I'm new to the forum. Here's a pic of my 2010 equinox
Welcome aboard.Agon5757 said:I'm new to the forum. Here's a pic of my 2010 equinox
Yes,welcome.NY_Joe said:Welcome aboard.
One question...how are those taillights even legal? They are BLACK.
Looks like the stock 17" wheels that were powder coated..Superboy95 said:Love the rims - details?
Sorry, noob question.NoobNox said:Looks like the stock 17" wheels that were powder coated..
I have no idea, you'll have to ask Agon5757.Superboy95 said:Sorry, noob question.
How much does something like that cost?
how about painting the calipers a contrasting color? like red/or bright silver?Agon5757 said:I bought this light black out kit from auto zone for around 15 bucks. As far as i know, they're legal. I hope...
The rims are stock but I found this chrome black out kit from autozone for 16.
and i also painted the chevy emblems black. just Primer, gloss and clearcoat.
My stock calipers ARE "bright" silver.KANWAR said:how about painting the calipers a contrasting color? like red/or bright silver?
wow really! ya thanks, we all do, mean more of a chrome look, with more of a glossy finish for more pop.RIT333 said:My stock calipers ARE "bright" silver.
When its time for me to change my pads im going to paint mine goldKANWAR said:how about painting the calipers a contrasting color? like red/or bright silver?
Just so you know, blackout kits are illegal in every state. If you read the packaging you will find the words "For off road use only", " Before installing check local laws", or some disclaimer to that effect.Agon5757 said:I bought this light black out kit from auto zone for around 15 bucks. As far as i know, they're legal. I hope...
The rims are stock but I found this chrome black out kit from autozone for 16.
and i also painted the chevy emblems black. just Primer, gloss and clearcoat.
Yeah, I completely agree. There often lies a delicate balance between modifications to the car and their subsequent effects on road safety.Black Granite LTZ said:Just so you know, blackout kits are illegal in every state. If you read the packaging you will find the words "For off road use only", " Before installing check local laws", or some disclaimer to that effect.
The Feds set the requirements for tail and brake light visibility and the automakers are required to abide by that requirement. When you add a tinted cover or spray tint to a stock light assembly, it reduces the distance that it can be seen. Just because it can be seen from X number of feet is irrelevant. It has to have a certain brightness from X number of feet that the stock assemblies meet.
That being said, enforcement of the laws concerning blackouts is an entirely different matter. You may never have an issue or you could have one tomorrow. It's a crapshoot. Unless you add higher intensity bulbs to offset the tint or aftermarket LED assemblies (none available for the Nox or Terrain yet that i'm aware of) it becomes a safety issue as it reduces the amount of time the guy behind you has to react to the brake lights. This is especially bad in bright daylight. If someone rear ends you it could become a major issue with an insurance claim.
To me it's a little like saying to a passing cop "hey look at my lights, pull me over". I hope you don't have any issues but just be aware it could happen.
here is a shot of mineDave25 said:Welcome to the boards. Not a fan of flat finished tinted tails. I also prefer the reverse lights be clear still. I still like it though.
Wheels look good. Im wondering if they are just painted rather than powder coated. Its hard to tell off the bat, but over time it will be more apparent.
Our bulbs are nothing special, LED kits have been availalbe for years on the rear. I have them for reverse, and have had them installed over a year w/o issuesBlack Granite LTZ said:Just so you know, blackout kits are illegal in every state. If you read the packaging you will find the words "For off road use only", " Before installing check local laws", or some disclaimer to that effect.
The Feds set the requirements for tail and brake light visibility and the automakers are required to abide by that requirement. When you add a tinted cover or spray tint to a stock light assembly, it reduces the distance that it can be seen. Just because it can be seen from X number of feet is irrelevant. It has to have a certain brightness from X number of feet that the stock assemblies meet.
That being said, enforcement of the laws concerning blackouts is an entirely different matter. You may never have an issue or you could have one tomorrow. It's a crapshoot. Unless you add higher intensity bulbs to offset the tint or aftermarket LED assemblies (none available for the Nox or Terrain yet that i'm aware of) it becomes a safety issue as it reduces the amount of time the guy behind you has to react to the brake lights. This is especially bad in bright daylight. If someone rear ends you it could become a major issue with an insurance claim.
To me it's a little like saying to a passing cop "hey look at my lights, pull me over". I hope you don't have any issues but just be aware it could happen.
Exactly what I was going to recommend. I had a body shop do this on my Grand Prix GTP and Chevy Avalanche tail lights and they came out great. It is very difficult to get the same smooth glossy results with a rattle can.pawjr74 said:The best way to black out the headlights or tail lights is to use a tinted clear coat. You'll need to prep the lamp for paint, (It's best to remove the lamps from the vehicle) then you mix in a little black base directly into the clear coat. How much black you add controls how dark the lamps get. For headlamps you'd want to use very little base, for tail lamps you can go a little darker. Using clear coat the lamps come out glossy.