Black Out Lights. Bad Deal/Idea? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

Pk · 01-20-2010, 09:51 AM

So Im thinking of blacking my car out, rims, tint, light panels, chevy emblem etc. Is this a bad deal for the light panels? Also Im wondering if this is illegal at night, and do they fit on HID headlights...

Heres the link. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2010-...Q5fAccessories

Thanks for reading my thread.

CamaroLover21 · 01-20-2010, 10:01 AM

i dont think it is a bad idea. i bought the covers for my tail lights.

Pk · 01-20-2010, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by CamaroLover21

i dont think it is a bad idea. i bought the covers for my tail lights.

Alright thanks, if anyone thinks im being a tightwod I'm not lol, I'm only 18.

papabearcamaro · 01-20-2010, 10:32 AM

Add says they can be removed for street driving and may not be legal in some states. In MY opinion,I wouldnt do anything to hinder the brightness of headlights or tail lights. Try explaining that to the insurance company if you are in an accident.
Sometimes,changing things to make your car "your own" is'nt worth the trouble if something happends. Plus (my opinion again) black rims,lights,etc. looks crappy to me. Black wheels are plain ack.

Pk · 01-20-2010, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by papabearcamaro

Add says they can be removed for street driving and may not be legal in some states. In MY opinion,I wouldnt do anything to hinder the brightness of headlights or tail lights. Try explaining that to the insurance company if you are in an accident.
Sometimes,changing things to make your car "your own" is'nt worth the trouble if something happends. Plus (my opinion again) black rims,lights,etc. looks crappy to me. Black wheels are plain ack.

Well I apprecitate your input, but thats your opinion, and I will just remove them if I decide to drive during the night, I'll post pics of what it looks like when its finished, I've seen a lot of crappy blacked out cars, but what I have in mind is going to look nice, I'm doing a 2" drop also.

hrpiii · 01-20-2010, 10:36 AM

I would go with some Headlightarmor then.

Pk · 01-20-2010, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by hrpiii

I would go with some Headlightarmor then.

Whats the difference in that and the blackouts?

Pk · 01-20-2010, 10:40 AM

Is it decals or something like that?

tlc9193 · 01-20-2010, 10:43 AM

If you review the GTS headlight covers, they claim NOT to use with HID lights. You may want to check on this. I have the whole blackout kit from GTS and they work great, even at night. Not sure about your HID's though.

tom692010 · 01-20-2010, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Pk

Alright thanks, if anyone thinks im being a tightwod I'm not lol, I'm only 18.

What the heck are U talking about? no one said that. I can picture maybe for the first month removing the headlight covers at night after that ...

bigwormgraphix · 01-20-2010, 10:51 AM

We carry a material that is transparant vinyl, but it is 5 times as thick as regular vinyl. Once it is heated it will conform to the curve of the tail light lens and can be installed in around 5 to 10 minutes. It can be removed with no damage to the lens, but not reinstalled once it has been removed. I've showed the product to a couple of police departments in this area and all police officers asked said it would not be something they would give you a ticket for, but laws are different from state to state - so if you are concerned check with your local police department first. It's available as a complete kit or for individual lights. This month only use coupon code "jan10" for 20% off the price on the web site. After the discount a tail light only kit is under $32. All the product has a minimum life span of 5 years. Below are some pics:

Pk · 01-20-2010, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by tlc9193

If you review the GTS headlight covers, they claim NOT to use with HID lights. You may want to check on this. I have the whole blackout kit from GTS and they work great, even at night. Not sure about your HID's though.

ok thanks a lot... and I was saying the tightwod thing because $174 isnt much to a lot of people but it is when I'm 18 and pay for my own stuff lol

bigwormgraphix · 01-20-2010, 10:57 AM

Our complete kit is less than $60 with the coupon code.

