Hey guys,
Seems there's definitely some interest. I'd like to see if we can get a group buy on headlight mods going. The minimum is 10 people so spread the word!
Regular sale thread with pics/details/pricing here (does not including cost for EvoX-R projectors, we'll figure that out if anyone is interested)
http://www.evoxforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50988
Group Buy Rates
10-19 - $25 off
20+ - $40 off
Some notes -
So let's see if we can hit 10! Sign up below and let me know if you just want to be blacked out or if you'd be interested in EvoX-R upgrades as well. Example below:
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2012-March-21
UPDATED with Shipping/Packing/Work/etc. notes
Payment
Scheduling
Pre-removal
Shipping
Receiving packages
Work
Receiving returned headlights
Seems there's definitely some interest. I'd like to see if we can get a group buy on headlight mods going. The minimum is 10 people so spread the word!
Regular sale thread with pics/details/pricing here (does not including cost for EvoX-R projectors, we'll figure that out if anyone is interested)
http://www.evoxforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=50988
Group Buy Rates
10-19 - $25 off
20+ - $40 off
Some notes -
- Group buy is closed at 11:59PM on Sunday March 25 2012
- Once the GB is closed, if we have enough people I'll ask each to submit a 50% non-refundable deposit. The remaining 50% will be due when you send in your lights.
- Once we have a confirmed list of people, we can begin scheduling who sends lights when. I know everyone has different schedules (some DD their car, others can only do it on weekends, etc) so I will work closely with you all to ensure there are no hiccups or delays in getting finished lights back to you.
- Any EvoX-R projector upgrades you want done while the lights are open must be communicated to me in advance. The 50% deposit will be used to purchase the projectors and ensure they arrive before your lights do.
So let's see if we can hit 10! Sign up below and let me know if you just want to be blacked out or if you'd be interested in EvoX-R upgrades as well. Example below:
0. TTsumibishi (black out, projectors)
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2012-March-21
UPDATED with Shipping/Packing/Work/etc. notes
Payment
- At close of group buy, at least 50% deposit is due to me. PM me for final price and paypal info.
- I need at least 3-4 days to order the projectors and have them shipped to me.
- Remaining payment is due when you send the headlights in. Feel free to just pay all at once if you want.
Scheduling
- Once paypal deposit (or full amount if you prefer) is sent, you can schedule a time to send headlights.
- Only time I'm absolutely NOT available is April 2-6. Before/after that I am available.
- Inform me if you want your stock projectors returned or not. It may add a pound or two to shipping weight on the way back. I'll wrap them as best I can in bubble wrap to prevent damage.
- If you don't want the stock projectors returned I can take care of them for you.
Pre-removal
- I may ask you guys, if you can, to mark current alignment of lights against a wall using painters tape or something similar.
- Test your headlights before sending them out. Test left/right turn signals, parking lights, high beams, DRLs. Let me know beforehand if anything is not working.
- While I do try to preserve alignment when installing EvoX-R the returned lights may need slight adjustments. See below.
Shipping
- Two boxes preferred. Ship to my work. Insure up to $700 or less if you prefer. If the box cannot fit in your evo please find better boxes to avoid delays in return shipping.
- Pack the boxes well. Keep the black plastic tabs AWAY from the edges of the boxes as best you can. There have been a few instances of a tab snapping off during shipment to me, and one during return shipping. I have epoxy that seems to hold the tab back on if it breaks en-route to me.
- If you have any aftermarket LED headlights in place (e.g. DRLs, etc) I suggest you remove them before packing headlights. I've seen them fall off during shipping.
- Bubble wrap is great, so is packing peanuts. Take into account weight of packing material -- it can increase shipping costs on both of us.
Receiving packages
- The packages come to my work so I don't need to sign for them. There's a secure locked mail room at front desk where I pick them up.
- Once I receive them I'll open and inspect them for damage. The most common issues I see are broken tabs (where the bolts go through) and bent metal brackets (just bend back into shape). Anything out of the ordinary I will PM you for input on.
- One LED-style DRL had most of its SMD LEDs fall off inside the headlight. See packing recommendations above.
- I do test headlights when I receive them to ensure bulbs, ballasts, etc work before they go into the oven and before I ship them back out. I built a test harness for this reason. If they arrive and are not in working order I will PM you before I begin work so you are aware.
Work
- Black out is usually done first day. EvoX-R projectors by second day at the latest.
- I usually air-can spray the headlights down to remove dust. Last set I did had a little dust on the inside of the headlight upon return. I'll do my best to avoid this from occuring again. I wear latex gloves when handling pieces to avoid fingerprint transfer.
- Pre/post bulb testing occurs when received and before returning (see above)
Receiving returned headlights
- Inspect for damage
- Plug in/test befor you re-attach bumper
- Make sure to check alignment against a wall. There are two 10mm alignment bolts on the back of the headlight. I will try to preserve alignment as best I can when painting headlights and installing EvoX-R but some adjustment may be necessary on your part.
- Test turn signals, parking lights, HIDs and high beams. Make sure no issues occurred during return shipping.