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sKiLLs
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« on: February 09, 2005, 07:05:10 PM »

Here is an easy to do DIY. With a little time, the right tools, some patience, and the b@lls to do it... You can give your car that "European Look."

In total it took me about 2hrs to do, from start to finish.

Tools needed: Dremel, 10ft of 12- 16 gauge wire, tape, ruler, and marker or pencil.

1.) Measure first then tape up desired area where you will mount your Side Markers. Use the "Cut Out" schematic that comes with Side Markers, so you know where to cut your fender.


2.) I took off my front tires so I could get to and above the plastic wheel well covers if needed. I also took off my front corner lamps in order to run my power wires to my Side Markers from the corner blinkers.


3.) I used my dremel tool and a round cutting bit to make the large hole according to my schematic.


4.) I then used a cutting drill bit to create a small hole for the front hook of my side marker.


5.) When done cutting the holes, I then removed the tape and placed paper and tape around the holes I just created. I lightly sanded the edges of the holes with sand paper and then proceeded to spray primer around, behind, and in the holes to protect them from rusting.


6.) I then removed the tape and cleaned up the painted area. It should look something like this...


7.) I now ran power wire from the corner blinkers to my Side Marker holes.


8.) When done, your ride would look something like this.


Good luck, don't be affraid, and most of all... Have Fun!
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« Reply #1 on: February 10, 2005, 05:00:01 AM »

WOW!

really nice job!
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« Reply #2 on: February 10, 2005, 06:03:18 AM »

Thx A... When your ready, let me know!  :cool:
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« Reply #3 on: February 10, 2005, 05:06:12 PM »

did u splice the power wire so that ur corners still function with the side markers or do they just not run anymore?
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« Reply #4 on: February 10, 2005, 05:46:09 PM »

I spliced into the wires. All four lights, (two corners and two side markers), work accordingly...
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« Reply #5 on: February 10, 2005, 06:46:15 PM »

I was therfor moral support when Nick finished this project. I can tell you that they came out looking GOOD!

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« Reply #6 on: February 10, 2005, 09:14:05 PM »

GREAT DIY NICK!!!! always looking clean as usual.
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« Reply #7 on: February 11, 2005, 02:47:04 AM »

Thx guys. I also posted the link here to give these guys a look.

http://vvt-i.net/forum/showthread.php?t=394
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