Replica Eb Xr Twin Headlights Trial. - Page 2

Kryton · 26-04-2005, 09:49 PM

someone hasnt got over this serving me thinks.

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http://www.fordforums.com.au/showthread.php?t=6426

Damo · 26-04-2005, 10:15 PM

davway, you're a moron.

Guy's he doesn't have pics yet. There are NO pics.

No pics

No photos.

He was just sharing his little project with us. Some of you people really are smartarses. Not everyone spends all day on there computer, as it seems a lot of people here do.

P.S He hasn't got pics up!

Psycho Chicken · 26-04-2005, 10:15 PM

One of Samuel L Jackson's lines in Pulp Fiction comes to mind.....

Danny · 26-04-2005, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Damo

davway, you're a moron.

Well ya gotta admit, that Jaaaaaa whatever his name is isnt exactly socially savvy himself.......

He needs to calm down a bit and explain using proper grammar what is going on. THen there is no cause for confusion.....

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Kryton · 26-04-2005, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Damo

davway, you're a moron.

whatever. i didnt have any problems with this thread till this crap was posted.

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Originally Posted by jedaarr

Good to see yer back.

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Originally Posted by jedaarr

glad we feel the same about each other ,give mum a kiss. tell her i wont be home tonight.

out:

it seems to be posted because of what happened in the link i posted at the top of this page. read the date of that thread. now whos the moron?

Damo · 27-04-2005, 12:28 AM

Haha nah you're still the moron. You're one of the most useless posters on FFAU.

How is this thread of any use to you anyway ?

Kryton · 27-04-2005, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Damo

How is this thread of any use to you anyway ?

because i dont own an E series i cant see the outcome?
just coz i cant use the info personally doesnt mean it isnt of interest.

ilsautomotive · 27-04-2005, 07:53 PM

The next off topic post will be removed and warnings sent. ;)

Looking forward to pics or else TTIW.

TUFED6 · 27-04-2005, 08:13 PM

I think we can all agree that what Ford charges for what is essentially plastic brackets is pretty obscene. Someone should look at making replica brackets for the XR headlight setup.

The grille and the headlamps themselves are pretty cheap, it's just that you need something to mount them on.

I personally don't like your idea of using an existing GL style headlamp body, I reckon you should use your plastering skills to make up a replica XR headlamp mount. Plenty of people here would be interested in that I think.

- John

pauly85 · 27-04-2005, 11:11 PM

dont mean to be a smart *** and be off topic in the same post buuuuuut......

what does TTIW mean?

Damo · 28-04-2005, 12:00 AM

This topic is worthless!

jedaarr · 28-04-2005, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Trouty

The next off topic post will be removed and warnings sent. ;)

Looking forward to pics or else TTIW.

I have put photos up, cant stand certain people who are negative to modifying cars ,or rubish them .why bother login on the ford forums.
This is supposed to be a chat line with ideas & modifications etc.
I am not saying a am perfect far from it, but some cant stop there.

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EFFalcon · 28-04-2005, 05:37 PM

its deffinately an interesting idea.
deffinately needs to be finished to get the full effect.
my guess is there is big problems with adjusting the lenses and possible legal problems?

Psycho Chicken · 28-04-2005, 05:44 PM

Sorry mate, this screams dodgy and I wouldn't even think twice about failing it for a roadworthy. I bet it's blinding as hell to oncoming traffic.

jedaarr · 28-04-2005, 05:51 PM

The lenses are adjustable as originall , the old housing is used. like i said if u copy the driving light it beams out aok, also the cover does not get in way as u allow 5mm on covers .Look at twin light u will see what i mean. Legal problems i dont know the answer to that, but how many times have we seen cars with total different lights grilles so & so. but u have a valid point. :1syellow1

jedaarr · 28-04-2005, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Psycho Chicken

Sorry mate, this screams dodgy and I wouldn't even think twice about failing it for a roadworthy. I bet it's blinding as hell to oncoming traffic.

Like i said before it is only a trial, no it is not blinding as hell as the originall bulbs are used, I stood right back in my yard it was no stronger than the stock unit on right. u can buy aftermarket lights in place of torch inserts
but i understand your opinion.

ilsautomotive · 01-05-2005, 08:51 PM

For those who aren't aware, the original post in this thread now contains pics. It seems Dellboy is inspiring many.

LUXO_8 · 01-05-2005, 09:43 PM

silicone to mount torch inserts, ey...hmmmmmm.

also if the torch inserts are plastic reflectors, i dont see them lasting much more than a week with car bulbs inside....

INJECTED_250 · 01-05-2005, 09:54 PM

Mate at first i thought.. it would be dodgy as.. but .. while i would never think it would pas a rwc, it looks pretty good when turned on.. Keep up with the playing round..

JADED6 · 01-05-2005, 10:57 PM

Well done on the effort and detailed pics but what i don't understand is, You have a gt front bar, bonnet vents and scoop (plus, i assume other stuff i can't see) and you're going to do a dodgy headlight install.

I do look forward to the covers when they're done as all you'd need to do is improve the lights & bracket and it wont be so bad.

**DJM83** · 02-05-2005, 02:55 PM

i agree with JADED6 i think that rather then spend all ur time on this u could have bought at least a set of aftermarket twinlights saved some time but i give u credit on ur ideas good luck

montyv8 · 02-05-2005, 04:30 PM

good on you for having a go bud.
Its good to see there are still some people out there willing to see if there ideas work.
don't worry about the pessimists, they'll always be there.
its not like if they don't work you've screwed something expensive....

-AL- · 02-05-2005, 04:51 PM

As a few other peeps have said already jedaarr, good onya for having a go. Lots of good $ spining/saving ideas have come from a bit of trial and error.
Keep at it

jedaarr · 03-05-2005, 07:10 AM

The reason i like the idea of using originall housing is to adjust beam,i have a few old lights to play with, trial & error, the next one i will gut it right out & make much improved brackets,aftermarket driving lights will be fitted. there would be people out there who could not afford $540-600 for twins if i can make a decent replica set for no more than say $120 thats a big saving & they must be well made.i thought the reflectors would be ok but u were right they distorted.

niko · 03-05-2005, 12:04 PM

there sealed units (most of the time unless changing bulbs) i think they were made liek that for a reason

jedaarr · 03-05-2005, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by JADED6

Well done on the effort and detailed pics but what i don't understand is, You have a gt front bar, bonnet vents and scoop (plus, i assume other stuff i can't see) and you're going to do a dodgy headlight install.

I do look forward to the covers when they're done as all you'd need to do is improve the lights & bracket and it wont be so bad.

I have spent a bit dough on the car it has full gt bodykit and basic mods,but i like to have a go at something,if it does not work out i will buy twins.
once lights are mounted better- i can not see any problem i will post the cover very soon on housing.

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jedaarr · 03-05-2005, 05:51 PM

At this present time i have come up with a superior way to adjust & mount 10 cm lights using 100 ml sewerage pipe (as a housing) this is a1 to earlier trial. I will post pics by thursday, Due to many aftermarket suppliers of lights if u follow this trial u adapt the lights to new housing as u see fit.

jedaarr · 03-05-2005, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by montyv8

good on you for having a go bud.
Its good to see there are still some people out there willing to see if there ideas work.
don't worry about the pessimists, they'll always be there.
its not like if they don't work you've screwed something expensive....

Thanks for nice comment.

Danny · 04-05-2005, 01:52 PM

Looks good mate, Keep it up