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Originally Posted by Pk

ok thanks a lot... and I was saying the tightwod thing because $174 isnt much to a lot of people but it is when I'm 18 and pay for my own stuff lol

hrpiii · 01-20-2010, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Pk

Whats the difference in that and the blackouts?

http://www.headlightarmor.com/chevro...ting-kits.aspx

Detailed Description

Headlight Armor High Performance Lighting Protection kits are designed to cover and protect your vehicles lights from the ravages of the road and adverse weather. They are made from durable impact resistant 20mil high performance clear or tinted material with a clear acrylic adhesive backing that you apply to your lights. We have a comprehensive step by step DIY photo section with lots of pictures here. This is the same type of material used by racers to protect their lights at speeds over 150mph! A necessity for those participating in track days or HPDE. The tough films help protect against everyday road hazards that can damage and destroy your vehicle's very expensive lights, such as gravel, winter road salt/sand, and road debris.

01-20-2010, 09:51 AM	#1
Pk Account Suspended Drives: Black 1SS/RS, 02 Skyline R34 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Cloud 9 Posts: 71	Black Out Lights. Bad Deal/Idea? So Im thinking of blacking my car out, rims, tint, light panels, chevy emblem etc. Is this a bad deal for the light panels? Also Im wondering if this is illegal at night, and do they fit on HID headlights... Heres the link. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2010-...Q5fAccessories Thanks for reading my thread.

01-20-2010, 10:01 AM	#2
CamaroLover21 Drives: 2018 RS Summit White Camaro Join Date: May 2009 Location: Plantation, Florida Posts: 218 View My Garage	i dont think it is a bad idea. i bought the covers for my tail lights. __________________

01-20-2010, 10:32 AM	#4
papabearcamaro Drives: 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 4x4 Z71 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: WI. Posts: 1,744	Add says they can be removed for street driving and may not be legal in some states. In MY opinion,I wouldnt do anything to hinder the brightness of headlights or tail lights. Try explaining that to the insurance company if you are in an accident. Sometimes,changing things to make your car "your own" is'nt worth the trouble if something happends. Plus (my opinion again) black rims,lights,etc. looks crappy to me. Black wheels are plain ack. __________________ SOLD(Traded for 2012 Silverado Z71 4x4 and 2012 Sonic Hatch.)...2010 Camaro 1SS/RS/LS3,yellow with House of Kolor Tangerine Pearl rally stripes,manual trans.Hurst short throw shifter,4 pack rally gauges,Roto-Fab air intake,Kooks long tube headers with high-flow cats,Borla S-Type catback exhaust,Comp Cam,PRC ported heads,Maggie with 3.6 pulley and 1:1 cog drive,secondary fuel system with 65lb injectors,ADM digital A/F and Boost gauge,Pfadt trailing arms and subframe bushings.614.25rwhp/566.82rwtq on 8# of boost. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 EX.Cab 4X4 Z71.

01-20-2010, 10:51 AM	#11
bigwormgraphix Account Suspended Drives: 1991 Z28, 2015 SS & 2017 SS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Fort Worth, Tx Posts: 800	We carry a material that is transparant vinyl, but it is 5 times as thick as regular vinyl. Once it is heated it will conform to the curve of the tail light lens and can be installed in around 5 to 10 minutes. It can be removed with no damage to the lens, but not reinstalled once it has been removed. I've showed the product to a couple of police departments in this area and all police officers asked said it would not be something they would give you a ticket for, but laws are different from state to state - so if you are concerned check with your local police department first. It's available as a complete kit or for individual lights. This month only use coupon code "jan10" for 20% off the price on the web site. After the discount a tail light only kit is under $32. All the product has a minimum life span of 5 years. Below are some pics: Last edited by bigwormgraphix; 01-20-2010 at 01:49 PM.

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tlc9193 The Original Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Lafayette, LA Posts: 329 View My Garage	If you review the GTS headlight covers, they claim NOT to use with HID lights. You may want to check on this. I have the whole blackout kit from GTS and they work great, even at night. Not sure about your HID's though.