Just a tip, if your silicone smells like vinegar then it is acidic and not great around metal or electronics. You might have trouble weeks, months or years later with corrosion from that if it is acidic. A safe sealant would be Permatex Ultra-Black RTV. There is also "The Right Stuff" but it is not said to be sensor safe. That Ultra-Black RTV is sensor and electronic safe, non-corrosive and re-workable (meaning you can remove it if necessary). You could even pot the back of your LEDs or circuit boards with a small amount and remove it later if you needed to. Test it out, it works.
@@arva1kes Well, I guess the weight of the transmission would be fine on the pan for some transmissions, but the number of transmission bolts doesn't even come into play here as it is the entire pan transferring the force directly. And some transmissions, like the NAG1/722.6, they don't use RTV, they have a rubber gasket that will be destroyed if you apply too much force on it. I think the clamping force of the 6 bolts is 8Nm... about 6ft/lbs... An older gasket certainly won't survive, especially if you distribute the 300lbs transmission weight unevenly. Maybe a newer one can but that is a lot of weight on a rubber gasket even if the load is distributed around the perimeter evenly.
I put on 2 MP8 pan today, 18ftlbs20°. I lace all corners, and the furst one got a thin 3/32Ish line all Round as it felt a BIT smoother than I prefer. But at 3-400$ each. They get reused until it takes a fat blade to remove, or get seriously injured otherwise.
@@arva1kes hey, I think I got mixed up on what the original post was so my last reply was probably not making any sense. The RTV that mechanics use is fine but you need to pay attention to its intended use. Any RTV or silicone sealant that has a vinegar smell is not safe around electronics. Some of them will start to smell as they set but Ultra-Black RTV is sensor safe and electronics safe.
The wiring is a hand made controller. I'm working on one that people can get online and program. As for the brakes and turns. The turn signals have priority over the brakes. For example if the left signal was on the right brake would be lit when pressed and the left signal would keep sequence. Once signal goes off it acts as a brake again.
Are you doing the full conversion with the rear quarter glass or the bumpers and side skirts? I love how so much can be changed around on this car from the different models and makes. It's like stealth 3000gt legos
They look awesome. Makes me want to go pull the tail lights off my parts car and tear them open and makes me wonder what I might be able to do to make the headlights match. So many ideas now lol.
I have to tell you that was an amazing video. Your design process was extremely well thought out and looked amazing. The materials you use to create the tail lights were really well done I, especially like the stainless steel bowls. One thing I would have liked you to cover is how you made the turn signals sequential or did I miss that part? I really like that you took your time and you were very methodical with each process. Well done now as far as your problem. If you have a problem then I have a problem. I have three Subaru Vortex XT and the only reason I don’t have more is because I don’t have a longer driveway. And I will concede that you don’t have a problem if we can agree that I don’t have a problem!
This is so damn cool! This is a huge inspiration for me as the aftermarket taillights I've wanted for my '78 911SC are always sold out. I don't even know if they make them anymore. I think I might try my hand at this at some point. Cheers, man!
Hopefully this helped give you the push to try making a set. I'm currently working on experimenting with making new lenses using a casting process. I would also like to play around with 3D scanning and printing of the insides.
@illusiveinu Oh hell yeah. Do you plan on making a video for that process? 3D priting definitely sounds like the way to go, but I'm assuming you'd need a higher res printer. What do you think would be the more effective option: a resin or filament printer?
I made the decision to open up, paint and frost my headlights on my Q50. I wasn't happy with the finished frosted look of the upper (eyebrow) DRL lens. The lens has a reeded texture that's acts as a light diffuser, so I sanded the lens by hand and made them smooth as a freshly shaven ball sack. All by hand. It's crazy what us car guys will do!
