shark racing tail light covers

[Cypher]

http://www.sharkracing.com/acecart/bin/shop.cgi?action=view&itemID=lightcover_1__1&cate=010401000

what is interesting is that you can ask them to buy a set of tail lights and mod them so that you have smoked euro lights! just wanted to give everyone a heads up.

[clarion]

good find, im not going to say anything about that elantra tho

[CTele02]

Dreamka4u sells those "covers" as well. Dreamka4u Smoked Tails (http://dreamka4u.com/m_mall_detail.php?ps_goid=3&ps_goid=3&PHPSESSID=c259f39f2932d7d893cb71fd26dcfd8f)

[Vampyrate]

not that bad of an idea... it would look pretty good with a gold car *at least in my mind it looks okay)... anyway, back to listening to In Flames

[CTele02]

Heres some pics:
http://dreamka4u.com/shop_image/Tail_cover_set.jpg
http://dreamka4u.com/shop_image/black_coated_tail_light_covers_1(2).jpg
http://sharkracing.com/acecart/bin/photo/lightcover_1__1_lightcover1.jpg
http://sharkracing.com/acecart/bin/photo/lightcover_1__1_lightcover2.jpg

(On a side note: What the hell is up with that last XD? Roof Rack, Aluminum Wing, Rear Window Spoiler...)

[Vampyrate]

look in the background and remember what mr. dan said in another post? anything with that "made in china look" is big here

this driver obviously likes to take their bikes with them while racing...

[robs02elantra]

this driver obviously likes to take their bikes with them while racing...

Doesn't everyone??

[Vampyrate]

exactly... i would totally have my bmx in teh backseat with me if 1. i didnt shatter my knee when i was 12 bikiing and 2. if i actually had it

[GodisintheTV]

those tails look so awesome though, it says they make you a set for around $250. Not that bad of a price imo.

[Vampyrate]

meh... being teh poor cheapass college student i am, even the covers themselves seem a bit much... if they set up a gb for a little bit cheaper on here i would def. go for it

[pjc6281]

I wish they had those for the hatch, but are those covers as in you take the red and yellow colored lense off and put that smoked grey one on or is it just a film you put over the original???

[droppedlikewhoa]

i just used the spray on tail light tint and it worked fine, and it was only 9$ a can.

[4mynikka]

I personally would never change my brake lights, It's there so that other drivers can see you, so safety over looks any day, just my two cents.

[BlkElntraDrvr]

holy ****. $9 a can?? where did you get your spray?? I bought this spray that cost me $29.99 it was enough for like 2 lenses. it was hella lame. I bought it from some import store in oakland, ca (bay area). the can was all in japanese....where did you get your spray?? what brand is it?

[Leviathant]

http://dreamka4u.com/shop_image/black_coated_tail_light_covers_1(2).jpg


I'm really sorry, but does that bag in fact say Dong Bang?

[05TidalWave]

How do these go on with the look in the pics where they have the "Altezza" look? Anyone know?

[BlkElntraDrvr]

go to the actual link and it says....basically if you want that look you have to break off your red stock lens and then after youre done breaking them off and everything is nice and cleared you stick those lenses on with the double sided tape that it has along the edges ;)

[Vampyrate]

I'm really sorry, but does that bag in fact say Dong Bang?


i believe it does... good catch

one question i have is how do they look with the brakes engaged, reverse lights on, and turn signals?

[droppedlikewhoa]

holy ****. $9 a can?? where did you get your spray?? I bought this spray that cost me $29.99 it was enough for like 2 lenses. it was hella lame. I bought it from some import store in oakland, ca (bay area). the can was all in japanese....where did you get your spray?? what brand is it?
I bought it at a speed shop 2 town away from me and its called "night shade". one can did both my tail lights, im sure you can order it online if you searched.

[Vampyrate]

stupid question, but one nonetheless is the product called nightshade or is that the company's name as well?

[droppedlikewhoa]

stupid question, but one nonetheless is the product called nightshade or is that the company's name as well?
I dont remember the brand, so i cant help you on finding the one I bought for 9$ a can but maybe this link will help you.

http://www.pitstopusa.com/detail.aspx?ID=50412

[Vampyrate]

sweet, thanks a lot

[Jlivan]

I can't see the lights b/c the spoiler is burning my eyes.

[droppedlikewhoa]

I can't see the lights b/c the spoiler is burning my eyes.
haha yea that spoiler is a mess, well honsestly most of that elantra is a mess.

