996 Turbo / GT2 Turbo discussion on previous model 2000-2005 Porsche 911 Twin Turbo and 911 GT2.

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Old Dec 21, 2012 | 08:28 AM
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You guys will hate this.

I really like the daytime running lights on the new cars.

This was pretty cheap and completely reversible, so I though I would give it a try.

I know most of you will hate it, since the car did not come this way, but for those interested in updating the look of your car with DRL's, here you go.

I'll try to take some better pictures later today with the lights off.

Later, Steve

 

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Old Dec 21, 2012 | 08:37 AM
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Old Dec 21, 2012 | 08:41 AM
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hmm actually it looks pretty neat
 
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Old Dec 21, 2012 | 08:42 AM
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Interesting. Yes, take some better pics. The problem w/the OTC kits out there is that they are usually not as bright and have much smaller LEDs (ala KIA, Hyundai) and they just don't look right, imho.

I wish there were an aftermarket company that make the LEDs larger and brighter...
 
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 08:44 AM
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Interesting, definitely need some more pictures. How did you mount them ?
 
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 08:58 AM
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guilty myself of adding leds
 
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I dont think it look so bad. As mention, please post some more pictures and also more info about this very original installation. Picture from the front would be nice. Thanks for this suggestion!
 
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 08:59 AM
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Looks nice.. Can we get a night pic rear view mirror height? I think the lip of the bumper may block the lights view from road level. I am feeling it. Doubt I would do it just because I just dont do body/ interior mods unless needed for rules.
 
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 09:19 AM
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Interesting. Yes, take some better pics. The problem w/the OTC kits out there is that they are usually not as bright and have much smaller LEDs (ala KIA, Hyundai) and they just don't look right, imho.

I wish there were an aftermarket company that make the LEDs larger and brighter...
See if these links help:

http://www.ledlightingkit.com/order.html

http://www.superbrightleds.com/cat/l...acement-bulbs/
 
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 11:25 AM
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Not bad at all!! Actually it looks just as good as an OEM version would IF they decided to implement a potential upgrade. Well done!!
 
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 11:29 AM
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I have always thought that would be a great place for LED's. Looks good!
 
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 11:35 AM
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Not my cup of tea but I did replace the parking lights with bright SMD LED bulbs that look fantastic. (side markers to match as well)
 
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 11:36 AM
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I like it. It gives the front a very modern feel. I think many (non-Porschephiles) people already wouldn't have any idea how old are cars and this will further that confusion (in a positive way)!

Can you tell us more about what was involved in the installation?
 
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 11:49 AM
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Hi Steve,

I think these are awesome. Let us know what was involved as I have always thought that was the perfect place for LED's.

Thanks for sharing!
 
Old Dec 21, 2012 | 12:00 PM
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Agree with most of the posts. It does not look offensive at all. Nice job Steve.
 

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