smokyis350

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I have a couple questions. I am about to install my HID fog 3000k fog lights tomorrow that I bought. It is brand: xentec. It comes with ballast, bulb, connector but it doesn't include the connector to the battery. I will be following the installation on passnu DIY.

1. Just wondering, where do I mount the ballast to? How do I zip tie the ballast inside the fender liner? How do I connect the connector from the fog light ballast to the car?

2. Also, I will be painting my calipers black with white stickers already purchased but wondering is it OK to paint the circle thing as you see in the picture below:


3. Since my car is only 1 month old. Do i really need a wire brush to clean my brakes? I have brake cleaner that came with my kit though.

4. How do I install the rear caliper sticker? The rear brake caliper look so small.. where do I place it at?

5. Will I need to leave my car on jack stands over night for the paint to fully dry (which some people say it needs) or can I just wait couple hours?

Thanks

CAIFAN_64

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what kit did u use??

llamaboiz

ok since i recently did my brake calipers and its fresh in my mind let me give you some tips:

MOST IMPORTANT: its all in the preparation. you need 2 cans of brake cleaner, one bought/one from the kit, save the kit one for the rear brakes since the one you bought is most likely in a bigger can, spray the cleaner and brush with a wire brush (i used a brass type) and clean it good, spray again to rinse off the excess and let it dry, then use a damp towel to wipe the brakes AGAIN, you'll see how dirty it is even after using brake cleaner/brush. let it dry.

Masking, do a good job here (is all i can say)

Painting: DO NOT use the brush with the kit, go to a hobby store and buy a REAL camel hair brush with a flat bottom, shake the can well before you open it, for your first coat go lightly DO NOT layer it on, even thou it not 'covered' its just the first coat, let it dry for a hr or 2, then go with the 2nd coat and do a good job, let it dry 2-3hrs, put the rims back on carefully and let the car sit for a full 24hr day before you go driving around.

you can apply the sticker before you put the rims back on, the paint should be dry. as for rear brakes sticker... hahah forget it, theres no place to put it

OH YEA, you CAN paint your hub if you want, i didnt... but i might for the NEXT show so at least something will be different

2slow

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I didn't use the brush given either. I used my little cousin's paint brush..HAHA

Are you installing the HID fogs by yourself?

CAIFAN_64

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passnu2

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Hope that helps you out! Have fun!

here are my pics if it helps...

Brian231

As Mike posted above, the 350 has larger nicer calipers that are non porous on the outside that aid in the sticker application. It is amazing how a simple mod makes the car look so much better IMO. The sticker set really makes the calipers stand out as well.

gizbx4

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does the black stay clean? or does it look crappy a short time after a wash? im debating on which color i want to do them, black or SGM.

Brian231

The duplicolor kits really hold up well and do not fade. You can always do some touch-up work because there is plenty of paint.

iSuxeL

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If you dont have the wire going to the battery, that means you dont have it in that kit.

NOVAGFC350

Looks good, didnt mean to hijack your post- I apologized. Where can i get this kit online? Also, where did you guys get the Lexus stickers for the brake calipers?

passnu2

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The kit you can get online or at your local auto store. Its called Duplicolor.

read this thread and you will see the ones I have and also another style from another member. You have choices. Just read threw the 4 or 5 pages and the info is in the thread

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/sho...liper+stickers

smokyis350

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Ok got a few question. I painted my caliper last night. It seem like the 08 is350 is dark grey so i painted it black it didnt seem to be a dramatic difference. I only painted it 1 layer for now and i pop on my wheels because i have no time. But the first layer seems pretty nice. Looks good. Not sure if i need second coat.

Also, i tried taking out the fender liner. It seems like it has 2 flat head clip. I cant get it out because i dont want to break it. My last car stupid clips cost 10 each. But anyone know how to take it out? Thanks

passnu2

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yes there is 2 and they just turn half way then pop out. you have to pull them all the way out then you can pop the fender liner out. I was surprised mine did not break. I am not sure if we had pics but you can check the DIY Fog install i posted to see if there are pics of it?? I cant recall if that was in there.

2slow

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You need help? I can come by if you want. Pm me