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Old Apr 7, 2013 | 01:10 AM
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99 spec turn signal question

Now to convert to the 99 spec signal light, is it just a plug and play? Or will I have to change out the harness too?
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Old Apr 7, 2013 | 06:53 AM
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Converting from 93-spec to 99-spec is NOT plug-n-play. You will need the following converter.

1993-1995 RX-7 Lighting and LED Kits
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Old Apr 7, 2013 | 11:10 AM
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I have a set of the knightsport harness NIB if you need them
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Old Apr 7, 2013 | 10:11 PM
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Thanks guys
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Old Apr 9, 2013 | 03:33 PM
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If you buy replicas then it is plug and play
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Old Apr 9, 2013 | 08:24 PM
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How can you tell they are replicas?
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Old Apr 11, 2013 | 01:15 PM
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"The turn signal lenses are different so replacements must also be purchased. The OEM 1999 lenses are VERY expensive at more than $400 for the pair. Yikes! AND...they will not plug into the 1993-1995 wiring harness. An adapter harness has to be bought for about $80 (more expense) or you could splice in the wires yourself (more work). However, help is on the way. Makoto Auto Trends sells knockoff 1999 JDM style lenses for 1/2 the price of the factory lenses (Part number M-MZ99R7-6839BLX for the smoked version) AND the wiring plugs directly into the 1993-1995 harness - no adapter or wire splicing needed. The only difference in appearence is the OEM lights have a smooth inner housing whereas the knockoffs have an angular inner housing. From 5 feet you can't tell the difference and if you didn't know there was a difference one would swear they were OEM parts. And a nice option is the knockoffs are sold with a clear lens, a smoked lens, or clear lens with a clear housing (vs black). I chose the black housing with the smoked lens. "

From here:

Triple-R: Rotary Extreme 1999 OEM Style Front Bumper Install

A good gauge for replicas are price, vendor, and ebay. I have replicas on my car and I am perfectly happy with them.
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Old Apr 12, 2013 | 09:53 AM
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Or you can do them yourself for a mere $50, heat gun, spray paint and painter's tape. IMO it's not worth buying OEM 99 spec tail lights when you can do them yourself.
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Old Apr 12, 2013 | 11:27 AM
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I believe the op was referring to the front turn signals and not the tailights.
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Old Apr 21, 2013 | 10:50 PM
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Thanx for the info montego
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