I still dont get why the ebay guy wants 600$ for my 99 S10 headlights..i GET its tons of intricate work, but i just cant do the VERY SIMPLE job myself due to corneal transplants. Ive done custom lighting in 5 million dollar homes, countless bars and restaurants, etc. I just dont see 600.. but then again ; i dont SEE much at all! Lol. Guess i get it, its niche, but not nearly as niche as vr4 stuff! Sh*+..ok; guess ill just pay the guy lol. Hope his work is as nice as Yours!!!
Your lights are Illegal in my opinion because when you turn on your sequential turn signal while stopped at a light how could the brakes and turn signal be activated at the same time? Should have in retrospect kept the first circle as the brake light and the one in the middle and the right circle to be your sequential turn signals. Good Job BTW with the soldering.
They seem a pinch too bright when not braking. You should have it to where they're that bright when braking, but dim 20 percent during driving. Sorry just being honest.
Just so you know, at least here in the US, a red reflector in required somewhere in the rear of the vehicle. I learned this way back in the day when cops started pulling people when those ugly frosted Euro taillights were a thing. I doubt that it is enforced anymore and It's something I'd do knowing the law.
This video was absolutely amazing and well executed and with awesome illustrations showing all the steps and techniques and supplies necessary for the project. Also you gave warnings of the dos and don’ts so that all the steps come out correctly without any issues. It is also quite obvious on a project like this especially if it is your first time at trying something like this that you should take your time and always double check before trimming or cutting or drilling holes make sure by double checking as you did so that you have a good outcome with the end product. Absolutely an incredible well thought out and executed video one of the best I have seen on RU-vid.
Awesome video, I’m brand new to cars and have a 98 3000gt base. Saw this and want to try it but know nothing about electrical work or wiring. Were you able to figure out a plug and play system yet?
do you know the electronic device that allows the rear low beam to go off, when the brake light is on .. because the low beam of my car is blue so it's not good if two lights are on at the same time.
Can you see the turn signal w/ brakes applied? Like when you're in the turn lane at a stop light..... Or you need to slow down before turning into a parking lot.... What happens then?
Very nice design looks magnificent total transformation you need to do all car types there's even a Web sight to get funds for theses types of business ideas I know you have the skills to put it all together good luck hope you go for it as you have shorly got it UPMOST BEST FOR THE FUTURE 😮😮😮😊😊
That is an awful lot of wires coming out of your led's X's. Your two circuits you should only have 3 or 4 wires. You should have connected them all in series. One leg of the LED (-) soldered to the next (+), straight down the line. What you did work but took way too much time I am sure compared to just doing it the right wait as they were designed to be used.
Can you work on my Lexus gs 300 awd 2006 tail lights? I’ve been going through such a rough time trying to find someone that can work them plz how much?
Awesome video, it's great having the process explained in detail and being able to see almost everything unfold from start to finish! This is definitely inspiring me to make a custom set of lights for my car. As one of the other comments mentioned however, it would have been great to see the wiring for the LEDs and how the electronics side of things works, though I do understand that could have made it quite a lengthy video. Awesome work nonetheless, love the lights, and again a great video!
Yeah definitely try it. If you can find a junkyard set of lights to work with is good because if you happen to mess up you didn't damage your good set. And don't be scared to change your mind on how you want them to look because I did many time. Even now I want to add to them.
It's a hand built controller using relays and controlled timers. I am working on a new controller that uses something people can buy online and download programs
Everything looks so damn well made to a point I thought you made the new covers not sanding them down and the best part was seeing how it turned this amazing from old nostalgic reflector looking covers into completely smooth transparent cover
Another great video Lucas. what sequential controller did you use ? amazon ? lol. love how it all came together bro. don't feel bad about the 3000GT collection, i have 3 spare s14s for my one daily, and 4 back up SRT4 neons for my daily lol.
The controller is something I built. You have a honey pot with all the s14s. Im looking to get one for myself but trying to find a good one can get a bit rough.
@illusive inu lol if you where closer to Jacksonville Fl I'm sure we could work something out for one of these rollers with a clean body and title lol.
