Crystal Black Clear Headlights - Page 2

Ajaxus · 07-23-2008, 04:40 PM

Technically speaking, TYC is the knockoff..they came out with their model long after these came out on ebay.

SikMindz · 07-23-2008, 04:43 PM

I don't have experieince with these but I agree with the poster before AJ. TYC is a top notch company and are used by some of auto manufacturers to product OEM or OEM compliant parts.

KhellendrosxS · 07-23-2008, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ajaxus

Technically speaking, TYC is the knockoff..they came out with their model long after these came out on ebay.

I stand corrected. However I havent heard anything bad about TYC and I just got mine from Jared and looked at the seal on them and it looks really good. I suppose time will tell thought.

Ajaxus · 07-23-2008, 05:20 PM

I'm not saying there's anything wrong with TYC's..hell, I wish I had those instead of one of the original sets..just pointin out one small minor technicality is all..

Lanc1988 · 07-23-2008, 06:50 PM

ok.. thanks for all the information

CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN · 07-23-2008, 07:08 PM

you can defintely see the difference during the day with the chrome behind corner reflector versus blk behing the corner reflector.

at night a little less noticeable with maybe and i say maybe a wee smig better lighting coming from reflector with chrome behind it.

don't be fooled that seal may look tight but it only took less then the thickness of a piece of paper for mine TYC 's to leak. any maker of lights aftermarket or factor has the possibility to leak.

CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN · 07-25-2008, 12:02 AM

if you have not gotten your headlights yet . i can look in my shed at the boxes to get exact part numbers etc etc for the TYC brand of the headlights.

now i got mine from ZOMKSPEED or x3racing are both one in the same. but who ever you get them from give them the info i get you tommorrow and that they go to check to see what brand/manuafacture made there headlights.

Lanc1988 · 07-25-2008, 07:55 PM

i havent got them yet.. i think i found some though.. just emailed the seller to make sure its black behind the reflector

CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN · 07-25-2008, 08:23 PM

remember JUST TO BE SAFE and save possible headaches before you install. add some more clear silicone around back of headlights, use your 3 - factory adjusters , and if still good use your factory rubber moldings.

Lanc1988 · 07-25-2008, 08:28 PM

where can i get clear silicone at? a hardware store or somewhere like walmart?

thanks for the info

CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN · 07-25-2008, 10:21 PM

yes or any hardware store. about the size and shape of a tooth paste tube. makesure it is sealant not glue.

Lanc1988 · 07-26-2008, 02:12 PM

still waiting on the seller to confirm if its black or chrome behind the reflector, but looking at the picture it is black behind it right?:

Ajaxus · 07-26-2008, 05:57 PM

does it really focking matter either way? Nobody is going to be up against your car squinting at the edges of the reflector checking the color behind it..if it looks good then it looks good, pretty fockin simple.

Lanc1988 · 07-26-2008, 06:05 PM

sorry i offended you.. i just figured after reading everyone's advice that i should get the black behind the reflector because they recommended it...

CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN · 07-26-2008, 06:13 PM

tuff to say top headlight i can not tell bottom headlight i would say blk . what's the full ebay number.

if those are made by TYC , because they can be made by serveral companies, her are the part numbers for TYC made version >> 20-5540-A5-6B - left
and 20-5539-A5-6B - right

Lanc1988 · 07-26-2008, 06:17 PM

heres the link
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=250274434578

DrFabulous · 07-26-2008, 06:28 PM

I've had both the TYC and non-TYC black headlight/clear corners, and they both were completely flawless. Only difference I noticed between the two is that the non TYC that I got have phillips heads for the beam adjusters instead of the torx bit or whatever.

CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN · 07-26-2008, 06:34 PM

the ones your checking on are made by JDM . now i have heard that name mentioned before on this website . just do not know what it was in reference to or whether it was good or bad.

jurgs2007 · 07-26-2008, 09:49 PM

well, they look identical to the ones i just sold, except for the white reflector was amber. same stripe things on them and everything. i loved them, but i wanted projectors more than the black ones. they didnt seem to have a moisture problem. i would say that when you get them, stick bulbs in the sockets, and take a high pressure hose to them in the sun. if they start steaming up, then you obviously got yourself a leaky light, and i would tell the seller about it, because this can be considered a defect.

Lanc1988 · 07-27-2008, 08:38 PM

just got an answer from the seller and he confirmed they are black behind reflector so i just bought them.. thanks again for everyones help!

07-26-2008, 06:13 PM	#35
CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN CUSTOM gagt BADHABIT AKA: Troy Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Dartmouth Nova-Scotia Canada Age: 59 Posts: 1,185 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	tuff to say top headlight i can not tell bottom headlight i would say blk . what's the full ebay number. if those are made by TYC , because they can be made by serveral companies, her are the part numbers for TYC made version >> 20-5540-A5-6B - left and 20-5539-A5-6B - right Last edited by CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN; 07-26-2008 at 06:21 PM.

