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WCoolBreeze · 09-14-2009, 12:29 AM

Here is a suggestion from someone who also builds large scale remote control models. How about using some CA (super glue) to hold the light tube in place instead of tape. I plan on ordering these parts as soon as I can find a place in the El Centro area that can do it for, not to sure I want to take apart my dash myself, would not want to mess it up.

Walt B.

*TAG UR IT* · 09-14-2009, 01:03 AM

VERY informative thread.

Got my light tube today....need the GM light connectors now. Can't wait to get started!

KTCAM · 09-14-2009, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by WCoolBreeze

Here is a suggestion from someone who also builds large scale remote control models. How about using some CA (super glue) to hold the light tube in place instead of tape. I plan on ordering these parts as soon as I can find a place in the El Centro area that can do it for, not to sure I want to take apart my dash myself, would not want to mess it up.

Walt B.

thanks for the suggestions...I'm at the office & havn't got the foil tape yet but if it doesent work can always try the glue. I'm thinking that ...even if I carve out the front dash and even if there is not a lot of light despite the foil trick your not going to see the carve out if it doesn't work once the plastic trim is in place. One way or another its going to be finished tonite

Re. taking it apart yourself....it.s not difficult & I think if you can do remote control models you can do this & I doubt very seriously you'll breaking anything.. time, patience & determination are your friends

Jayhawk500 · 09-14-2009, 02:28 PM

You might want to think about sanding/filing down the light tube before cutting the dash pad. Just be sure that the shaved part is facing the dash pad and there shouldn't be a problem, I believe. Then use the foil tape to hold it in place. Try it if you have a scrap piece of tube, before you use your dash tube.
I have received my tube, but not the lights as well.

vuduman67 · 09-14-2009, 02:44 PM

Recieved my Blue lights today from GM. Probably gonna give it a go tonight

Michael Cooper · 09-14-2009, 06:20 PM

Very nice write up, just what i was looking for!

Thanks!

nessa131 · 09-14-2009, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by vuduman67

Recieved my Blue lights today from GM. Probably gonna give it a go tonight

when did you order your lights? I am still waiting on mine!

BLUEMARO · 09-14-2009, 07:05 PM

Really Great Work!!!! A Million Thanks!!

viper1cobra · 09-14-2009, 07:27 PM

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Originally Posted by TAG UR IT

VERY informative thread.

Got my light tube today....need the GM light connectors now. Can't wait to get started!

Join the Party.

KTCAM · 09-14-2009, 11:55 PM

Im tired .....up all nite last nite from work....but got home to work on light tube this afternoon...but I wanted you to know

#1 : that the best way to cut the light tube is with a dremel tool using "cutting wheel #409"...always a clean cut, no cracking or slivers & NO sanding needed.

#2 : forget about the foil backing, crazy/hot glue,& tape holding the tube in place...I tried them all..(What about sanding ???.....Need to do the ABL Door Mod by Michael Cooper first ..see how it looks & then may do it on the dash passenger panel another day)

The BEST WAY is to use TWO light connectors...one @ each end...plenty of light ..no fading @ passenegr door side..BUT does require a little more work cutting the front dash panel

Here are just 2 pics.....more tomorrow...I'm tired

KTCAM · 09-15-2009, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by nessa131

when did you order your lights? I am still waiting on mine!

I read somewhere @ camaro5 that its faster if you order your lights from your dealer who sold you the car..i got mine in 4 days..& i ordered 3 more..

Just wondering if any one has tried blue light on an orange panel?? what does it look like?? brighter than the orange one???....just a thought

Michael_Js · 09-15-2009, 08:58 AM

Just got an e-mail from GM Parts saying my 2 orange lights are backordered :( Maybe time to call the dealer also!

KTCAM - if you are using 2 lights for the passenger side, does that mean there is NO ABL on the small piece by the drivers side? Looks good!

Maybe just splice another connector on the drivers side to install 2 at that location?

FrankT · 09-15-2009, 11:39 AM

Got my blue lights today. Now if my car wasn't in Florida being turbocharged, I could start this mod!

