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I've always wanted to do the clear corner mod, but didn't JUST want to do just that. My silver Alero needed something besides just clear corners...My inspiration actually comes from a Mustang I saw, but looking around, I think someone else did almost the same thing here.
![]() The headlights we all know and love. Yes, I know they're dirty. ![]() Okay, so they don't fit in my dinky little oven, so I borrowed my mom's $6000 Viking oven. THAT sure brought on some wierd looks... ![]() Using a Krylon ShortCuts black paint pen, I outlined the borders and filled them in. When that dried, I filled in any spots I missed or smudged (oops) with Kylon ShortCuts touchup paint and a paint brush. ![]() At first, I was going to tape off the bezel with 3M Blue masking tape...BIG MISTAKE, on the lower edge, you'll see where some of the chrome paint flaked off with the tape. I was just testing to make sure this didn't happen...I guess I shouldn't have tested in such an obvious location. ![]() I was surprised at the consistency of the paint pen application, much smoother than using the brush. ![]() Thank goodness the outer bezel does a good enough job masking the little flubs I made along the way! ![]() OMG it's so hot. As recommended in the thread about corner clearing, I used several rubber bands to "bake" the headlight assembly back together...I put more silcone in with the existing silicone, and hoped for the best. ![]() Final product installed with my LED blinker and sidemarkers! Whew! After about 4-6 hours of often-interrupted work, I'm ready for bed! ![]() One last shot to take in the morning light. See the high-resolution pics here. Still to do: - A mod that removes dirt from the outside of my car (anyone know one? I'm stumped) :P - Solid-state relays so that my LED blinkers aren't always in hyper-blink mode. - MORE LEDs!!! |
I like it
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nice to see another LED fan.
:thumb: nice job. |
looking good
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sharp!
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Looks good dude! :beerchug: |
Looks good!
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i love it...it would look even better on a black car...hmmm.
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Thanks, for the kind words, folks!
One question I have is about the hyper-blinking of the LEDs...I was looking at the electronic flashers on this page and thinking this seems like a much more graceful solution than putting those resistors inline. Are these electronic flasher units compatible with our cars, or are the resistors pretty much the only way to go? |
Excellent Job. Even after seeing it on my car for the last year or so, it's always a nice look - and you definately did a very good job of clear cornering them!
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The resistors are one of a couple things you can use - as well as the parts shown on the link you gave. Personally though, the resisters I think are the easiest and more cost effective method. Hope this helps. |
Wow i wish I saw this beafore I did mine. . . Looks sweet!
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that looks pimp man, im going to be clear cornering mine here soon, i think i might do the same thing that you done... good job!
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I'll probaby do the same as well... looks great
I'll probably do the same as well... looks great |
looks nice man...keep on modding
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Holy priceless vinetian blinds batman, is that done with sharpie and a ruler? BRILLIANT!!
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where do you get the krylon short cuts paint pens?
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In the paint section of Fred Meyer, a Kroger-owned store here in the Pacific Northwest. I'm sure you can get these kinds of things at any place that sells paint, like Home Depot, etc. |
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[/b][/quote] Uh...no |
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