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Marks DQC
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8/30/2001
06:47:53
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I have found two different makers of clear from corner lights, Altezza and APC. The Altezzas are listed for $44 and the APC's are $70. I was wondering about the fit, quality, finish of the Altezza's vs. APC's. Has anyone looked at the two? Why such a big difference in price?
Thanks in advance.
2001 Dakota Quad Cab SLT , 4.7L, Auto, Garnet Red over Slate, Zaino, Tint, Vent Guard, Gaylords Lid
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SinCity R/T
Dodge Dakota
8/30/2001
13:32:58
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I've only seen clear corners from APC, I believe they're both the same lights. I have APC's on my Silver R/T and they look great!
If you can wait a few days for bidding to wrap up, I'd recommend checking e-bay for these corner lights - do a search for dodge dakota and you'll see plenty of sets. I picked up mine for less than $40, though www.procarparts.com sells them everyday for $44.95 plus s/h. You can also find Xenon bulbs and Euro taillights readily from e-bay for at least half of retail if you don't mind waiting for bids to finish (and can put up with those punks who wait until 2 minutes left to bid).
FYI for anyone who is planning to buy a set of these: None of them come with instructions. Make sure they contain amber-colored replacement bulbs (4 large 2 small total) plus the new light sockets for the outside bulbs (for some reason the socket for the outermost connectors is not keyed/sized the same as the stock lights... My APC's came with new sockets that I had to splice in, but they work fine).
To install the lights, look for the single Torx (T-15 I believe) screw that's located in the upside down T-shaped gap between the headlight, the turn signal, and the corner piece. Remove this screw, and gently slide the entire corner assembly towards the front of the truck. There is a pair of tabs inserted into weatherstriping near where the lens sits next to the grille - just slide the rubber off the tabs. After you have the lights slid out all of the way, just replace the lens and bulbs. Be careful to not touch the bulbs with your bare skin, as your natural oils left behind (fingerprints) cause the bulbs to have a shorter life. Use a t-shirt or towel or something similar to pop in the bulbs.
Splice your new outer connector in where the old one used to be (careful, there isn't much slack), and then slide the entire assembly back into place. Notice there are multiple tabs/slots to guide the assembly, and don't forget to put the weatherstriping back into place. I replaced both of my lenses (with Xenon bulbs in the corner sockets) in less than 10 minutes.
SinCity R/T
2001 Silver CC R/T
Clear Lenses, Xenon bulbs all around, Euro Tails, Billet Grille above/below, Custom mats, K&N Intake, 40-series Flowmaster setup. Lookin' pretty, time to head into the performance bay.
Website for pix and detailed installation instructions for all of my mods on the way.
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Marks DQC
Gen III
8/30/2001
19:08:47
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The ones pro car parts sells are Altezza's. They list for $43.95 on their web site and they are selling many on EBay. It's good to know you are happy with the ones you got from Pro Car Parts on EBay. I have a bid in on some right now, although I expect to be out bid. Saw one pair go for $53. It's a little amusing when people don't do their homework and pay more than they need to.
Thanks.
2001 Dakota Quad Cab SLT , 4.7L, Auto, Garnet Red over Slate, Zaino, Tint, Vent Guard, Gaylords Lid
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tim
Dodge Dakota
8/31/2001
21:45:09
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I'll be so happy when you guys all get your lights from e-bay. Then I can catch a pair for under $40.00 also. I hate those last second guys!all excited then....nuts! Guess that's why they call it an auction.
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SinCity R/T
Dodge Dakota
9/01/2001
12:58:11
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It took me over three weeks of keeping a close eye on e-bay to get the prices I wanted... Having a bid all to yourself for 3 days just to watch it get overbid by some punk with 5 minutes left is disheartening at best, but with persistence I got amazing deals so in the end it all worked out... I guess even the biggest idiots forget to login once in awhile.
SinCity R/T
2001 Silver CC R/T
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Matt
Dodge Dakota
9/01/2001
15:45:49
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I know exactly what you mean. I finally grew impatient and just bought them direct from procarparts.com. Got them yesterday and put them on today. Installation couldn't be simpler (other than having to splice in that outside bulb...took a precious 3 minutes extra out of my day). Just make sure when you get them that you have a torx key wrench (don't know the size, but I have a fold out set) and 4 16 gauge butt connectors to splice the outside bulbs in.
I've got a white 4x4 Sport and hate the black bumper, especially with stainless grille inserts and clear signal lights. There's a guy on eBay (ebay id "ber97") that chrome finishes aftermarket bumpers for several lines of vehicles (including the dak) and he seems pretty reasonably priced (usually $130-140). Has anybody bought a bumper from him or know anything about the quality? Or does anybody know where else to buy a high quality chrome aftermarket bumper (not valance, just bumper) for a reasonable price?
Matt
2000 4x4 Sport 4.7 White
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kyle
Dodge Dakota
10/05/2001
04:56:40
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i have a 93 dakota and i've looked through 7 companies not one carry clear tailights can anyone help me out??
thanks
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von dutch
Dodge Dakota
10/05/2001
15:10:47
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Matt,
I have a 2001 Quad cab Slt that came with the chrome bumper and lower grey valance and replaced them with the rt fascia. I was thinking of selling the bumber, if you are interested(its brand new 2000 miles on it) but i dont have any idea on how to ship something like this. Interested?
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AcrophobiA
Dodge Dakota
10/05/2001
18:46:52
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I got mine from www.sportruck.com in the Shop section shortly after they were first released. They are made by Car Wear. I love them. They came with amber bulbs, but I left my clear bulbs in. It's been 2 years and no tickets.
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southshoreM5
Dodge Dakota
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1/23/2002
15:14:39
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I just got a pair of these in from procar parts - only came with the two small amber bulbs. Is there a part number for the large amber bulbs? Anything else I need to worry about?
Thanks in advance~
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SinCity R/T
Dodge Dakota
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1/24/2002
11:28:55
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The parking lights (smaller) are bulb #194, the turn signal bulbs (larger) are bulb #3157. You can pick these bulbs up at any Wal-Mart, Pep Boys, Autozone, etc. etc... They're common bulb sizes.
SinCity R/T
http://www.dakota-durango.com
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Torx
Dodge Dakota
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1/24/2002
16:15:11
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T10 screw
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Fillupd
Dodge Dakota
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1/24/2002
18:36:40
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http://home.ec.rr.com/blackdak/howto.htm#MBRP Check this out, it has info on clear corner installation. This came from the Performance Forum from Exhaust options by CALDAK
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Fillupd
Dodge Dakota
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1/24/2002
18:38:17
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Sorry, from the V8 Forum
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southshoreM5
Dodge Dakota
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1/25/2002
19:22:03
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Thanks for all your help folks! Hey - if you want to get rid of the "fried egg" effect of the amber bulbs in the clear lenses, I have uses VHT silver paint (a very light coat) over the bulbs - works great!
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Geoff
GenIII
1/26/2002
09:07:33
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I got the ones from procarparts and they leak, well water condenses inside, its not a big deal just annoying
Geoff
2000 3.9L RC Sport. Flame Red. 5-speed 3.55
Airaid , Vortex Muffler, F&B 48mm TB, 180 T-Stat, Autolite 3923s, IAT Adjuster
Clear Corners, SS Grill Insert, JBA Plug Wires, Underdrive Crank Pulley.
Hurst Competition Plus Shifter, Redline MTL & Gear Lube
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