Got mine installed, but ran into a small problem. If you are doing the ribbed side markers, here is what I suggest. First I tried Danyel's way by using a box cutter and then a little heat to separate the backing from the lens, but they would not come apart. Then I went to Tony's way and cut an opening to one side where the lightbulb was installed on a yellow-ribbed side marker. With access I found that there is not enough room to slide the LED into the side marker. I had to remove (cut) the entire back from the side marker.
Now you can place the LEDs on the backing plate.
You will find that when you go to glue the backing plate onto the lens it will not seat back in its original place, but it comes close. I used a piece of masking tape on both ends to hold the 2 pieces together tightly. Then I used the fast setting JB Weld to glue it together. When I cut the red-ribbed side marker open I found there is a little more room between the backing plate and the lens. I think it was easier for me to just remove the whole backing plate for LED installation. They look great.
Jack
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Thank you very much for the write up ... you are correct when saying there is LIMITED spacing with the ribbed markers .. I always worked with new TFS markers ...but didnt realize they were impossible to slide in doing it Tony Kania's method .... I really appreciate your feedback on how to resolve this issue ...
thank you again regards
Danyel Positive Feedback and positive rating given
This is not only an upgrade in appearance, but an upgrade in safety. There is a world of difference, and a set should be sold to everyone on this list. I'm going to talk with my club about a group purchase.
If you recall, the post office lost the LED kit I ordered and you were going to send a replacement. Let me know when you have a tracking number for it. Thanks!
If you recall, the post office lost the LED kit I ordered and you were going to send a replacement. Let me know when you have a tracking number for it. Thanks!
All those who received their kits.. please let me know so I can give feedback.. THX again to all ... I have 1 set remaining before the next batch in december
Danyel
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Oct 25th, 2012
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Posts: 156 From: Metro Detroit, MI Registered: May 2009
Thank you for participating at the 3rd Annual Tyler Shipman's Memorial Car Show !
Safety is important...... the kit really helps to be seen.
