AAC Sidemarkers vs ShowStopper Sidemarkers - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Andys562 · 09-04-2011, 01:44 AM

I've asked this before, but never got concrete answers.

Which do you prefer and why?

Thank you!

TaylorRyanSS · 09-04-2011, 03:38 AM

I like AACs lifetime warranty, but I prefer the look of the showstopper ones. The LED strip is on the top instead of the middle.

John Deere Boy · 09-04-2011, 05:27 AM

At a rally this summer I saw a couple sets of AAC sidemarkers and both had condensation inside. One of the owners said he's already replaced one or two of them for burnt out LED's. I also saw one set of showstoppers (Darth Emma) and they looked perfect.

FL1CK · 09-04-2011, 06:34 AM

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Originally Posted by TaylorRyanSS

I like AACs lifetime warranty, but I prefer the look of the showstopper ones. The LED strip is on the top instead of the middle.

I also like the warranty, but I don't like having to pay for the shipping back to AAC...

Quote:

Originally Posted by John Deere Boy

At a rally this summer I saw a couple sets of AAC sidemarkers and both had condensation inside. One of the owners said he's already replaced one or two of them for burnt out LED's. I also saw one set of showstoppers (Darth Emma) and they looked perfect.

I like showstoppers, but the price difference is kinda high... but have NEVER heard any complaints about their sidemarkers, I guess you get what you pay for?

bo3adlah · 09-04-2011, 07:50 AM

showstoppers are awesome as hell
they look great the led is with the lines of the car instead of the middle
and when my set came in and i had a problem with one side marker they immedietly sent out another one
very very satisfied costumer

Ph4r · 09-04-2011, 08:31 AM

I like keeping my stock units to go AAC, but I love the light at the top to go ShowStoppers. If you are psyco like I am and look closely at the images from AAC, there lights are sporadically placed / painted, some are centered, some are high, it seems to vary.

If AAC offered an option for LED Positioning, and specifically TOP, then I would buy theirs in a heartbeat!

Gibroni · 09-04-2011, 09:52 AM

Showstopper's all the way. Much cleaner looking. AAC with the LED in the middle creates 3 lines there, in my eyes, no better than the stock GM sidemarkers.

GB EB · 09-04-2011, 10:00 AM

I prefer the looks of AAC and the quality of showstoppers.

does that help?

*GTAHVIT* · 09-04-2011, 12:47 PM

I've got AAC

No problems at all leds are ultra bright fit an finish is great.

I don't think you can go wrong either way. One guy out here has had a problem with them but the rest of us are all problem free

FWIW

GB EB · 09-04-2011, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTAHVIT

I've got AAC

No problems at all leds are ultra bright fit an finish is great.

I don't think you can go wrong either way. One guy out here has had a problem with them but the rest of us are all problem free

FWIW

one?

RedRyder · 09-04-2011, 01:56 PM

I have AAC and if I had to do it again I'd get showstoppers, had to replace one already. Down the road I might sell mine and get some showstoppers.

The Stig · 09-04-2011, 03:53 PM

I have the AAC ones and haven't had any problems. That knowing the lifetime warranty is there is nice assurance.

rjsmith1973 · 09-04-2011, 04:14 PM

Showstoppers. Closer appearance to the concept.

SummoneR · 09-04-2011, 05:44 PM

I have the AAC painted/tinted sidemarkers, Love them they look great. I like the looks of the Showstopper other than the reflector top, I prefer the clear/smoked look of the AAC, It would be nice if the lights ran along the top but the said they run cooler through the middle or something to that effect. I have not had any moisture issues with mine, they are super bright and look amazing on the car. I like items with lifetime warranties too.

09-04-2011, 01:44 AM	#1
Andys562 Drives: Black 2011 2LT RS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Southern California Posts: 629	AAC Sidemarkers vs ShowStopper Sidemarkers I've asked this before, but never got concrete answers. Which do you prefer and why? Thank you!

09-04-2011, 03:38 AM	#2
TaylorRyanSS COTW: 12/13/10 Drives: 1969 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 7,880	I like AACs lifetime warranty, but I prefer the look of the showstopper ones. The LED strip is on the top instead of the middle. __________________ "Are you one of those boys who prefer cars to women? - I'm one of those boys that appreciates a fine body, regardless of the make." 1969 CAMARO JOURNAL: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=341239 \| FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/taylor.ryan.apt \| GRAPHIC DESIGN: www.aptdesigns.net