Cool video, why would you show us the finish sanding and skip the more technical part of wiring the LEDs? I know other have said the LED part, but watching sanding is dull video filler and the tech part was completely skipped. Thanks for the video though.
I am currently working on an update to this video with a programmable lighting controller. The one I made for this video was a hand built circuit board I make a few years ago using relays, resistors, diodes, timers, etc and so on. The new controller is an all in one with computer programming.
are these kind of mods road legal? I know for sure that in Europe this ones would not be considered legal but I have no idea anywhere else in the world. in any case, AMAZING job, they look amazing!
Great video definitely going to do it to my 3000, been thinking for a year now what can I do to the tail lights , now I know. I also like how do you represent the DIY guys that actually do custom work which is different than the bolt on boys 😂😂
Thank you. And yeah I love digging into DIY. I learn from watching others build. So may great people online have given me the ability to try making things for myself.
Also, do you know why there are no tail lights with ultra smooth plastic? Those little bumps and ridges that you sanded off are lenses. The lenses are a safety feature of the taillight, they direct light to all of the angles that are not the immediate 15º directly behind you. Can people in other lanes even see when you put your signal on?
Step by step. Yea, I can finally see the wiring part that everyone skips! Video: now we just gotta wire it up......And it's wired up. What, I think you missed a few of those step by step. That is the most essential part of the whole process. If you don't know how to do that you can't do any of it.
Very ingenious design and detailed tutorial. It's amazing you sourced everything to fit inside those cup holders. Nice car too. I didn't even realize it was a Mits because those flares change the look so much. Pretty sick if you ask me. I'm looking for a tuner for my 6G75 swap into a 97' Montero if you know anyone. I'm hoping to complete it this spring.
2 aint an problem 3 begins a problem 4th def a problem 5th sir i gotta say loved the true tutorial would love to know more about resistors and stuff cuz im thinking about making custom headlight for a couple of my cars and i definally need to know the seq turnsignals setup i thougth about a 2nd row with only 2 of each
Great video. I love seeing these 3000gt. Back in the day the GTO was my go to car for most races in Gran Turismo 1 and it holds a special place. Though I don’t ever see myself owning one.
That's sick!! 😊 I'm sure you get asked a lot where you got them? I wish I had more knowledge with wiring so I can make custom lights. Again, awesome job!
I am working on an upgraded version of the wiring I plan to post with a file that can be downloaded and is plug and play with the cars factory setup. The main reason I didn't show the wiring side is I didn't want people to accidentally destroy their factory wiring since my version 1 was not plug and play. I have multiple parts cars so I modified the turn signal switch, flasher relays, and body control harness.
True true. But since this video I have upgraded the work bench and overhead lighting. Just added heavy duty overhead shelving, 12 more feet of table top and 17 eight foot 5000k led lights. 👍
beaUTIFUL JOB..I got a kia k5 a few months ago and i am working on custom tails and a a custom driving light in the front..its got great looking lights as is but i got a few ideas..i gotta changed the driving lights in the front to rgb for sure and rears is an antire bar across the back i wanna do something cool with, maybe a rotating circle across the entire back with blinkers, etc.
First time viewer! 🤜🏼🤛🏼😎🍀🇦🇺 Really looks stunning in the end. Awesome work and beautifully put into a tutorial. I’m keen to sand and 2Pac clear the inside of my mk1 TT’s headlights. I did the outside the same three years ago and they still look just as good as the day I painted them.
I don't have a 3kgt but I have been looking everywhere for a way to do something like this for my starion and this video helped so much! I appreciate you taking the time to make this!!! Where did you get the 5mm LED's?
I love using that hvac ducting tape whenever possible 😂 lights turned out awesome! I learned a quite a few things that i look forward to using down the road. Thanks for sharing such a great tutorial 🤙
I thick it would look good and realy catch your eye if the three Xs would rotate when you hit the brake. Fill the centres with LEDs and use a light chaser to rotate the X.
