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Old 08-31-10, 09:47 AM
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I posted this in my regional section so I figured I post it here too. Greetings all. I just picked up an '02 ES300 with only 65,000 miles for my new DD. I have a pretty heavily modded G35 that's my weekend/show/cruising car and my other DD was smashed a few weeks ago when an idiot decided to make a U turn in front of me. I've always been a huge fan of Lexus quality so since I needed a new DD, this was a great excuse to pick one up. One thing I'm wanting to do a change out the headlights for projectors. Can any one refer me to a good source? Here's some pics of the new ride.









Here's a few pics of the G35












So there ya have it. Any advice on where to pick up projectors would be appreciated. Thanks!
Old 08-31-10, 01:55 PM
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Get the OE 2005-2006 projectors. In my 02, It had the halogen reflector headlights. I bought damaged HID 02 reflector housings, and retro'ed the HID Reflectors into the halogen housings.
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Welcome to CL man. Its nice having a small debate with you in the Detailing section
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Originally Posted by eyezack87
Welcome to CL man. Its nice having a small debate with you in the Detailing section
Haha, thanks man.
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dude I'm thinking of buying a 2003 G35 (Sedan), how reliable are they? I heard the breaks are unreliable in the 03 models.
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Originally Posted by IamLexus
dude I'm thinking of buying a 2003 G35 (Sedan), how reliable are they? I heard the breaks are unreliable in the 03 models.
I've never heard anything about issues with brakes to be honest. Solid cars and lots of fun.
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Nice & clean.

For headlights, you can't beat OEM. I am finding OEM used ones from those online-wrecking yards on eBay for about 150-200$/side...

Best bet is to buy some from a salvage yard. The previous gen. 97-01 headlights seem to be pricier LOL!
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