ebay projector lights
01-05-17, 06:11 PM
#1
ebay projector lights
looking to buy some projector lights from eBay. Has anyone dealt with seller "nyc-retro-guru".
here is the link to the listing for the custom projector lights he sells.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lexus-GS-300-400-1998-2005-Custom-Headlights-With-Infiniti-Q45-Projectors-/221774813422?
here is the link to the listing for the custom projector lights he sells.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lexus-GS-300-400-1998-2005-Custom-Headlights-With-Infiniti-Q45-Projectors-/221774813422?
01-05-17, 07:18 PM
#2
Pole Position
Have been away for a while but wow....can't believe they actual sell retrofits on ebay!
As a former HID retrofitter on here I always caution end users to deal with actual members of this site.
I used to warranty my work for a period of time in case anything went wrong.
Not sure how buying it via auction would benefit you if you run into any problems.
With that being said, I'd search the seller's username on here (and or hidplanet) and see if they're an active member.
If so, I'd ask whatever questions necessary before purchasing then proceed once you felt comfortable
As a former HID retrofitter on here I always caution end users to deal with actual members of this site.
I used to warranty my work for a period of time in case anything went wrong.
Not sure how buying it via auction would benefit you if you run into any problems.
With that being said, I'd search the seller's username on here (and or hidplanet) and see if they're an active member.
If so, I'd ask whatever questions necessary before purchasing then proceed once you felt comfortable
01-05-17, 07:29 PM
#3
Have been away for a while but wow....can't believe they actual sell retrofits on ebay!
As a former HID retrofitter on here I always caution end users to deal with actual members of this site.
I used to warranty my work for a period of time in case anything went wrong.
Not sure how buying it via auction would benefit you if you run into any problems.
With that being said, I'd search the seller's username on here (and or hidplanet) and see if they're an active member.
If so, I'd ask whatever questions necessary before purchasing then proceed once you felt comfortable
As a former HID retrofitter on here I always caution end users to deal with actual members of this site.
I used to warranty my work for a period of time in case anything went wrong.
Not sure how buying it via auction would benefit you if you run into any problems.
With that being said, I'd search the seller's username on here (and or hidplanet) and see if they're an active member.
If so, I'd ask whatever questions necessary before purchasing then proceed once you felt comfortable
thanks for the tips man.
I only recently started looking into retros but there doesn't seem to be many around here any more. or at least not now
do you guys know of anyone else on here that does retros or is selling some?
I did look into luxuarymods but they were very expensive. 450 for labor plus all parts. I imagine that's an easy 1200 for everything. A little too much for headlights I think (or for me at least).
thanks guys.
01-05-17, 08:02 PM
#4
I'm willing to bet he's buying brand new NON oem housings and retrofitting them. If having OEM housings is something you want, you might want to ask if they're OEM. Reason I think he's doing that is because he only offers these retros for NON HID GS's and he mentions he can make them to fit the auto-levelers. Also, the clear lens's dont have the same sheen as OEM's have, they're more of a cheaper looking transparent plastic like a polymethyl methacrylate rather than a polycarbonate.
Not a huge deal, but some rather use all OEM stuff. I think its a great idea though on his part, it costs the same for brand new non oem housings as it is for used ones, brand new looking housings are easier to sell for such a high price, great margin of profit.
Not a huge deal, but some rather use all OEM stuff. I think its a great idea though on his part, it costs the same for brand new non oem housings as it is for used ones, brand new looking housings are easier to sell for such a high price, great margin of profit.
01-05-17, 08:06 PM
#5
Pole Position
thanks for the tips man.
I only recently started looking into retros but there doesn't seem to be many around here any more. or at least not now
do you guys know of anyone else on here that does retros or is selling some?
I did look into luxuarymods but they were very expensive. 450 for labor plus all parts. I imagine that's an easy 1200 for everything. A little too much for headlights I think (or for me at least).
thanks guys.
I only recently started looking into retros but there doesn't seem to be many around here any more. or at least not now
do you guys know of anyone else on here that does retros or is selling some?
I did look into luxuarymods but they were very expensive. 450 for labor plus all parts. I imagine that's an easy 1200 for everything. A little too much for headlights I think (or for me at least).
thanks guys.
Check the lighting section and post a request there.
I'm sure you'll find some reasonable people who may do it.
That's where I used to hang out back in the day!
You could also attempt to do it yourself and save $$$ for other mods.
GS headlamps are more simpler and forgiving for a beginner vs some other cars
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01-05-17, 09:19 PM
#6
Have been away for a while but wow....can't believe they actual sell retrofits on ebay!
