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      04-02-2014, 11:18 PM   #23
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I like how it looks! It's aggressive!

The only thing for me is I don't like anything getting in the way of maximum light output. I am a stickler for BRIGHT lights. IMO...headlights can't be bright enough for me.

But if it works for you bud, that's all that matters. Enjoy.

And yeah, 'F' what's 'in style'! Do what YOU want, cause YOU like it! Period!
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      04-03-2014, 08:33 AM   #24
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Not a fan - to me, a lot of the beauty of BMWs are in the details, and their headlight designs are a key focal point. Tinting the headlights just detracts from the beauty of the angel eyes.
I was concerned about that also, but I'm pleased with the look when just the angel eyes are on. It's more ethereal with just the slight haze of the tint making them seem as if they are floating in space during daytime driving. At least to me......
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      04-03-2014, 08:38 AM   #25
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When I had my windows tinted the guy tried to get me to let him tint all the lights and reflectors as well. I declined (AW) but was wondering why you didn't just go that route instead of spray?
I did ask my tint guys about that, but they don't do headlights. They claim heat is a problem over the long haul. Maybe I should have asked around, but the spray came out fine, luckily.
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Thank you so much for telling what I should have done, that is so helpful! I will go out and buy another set of headlights since you've told me the right way to do this! But you're right, it is a SIMILAR look but not the look I'm going for, so I can actually save my money.
LOL, that is so helpful!
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      04-03-2014, 09:41 AM   #28
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When I had my windows tinted the guy tried to get me to let him tint all the lights and reflectors as well. I declined (AW) but was wondering why you didn't just go that route instead of spray?
I did ask my tint guys about that, but they don't do headlights. They claim heat is a problem over the long haul. Maybe I should have asked around, but the spray came out fine, luckily.
Are you gonna do the rears and reflectors as well?
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      04-03-2014, 09:58 AM   #29
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Are you gonna do the rears and reflectors as well?
I posted this earlier,

I'm debating on the rear red reflector. I might go whole hog and have a body shop I trust fill in the reflector hole completely, or just paint the reflector. Decisions.

I'll wait until I decide on how to handle the rear reflector before I proceed/not proceed with the tail lights.
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      04-03-2014, 12:30 PM   #30
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I posted this earlier,

I'm debating on the rear red reflector. I might go whole hog and have a body shop I trust fill in the reflector hole completely, or just paint the reflector. Decisions.

I'll wait until I decide on how to handle the rear reflector before I proceed/not proceed with the tail lights.
you can always tint rear lights first to see if you like the look and then you decide if you gonna paint them/ leave as is or took tint off
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      04-03-2014, 01:17 PM   #31
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Thank you so much for telling what I should have done, that is so helpful! I will go out and buy another set of headlights since you've told me the right way to do this! But you're right, it is a SIMILAR look but not the look I'm going for, so I can actually save my money.
You own a $100,000 car, and you're worried about something that would probably cost $200 a light? Let me guess, you pump regular gas too?
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      04-03-2014, 01:17 PM   #32
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I posted this earlier,

I'm debating on the rear red reflector. I might go whole hog and have a body shop I trust fill in the reflector hole completely, or just paint the reflector. Decisions.

I'll wait until I decide on how to handle the rear reflector before I proceed/not proceed with the tail lights.
I did the IND painted rear reflectors, Im still on the fence if I like it because it sits in so deep. Filling it in would be the best option I think. Ill reserve judgement on mine until I get it cleaned up.
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      04-03-2014, 01:34 PM   #33
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You own a $100,000 car, and you're worried about something that would probably cost $200 a light? Let me guess, you pump regular gas too?
What am I worried about? I'm happy with the results, what is going to cost me $200 a light? You do recognize sarcasm when you read it, I hope?
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What am I worried about? I'm happy with the results, what is going to cost me $200 a light? You do recognize sarcasm when you read it, I hope?
You were being sarcastic about trying to save money? You do recognize you make no sense, I hope. Why are you replying without reading what I quoted?
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      04-03-2014, 01:44 PM   #35
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Why are you replying without reading what I quoted?
I wrote what you quoted. What are you saying will cost me $200 a light? I really don't know what you are talking about.
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      04-03-2014, 02:32 PM   #36
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Why are you replying without reading what I quoted?
I wrote what you quoted. What are you saying will cost me $200 a light? I really don't know what you are talking about.


Sorry couldn't help myself.
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Sorry couldn't help myself.
Oh, I enjoy watching these kinds of things too! I knew he was baiting me from the start, but I took a deep breath and dove in. I don't think he can answer my question without ending the discussion. Sorry you popped the corn for nothing.
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I wrote what you quoted. What are you saying will cost me $200 a light? I really don't know what you are talking about.
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