[ArunSenior04]

Those loook nice on that Silver Car.

[SuperGLS]

Like mentioned, the covers themselves have been available for some time now, in fact I've had a set for probably over two years. I like that they are offering to do it for you though, in fact, I might just go for these. I have the covers and an extra set of lights, but I've been too lazy to do this for a long time. I'm only worried about the quality of them once they put them together (matching edges, waterproof, etc).

Hmm. Thanks for the post Cypher.

[Cypher]

yup no problem... they said they do it for you and basically when they are done they look like the euro lights for the tib but smoked so i thought HEY maybe someone might be interested in it since we don't have many options for lights. and i know many people would be wary about busting their own tail lights!

[droppedlikewhoa]

how do we know that the seals will be like stock? all it takes in one little piece with no seal and water will get in them and they will fog up.

[SuperGLS]

Busting up the lights isn't the hard part, haha (well, if you have another set).

Whoa, that's what I'm saying too, although it would be easy to add some sealant if needed. Still, it's a risk the first person to get them has to take. Then if the quality seems to be up to our standards I'm sure others would be willing to buy them as well.

[05TidalWave]

How much would the tails cost if someone could find'em at a junk yard? Maybe we all pitch in a little and help with the test run...

[droppedlikewhoa]

Call "all hyundai and isuzu recyling" there prices are great, i bought a few things from them for my car. heres there number and hours there open.

toll free 888-944-7898 Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Pacific Time

[JuMpMaN6235]

go to the actual link and it says....basically if you want that look you have to break off your red stock lens and then after youre done breaking them off and everything is nice and cleared you stick those lenses on with the double sided tape that it has along the edges ;)

not that easy..
1) the stock plastic u need to break is pretty thick in some spots and its pretty hard to get the edge plastic off because of the adhesive used, plus u need to be careful u dont actually damage the chrome looking plastic under
2) after done breaking, need to sand it all down to make it even
3) Need to trim the clear covers in order to make them fit properly
4) cant just use double sided tape, unless you want water/moisture/fogging in your tails, need to use a decent glue/sealant and also a 2nd type of security closure
5) Need to covert to LED's, these can be pretty expensive... Plus when using the actual brake light, u need to find a way to intensify the light when braking rather than just when your lights are on, best method is buying seperate 10mm LEDS, then just make a pattern on ur tails drill, then seal it in

[Estopatitiana]

i have a pair of these i bought from godsinthetv for 40 bucks, ill probably end up doing the mod

[SuperGLS]

You can find tails on eBay for pretty cheap. Or follow Mikes suggesting (search).

[03SilverBullet]

not that easy..
1) the stock plastic u need to break is pretty thick in some spots and its pretty hard to get the edge plastic off because of the adhesive used, plus u need to be careful u dont actually damage the chrome looking plastic under
2) after done breaking, need to sand it all down to make it even
3) Need to trim the clear covers in order to make them fit properly
4) cant just use double sided tape, unless you want water/moisture/fogging in your tails, need to use a decent glue/sealant and also a 2nd type of security closure
5) Need to covert to LED's, these can be pretty expensive... Plus when using the actual brake light, u need to find a way to intensify the light when braking rather than just when your lights are on, best method is buying seperate 10mm LEDS, then just make a pattern on ur tails drill, then seal it in
why do u need to convert to LEDS? thats just a option if you want it to look better.

[SuperGLS]

I think he suggested that because the stock bulbs can be not quite bright enough in some cases, but a bunch of LEDs will be better (and look cooler perhaps).

[03SilverBullet]

Question.. Does anyone have these and they just put them over there taillights and didnt crack the red lens off? and if so how strong is the double sided tape? and will it over lap the red lens or "pop up" cuz the tape?

[SuperGLS]

Question.. Does anyone have these and they just put them over there taillights and didnt crack the red lens off? and if so how strong is the double sided tape? and will it over lap the red lens or "pop up" cuz the tape?

Ilan had them on his XD. So did a former member Luckydvl. The pics are here somewhere.

http://www.elantraxd.com/forums/showthread.php?t=26

Right there in that stickied thread...

[03SilverBullet]

they look good over the red lens, but do they sit perfect over them?

[05TidalWave]

Blah! They just look better with the color lenses removed.

[pjc6281]

Blah! They just look better with the color lenses removed.

yup, im with him

[03SilverBullet]

yea but the stock lens are such a PITA to get off.

