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Clear Tail Light Mod
Compliments of BigTL @ https://acurazine.com
7-3-2009
So, after seeing some members mod their Type S Tails I decided to give a try. I used a set of 04-06 tails and a set of 07-08 base tails. The process is pretty much the same as everyone else, cut the lights, take your time, be careful, take your time, and hope for the best.
Here are some pic of the process. I started with cutting a 06 tail around the sides and top just inside the plastic casing.
These cuts were made using a regular Dremel plastic cutting tool. I've found a thin cut version of the tool that's a little more precise than the regular tool (Sorry for the bad pic - still figuring out my camera).
After removing the difusser and re-assembling the parts I decided to go with the clear-chrome setup. I left the difusser out because I wanted the red to "pop" a little more in the tails. We'll see!
I think they turned out pretty good except for something I noticed on the right tail light!
In the upper left hand corner the plastic is cracked! It must have happened when I tried to remove the original parts. Oh well. For now they will do. I'll have to order another set and redo the right side.
I hope to get these installed on my PMM soon. Since I've had my headlights cleared, the tails should look OK chromed out.
They are modified lights. I don't think the placement of the light will change since the screw connection inside the diffuser has not changed, just the space used for the cuts. This will be filled with Permatex Silicone which is rated for engine use.