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Old Oct 9, 2004 | 10:09 AM
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I like! I think I will go all white on mine.
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Old Oct 9, 2004 | 10:38 AM
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Nicely done and a good write up. While not for me I do appreciate the effort and the look.
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Old Oct 9, 2004 | 03:47 PM
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I'd try to move the LEDs as far as possible outwards on the inside of the vent so that it can be shined onto the side of the car w/o the light hitting your mirrors. A diffuser plate might also be able to blend the colors together smoothly.

Pretty sweet and the mixed colors mimics the glow of flames! Great job!
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Old Oct 9, 2004 | 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by IMQUIK
I like! I think I will go all white on mine.
me 2
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Old Oct 10, 2004 | 10:21 PM
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If they are mounted to accent more of the side of the car, the LED's become easily visable sitting inside the cove and really takes away the effect, unless you are looking directly sideways at it.

And the combo of Red/Blue, shining brightly out might attract attention not otherwise wanted. .

BTW --- How does one post a photo in a post? Says disabled...have not seen that restriction in other forums..
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Old Oct 11, 2004 | 10:45 AM
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COOL Idea!!

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Old Oct 11, 2004 | 10:55 AM
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Another way to do this is to cast the leds in clear epoxy to keep out all moisture.
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Old Oct 11, 2004 | 08:43 PM
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I think I like it. What color do you think on MSG? I'm thiniking white...
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