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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 02:27 AM
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Originally Posted by koldnrg
Just so everyone is aware I have a BUNCH of resistors on order as well as a BUNCH of LED's just in case of a disaster which should not ever happen again "read earlier posts". Sounds like I may need to order even more resistors. Below I have an image of the inside of one of my own tail lights, I warned you all about the look of my wiring, but I have had a few people say it doesn't look that bad. I am looking at some heat shrink possibly and if I get some of that I will utilize that instead of the tape. I over tape but in my mind over taped = over insulated, which is hardley ever a bad thing. Again, all joints are soldered well with lead free resin core solder, all lights will be tested and photographed in working condition before being sent out. I personally guarantee satisfaction with this mod, if for some reason you are not satisfied simply send the lights back, and I will reverse the proceedure and return them to stock form. I believe I have returned all pm's as of now, and if you still have any questions feel free to contact me.

looks like you do great work!
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 05:50 PM
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Finally found the correct LED's and I have 4 matching tails!! now that I see the pictures the far right one still looks a bit off ahhhhh it almost deeper red.... guess I will see for sure tonight when it gets dark.

More Pictures and video, I will do these again tonight when it gets darker out, but even in the daytime these are fairly bright. When the LED's that I ordered arrive I will see how much brighter they are then the stock ones and I may even throw some in a light to see the results, could be an option for people who still don't think the ring alone is bright enough for a park light. All I know is the ring alone lights up the back of my garage at night. Anyways enough talk here are the daytime pics/video





Also did this mod today.... sorry radioflyer... stole another mod of yours



and the daytime video

You guys let me know if you think that far right tail light looks off, maybe I am just being over critical?

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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 06:15 PM
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yeah the one all the way right does look more dim
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by luckyirishguy
yeah the one all the way right does look more dim
There is a possibility one of the LEDs didn't take. There are 4 LEDs on the halo circuit. The wires are very small and if one gets squished when say re-installing the back plate, it may cause a disconnection. The optics of the Halo make it difficult to tell which side is actually out. The best way i've found is to use a multimeter on the negative side of an LED to see if it's getting current through it.
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 06:42 PM
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I put one in upside down and it looked darker. Might check that.
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 08:02 PM
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Clarification on this GP

You will make 2 payments

First to me for 279, all the sets will be shipped to Koldnrg for assembly line modifications to all purchased sets. Upon his completion, he will contact you from info I provide him and he will take $50 payment for the mod and shipping...Canada guys will be a few more for the shipping once modded...

279+50 = $329 Modded and enroute to you...
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I would be willing to ship tail light kits to Koldnrg for modification on your behalf....

If I we put together 5 sets in one order to him I will make them $279 (HALO Stock Configuration, UNMODIFIED) and will make a GP list:

1. DKNY Stylez
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POST UP IF YOU WANT TO GET IN ON THIS

PM me your phone # so I can call for a credit card.

Disclaimer: Should you decide to have this mod done by Koldnrg, I will be responsible to get the equipment to him. I can not and will not be held liable for the Halo Tail Lights once the shipment is received by Koldnrg.

MODERATORS, Koldnrg would act as a subcontractor for FI Performance as part of a FI Performance Package Piece...

Again, we need 5 to make this price happen.

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If we hit 11 sets, I may be able to beat up the importer a bit more. What I will start doing on Saturday is start making calls to the phone numbers people have pm'ed me to get shipping and Credit card info etc... Cards will not be run until I go and process the GP so if we get a huge response, It could very well be less.

AGAIN, THIS GP IS FOR THOSE THAT WANT TO GET NEW TAIL LIGHTS AND HAVE THE "RADIOFLYER" MOD DONE AS PART OF THE PACKAGE.

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Another thing, if you want any of the Adjure Rear Backup License Plate Holders or Rear Side Markers, now is the time because I can make some nice packages especially if you take multiple Adjure Products...

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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 08:18 PM
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Okay I have went out and messed with this light more and more, all 4 led's in the halo circuit are working fine, I have the front of the lens off for the replacement so its real easy to see all 4 led's lit up. I have turned them on and walked away from it and decided that it just has to be the angle of the camera and the lighting in my garage because besides the photos they look the same, if there is a difference the naked eye finds it real hard to see. Either way, evening pics should be up here in the next few hours.
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 10:08 PM
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so we hit 5, are the first 5 sets out to kold yet? I'm itching to get these!
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 10:31 PM
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Originally Posted by dkny_stylez
so we hit 5, are the first 5 sets out to kold yet? I'm itching to get these!
I think he is holding out for a few more days to see if we can get 11 if so the price may go down ??? not 100% sure about this but I think I saw that earlier in the thread.

On a different note here are the final pictures of the lights installed in an evening lighting. took one from a distance, the center reflector lit up because of the flash but trust me the centers are fairly dark. I have several sets of resistors on hand with alot more on the way here, I am ready to start modding these things up for you guys, I can' wait to see something I did on a bunch of other peoples vettes. Anyways, heres the rest of the pics/vids, enjoy

And yes I know I have Georgia plates, I just bought this car and made the 1500 mile drive, I will have it licensed Monday, catching all sorts of crap at work for it.








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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by TheRadioFlyer
I'm thinking modifying my Halos after seeing pictures of the 09 camero concept:





My question is: Has anyone dared to take apart their halos to get a good look at the guts?
I think the Camaro looks like it's pizzed off and scowling.
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 10:44 PM
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Originally Posted by koldnrg
Okay I have went out and messed with this light more and more, all 4 led's in the halo circuit are working fine, I have the front of the lens off for the replacement so its real easy to see all 4 led's lit up. I have turned them on and walked away from it and decided that it just has to be the angle of the camera and the lighting in my garage because besides the photos they look the same, if there is a difference the naked eye finds it real hard to see. Either way, evening pics should be up here in the next few hours.
how did you remove the lens?
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Old Jun 7, 2008 | 11:25 PM
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Originally Posted by TheRadioFlyer
how did you remove the lens?
The lens is glued on, I used an exacto knife to work my way around the edge then used some sewing scissors to kinda pry the lens away, it has a rubber like gasket around the outside edge that once it gives stays with the lens and all you have to do to reattach is use some super glue gel, good luck!
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Old Jun 8, 2008 | 04:02 AM
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Can we order the tinted version, will it then come out looking like radioflyer's??
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Old Jun 8, 2008 | 04:14 AM
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PM Sent with questions...

I already bought Radioflyer's Halo HID headlights. Let's see if the wife is on board with this purchase too...

Last edited by DefenderC5; Jun 8, 2008 at 09:24 AM.
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Old Jun 8, 2008 | 05:00 AM
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Can we order the tinted version, will it then come out looking like radioflyer's??
yeah order Halo LED tails, Blacked out(tinted) and modded... that sounds like a plan...what can we do with that B?
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Old Jun 8, 2008 | 06:21 AM
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kold, that looks amazing, i can't wait!
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Old Jun 8, 2008 | 10:18 AM
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Originally Posted by luckyirishguy
yeah order Halo LED tails, Blacked out(tinted) and modded... that sounds like a plan...what can we do with that B?
How about blackout kits?
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How about blackout kits?
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