Custom API fogs (yes another)
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Here you go guys.
I checked my Mazda6 today and the vents are slightly larger than my ap1.
But i'm sure with a little work you can get these to fit since soo many of you are interested.
So who's going to be the guinea pig?
oh and i don't have fogs on my mazda6 so can't do it, sorry.
I checked my Mazda6 today and the vents are slightly larger than my ap1.
But i'm sure with a little work you can get these to fit since soo many of you are interested.
So who's going to be the guinea pig?
oh and i don't have fogs on my mazda6 so can't do it, sorry.
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Sorry I've been busy with a boost issue on the FD and a bad water-heater in the house.
Here are the critical items you need to be looking out for to start this project.
Navigator Fog Lights made by Pilot Automotive part #NV-1038 WK. Available at Wal Mart, $21.86. The box has an image of an S2000 and a 350Z on it. NOTE: These are low end fogs. After purchase hook one up to a 12V power source and see if the light is satisfactory for your taste. I actually had to center a skewed bulb in mine. If you need something better look for fogs that are 2.5" in diameter or try to adjust the other items to fit your fogs. If you find better fogs of this size, please post in this thread.
Durable cups
Yeah, that's right cups. I searched both Home Depot and Lowe's to find a suitable cone for the fogs but found nothing. While picking up a few things at Kroger I spotted these on an endcap. They were dirt cheap so I gave them a shot and they turned out to be almost perfect. They have a nice taper, so they don't just look like a piece of PVC, have a nice thick lip that gives a finished look, provides a guide for cutting and leaves just enough of a ridge to hold the fogs in. I suggest you search Kroger or maybe Wal Mart for these. Distributed by Top LIne Sources Int'l Minneapolis MN 55401, UPC# 087387319772. I believe they are seasonal since they only come in Easter colors. So far I've only tested these for just over 2 hours of consecutive use against melting and deformation. You may need to do a more extensive test (after the bottom is knocked out). If you find these buy a few extra sets to pass on to other owners, they are very cheap.
This project involves a lot of elbow grease but very little skill. You'll need a miter saw (power not hand), and a plastic cutting blade (200 tooth for plastic and laminates, mine was $10 several years ago and it proves very useful for other projects). A hole saw ($3 Harbor Freight) and a drill to use it.
Other wise just basic tools, paint, glues, sandpaper and supplies, plus: either bondo, spot/glazing putty, liquid plastic or maybe even JB Weld?. It does require you to drill a 2" hole in each faux vent, so I consider this A HIGH RISK MOD. I'll remind you to test the bezels several times before you even think of touching the bumper. No need to molest a perfectly good bumper for a molten hunk of plastic.
Enough for tonight, I'll get to the write up as soon as I get some free time.
Here are the critical items you need to be looking out for to start this project.
Navigator Fog Lights made by Pilot Automotive part #NV-1038 WK. Available at Wal Mart, $21.86. The box has an image of an S2000 and a 350Z on it. NOTE: These are low end fogs. After purchase hook one up to a 12V power source and see if the light is satisfactory for your taste. I actually had to center a skewed bulb in mine. If you need something better look for fogs that are 2.5" in diameter or try to adjust the other items to fit your fogs. If you find better fogs of this size, please post in this thread.
Durable cups
Yeah, that's right cups. I searched both Home Depot and Lowe's to find a suitable cone for the fogs but found nothing. While picking up a few things at Kroger I spotted these on an endcap. They were dirt cheap so I gave them a shot and they turned out to be almost perfect. They have a nice taper, so they don't just look like a piece of PVC, have a nice thick lip that gives a finished look, provides a guide for cutting and leaves just enough of a ridge to hold the fogs in. I suggest you search Kroger or maybe Wal Mart for these. Distributed by Top LIne Sources Int'l Minneapolis MN 55401, UPC# 087387319772. I believe they are seasonal since they only come in Easter colors. So far I've only tested these for just over 2 hours of consecutive use against melting and deformation. You may need to do a more extensive test (after the bottom is knocked out). If you find these buy a few extra sets to pass on to other owners, they are very cheap.
This project involves a lot of elbow grease but very little skill. You'll need a miter saw (power not hand), and a plastic cutting blade (200 tooth for plastic and laminates, mine was $10 several years ago and it proves very useful for other projects). A hole saw ($3 Harbor Freight) and a drill to use it.
Other wise just basic tools, paint, glues, sandpaper and supplies, plus: either bondo, spot/glazing putty, liquid plastic or maybe even JB Weld?. It does require you to drill a 2" hole in each faux vent, so I consider this A HIGH RISK MOD. I'll remind you to test the bezels several times before you even think of touching the bumper. No need to molest a perfectly good bumper for a molten hunk of plastic.
Enough for tonight, I'll get to the write up as soon as I get some free time.
