be interested in a GP or any discount. Email me if something comes up: brian_blackman@hotmail.com.
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Old Feb 28, 2003 | 01:36 PM
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The company that makes those headlights is Breathless Performance in Ft Lauderdale.

Click here.

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Old Feb 28, 2003 | 02:52 PM
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I bet someone with alot of skill and time could start producing those for less. It is an interesting look for sure.
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Old Jul 3, 2003 | 01:08 AM
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Any word on a group purchase for these lights?? i know i'm a few months behind, just thought i'd check.
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