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vroomapunk · 02-23-2012, 02:04 PM

wiring wise, what did you do? Just put the wires on the contact points where the bulb would sit?

jlugo · 02-23-2012, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by vroomapunk

wiring wise, what did you do? Just put the wires on the contact points where the bulb would sit?

Yeah, that's what I did...

Grimlock · 02-23-2012, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Mach

Bill its really not that hard. You can do it. Just get a nice fresh utility knife and score the line over and over until it snaps open.

He's right Bill, a sharp knife makes all the difference. I didn't even bake the sidemarker this time around. By the fourth marker I was splitting them in a couple of minutes. I was gonna keep it lowkey but expect to see them this Sunday.

TJ91 · 02-24-2012, 12:15 AM

Hey Mach, really want to thank you for this DIY! Thanks alot brother! Definitly on my to do list this summer

Mach · 02-24-2012, 05:03 AM

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Originally Posted by vroomapunk

wiring wise, what did you do? Just put the wires on the contact points where the bulb would sit?

Yes Sir!! I laid the wires over the contact point and wedged the bulb back in. But remember to snip of the bulb wire. You want that bulb to be dead.

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Hey Mach, really want to thank you for this DIY! Thanks alot brother! Definitly on my to do list this summer

I am really glad you guys are loving this DIY. When I did my led side markers I couldn't believe how good they looked. I knew I had to share it with my fellow members. We accomplished something that looks better then some vendors for cheaper. A win/win.

Bill F · 02-24-2012, 01:57 PM

Is it feasable to use a dremmel tool to cut the housings like is used when splitting the tailights for the afterburner install?

Grimlock · 02-24-2012, 02:00 PM

The only reason I didn't use one is because I was afraid I would take too much plastic off. When it's all glued back up, I'd like it to sit flush with the fenders as it originally did. Though I could be mistaken and there's a blade thin enough to just slice the sucker.

GearHeadPeter · 02-24-2012, 02:20 PM

When I did my Led side markers last year I opened one with a dremel tool, but the problem is the plastic starts to melt. The utility knife is best.

The_Creepy_Zebra · 02-24-2012, 02:23 PM

I've heard of people boil tail lights in water for a few minutes would that work in this situation or easie to just cut it. Plus what was used to glue it back together.

zkdreads · 02-25-2012, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jlugo

'Showstopper' wants $475 (-$100 refund for core) for their Concept LED Side Markers...

i just bought some AAC LEDs off ebay for $100 they was used and black. all i did was paint white and put clear on it. but AAC price and showstoppers price are pretty STEEP!!!

buzzy56 · 02-26-2012, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by zkdreads

i just bought some AAC LEDs off ebay for $100 they was used and black. all i did was paint white and put clear on it. but AAC price and showstoppers price are pretty STEEP!!!

Hey let's see some pics. interested how the white looks on white. Sounds like you really got a deal . thanks

Saint Alban · 02-26-2012, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by buzzy56

Hey let's see some pics. interested how the white looks on white. Sounds like you really got a deal . thanks

Check out post #17 and #39.

Bill F · 02-26-2012, 03:18 PM

Parts on order. Gonna give it a shot!

buzzy56 · 02-26-2012, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Saint Alban

Check out post #17 and #39.

I guess that is what I get for coming into the thread late and not reading it in its entirety !

02-23-2012, 02:04 PM	#99
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02-24-2012, 12:15 AM	#102
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02-24-2012, 01:57 PM	#104
Bill F Drives: 2011 CGM 2LT/RS 2005 Silverado Z71 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 351 View My Garage	Is it feasable to use a dremmel tool to cut the housings like is used when splitting the tailights for the afterburner install? __________________ *TEAM LLT* VMaxx TB, MRT v1, Roto Fab CAI, Custom Painted Bowties, DT Headers(On order!)

02-24-2012, 02:20 PM	#106
GearHeadPeter US Navy Vet Drives: 2011 2LT/RS, 65 Mustang GT Fastback Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,567	When I did my Led side markers last year I opened one with a dremel tool, but the problem is the plastic starts to melt. The utility knife is best. __________________ 2011 - 2LT/RS - RY, A6, Gray Interior - Team LLT: 3rd Camaro on this forum to have a Mylink installed. Installation by GEN5DIY, Heritage Grill, Lloyds Premium Ebony Camaro RS floor mats, Empire Billet Camaro Black sill plates, AAC: LED footwell & interior lighting, Rear Courtesy Lights, LED side markers/turn signals, Plasma P13W DRl bulbs, Formula 1 Pinnacle Series tint, Roto-Fab Yellow CAI & Fuse cover, Technostalgia Afterburner LED taillights, EmblemPros custom V6 hydrocoated carbon fiber/RY engine cover, Pfadt Sport sway bars, Ofer's Backup Camera, and full Brembo brake conversion.

02-26-2012, 03:18 PM	#111
Bill F Drives: 2011 CGM 2LT/RS 2005 Silverado Z71 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Maryland Posts: 351 View My Garage	Parts on order. Gonna give it a shot! __________________ *TEAM LLT* VMaxx TB, MRT v1, Roto Fab CAI, Custom Painted Bowties, DT Headers(On order!)

02-24-2012, 02:00 PM	#105
Grimlock dey see me rollin Drives: the magic school bus Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Vault 101 Posts: 823	The only reason I didn't use one is because I was afraid I would take too much plastic off. When it's all glued back up, I'd like it to sit flush with the fenders as it originally did. Though I could be mistaken and there's a blade thin enough to just slice the sucker.

02-24-2012, 02:23 PM	#107
The_Creepy_Zebra Drives: 2011 1SS Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Quincy il Posts: 62	I've heard of people boil tail lights in water for a few minutes would that work in this situation or easie to just cut it. Plus what was used to glue it back together.

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