SC430 - 2nd Gen (2001-2010)

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Old 01-23-18 | 02:31 PM
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Thanks for all the comments and feedback. You/I could do any color that is available in any EL (electroluminescent) wire color (check Ebay for all the colors). I tested with these two colors specifically bc currently my calipers are red and the red EL wire, looked more pink. Orange was a good match for the moment until I switch my calipers color to a powedercoated reflective teal blue color. My future plan for my SC430 is the blue/white Tron Legacy Light Runner theme. But I finalized the emblem by closing the outer edge that was allowing light to pass with black silicone. End result looks great and I can easily change colors in the future for the Tron Legacy Upgrade
Now I just have to run a 12v wire off my preexisting fog light connection (which is already present bc of my DIY turn signal door handles and DIY puddle lights in the mirrors).
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So here's the finished badge I like it. Subtle and classy. Car is dirty. We're getting snow here in Chicago.
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Great job Shawn , it looks good.
Old 02-08-18 | 11:02 PM
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....I don't see any other lights on, so how do you have it wired ?
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....I don't see any other lights on, so how do you have it wired ?
I put an "add-a-fuse" to the IGNIT fuse in the fusebox under the hood on driver's side. I thought about doing it to headlight or fog light, but I wanted to have the ability to illuminate in complete darkness. Really gives it that "monster in the dark" look.
Old 02-20-18 | 07:30 PM
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I think the white outline of the "L" might look kinda cool on the clear wind deflector. Especially at night.
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Originally Posted by rpjense
I think the white outline of the "L" might look kinda cool on the clear wind deflector. Especially at night.
already did it. https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sc4...deflector.html

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Old 02-22-18 | 05:52 AM
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Hi Shawn, I like the color, matches the Door Jam Lights~~

Noticed the Ice and Salt, I have never drove my car in Snow, How does the SC roll in that type of weather?

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Originally Posted by hoffy5
Hi Shawn, I like the color, matches the Door Jam Lights~~

Noticed the Ice and Salt, I have never drove my car in Snow, How does the SC roll in that type of weather?

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I drove mine once in snow spun out almost crashed decided then and there its a garage car in winter. If I cant put the top down I don't drive the car
Old 02-22-18 | 07:41 AM
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Hi Mrblister, Got it, I thought it would probably not go well in the Snow! I am in NC, got caught twice with my BMW Z4 in light Snow, not fun!

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Originally Posted by hoffy5
Hi Shawn, I like the color, matches the Door Jam Lights~~

Noticed the Ice and Salt, I have never drove my car in Snow, How does the SC roll in that type of weather?

Thanks!
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Def not great in the snow, but it is my daily so I have no other choice. I'm using all season tires, and when I moved up to Chicago I was using the OEM runflats. Totally awful. I had to ditch the car twice after accum of like 5 inches.Then I scored some free Blizzak Runflats which totally changed the drive. I was gripping like crazy. Bad side, some shotty tire shop that installed them wrecked my TRD chrome rims. Now I have a dedicated set of winter rims and summer rims, both running All Season tires. I did ok this year with the snow. No spin outs, no accidents. I do put on the SNOW mode and it keeps me in good control but it all comes down to tire condition (and salting), I feel. Anyway, hopefully snow season is over for Illinois/Indiana. Fingers crossed.
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Originally Posted by ShawnOk
So here's the finished badge I like it. Subtle and classy. Car is dirty. We're getting snow here in Chicago.
Hi Shawn,

I know this is an old thread but man, that looks amazing and I wanna try it. when removing the emblem did you feel there was a risk of breaking it? Also what kinda glue did you use for the permanent job?

TIA
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Hi Shawn,

I know this is an old thread but man, that looks amazing and I wanna try it. when removing the emblem did you feel there was a risk of breaking it? Also what kinda glue did you use for the permanent job?

TIA
I am actually willing to sell my first two attempts. One is red/orange. One us Blue. I can post photos soon. I went with a bright white LED emblem.
Old 03-14-19 | 01:54 PM
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Originally Posted by ShawnOk
I am actually willing to sell my first two attempts. One is red/orange. One us Blue. I can post photos soon. I went with a bright white LED emblem.

Like the one on ebay or did you make your own? I was thinking of trying your method with a white el wire or go with the ebay one. Id def do white too so its similar to other lights in the front
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