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Old 07-03-02, 06:22 PM
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Any tips and the low down!?

i am installing my 91 lights on my 87 tomorrow and was wondering if anyone had any input on what i should look out for and how do i go about getting the lights off? and where do i cut? near the reverse light, and how much? any help or tips you could send my way would be great! help fast would be good to cuz i need to round up the tools before i go to work! thanks!
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http://www.aaroncake.net/rx-7/taillights.htm

Also, you will either need to grind down the '86 style license plate surround, or install the '89 style one.
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yeah i have the center plate thingy.. ill take a look at your site now thanks buddy!
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oh do u need to splice any wires wo make these fit i thought the 91 type lights had an extra light, brake light or sumpthing! anyways your site was great i cant wait!!
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Nope. It's a direct plug-in.
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hey what did u use to bend it.. i am without a grinder? plz help soon im in the process!!!
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I know it sounds kind of dumb, but i used some needlenose pliers and a hacksaw. It turned out nice.
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