bully_worm

Take a look at this damage:



I'm thinking about following this DIY guide here (https://www.evolutionm.net/forums/09...ht-lenses.html) to replace my fog lights.

Are there any other cheap alternatives out there?

Also, I'm looking to replace both bulbs but I'm unsure what is considered a decent brand. Something that is brighter than stock would be nice. (This will actually be my first mod )

Any help and suggestions from you guys would definitely be appreciated.

Maxtor

i fixed mine with the guide its been 5 months still holding up fine i will take a picture when i get home from work and upload it

bully_worm

Sounds good. Looking forward to seeing it. Btw, did you replace both fogs?

Maxtor

Hi i just did the driver side that cracked. I came home to late and the pics came out to dark i will take some better pictures tomorrow
Btw here are the links of the Glass Pieces i used and the clear gasket Silicone

The glass circle:
http://www.warner-criv.com/product.aspx?id=3020-100

making the gasket:

bully_worm

Nice. Thanks man!

PistenBoy

For bulbs, I went Philips Crystal Vision 4300K. If you do get these get the matching headlights and high beams too =D Then you will have a nice crisp white lights =] (UNLESS YOU HAVE HID's)

Maxtor

Here are the images on how mine came out

bully_worm

^Awesome very nice. The link to the glass you posted is 1/8th thickness. The guy who put together the DIY used a 1/4th thickness.

I suppose using either wouldn't matter then.

Maxtor

A little thicker would be better because the glass is flat the oem is round a little so there will be a little gap if you can see it in 2nd pic i posted

bully_worm

Would you mind sharing a link to these? In particular, the matching headlights and high beams?

PistenBoy

They are hard to find anywhere but on ebay and they are not particularly cheap.

BUT have a look at these: (You may be able to find a cheaper supplier)

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Genuine-P...e237b3a&_uhb=1

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Genuine-P...item27d42b536f

and

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/2012-Genu...item2a2ee7c538

Also have a look at some CREE LED parker and number plate lights. A nice white overall look will do you some good. =]

bully_worm

Thanks for the link.

I'm seeing the cree LEDs on amazon going for 45-50s and there a couple that are selling for $15 (such as this one : )

Obviously my wallet says buy the cheaper one but I'm unsure about its authenticity. What are your thoughts?

PistenBoy

Hmmmb... I have the same style of bulb for my reverse lights, but mine are CREE 16W. The light output is heaps better than the stock reverse light, but I don't know how good they will be as foggies, especially the lower power rated ones.

Also going to LED causes problems with the computer, where it thinks there is a fault with the lights when they are not drawing much current. Then you have to add resistors and its just a waste of power and effort.

Can anyone with LED frog lamps share their experience? =D

petro

I've done both of mine (go with a 3 1/2 by 1/4 lens). I just did my second one yesterday and cut my finger for a couple stitches haha. Make sure you use high temp silicone when making your gasket. I upgraded to sylvania high performance bulbs (whiter), but not much difference in terms of output...disappointed.

bully_worm

DId you purchase your glass locally?