97-99 headlights on a 95-96
01-09-2002, 12:48 PM
#2
Re: 97-99 headlights on a 95-96
Originally posted by DCmax
I have a 96 and if I were to get my hands on headlights from a 97-99, how well would they fit?
thanks
I have a 96 and if I were to get my hands on headlights from a 97-99, how well would they fit?
thanks
01-09-2002, 03:19 PM
#4
Originally posted by clee130
DCmax: "Thanks"
araffio: "No problem."
clee130: "Next time, please read the "4th gen FAQs" thread up top, thank you."
DCmax: "Thanks"
araffio: "No problem."
clee130: "Next time, please read the "4th gen FAQs" thread up top, thank you."
The reason Im wondering is (to make a long story short) Procarparts sent me the non diamond cut clear corners but accident and Im deciding whether or not to keep them or get the diamonds.
The clear corners I previously had are 2 years old (and pretty grimy) so the new ones look much better it's just that Ive never seen diamond cut clears on 95-96 and Im wondering how the contrast will be.
Also, Im wondering if I can spray anything on the clears as to prevent dirt build-up.
01-09-2002, 09:10 PM
#11
Re: Re: Re: 97-99 headlights on a 95-96
Originally posted by maxima42
The headlights are not a direct fit. If you want to change the headlights over, you also need to change the bumper and the front grill.
The headlights are not a direct fit. If you want to change the headlights over, you also need to change the bumper and the front grill.
I have a '96 Maxima with the 97-99 headlights and clearance lights. The headlights fit fine, pops right in. Check my sig for proof. No need for new bumper or grill.
01-09-2002, 09:25 PM
#12
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i had to drill out one hole on each side to make them fit right but other than that fits perfect! Even with the 97/99 clearance lights
as for the 95 headlights with diamonds, IMHO it looks fugly, stick with regular clears. If you plan on upgrading to 99 styled headlights then buy the diamonds
Ant
as for the 95 headlights with diamonds, IMHO it looks fugly, stick with regular clears. If you plan on upgrading to 99 styled headlights then buy the diamonds
Ant
01-09-2002, 09:33 PM
#13
Originally posted by ny96max
i had to drill out one hole on each side to make them fit right but other than that fits perfect! Even with the 97/99 clearance lights
as for the 95 headlights with diamonds, IMHO it looks fugly, stick with regular clears. If you plan on upgrading to 99 styled headlights then buy the diamonds
Ant
i had to drill out one hole on each side to make them fit right but other than that fits perfect! Even with the 97/99 clearance lights
as for the 95 headlights with diamonds, IMHO it looks fugly, stick with regular clears. If you plan on upgrading to 99 styled headlights then buy the diamonds
Ant
But, that's just me.
01-09-2002, 09:34 PM
#14
Originally posted by ny96max
i had to drill out one hole on each side to make them fit right but other than that fits perfect! Even with the 97/99 clearance lights
as for the 95 headlights with diamonds, IMHO it looks fugly, stick with regular clears. If you plan on upgrading to 99 styled headlights then buy the diamonds
Ant
i had to drill out one hole on each side to make them fit right but other than that fits perfect! Even with the 97/99 clearance lights
as for the 95 headlights with diamonds, IMHO it looks fugly, stick with regular clears. If you plan on upgrading to 99 styled headlights then buy the diamonds
Ant
Hm...odd, mine fitted fine with no problems. Even with the 97-99 clearance lights, fitted right in.
As far as the diamond cut, yes, without the headlights upgrade, it wouldn't look as good.
01-09-2002, 09:42 PM
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Originally posted by Cumalot
Hm...odd, mine fitted fine with no problems. Even with the 97-99 clearance lights, fitted right in.
As far as the diamond cut, yes, without the headlights upgrade, it wouldn't look as good.
Hm...odd, mine fitted fine with no problems. Even with the 97-99 clearance lights, fitted right in.
As far as the diamond cut, yes, without the headlights upgrade, it wouldn't look as good.
KWheelzSB: i never said the diamond cuts were "fugly" i said it looks fulgy having them with the 95 headlights cause nothing would match!!
01-09-2002, 10:04 PM
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Originally posted by DCmax
How much did you guys pay for the 97-99 headlights?
How much did you guys pay for the 97-99 headlights?
and the new corner lenses from www.autodirectsave.com $30 each shipped!
01-09-2002, 10:15 PM
#19
Originally posted by ny96max
i bought mine from EMAX95 a while back for an undisclosed amount of money, hehe!
and the new corner lenses from www.autodirectsave.com $30 each shipped!
i bought mine from EMAX95 a while back for an undisclosed amount of money, hehe!
and the new corner lenses from www.autodirectsave.com $30 each shipped!
Most places Ive seen charge like $175 for just the headlights, junk yards havent been much better
How much of an improvement would you say they make?
