New aftermarket black headlights? - Page 10

sicc · 08-25-2005, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Ajaxus

most people also speak english.

They do?

Ajaxus · 08-25-2005, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by sicc

They do?

good point.

im trying to see if its possible to track down the company that manufactures these. but the internet is a BIG place...this could take me years, i think i'll just give up..

Edit: I just noticed that despite the fact this guy's emails are not in proper english, there are no mistakes on his listings. Not that this means anything, just found it different. *shrug*

Twisted_Reality · 08-25-2005, 08:20 PM

I emailed him earlier today asking him for the name of the place in taiwan that makes the lights. Since taiwan is the response I got a few days ago. And this is the response I got from him just a few minutes ago.

the qurity is batter than the generation3 one.

I am not sure he has any clue whats going on.

Ajaxus · 08-25-2005, 08:21 PM

did you ask him where we can get the stuff he is smoking? sheesh this dude is sketchy.

Twisted_Reality · 08-25-2005, 08:26 PM

Yeah he really makes me wonder he seems really sketchy. I still really want the lights but man that guy really makes me think.

littleblackbug · 08-25-2005, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Twisted_Reality

the qurity is batter than the generation3 one.

Uhh...yeah...I don't think we're going to get anywhere with these guys. It's not looking too good. It looks like our only option is to wait until they put up a set under $200 and grab them then.

rickhigginshtbr · 08-25-2005, 08:27 PM

If they don't want to do a decent group buy for us, then none of us should order them until they do, simple as that. But what everyone has to remember is that getting mold's made for something like this is very costly. But, I do believe that even if they sell them for $150 they're still making plenty of money. I think everyone needs to understand that they need to stay in business, aside from giving us all a good deal.

I worked closely with an up-and-comming sneaker / sports apparel company. Went over all the bills, invoices, wrote up contracts, and put his sketches into photoshop to send to China to have the molds made. For a water bottle in the shape of a sneaker that held 24oz's, it cost $3000 US to have the mold made for it. But then again, they made the mold from an existing headlight and used different material's, which should hopefully bring the cost down.

So, yes, it isn't right that they jacked the price up so much so quickly. But, at the same time, they do need to make that money back, otherwise they're out of business. They're cost per piece is probably $75 - $80 due to the material's being used. I honestly say a group buy price of $175 shipped is fair for both parties. We get them for a good price, and they still make $50 ea pair in the group buy, which looks like what, 16 people now?

Sik, send this to them, see what they say... I'd really like to know the cost for the mold, and their cost of each... This is something I wish I thought of doing a year ago myself.

fraws · 08-25-2005, 09:22 PM

No reply as of yet, but it took two days thae last time for a reply....! I've read up to date with whats going on, and I hope you guys are wrong...We'll see!

LukeD · 08-25-2005, 10:28 PM

You guys are using some pretty fancy words in your e-mails to these guys. How about this:

Dear Mr. Chow,

Many people I know (16) want to buy your Grand Am Black Headlights. We can not buy however unless we each pay $200 shipped to us. 16 Grand Am Black Headlights for $3200. Can you do this for us? Thank you very much,

Luke

SikMindz · 08-25-2005, 10:38 PM

What about:

We want lights cheap. Cos they are hot. We are made in america.

GTLUVA · 08-25-2005, 10:44 PM

You know I think these lights are sexy but I'll guess I'll keep my stocker headlights in since the gm dealer gave me two brand new headlights under my warranty

about two weeks ago still look brand new

Twisted_Reality · 08-26-2005, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by SikMindz

What about:

We want lights cheap. Cos they are hot. We are made in america.

I still don't think he would get it he seems like he is short a couple of well everything

.

LukeD · 08-26-2005, 05:43 AM

I think I found the actual AutoDynasty number. I cant call today cause I'll be at work bu maybe someone on here can?

Auto Dynasty
626-452-9227

Ajaxus · 08-26-2005, 07:16 AM

make sure you guys remember im off the group buy list, since i grabbed the last pair under 200...so i think you're at 15.

rickhigginshtbr · 08-26-2005, 07:24 AM

wow, last night they had 2 sets around $200, now they have 2 sets at $240... ****head's.

