Replace RX License Plate Lightbulb to Look like the GS?
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Replace RX License Plate Lightbulb to Look like the GS?
I know this is detail, but I feel this is noticeable. Does anyone know how to change the license plate bulb on the RX to match the Xenon-look bulb that the new GS have? The dome lights are also this Xenon-blue(ish) bulb (The new IS also has this color for license and dome lights). I am assuming its the bulb and not the light-cover (clear plastic piece).
Also, Does anyone know how to make the amber rear-blinker lights red? This is not illegal...since the law only states that yellow must be seen somewhere on the car from side angle view. This can be seen by the front corner/side amber light and reflector. I've attached a picture of this below.
The reason why I would like to make the blinker Red...with the clear tailight with red LED brake lights (including upper center-trunk), I would like to keep everything Red.
An example: the New Acura TL...red LED tailights/ and regular blinker bulbs.
This isnt a huge deal, but thought I would ask. would be nice-to-have.
Ideally, I would also like to make the lower markers in the lower rear bumper clear with red bulbs - Im not sure if this would make it illegal since the reflectors are red. The good thing is these markers actually have bulbs, so having red bulbs would keep them legal...only when the car is off at night, there is supposed to be some kind of reflector...I am not sure if you are allowed to have a "clear-colored" reflector - I guess it would look like a flourescent ceiling light cover with a mirror behind it - so light would reflect back...with the same color that is pointed at it with a hint of the color of the bulb I suppose
Also, Does anyone know how to make the amber rear-blinker lights red? This is not illegal...since the law only states that yellow must be seen somewhere on the car from side angle view. This can be seen by the front corner/side amber light and reflector. I've attached a picture of this below.
The reason why I would like to make the blinker Red...with the clear tailight with red LED brake lights (including upper center-trunk), I would like to keep everything Red.
An example: the New Acura TL...red LED tailights/ and regular blinker bulbs.
This isnt a huge deal, but thought I would ask. would be nice-to-have.
Ideally, I would also like to make the lower markers in the lower rear bumper clear with red bulbs - Im not sure if this would make it illegal since the reflectors are red. The good thing is these markers actually have bulbs, so having red bulbs would keep them legal...only when the car is off at night, there is supposed to be some kind of reflector...I am not sure if you are allowed to have a "clear-colored" reflector - I guess it would look like a flourescent ceiling light cover with a mirror behind it - so light would reflect back...with the same color that is pointed at it with a hint of the color of the bulb I suppose
08-31-06, 06:32 AM
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Please tell me if I understand you right. You want the red rear turn signal instead of the amber, right? Isn't the red light bulb all you need?
Here is the lamp replacement guide:
Front & Rear turn signal = 992
License plate = 2825
Back up = 921
Here is the lamp replacement guide:
Front & Rear turn signal = 992
License plate = 2825
Back up = 921
08-31-06, 07:43 AM
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Illegal In Illinois
In the attached picture, you highlighted the front indicators. If you are proposing to change these to red, I'm not sure about the laws in Virginia, but in Illinois this would be illegal.
The restriction is:
RED LIGHTS: Red lights visible from the front are prohibited. This does not apply to police or emergency vehicles.
The restriction is:
RED LIGHTS: Red lights visible from the front are prohibited. This does not apply to police or emergency vehicles.
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08-31-06, 07:49 AM
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In the front, I've tried changing the DRLs to hyper-white, but all the ones I've tried do not change the hue much at all, unless I go REALLY yellow. Same with ehe fog-lights. So for now, I've only changed the small parking lights to hyper-white/blue. subtle change of look.
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im also interested in getting license plate bulbs tat look like GS, but alas, i have tried a few aftermarket white leds, but the effect is no where near it
is there any specific part number for it, where we can buy directly from lexus?
is there any specific part number for it, where we can buy directly from lexus?
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08-31-06, 07:58 AM
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I understand now. I, too, will probably change the fog lights to yellow at some point to make them more useful as fog lights. From previous discussions around changing these on models with the headlight washers, it appears to be a somewhat involved process. Bummer.
08-31-06, 08:47 AM
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Vinnyraj - That was easy. Again the rear turn signals are 992. You will have to find a red 992 bulb in replace of the amber one. So you will see everything red in the tail. IMO, having a red rear turn signal has domestic look.
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Thanks. I will do a search for a red 992 bulb. I;m not sure exactly what you mean when you say domestic look...
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Do you want the LED red bulbs for the rear turn signals? This is what I found. http://autolumination.com/7443_7440.htm The stock is 992, but they told the 7440 is the cross reference. They have the LEDs as well as the regular.
I meant it looks too domestic like those GM or Chevy cars with red tail lights, stop lights and turn signals.
I meant it looks too domestic like those GM or Chevy cars with red tail lights, stop lights and turn signals.
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Do you want the LED red bulbs for the rear turn signals? This is what I found. http://autolumination.com/7443_7440.htm The stock is 992, but they told the 7440 is the cross reference. They have the LEDs as well as the regular.
I meant it looks too domestic like those GM or Chevy cars with red tail lights, stop lights and turn signals.
I meant it looks too domestic like those GM or Chevy cars with red tail lights, stop lights and turn signals.
Are you sure these do not require wire / wattage specifications for LEDs? If not, Im going to order amber LEDS for the front turn signals and probably Red LEDs for the rear (maybe amber - now you have me thinking about whether I should stay with the amber).
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08-31-06, 01:34 PM
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Vin - I sent them emails about this. They said it is plug and play. No hurt to call or email them before ordering. The 15 LED bulb is cool. But some bulb (or LEDs) are clear when it is not turn on. I think you want red when they are not turn on. Ask them.
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Yeah, I'll call them...Need more info about the different bulbs...they have a lot of different types. Dual circuit, single circuit, Matrix II Led, chrome-dome, etc.
Not sure which ones I should get.
Not sure which ones I should get.