07-26-2008, 06:28 PM	#37
DrFabulous FIGJAM AKA: Matt Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: MN Posts: 9,675 Vehicle: Acura\|Chevy\|Porsche	I've had both the TYC and non-TYC black headlight/clear corners, and they both were completely flawless. Only difference I noticed between the two is that the non TYC that I got have phillips heads for the beam adjusters instead of the torx bit or whatever. __________________ '18 Acura MDX Kid hauler '15 Chevrolet Tahoe Toy Hauler '01 Porsche Boxster Project

07-26-2008, 09:49 PM	#39
jurgs2007 DFD Volunteer AKA: Dustin Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Dalton, WI Age: 33 Posts: 440 Vehicle: 1999 Grand Am GT Sedan	well, they look identical to the ones i just sold, except for the white reflector was amber. same stripe things on them and everything. i loved them, but i wanted projectors more than the black ones. they didnt seem to have a moisture problem. i would say that when you get them, stick bulbs in the sockets, and take a high pressure hose to them in the sun. if they start steaming up, then you obviously got yourself a leaky light, and i would tell the seller about it, because this can be considered a defect. __________________ -J-U-R-G-S- GOLD '99 GAGT: CAI, 62mm TB, tuned PCM, KYB GR2 struts, Intrax Springs,Sumitomo HTRZ IIs on black MODA 18's, C/F hood, TYC taillights, black HID Halo projector headlights, halo fog lights, 3" antenna, custom exhaust, red interior lights, pillar pod gauges, GT emblem on inside of trunk lid, custom upholstery of front and rear seats, Redline boots and arm rest cover,Legacy deck with kenwood system

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07-23-2008, 06:50 PM	#25
Lanc1988 GAGT - Member AKA: Lance Join Date: May 2005 Location: United States Posts: 63 Vehicle: 2002 Grand AM GT1	ok.. thanks for all the information

07-23-2008, 07:08 PM	#26
CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN CUSTOM gagt BADHABIT AKA: Troy Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Dartmouth Nova-Scotia Canada Age: 59 Posts: 1,185 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	you can defintely see the difference during the day with the chrome behind corner reflector versus blk behing the corner reflector. at night a little less noticeable with maybe and i say maybe a wee smig better lighting coming from reflector with chrome behind it. don't be fooled that seal may look tight but it only took less then the thickness of a piece of paper for mine TYC 's to leak. any maker of lights aftermarket or factor has the possibility to leak.

07-25-2008, 12:02 AM	#27
CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN CUSTOM gagt BADHABIT AKA: Troy Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Dartmouth Nova-Scotia Canada Age: 59 Posts: 1,185 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	if you have not gotten your headlights yet . i can look in my shed at the boxes to get exact part numbers etc etc for the TYC brand of the headlights. now i got mine from ZOMKSPEED or x3racing are both one in the same. but who ever you get them from give them the info i get you tommorrow and that they go to check to see what brand/manuafacture made there headlights.

07-25-2008, 07:55 PM	#28
Lanc1988 GAGT - Member AKA: Lance Join Date: May 2005 Location: United States Posts: 63 Vehicle: 2002 Grand AM GT1	i havent got them yet.. i think i found some though.. just emailed the seller to make sure its black behind the reflector

07-25-2008, 08:23 PM	#29
CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN CUSTOM gagt BADHABIT AKA: Troy Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Dartmouth Nova-Scotia Canada Age: 59 Posts: 1,185 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	remember JUST TO BE SAFE and save possible headaches before you install. add some more clear silicone around back of headlights, use your 3 - factory adjusters , and if still good use your factory rubber moldings.

07-25-2008, 08:28 PM	#30
Lanc1988 GAGT - Member AKA: Lance Join Date: May 2005 Location: United States Posts: 63 Vehicle: 2002 Grand AM GT1	where can i get clear silicone at? a hardware store or somewhere like walmart? thanks for the info

07-25-2008, 10:21 PM	#31
CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN CUSTOM gagt BADHABIT AKA: Troy Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Dartmouth Nova-Scotia Canada Age: 59 Posts: 1,185 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	yes or any hardware store. about the size and shape of a tooth paste tube. makesure it is sealant not glue.

07-26-2008, 02:12 PM	#32
Lanc1988 GAGT - Member AKA: Lance Join Date: May 2005 Location: United States Posts: 63 Vehicle: 2002 Grand AM GT1	still waiting on the seller to confirm if its black or chrome behind the reflector, but looking at the picture it is black behind it right?:

07-26-2008, 06:05 PM	#34
Lanc1988 GAGT - Member AKA: Lance Join Date: May 2005 Location: United States Posts: 63 Vehicle: 2002 Grand AM GT1	sorry i offended you.. i just figured after reading everyone's advice that i should get the black behind the reflector because they recommended it...

07-26-2008, 06:17 PM	#36
Lanc1988 GAGT - Member AKA: Lance Join Date: May 2005 Location: United States Posts: 63 Vehicle: 2002 Grand AM GT1	heres the link http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...m=250274434578

07-26-2008, 06:34 PM	#38
CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN CUSTOM gagt BADHABIT AKA: Troy Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Dartmouth Nova-Scotia Canada Age: 59 Posts: 1,185 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT Sedan	the ones your checking on are made by JDM . now i have heard that name mentioned before on this website . just do not know what it was in reference to or whether it was good or bad.

07-27-2008, 08:38 PM	#40
Lanc1988 GAGT - Member AKA: Lance Join Date: May 2005 Location: United States Posts: 63 Vehicle: 2002 Grand AM GT1	just got an answer from the seller and he confirmed they are black behind reflector so i just bought them.. thanks again for everyones help!