Ajaxus · 08-26-2005, 07:44 AM

i only saw the one under 200, no clue who grabbed the other. probably a gaoc member.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/JDM-A...8469QQtcZphoto

15hp, omg, so funny.

RamAirGT22 · 08-26-2005, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Ajaxus

i only saw the one under 200, no clue who grabbed the other. probably a gaoc member.

Nope I got it. I need new headlights ASAP and was tired of this guy playing games...

Ajaxus · 08-26-2005, 09:27 AM

ding ding ding, we have a winner. got his home address and number thanks to ebay.

Dynasty import
4961 santa anita ave #D
Temple city CA 91780

(626)452-9227

*takes a bow*

now one of you cali boys go give our buddy a visit.

08-26-2005, 09:39 AM

Well I am still in on a group buy if it ever happens. I'll hold out until Christmastime when I am sure someone will buy them for me.

CUSTOMGAGT2000SEDAN · 08-26-2005, 10:28 AM

guys i see one set on there now . 240. do not be suprised if you don ' t see as many listed at one time or not at all for a while . as a way of making the buyers think . i better get them now or the next ones before there all gone. as long as just one person can ' t hold out and is buying the sellers will and can do what he wants with the price. REMEMBER the saying something like this > everything that goes around comes around again. as mentioned i am interested in them.
but will wait til hell freezes over before i pay a crazy price. this seller is only going to burn him self for future sales to those that are upset with him now and have the will power to wait til i descent seller of parts comes in to view. guys i buy alot of defintely rare stuff and you always see more later down the line reguardless of how limited the item is according to the seller.
let this seller sit on this lights . he'll reduce the price and move on to selling something esle at crazy prises. or we will find another seller of them .

Ajaxus · 08-26-2005, 10:41 AM

thats why we want a manufacturer. i already hunted down his company or home address. it shouldnt be that hard to get a manufacturer out of him if someone were to meet him face to face.

we could also make a stand and say we wont pay a penny over 200 a pair by just doing that, not buying the boosted prices. but you cant control the people not on this site that go onto ebay, see the item, like it and buy it without realising how much more they are paying than necessary. you can not control the uncontrolable variable. and as long as there are those that do not read your post or do not read this thread because they are not members on this website, they will continue to have customers and continue to raise their prices.

therefore i see no problem in someone cracking and buying a pair right now. because with this variable we cant control, we still run the risk of seeing the prices skyrocket.

08-26-2005, 03:57 PM

I received my headlights today. Are there any pics people would like to see before I install them?

I don't see any manufacturer info on them. They have part number KS-GM229 on them.

They come in a non-descript white box.

The included headlamps are Sylvania HB5/9007. That appears to be standard halogen.

LukeD · 08-26-2005, 04:10 PM

Good old google earth...

Dynasty import
4961 santa anita ave #D
Temple city CA 91780

one of those buildings must be "#D"

AznGA · 08-26-2005, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarkP2000GT

I received my headlights today. Are there any pics people would like to see before I install them?

I don't see any manufacturer info on them. They have part number KS-GM229 on them.

They come in a non-descript white box.

The included headlamps are Sylvania HB5/9007. That appears to be standard halogen.

Sure, if you can post the pics of the back of the housing and stuff, some of us would appreciate that.

Ajaxus · 08-26-2005, 04:23 PM

yeh, luke, i posted the address already but the map is a nice addition.

LukeD · 08-26-2005, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Ajaxus

yeh, luke, i posted the address already but the map is a nice addition.

yeah I used your info to find the place on google earth. That's for sik or anyone else down there that can swing by the shop or warehouse or whatever it is.

Ajaxus · 08-26-2005, 04:28 PM

ah, ok. hopefully someone can swing by. dont forget the brass knuckles and board filled with rusty nails....erm..

Twisted_Reality · 08-26-2005, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Ajaxus

ah, ok. hopefully someone can swing by. dont forget the brass knuckles and board filled with rusty nails....erm..

Make sure someone brings him a dictionary so once he is done recovering he can spell ***t correctly.

