06leg315 Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Sooooo I'm sick of looking at my amber cornered lights. Doesn't have a very clean appeance to me so I want to Chet clear corners and use switchback LEDs. Now I've researched this aton amd found all the DIY threads, but I found a pair on eBay for 300 that are brand newa and blacked out with completely clear corners. ( http://m.ebay.com/itm/2005-2006-2007-SUBARU-LEGACY-amp-OUTBACK-DEPO-BLACK-CLEAR-PROJECTOR-HEADLIGHTS-/310742464527 ) now my question is, is it worth the 300 to get these new, "factory sealed" clean, "perfectly painted" headlights or should I try the dDIY method? My lenses are pretty clear I cleared them a couplemonths back bit they arent perfect. Also is the clear corner the same after you do the DIY method vs the set I mentioned above? I understand 300 is a lot but I am a fan of new clean shiny parts so I'm honestly torn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullmonte77 Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 I bought a set of these a couple months ago. They are nice quality and I like mine. Some people say the Depo lights are not as good as oem but so far so good. And the clear corner is nicer than the DIY method http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/09/920d8d940a858d2eebd6505d78ecd4be.jpg http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/09/28aaeca1c16a2da3122bc143536922a0.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06leg315 Posted February 9, 2015 Author Share Posted February 9, 2015 Thanks for the pics. I really like that, and its same color as mine. I thought the clear looked better because it still has that "rough" piece in there just clear instead. Do you have just amber bulbs in there? How's the brightness during the day? Also what grill isthat lol ive seen a few diff ones that are all similar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullmonte77 Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 Yes just regular amber bulb. They are just as bright as oem lights. I actually bought the HID set of lights and have my DRL's disabled. The grille is an AVO. But do not by one they are junk. R-REV makes them also and they are much nicer and fit like a factory one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06leg315 Posted February 9, 2015 Author Share Posted February 9, 2015 Good to know. Do you know if the switchback led will work for side markers with this? I was reading there's ck and non ck sockets and I didn't know which we had. Does any modification need to be made to wiring besides load resistor? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Streetlegal Posted February 9, 2015 Share Posted February 9, 2015 The switchback LEDs work in there just fine. I have them in mine. If you get the ones from RRev then they just plug in. No need to wire anything else. They also come with a new flasher module to eliminate the hyperflash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06leg315 Posted February 9, 2015 Author Share Posted February 9, 2015 I was looking at the ijdmtoy ones with the load resistors. How are those for brightness? The ones you mention. And where does that flasher module go? Impact he rear at all withthat?h Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06leg315 Posted February 10, 2015 Author Share Posted February 10, 2015 So I just went to order the lights and they aren't available. Anyone know some place else to buy the blacked out clear corner lights??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullmonte77 Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 I would just keep checking ebay everyday they will put them back up soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06leg315 Posted February 10, 2015 Author Share Posted February 10, 2015 That's terrible news for a man with no patience :/ lol thanks. I'm assuming this means there's no other place to get them? Google is giving me no answers besides closed out auctions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullmonte77 Posted February 10, 2015 Share Posted February 10, 2015 Here is their ebay page email them and ask about when they will have more. http://www.ebay.com/usr/neondials?_trksid=p2047675.l2559 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candellstick Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/15/f9e00dd9001dd4145b9ee165cc60e774.jpg Factory off an 09, used the DIY method and painted housing with satin black, IMO, love the all black. Felt like clear/unpainted corners took away overall http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/15/f5715085b1fb717dea6c4f405145f404.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candellstick Posted February 15, 2015 Share Posted February 15, 2015 I bought a set of these a couple months ago. They are nice quality and I like mine. Some people say the Depo lights are not as good as oem but so far so good. And the clear corner is nicer than the DIY method http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/09/920d8d940a858d2eebd6505d78ecd4be.jpg http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/09/28aaeca1c16a2da3122bc143536922a0.jpg Love the grille, been looking for something like this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullmonte77 Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 It's an AVO but don't by one the are junk! Get an RREV one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06leg315 Posted February 16, 2015 Author Share Posted February 16, 2015 http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/15/f9e00dd9001dd4145b9ee165cc60e774.jpg Factory off an 09, used the DIY method and painted housing with satin black, IMO, love the all black. Felt like clear/unpainted corners took away overall http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/15/f5715085b1fb717dea6c4f405145f404.jpg Are these the drop ones or diy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06leg315 Posted February 16, 2015 Author Share Posted February 16, 2015 I think I'm going to do the diy method. My buddy did the ones on his sti and it came out great. My driverside is already leaking a bit I can see where the sealer is failing. So I'm gunna try it myself. Figured I could spend the 300 towards the roof rack I orderedordered. I've put about 1500 into her in the past three weeks :x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candellstick Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Mine are diy. Took 2 hours start to finish. Using the satin paint worked best, still allows turns/markers to be almost as bright as stock. Just get some clear silicone adhesive, when you reseal them, keep the factory adhesive there, and just spot place the sealer where it seems lacking. Can never have too much! Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candellstick Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 I hear you man. In the last 2 weeks, I'm about 1100, between brakes and coilovers and audio Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candellstick Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/16/9b97d330f7bbdc904aa5f2b81212cb07.jpghttp://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/16/d6b8b54dc6e914ebabd0373f6b179de2.jpg Installing the coilovers after this crap weather is gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06leg315 Posted February 16, 2015 Author Share Posted February 16, 2015 Is it like three pieces when you take the headlight apart?Cuz I wanna still paint that flat part blackthen just have the dome part where the bulb reflects stay silver. I got switch backs for the turn signals so hopefully that takes up anybrightness issue. Wouldn't gloss paint reflect more? For the black on the inside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
06leg315 Posted February 16, 2015 Author Share Posted February 16, 2015 Also I just re read your first post..You DID leave the yellow side piece in correct? Just painted that center section black? I plan to paint that black and remove the orange side marker... I wouknder if they sell clear corner inserts like the depo ones have so IRS not just straight open clear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candellstick Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 Yeah, after you bake them, separate the lens from housing, and the part that is painted black, is held to the lens with 3 or 4 torx (star bit) screws. It comes out, and after removing the amber corner piece, you can just paint it completely. We have it easier than the WRX guys, they have to tape off what they don't want painted, ours just comes right out 200° for 7-8 minutes works perfect, I've done 3 sets with those settings and they've come out perfect every time. If 200° is iffy to you, you could go 185°-195° for longer if you like. Believe me, it's an odd feeling sticking a perfectly good headlight in the oven haha. Results are more than worth it though (: if you need any walkthrough assistance, feel free to message me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candellstick Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 As for the gloss, you could absolutely do that, all personal preference. I didn't want it too shiny, wanted a matte look, but still wanted some reflectivity Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candellstick Posted February 16, 2015 Share Posted February 16, 2015 And I took my Amber pieces out completely. I never really looked to see if there are clear ones available somewhere Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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