09-04-2011, 05:27 AM	#3
John Deere Boy I bleed green Drives: '11 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Centerville, Indiana Posts: 462 View My Garage	At a rally this summer I saw a couple sets of AAC sidemarkers and both had condensation inside. One of the owners said he's already replaced one or two of them for burnt out LED's. I also saw one set of showstoppers (Darth Emma) and they looked perfect. __________________ 2011 2SS/RS LS3. Delivered 4/18/11. Solo Axle-back with J-pipes and quads, 35% tint, Yellow trim kit, Showstopper sidemarkers, babied garage queen. 2006 Silverado 3500 6.0, 1993 Pontiac Bonneville SSE

09-04-2011, 07:50 AM	#5
bo3adlah Drives: Camaro SS Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: kuwait Posts: 554	showstoppers are awesome as hell they look great the led is with the lines of the car instead of the middle and when my set came in and i had a problem with one side marker they immedietly sent out another one very very satisfied costumer __________________ _____________________________________________ mods : bb stripes , showstopper side markers , grill blackout , trunk blackout , interior AAC blue bulb , removed grill ss emblem , the bee-otch and disco ball ,concept diffuser , concept side mirrors. soon to come: taillights , maybe wheels , interior roof alcantra material .

09-04-2011, 08:31 AM	#6
Ph4r Top Down Fun Drives: 11 2SS/RS IOM Vert Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Washington Twp, MI Posts: 457 View My Garage	I like keeping my stock units to go AAC, but I love the light at the top to go ShowStoppers. If you are psyco like I am and look closely at the images from AAC, there lights are sporadically placed / painted, some are centered, some are high, it seems to vary. If AAC offered an option for LED Positioning, and specifically TOP, then I would buy theirs in a heartbeat! __________________ 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible 2SS RS M6 IOM Vert! IO Interior, Factory Hurst, Painted GFX, Black Rally Stripes, Front/Rear/Bowtie Blackouts, QTP Cutouts, Extra Cupholders! LED Tails, LED DRL's (always on!), Ghosted "Concept" LED Side Markers, LED Tag Lights, Tinted LED Reverse Lights, Chrome Front Turn Signal Bulbs! My Build Thread Daily Driver: 2016 Ford Fusion Titanium with 2 car seats in the back!

09-04-2011, 09:52 AM	#7
Gibroni Drives: '12 IOM LT 'vert Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NEPA Posts: 646	Showstopper's all the way. Much cleaner looking. AAC with the LED in the middle creates 3 lines there, in my eyes, no better than the stock GM sidemarkers.

09-04-2011, 10:00 AM	#8
GB EB Drives: 2014 Stingray 2LT/Z51 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: NAS PENSACOLA, FL Posts: 2,375 View My Garage	I prefer the looks of AAC and the quality of showstoppers. does that help? __________________ *CAMARO5 CAMARO OF THE WEEK 3/21/11* *1ST PLACE - NAVAL STATION SAN DIEGO CAR SHOW 4/17/11* *PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD - SAN DIEGO FREEDOM FESTIVAL CAR SHOW 7/4/11* *TROPHY RECIPIENT - GREATEST SHOW ON TURF 9/11/11* *1ST PLACE MODERN MUSCLE - CORONADO SPEED FESTIVAL 9/23/11* *AWARD OF EXCELLENCE - GOOD GUYS DEL MAR FALL NATIONALS 11/27/11* *1ST PLACE / '82&UP CAMARO/FIREBIRD- FORT WALTON BEACH FF SHOW 2/16/13* BUILD THREAD: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=120353

09-04-2011, 12:47 PM	#9
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	I've got AAC No problems at all leds are ultra bright fit an finish is great. I don't think you can go wrong either way. One guy out here has had a problem with them but the rest of us are all problem free FWIW __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

09-04-2011, 01:56 PM	#11
RedRyder Drives: 2010 VR 2SS/RS M6 Camaro Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 499 View My Garage	I have AAC and if I had to do it again I'd get showstoppers, had to replace one already. Down the road I might sell mine and get some showstoppers.

09-04-2011, 03:53 PM	#12
The Stig knows 2 facts about ducks Drives: ...and they're both wrong Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The HMS Invincible Posts: 25,072 View My Garage	I have the AAC ones and haven't had any problems. That knowing the lifetime warranty is there is nice assurance. __________________

09-04-2011, 04:14 PM	#13
rjsmith1973 Drives: Aqua Blue 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Saratoga Springs, UT Posts: 119	Showstoppers. Closer appearance to the concept.

09-04-2011, 05:44 PM	#14
SummoneR Paul Drives: '10 2SS/RS M6 "Marauder" Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NOR*CAL Posts: 6,257	I have the AAC painted/tinted sidemarkers, Love them they look great. I like the looks of the Showstopper other than the reflector top, I prefer the clear/smoked look of the AAC, It would be nice if the lights ran along the top but the said they run cooler through the middle or something to that effect. I have not had any moisture issues with mine, they are super bright and look amazing on the car. I like items with lifetime warranties too. __________________

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