2nd Generation Specific (1986-1992) 1986-1992 Discussion including performance modifications and technical support sections.

Anyone running Rmagic/Tamon Aero parts?

Old Apr 11, 2014 | 10:00 PM
  #1  
SpeedLoverD's Avatar
Thread Starter
Full Member
 
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 217
Likes: 0
From: Vriginia,
Anyone running Rmagic/Tamon Aero parts?

just like the title reads.

right now im thinking of just doing the front end I seriously considering the R magic flush mount conversion.Ive noticed the bumper is designed differently when doing a flush mount conversion. that being said what im looking for out this thread is answers on the following questions


1 Does the Rmagic flush mount kit work with stock fenders?
2Are you running full kit or specific parts?
3 Has anyone mixed the the two before?
4 How well do the parts fit?

--David
as always thanks for the help everyone

Last edited by SpeedLoverD; Apr 11, 2014 at 10:01 PM. Reason: left out some material
Reply
Old Apr 11, 2014 | 10:11 PM
  #2  
Molotovman's Avatar
Ban Peak
Tenured Member: 20 Years
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
iTrader: (50)
 
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 4,250
Likes: 550
From: Northern Virginia
If you DD your car and often drive at night, the flush/ recessed headlight bumper covers suck hard. They limit light output significantly, you lose all peripheral light and depending on how far back the lights are mounted you'll lose some forward wash up close as well.

I have the Tamon/FC2000 bumper with HID projectors and I get VERY limited light. The only reason I can see decent at night is because of the bright lower fog lights.

Pop ups FTW!
Reply
Old Apr 11, 2014 | 10:32 PM
  #3  
SpeedLoverD's Avatar
Thread Starter
Full Member
 
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 217
Likes: 0
From: Vriginia,
Originally Posted by Molotovman
If you DD your car and often drive at night, the flush/ recessed headlight bumper covers suck hard. They limit light output significantly, you lose all peripheral light and depending on how far back the lights are mounted you'll lose some forward wash up close as well. I have the Tamon/FC2000 bumper with HID projectors and I get VERY limited light. The only reason I can see decent at night is because of the bright lower fog lights. Pop ups FTW!
Do have the clear cover(lens) over your lights I've seen photos of FCs with and without them. Thanks for the information didn't know you could play around the lateral movement of the lights. Can you adjust the angle of the lights?
Reply
Old Apr 12, 2014 | 07:07 AM
  #4  
Molotovman's Avatar
Ban Peak
Tenured Member: 20 Years
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
iTrader: (50)
 
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 4,250
Likes: 550
From: Northern Virginia
Originally Posted by SpeedLoverD
Do have the clear cover(lens) over your lights I've seen photos of FCs with and without them. Thanks for the information didn't know you could play around the lateral movement of the lights. Can you adjust the angle of the lights?
The wiggle room depends on what lights you install. In my case, there isn't much room for adjustment.

If I ever have the time to go in and mount them again, I will try to cut the recess shorter and move them as far forward as I can. The recessed areas for the lights angle down as they go in. 90% of my light output is cut off because of it. The point I'm trying to make is that the recessed light style bumpers are terrible for night driving.

I do have the plexi covers.
Reply
Old Apr 12, 2014 | 07:17 AM
  #5  
SpeedLoverD's Avatar
Thread Starter
Full Member
 
Joined: Jul 2013
Posts: 217
Likes: 0
From: Vriginia,
Originally Posted by Molotovman
The wiggle room depends on what lights you install. In my case, there isn't much room for adjustment.

If I ever have the time to go in and mount them again, I will try to cut the recess shorter and move them as far forward as I can. The recessed areas for the lights angle down as they go in. 90% of my light output is cut off because of it. The point I'm trying to make is that the recessed light style bumpers are terrible for night driving.

I do have the plexi covers.
thanks for the feedback i will still take chance on them i can see pretty well at night. ill play around with the bulbs and the position of lights and see about a solid setup.
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
KAL797
Test Area 51
0
Aug 11, 2015 03:47 PM


Thread Tools
Search this Thread

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:45 AM.