As a former HID retrofitter on here I always caution end users to deal with actual members of this site.
I used to warranty my work for a period of time in case anything went wrong.
Not sure how buying it via auction would benefit you if you run into any problems.
With that being said, I'd search the seller's username on here (and or hidplanet) and see if they're an active member.
If so, I'd ask whatever questions necessary before purchasing then proceed once you felt comfortable
As a former HID retrofitter on here I always caution end users to deal with actual members of this site.
I used to warranty my work for a period of time in case anything went wrong.
Not sure how buying it via auction would benefit you if you run into any problems.
With that being said, I'd search the seller's username on here (and or hidplanet) and see if they're an active member.
If so, I'd ask whatever questions necessary before purchasing then proceed once you felt comfortable
I'm willing to bet he's buying brand new NON oem housings and retrofitting them. If having OEM housings is something you want, you might want to ask if they're OEM. Reason I think he's doing that is because he only offers these retros for NON HID GS's and he mentions he can make them to fit the auto-levelers. Also, the clear lens's dont have the same sheen as OEM's have, they're more of a cheaper looking transparent plastic like a polymethyl methacrylate rather than a polycarbonate.
Not a huge deal, but some rather use all OEM stuff. I think its a great idea though on his part, it costs the same for brand new non oem housings as it is for used ones, brand new looking housings are easier to sell for such a high price, great margin of profit.
Not a huge deal, but some rather use all OEM stuff. I think its a great idea though on his part, it costs the same for brand new non oem housings as it is for used ones, brand new looking housings are easier to sell for such a high price, great margin of profit.
I did ask him about the headlights. He uses both! You can choose new aftermarket headlights or used OEM ones which he says he does polish up and get them looking clean. I mentioned to him that i'm looking to replace some foggy ones so that i'm looking to get something cleaner. He said he would send me pics before he did the project so I can see what I'd be getting. He sent me a picture he had of quite a few headlights he has to work with.
Any thoughts if aftermarkets are really that much different than OEM? That's a tough call for me.
01-05-17, 09:28 PM
#7
Off hand I don't.
Check the lighting section and post a request there.
I'm sure you'll find some reasonable people who may do it.
That's where I used to hang out back in the day!
You could also attempt to do it yourself and save $$$ for other mods.
GS headlamps are more simpler and forgiving for a beginner vs some other cars
Check the lighting section and post a request there.
I'm sure you'll find some reasonable people who may do it.
That's where I used to hang out back in the day!
You could also attempt to do it yourself and save $$$ for other mods.
GS headlamps are more simpler and forgiving for a beginner vs some other cars
I was definitely hoping to deal with someone on CL but couldn't find any for sale.
I'll try to post right now. I'd feel much safer.
I did think about doing the mod myself but I'm a little iffy on this one lol.
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01-06-17, 02:33 AM
#8
Its MY opinion, but I personally see a difference between oem and non oem. But my eye is pretty keen on certain things. The quality I believe is the same, which is probably more important. As for looks, it just has a weird cheap look to it which IMO you can tell that 'something just doesnt look right'. The chrome texture is slightly different and as said, the clear lens is (kinda funny saying it) TOO clear LoL
If you want to deal with a CL'er, most likely I'll be parting my car completely out by the end of the year. I cant say when, but I will be. I'd be selling my headlights for a very stupid ridiculous, here have them for free price LoL but only because they'll be needing some fixing (if the minor issues are really a matter). They look brand new, but tabs are broken a few alignment problems, but they look brand new and function perfectly fine... So something to think of if you're willing to wait.
If you want to deal with a CL'er, most likely I'll be parting my car completely out by the end of the year. I cant say when, but I will be. I'd be selling my headlights for a very stupid ridiculous, here have them for free price LoL but only because they'll be needing some fixing (if the minor issues are really a matter). They look brand new, but tabs are broken a few alignment problems, but they look brand new and function perfectly fine... So something to think of if you're willing to wait.
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01-07-17, 01:47 PM
#11
Its MY opinion, but I personally see a difference between oem and non oem. But my eye is pretty keen on certain things. The quality I believe is the same, which is probably more important. As for looks, it just has a weird cheap look to it which IMO you can tell that 'something just doesnt look right'. The chrome texture is slightly different and as said, the clear lens is (kinda funny saying it) TOO clear LoL
If you want to deal with a CL'er, most likely I'll be parting my car completely out by the end of the year. I cant say when, but I will be. I'd be selling my headlights for a very stupid ridiculous, here have them for free price LoL but only because they'll be needing some fixing (if the minor issues are really a matter). They look brand new, but tabs are broken a few alignment problems, but they look brand new and function perfectly fine... So something to think of if you're willing to wait.
