FTP lense
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FTP lense
It's apparent to most of us FC owners that over time our FTP lenses start looking pretty poor. Really mine look ok, except some of the tint is peeling off. Is there anything I can use to totally peel the tint off and just get them retinted, or is what's peeling just crapping out plastic. After having the FTP lense in and out, I like the car with them in but I'm not gonna shell otu 100 bucks for some plastic lenses.
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anyone have a pic of the FTP lens out w/mesh in? where can i get those lens that have actual lights in it? i think they would be pretty cool driving lights!! i drive around w/ my headlights on with them down!! indeed it looks awesome and its different!! i rather have them lighted though cos its a pain to take the fuse out all the time!! ive had alot of peeps telling me "THATS COOL" the girls love it too!!
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where can i get those lens that have actual lights in it?
I've heard the lights aren't powerful enough to use as driving lights. its just enough to make them show. but I'm sure you could replace the bulbs ... although it might not do much because its only like 1 inch below the headlights.
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if you want day time running lights without buying the j spec ones or pulling the fuse, try this http://www.aaroncake.net/RX-7/lights.htm
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Originally posted by gsracer
Really mine look ok, except some of the tint is peeling off. Is there anything I can use to totally peel the tint off and just get them retinted, or is what's peeling just crapping out plastic.
Really mine look ok, except some of the tint is peeling off. Is there anything I can use to totally peel the tint off and just get them retinted, or is what's peeling just crapping out plastic.
Mine were just a little dull so I used bathroom cleaner, the mildly abrasive liquid type. Workied perfectly, so I did the indicator lenses too. They now look like new.
If it's more serious try a paint cutting compound. My friend restored a terrible pair of plastic headlights to new with this. If it's really bad, use fine sandpaper first.
Don't waste your money with JDM marker lights. You'll be disappointed with the light from the 5W bulbs, which aren't any brighter than your existing marker lights. They're push-in festoon bulbs, so bigger ones aren't an option without custom fitting a new bulb holder.
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Another alternative to pulling the fuse (plus you don't have to dig into your instrument cluster.) I've done it this way and love it.
http://rx-7.freehosting.net/lights.htm
I use 1000 grit wet sandpaper (under running water) to clean my FTPs inside and out. Cleans them right up without scratching.
http://rx-7.freehosting.net/lights.htm
I use 1000 grit wet sandpaper (under running water) to clean my FTPs inside and out. Cleans them right up without scratching.
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Originally posted by street-heat7
Don't the JDM ones just have those "city lights" they use over there in them?
Don't the JDM ones just have those "city lights" they use over there in them?