01-09-2002, 10:41 PM
#20
Try http://www.autobodypartsonline.com/
97-99 headlights cost $111.99 and 97-99 clearance(corner)lights cost $26.99
Not too bad because these are new.
97-99 headlights cost $111.99 and 97-99 clearance(corner)lights cost $26.99
Not too bad because these are new.
01-09-2002, 10:59 PM
#21
Originally posted by Cumalot
Try http://www.autobodypartsonline.com/
97-99 headlights cost $111.99 and 97-99 clearance(corner)lights cost $26.99
Not too bad because these are new.
Try http://www.autobodypartsonline.com/
97-99 headlights cost $111.99 and 97-99 clearance(corner)lights cost $26.99
Not too bad because these are new.
Im not sure if it's worth it for $300 after shipping.
01-09-2002, 11:13 PM
#22
Originally posted by DCmax
111 each I presume.
Im not sure if it's worth it for $300 after shipping.
111 each I presume.
Im not sure if it's worth it for $300 after shipping.
Yup, each. Yes, it's not cheap, but it definitely a better price than a dealer would give you.
Or you could try get an used pair. Try the for sale section.
01-09-2002, 11:25 PM
#23
Originally posted by ny96max
KWheelzSB: i never said the diamond cuts were "fugly" i said it looks fulgy having them with the 95 headlights. . .
KWheelzSB: i never said the diamond cuts were "fugly" i said it looks fulgy having them with the 95 headlights. . .
Would they look better w/ the '97-'99 headlight upgrade? Yes.
If you re-read my remarks, the context was that the diamond clears with the '95 headlights do not look "fugly," imho. That's just way off - serious exaggeration.
01-10-2002, 05:22 AM
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Tai Mai Shu: It's happens as it ages >>
Originally posted by Tai Mai Shu
Anyone with the late model lights have any problems with the plastic fogging (from the outside, not moisture inside) or turning yellow?
Anyone with the late model lights have any problems with the plastic fogging (from the outside, not moisture inside) or turning yellow?
01-10-2002, 08:06 AM
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Originally posted by DCmax
so you got 'em for free
Most places Ive seen charge like $175 for just the headlights, junk yards havent been much better
How much of an improvement would you say they make?
so you got 'em for free
Most places Ive seen charge like $175 for just the headlights, junk yards havent been much better
How much of an improvement would you say they make?
01-10-2002, 05:09 PM
#26
Originally posted by ny96max
cosmetically they look 100x better than the older style. Night wise with light pattern id say they are a lil brighter and have a more focused beam pattern on the street.
cosmetically they look 100x better than the older style. Night wise with light pattern id say they are a lil brighter and have a more focused beam pattern on the street.
01-10-2002, 06:28 PM
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Re: Tai Mai Shu: It's happens as it ages >>
Originally posted by Albertt
Unless you had applied clear urethane on it when it was new, this "fogging" is inevitable. Acrylic scratches too easily.
Unless you had applied clear urethane on it when it was new, this "fogging" is inevitable. Acrylic scratches too easily.
We need to do a class action lawsuit so all of the guys on the org can get new headlights!
01-11-2002, 06:19 AM
#28
Originally posted by Cumalot
Try http://www.autobodypartsonline.com/
97-99 headlights cost $111.99 and 97-99 clearance(corner)lights cost $26.99
Not too bad because these are new.
Try http://www.autobodypartsonline.com/
97-99 headlights cost $111.99 and 97-99 clearance(corner)lights cost $26.99
Not too bad because these are new.
07-10-2008, 06:00 PM
#30
epic thread fail but...
for 97-99s. im not sure if its the same for 95s & 96s.
pop the hood.
remove the 2 corner lights.
you should see 2 screws on the side and theres 2 screws behind each headlight (1 on top of adjusting **** closer to the center of the car and 1 on top by the outer housing of the headlight itself).
they are all 10mm M6 screws.
after you take off those screws, your grille will be attached to both headlights. use a flathead screwdriver to press on the tabs to release the grille.
after you release the tabs and free the grille, just pull out the headlights and there you go.
i hope that was simple enough. but if you have any questions pm me or e-mail me at nyczsleepy83@aol.com. ill try to get pictures or something to help you out.
pop the hood.
remove the 2 corner lights.
you should see 2 screws on the side and theres 2 screws behind each headlight (1 on top of adjusting **** closer to the center of the car and 1 on top by the outer housing of the headlight itself).
they are all 10mm M6 screws.
after you take off those screws, your grille will be attached to both headlights. use a flathead screwdriver to press on the tabs to release the grille.
after you release the tabs and free the grille, just pull out the headlights and there you go.
i hope that was simple enough. but if you have any questions pm me or e-mail me at nyczsleepy83@aol.com. ill try to get pictures or something to help you out.
Last edited by fat_kid; 07-10-2008 at 06:03 PM.
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