If you want to deal with a CL'er, most likely I'll be parting my car completely out by the end of the year. I cant say when, but I will be. I'd be selling my headlights for a very stupid ridiculous, here have them for free price LoL but only because they'll be needing some fixing (if the minor issues are really a matter). They look brand new, but tabs are broken a few alignment problems, but they look brand new and function perfectly fine... So something to think of if you're willing to wait.
ANY idea when you'll be parting? I guess technically I can wait. Its just that urge that ive been wanting to do this for years lol
ah very important! I did not know this at all. I will definitely be asking. Now that you mention this, I wouldn't doubt if he is offering the JDM ones since his price seems to be so good at least compared to other prices ive seen
01-07-17, 02:08 PM
#12
Nathan, I just re-read your retro DIY. you kind of just got me the guts to do it myself. you made it look pretty simple!!!! too simple if anything lol
I know I can find it elsewhere, but since I already have the thread up. Are the LS projectors better than the Q45s? I really love the look of the q45s lol
I know I can find it elsewhere, but since I already have the thread up. Are the LS projectors better than the Q45s? I really love the look of the q45s lol
01-07-17, 02:13 PM
#13
How nitpicky am I being that I am turned off by the poor grammar? Whether he just does not care to correct or also is using a phone to describe a 900$, modified item, I see that as an issue. You are going to take great care of your work but cannot grammar check your listing?
01-07-17, 06:41 PM
#14
Nathan, I just re-read your retro DIY. you kind of just got me the guts to do it myself. you made it look pretty simple!!!! too simple if anything lol
I know I can find it elsewhere, but since I already have the thread up. Are the LS projectors better than the Q45s? I really love the look of the q45s lol
I know I can find it elsewhere, but since I already have the thread up. Are the LS projectors better than the Q45s? I really love the look of the q45s lol
One thing that practically NOone understands is that ALL projectors have the exact same output in lighting. The difference between all the projectors is how wide the beam extends from left to right (the degree of the angle). Obviously its pretty much impossible to get a headlight pointing forward to go anywhere behind it for output, so best width of the beam would be 180*, the LS430 projectors are somewhere around the high 160's due to the shrouds they use which is pretty damn close to perfect. Most other projectors are like this ----> \ / yes that bad like a 60* angle of output, so basically you dont see anything to the sides of your car, just directly in front of you. Its not a huge deal to see straight to the sides since when you're driving high speeds, anything directly to the side of you goes by in a fraction of a second thus no reason to see it, however when driving, its cool to be able to see everything
How nitpicky am I being that I am turned off by the poor grammar? Whether he just does not care to correct or also is using a phone to describe a 900$, modified item, I see that as an issue. You are going to take great care of your work but cannot grammar check your listing?
01-07-17, 07:29 PM
#15
I believe there are others that are better now, however, the last I heard the LS430's are the best and actually the Q's are one of the worst.
One thing that practically NOone understands is that ALL projectors have the exact same output in lighting. The difference between all the projectors is how wide the beam extends from left to right (the degree of the angle). Obviously its pretty much impossible to get a headlight pointing forward to go anywhere behind it for output, so best width of the beam would be 180*, the LS430 projectors are somewhere around the high 160's due to the shrouds they use which is pretty damn close to perfect. Most other projectors are like this ----> \ / yes that bad like a 60* angle of output, so basically you dont see anything to the sides of your car, just directly in front of you. Its not a huge deal to see straight to the sides since when you're driving high speeds, anything directly to the side of you goes by in a fraction of a second thus no reason to see it, however when driving, its cool to be able to see everything
Actually, his grammar is rather well considering English is his second language...
One thing that practically NOone understands is that ALL projectors have the exact same output in lighting. The difference between all the projectors is how wide the beam extends from left to right (the degree of the angle). Obviously its pretty much impossible to get a headlight pointing forward to go anywhere behind it for output, so best width of the beam would be 180*, the LS430 projectors are somewhere around the high 160's due to the shrouds they use which is pretty damn close to perfect. Most other projectors are like this ----> \ / yes that bad like a 60* angle of output, so basically you dont see anything to the sides of your car, just directly in front of you. Its not a huge deal to see straight to the sides since when you're driving high speeds, anything directly to the side of you goes by in a fraction of a second thus no reason to see it, however when driving, its cool to be able to see everything
Actually, his grammar is rather well considering English is his second language...
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