[03SilverBullet]

Dreamka4u sells those "covers" as well. Dreamka4u Smoked Tails (http://dreamka4u.com/m_mall_detail.php?ps_goid=3&ps_goid=3&PHPSESSID=c259f39f2932d7d893cb71fd26dcfd8f)
are the ones from dreamka4u the same as the ones from sharkracing?? they both come with double sided tape right??

[Pantro05XD]

they look the same as the ones that Dreamka4u sells, and they are $4.00 cheaper. although when I bought mine they cost $50.00 shipped at Dreamka4u.

[03SilverBullet]

they look the same as the ones that Dreamka4u sells, and they are $4.00 cheaper. although when I bought mine they cost $50.00 shipped at Dreamka4u.
yea there the same

[Vampyrate]

would mounting these inside the light be any difficulty? or would it just cause a weird effect, could someone please find pics of them doing this or of anyone? i cant seem to find the process at all

[cbehage]

I have these on my car.

You have to heat the assembly in the oven.

Then pry, not break, the stock lense of.

Do not only use the tape. it is just for putting it over your stock lense. (falls off anyway.)

Use a bead of clear windshield sealant all around the light assembly.

Put rubber bands or clamps to hold in place untill dry.

They are covers so therefore are bigger than the stock lense. Make sure they are centered well or they will not fit when reinstalling in your car.

You want to make sure these are air tight or they will collect dirt and moisture.

I would never pay that much for some dumb *** at SR to do it for you. it is simple. I suggest buying a extra set of tails from ebay to work on.

[Vampyrate]

thanks for the input cbehage... really helps me in my "quest"

[03SilverBullet]

I have these on my car.

I would never pay that much for some dumb *** at SR to do it for you. it is simple. I suggest buying a extra set of tails from ebay to work on.

I agree with that 100%.

[Vampyrate]

i plan on doing it myself, its just that i cant find any "tutorials"/after photos of doing it. I know that someone on there used a spray on tint to black out his tails, but i dont remember what it was called

[SuperGLS]

You couldn't put them inside the light at all, you'd have to do a bunch of cutting work, plus, they wouldn't look darkened, kind of defeated the point.

The spray on tint is called Nite Shades. My newly acquired tails are tinted with Niteshades.

[Vampyrate]

thanks super... thats what it was, i couldnt for the life of me find where i read that

[ArunSenior04]

Just going through some past threads. This doesnt seem like a bad idea to do. I think it looks awesome on the silver car. The only issue I could see with these is with the cops. Do you think we would get pulled over for having clear tailinghts? Im ather unsure Ive seen some new Lexus RX330s around here with clear taillights.

[Vampyrate]

well, if they sell them like that from the dealer, there shouldnt be a problem with it. i see cars around here all the time (especially trucks here on campus) and there is no problem that i see with them

[korai9989]

it might be recommended that you find red taillight bulbs, because it's a bit of a safety hazzard if someone at night sees lights and not 'brake lights' they might panic, or worse, not stop when you do, haha. It would also look weird with the third brakelight...

[Vampyrate]

well, if you just niteshade em, they show up stock color with no tint in them at all... we did it to one of my fraternity brother's car (focus svt) and they look hot

[korai9989]

i would do the clear tails myself, but i want to paint my car black, and i think the red tails i have will look good with that.

^oh, ok

[ArunSenior04]

Couldnt I just get red bulbs?

O wait, I see you put that LOL. I think it should work fine as long as I get the right color bulbs. The Lexus RX330 comes from the factory with the same thing, clear lights.

[korai9989]

it might be recommended that you find red taillight bulbs
I actually suggested that, haha.

[Estopatitiana]

I personally would never change my brake lights, It's there so that other drivers can see you, so safety over looks any day, just my two cents.


thats why i got red bulbs..bright as day..everyone sees it

[Vampyrate]

ive gotten complaints from anyone that has driven in front of or behind me about my white turn signals... they are just OEM white bulb replacements from the autoparts store lol

[korai9989]

well, white is one of the legal colors for turn signals... i think they are amber/yellow, red, and white

[CornbreadXD]

Cbehage would you consider doing this mod for other members if they supplied you with the goods? fo a fee less than SR of course, since you have experience doing this? I was thinkin about doing it too but i don't have good luck when it comes to head/tail lights.

[Vampyrate]

well, white is one of the legal colors for turn signals... i think they are amber/yellow, red, and white
In VA the legal colors are:
Front- Yellow(Older Cars), Amber, White
Rear- Yellow (Older Cars), Amber, White, Red