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Old 07-07-2004, 01:12 AM #31
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I haven't done a whole lot of investigating on this, but does anyone else think that the rear reflectors look to be exactly the same shape and size (albeit the color is different) as the front fog lights? Maybe the reds can be swapped with another set of clear ones from the front with red bulbs?

Like I said, not much thought put into this, just happened to notice as I was washing the beauty yesterday.
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Haven't actually looked, but I'll bet they're not even close. The rear ones looks taller and not as wide.
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They are completely different shapes & size but good idea!
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Now I've got to check this myself.

I have some 3M clear covers that are cut exactly to the shape of the front fog lights...I'm going to see if they are the same shape. Remember, the front fog light area is composed of two separate pieces...I'm only talking about the inner fog light not the turn signal portion. I'll report back later today and maybe even with some photos.
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:o WELL, I WAS WRONG. What can I say, you guys were right.
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Just throwing this out there, but has anybody thought of converting these reflectors into backup lights to give you more light when in reverse? I guess, since the lenses are red, this wouldn't be possible with the current ones. Does anyone know if they sell replacement clear lenses that could be used?

Any other thoughts on this would be appreciated.

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I am looking at strobe sticks for this mod. I really like screwing with people that try to ride my ass. I finally got the nerve to do the reverse light trick, but not knowing what speed activates this, I am afraid to use it below freeway speeds.

My biggest concern is that the strobes will not be bright enough. I'm sure this mod is also illegal in all 50 states, FYI.
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I am looking at strobe sticks for this mod. I really like screwing with people that try to ride my ass. I finally got the nerve to do the reverse light trick, but not knowing what speed activates this, I am afraid to use it below freeway speeds.

My biggest concern is that the strobes will not be bright enough. I'm sure this mod is also illegal in all 50 states, FYI.
as long as the lense color was amber, you'd prolly be able to get by with it...red, green, and blue are restricted colors, tho...
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Hey, just got an 05 4Runner and wanted to make the rear bumber lenses functional. Great write-up but I have 2 questions...

First, how to I identify the lens vents? You mentioned taking them out but it's not obvious to me where they are...help, please?

Second, the socket I got has two leads a red lead and a black lead. If I only want to connect for the brake light and turn signal can I use the black lead as my ground wire?

Your input is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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<I>
First, how to I identify the lens vents? You mentioned taking them out but it's not obvious to me where they are...help, please?</I>

They are little rubber caps on the back of the housing... simply pull them off.

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Second, the socket I got has two leads a red lead and a black lead. If I only want to connect for the brake light and turn signal can I use the black lead as my ground wire?</I>

Red is likely the stop lamp, and black is likely the signal. (but don't quote me) The socket exterior is ground, and since these lens housings don't have a ground on them, you'll need to solder a ground wire to the socket exterior as indicated in the instructions.
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I just did mine. Took about 2 hours. Rather simple and straightforward after reading this post.

I got my parts at autozone. Costs $25 in total, but you can get away with less.

It was a fun and easy mod!
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Just throwing this out there, but has anybody thought of converting these reflectors into backup lights to give you more light when in reverse? I guess, since the lenses are red, this wouldn't be possible with the current ones. Does anyone know if they sell replacement clear lenses that could be used?

Any other thoughts on this would be appreciated.

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Yes I have been thinking about this. I am not sure if the red light will be bright enough for any aid in a back-up situation. I have thought about cutting a slit or round hole in the red lens and gluing a clear piece of acrylic from the inside on it, but think it would not look as nice I would want it. Maybe replacing the existing back-up lamp with a brighter LED would be the best approach? If you have any ideas for getting a better reverse light illumination, then please share your ideas because I have two kids and back into my driveway all the time.
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Aux Backup Lights Thread

I don't want to go off topic here, but you can refer to this <A HREF="http://www.toyota-4runner.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=2179&highlight=backup+l ights"> thread</A> regarding <A HREF="http://www.toyota-4runner.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=2179&highlight=backup+l ights">aux. backup lights.</A> JGRIMBALL installed a nice set of aux. backup lights under the rear bumper and they look/work great.

Photos on his site at: http://www.grimtek.com/4runner/
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Thanks...I'll check it out
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Thanks for the info. I'll need to re-check the 05 light assembly...I didn't notice any rubber pieces on the back for the vents. I may wait a few weeks beofre doing the mod (although I did get the parts) as I had a big fight with the wife becuase she was/is afraid I will mess something up. Seems she thinks it's crazy that I'm interested in doing anything to a brand new vehicle. Go figure...guess I'll gibe it a little time and let the dust settle.

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