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Old 04-21-12, 02:02 PM
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So sorry. Went out for some errands, just got back. Photo attached. Taken just 2 mins ago.


Old 04-21-12, 02:12 PM
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After reading this......I just ordered mine in optic blue
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Originally Posted by EZ3Putt
After reading this......I just ordered mine in optic blue
Same here 1 for RX and 1 for Tundra also order the rear bumper too.

Thanks smehta for the info and pictures
Old 04-22-12, 05:02 AM
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...what is the protection that you guys are talking about?....hint...hint pleae...lol...lets see I guess is some sort of added protection for the fog lights?...
Old 04-22-12, 05:23 AM
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FYI svofan1, it's illegal to put any film on the fog lights or headlights in NJ. What isn't around here
Old 04-22-12, 05:49 AM
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Anita
If put on in clear the only one that's going to know probably is the rock that couldn't break the lens . Now if you use something like yellow it might be noticeable. I have the optic blue and I doubt it's noticeable unless under an inspection. It's certainly not blue when the lights are on, just less 'blah'.
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FYI svofan1, it's illegal to put any film on the fog lights or headlights in NJ. What isn't around here
Old 04-22-12, 06:13 AM
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I posted the photo above. With the naked eye, it does not look that blue at all. Very light blue. Barely noticeable. It looks like the lens has a blue hue. When the FOGs are on, there is virtually NO blue tone to the light. Looks clear.

My photo makes it look a bit more blue then actual - due to close up, flash from camera phone causing saturation etc...

But trust me, its hardly noticeable at all. No one would know unless you pointed their attention to it.
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Originally Posted by Cruiter
Anita
If put on in clear the only one that's going to know probably is the rock that couldn't break the lens . Now if you use something like yellow it might be noticeable. I have the optic blue and I doubt it's noticeable unless under an inspection. It's certainly not blue when the lights are on, just less 'blah'.
Well, we dropped the safety inspection a year ago so maybe it won't be noticed. Just wanted to put it out there since it can result in a ticket. I haven't put anything on the 450h.
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Anita thanks...what would I do without you?....lol....sometimes I feel that I have know you forever...thanks for the heads up...but I was think in "breaking the law" with the clear ones for the protection avlue....what are your thought?...my "guru lady"?
Old 04-22-12, 08:34 AM
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Originally Posted by svofan1
Anita thanks...what would I do without you?....lol....sometimes I feel that I have know you forever...thanks for the heads up...but I was think in "breaking the law" with the clear ones for the protection avlue....what are your thought?...my "guru lady"?
People put tint on their cars even though it's illegal too. I doubt you'd get harassed for a little clear film on the fog lights. BTW, make sure you remove the dealer license plate frame. That's also a no no around here. Obstructs the license plate, LOL.
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I installed Lamin-X Fog Light Color:Clear (40 mil) last Fall. Install was easy. Make sure you clean the fog lens before applying Lamin-X. Use exact-O knife or straight razor blade to trim Lamin-X to fit. Since mine is clear, its not too noticeable that I did not cut exactly a smooth Oval.
Purchased online for $14.95 + shipping.
http://www.lamin-x.com/Lexus-RX-10-F...ers-p/l116.htm
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Originally Posted by kitlz
People put tint on their cars even though it's illegal too. I doubt you'd get harassed for a little clear film on the fog lights. BTW, make sure you remove the dealer license plate frame. That's also a no no around here. Obstructs the license plate, LOL.
I'm with you on this about dealer's name on the plate or a sticker on the back, that's like free advertising for them, they oughta pay you for advertising for them.
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Glad I saw this post before this happened. I have som 3M clear bra material for another project that I was able to put over the lens. Thanks for the heads up
Old 04-23-12, 06:09 AM
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I do not think the foglights are covered under the law as they are notthe primary driving lights. I beleive its jsut the head lights. Either way the clear film is not noticable and inspectors will not see it... so I wouldnt worry about it at all. Headlights are a little different but still the clear film wouldnt be seen.
Old 04-25-12, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by Joeb427
Tough break,E.
Good advice.

I went with this vinyl protection after reading that thread at the time.No guarantee against lens breakage but some protection that may help.

http://www.lamin-x.com/Lexus-RX-10-F...ers-p/l116.htm
This is why I belong to this forum. Lots of good advice on common issues. My Lamin-X fog light covers are on their way through the US Postal Service.


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