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Old Oct 12, 2012 | 03:07 PM
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Smile switching trunk....

ok so i am getting my spoilerless trunk tommorow ... i am going to have to change over all the hardware from the trunk that is on the car now.. is everything pretty easy to switch over as far as the lock and whatever else.... just trying to prep myself because ussually when something looks easy to do you always run into something thats not.....
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Old Oct 12, 2012 | 03:27 PM
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https://www.clublexus.com/forums/gs-...l-off-2gs.html
i found this and it helped..... are those 2 hidden screws for the lock easy to access...
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Old Oct 12, 2012 | 07:01 PM
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Yes they are....,
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Old Oct 12, 2012 | 08:12 PM
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whats you gona do with 3 light?
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Old Oct 12, 2012 | 09:09 PM
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Yes it's actually very easy and straightforward believe it or not...
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Old Oct 13, 2012 | 05:21 AM
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It's easy, even lining it up Is simple. Just make sure you have someone to help.
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Old Oct 13, 2012 | 07:39 AM
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Originally Posted by chicov8
whats you gona do with 3 light?
Figured I would just disconect it as long as there isn't gonna be a light on the dash saying I got a light out... If there is does someone know a way around it?
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Old Oct 13, 2012 | 02:03 PM
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Originally Posted by seivonecsu
Figured I would just disconect it as long as there isn't gonna be a light on the dash saying I got a light out... If there is does someone know a way around it?
Pull the bulb from the dash, very simple and takes 2 minutes, that's what I did.... I removed my trunk several times, if u have any problems report back, I'll be more than happy to help u..
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Old Oct 13, 2012 | 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by seivonecsu
Figured I would just disconect it as long as there isn't gonna be a light on the dash saying I got a light out... If there is does someone know a way around it?
its actually against the law and unsafe not to have a 3rd brake light. buy a 3rd brake light from chin or RGW and plug it up, all models are wired for it
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Old Oct 13, 2012 | 04:12 PM
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Originally Posted by FlockoGS4
Pull the bulb from the dash, very simple and takes 2 minutes, that's what I did.... I removed my trunk several times, if u have any problems report back, I'll be more than happy to help u..
thanks bro....
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Originally Posted by sakataj
its actually against the law and unsafe not to have a 3rd brake light. buy a 3rd brake light from chin or RGW and plug it up, all models are wired for it
ill take my chances... if people can't see the big *** brake lights on the rear than they shouldn't be on the road..... but thanks for the info....
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Old Oct 13, 2012 | 04:36 PM
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Originally Posted by seivonecsu
ill take my chances... if people can't see the big *** brake lights on the rear than they shouldn't be on the road..... but thanks for the info....
It's your choice and your car, but Its not a good idea to drive without a 3rd brake light, it actually helps people behind you to let them know you're slowing down, especially in bright daylight when the taillights are less visible and can prevent you from getting rear ended by a blind idiot. Just do what I did and get a brake light from a 7 series BMW and wire it in. Looks really nice from the outside. I still have to fab a covering for it.
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Old Oct 13, 2012 | 05:22 PM
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Originally Posted by seivonecsu
ill take my chances... if people can't see the big *** brake lights on the rear than they shouldn't be on the road..... but thanks for the info....
if someone rear ends you and they see you dont have a 3rd brake light your gonna be held responsible..... but go ahead take your chances.
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I believe a third brake light is required by law in NYS. Its silly to say
" if people can't see the big *** brake lights on the rear than they shouldn't be on the road.."
Most people who cant drive are on the road 24/7.
the third brake light takes second guessing whether or not your brakes are pressed, especially during hard to see conditions, like winter time when glare and sun are at its most potent..
Id be scared to drive in NYC without one, and yes if you get rear ended with failure to properly maintain safety equipment, your at fault, unless you give the cop a bribe not to put it on the police report.

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BTW i saw you picking it up this morning..
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