KTCAM · 09-15-2009, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Michael_Js

Just got an e-mail from GM Parts saying my 2 orange lights are backordered :( Maybe time to call the dealer also!

KTCAM - if you are using 2 lights for the passenger side, does that mean there is NO ABL on the small piece by the drivers side? Looks good!

Maybe just splice another connector on the drivers side to install 2 at that location?

My dealer just caled me also ..they are all backordered..too many camaro5 members calling...LOL

Yea ..I took off the one from the drivers side to splice on to the passengers side...so for now no light on drivers side

tonite will post pics of this also

09-14-2009, 12:29 AM	#29
WCoolBreeze 2SS Drives: 2016 2SS, Red Garnet Tint Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Imperial, CA Posts: 1,343	Here is a suggestion from someone who also builds large scale remote control models. How about using some CA (super glue) to hold the light tube in place instead of tape. I plan on ordering these parts as soon as I can find a place in the El Centro area that can do it for, not to sure I want to take apart my dash myself, would not want to mess it up. Walt B. __________________ 2016 Camaro 2SS 2005 Dodge Magnum R/T (Yes it has a Hemi) 1987 Camaro RS (California Special) - For Sale Gen6, 2016 Camaro 2SS, Red Garnet Tint (with Silver Rally Stripes) Ordered: 2-12-2016 TPW: 3-7-2016 Built: 3-7-2016 VIN 1G1FH78G0157626 Delivered: 4-26-2016

09-14-2009, 02:28 PM	#32
Jayhawk500 Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Warrenton, Or. Posts: 1,062	You might want to think about sanding/filing down the light tube before cutting the dash pad. Just be sure that the shaved part is facing the dash pad and there shouldn't be a problem, I believe. Then use the foil tape to hold it in place. Try it if you have a scrap piece of tube, before you use your dash tube. I have received my tube, but not the lights as well. __________________ Jayhawk500 2010 2SS/RS, Six speed, Rally Yellow w/ Black Painted Stripes, Boston Acoustic Stereo, Polished 20" wheels, Solo Mach X Catback Exhaust, Solo HF Cats, Halltech CAI, Full Dash & Door ABL, ABL Lit Homelink Buttons, HUD Installed, Ride Tunes, Full Electric Passenger Seat, Fbodfather signed, VIN # 4492, PAID OFF!!! 2010 Yellow 2SS/RS with black painted Stripes...$37,000.00; Ride Tones sound system and remote...$ 40.00; Seeing the kids faces (Young and Old) light up and almost wet their pants....Priceless!!!

09-14-2009, 06:20 PM	#34
Michael Cooper Oh Yeah! I Got One! Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Camaro 08' Charger Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Arcadia, CA Posts: 37 View My Garage	Very nice write up, just what i was looking for! Thanks! __________________ 2010 2SS/RS L99 Founder of ABL Door Mod Visit my blog: iMichaelC.blogspot.com

09-14-2009, 11:55 PM	#38
KTCAM HPE 600 Drives: 2010 Black 2SS w Inferno Orange Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Katy Texas Posts: 59 View My Garage	Im tired .....up all nite last nite from work....but got home to work on light tube this afternoon...but I wanted you to know #1 : that the best way to cut the light tube is with a dremel tool using "cutting wheel #409"...always a clean cut, no cracking or slivers & NO sanding needed. #2 : forget about the foil backing, crazy/hot glue,& tape holding the tube in place...I tried them all..(What about sanding ???.....Need to do the ABL Door Mod by Michael Cooper first ..see how it looks & then may do it on the dash passenger panel another day) The BEST WAY is to use TWO light connectors...one @ each end...plenty of light ..no fading @ passenegr door side..BUT does require a little more work cutting the front dash panel Here are just 2 pics.....more tomorrow...I'm tired Attached Images

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09-14-2009, 01:03 AM	#30
TAG UR IT www.Camaro5store.com Drives: 2014 ZL1 #705 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SA, Texas Posts: 26,558 View My Garage	VERY informative thread. Got my light tube today....need the GM light connectors now. Can't wait to get started!

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