08-26-2005, 05:01 PM

Here are pics of the back housing as requested.

LukeD · 08-26-2005, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by MarkP2000GT

Here are pics of the back housing as requested.

Nice! Thanks.

Ajaxus · 08-26-2005, 05:09 PM

thanks for the pics.

Black01gt1 · 08-26-2005, 09:25 PM

I also just got mine tonight. I just took a few pics of before install. Installing tomarrow morning, will have pics up tomarrow. Requests...get them in now so I see em.

Ajaxus · 08-27-2005, 08:44 AM

how long did it take them to ship to you in newyork?

btw, soon we should have most of the grand am colors covered and have good comparisons for people. i think mine will be the first spruce green to get the new lights.

Twisted_Reality · 08-27-2005, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ajaxus

btw, soon we should have most of the grand am colors covered and have good comparisons for people. i think mine will be the first spruce green to get the new lights.

Thats true cannot wait to see them on silver.

Ajaxus · 08-27-2005, 09:14 AM

hmm, i thought someone posted silver already, maybe it was white...*shrug*

Black01gt1 · 08-27-2005, 01:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ajaxus

how long did it take them to ship to you in newyork?

btw, soon we should have most of the grand am colors covered and have good comparisons for people. i think mine will be the first spruce green to get the new lights.

I bought them on a Saturday, got them UPS on Friday.

heres 2 pics, I have about 8 or so different ones if anyone wants to see any more or different angles. The bottom pic is a comparison, kinda sucks quality/reflection wise.

CruzinGT33 · 08-27-2005, 02:44 PM

I have them, just no pics yet.

02andahalfgt · 08-27-2005, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black01gt1

I bought them on a Saturday, got them UPS on Friday.

heres 2 pics, I have about 8 or so different ones if anyone wants to see any more or different angles. The bottom pic is a comparison, kinda sucks quality/reflection wise.

Looks pretty good on black, I like it!

LukeD · 08-27-2005, 03:49 PM

Would it work to put an amber colored bulb in the turn signal lights, then it would be amber at night but white during the day?

rennation · 08-27-2005, 03:54 PM

black looks better with amber overlays i think....

08-25-2005, 08:27 PM	#367
rickhigginshtbr non-gt owner :) AKA: Rick Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Hatboro, PA Age: 38 Posts: 345 Vehicle: '03 GA SE1	If they don't want to do a decent group buy for us, then none of us should order them until they do, simple as that. But what everyone has to remember is that getting mold's made for something like this is very costly. But, I do believe that even if they sell them for $150 they're still making plenty of money. I think everyone needs to understand that they need to stay in business, aside from giving us all a good deal. I worked closely with an up-and-comming sneaker / sports apparel company. Went over all the bills, invoices, wrote up contracts, and put his sketches into photoshop to send to China to have the molds made. For a water bottle in the shape of a sneaker that held 24oz's, it cost $3000 US to have the mold made for it. But then again, they made the mold from an existing headlight and used different material's, which should hopefully bring the cost down. So, yes, it isn't right that they jacked the price up so much so quickly. But, at the same time, they do need to make that money back, otherwise they're out of business. They're cost per piece is probably $75 - $80 due to the material's being used. I honestly say a group buy price of $175 shipped is fair for both parties. We get them for a good price, and they still make $50 ea pair in the group buy, which looks like what, 16 people now? Sik, send this to them, see what they say... I'd really like to know the cost for the mold, and their cost of each... This is something I wish I thought of doing a year ago myself. __________________ 99+ Parts @ my eBay Store - Swap your Drums - 99 Aluminum Control Arms - Project Smooth SC/T - GAOTW - Facebook

08-25-2005, 09:22 PM	#368
fraws VAP-T Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: www.waterburyct.com Age: 42 Posts: 336 Vehicle: 2003 Silver GAGT	No reply as of yet, but it took two days thae last time for a reply....! I've read up to date with whats going on, and I hope you guys are wrong...We'll see! __________________ -"Here Today, Gone Tomorrow"- -Fraws- Archtype Video Cyberwaste Video Fear Factory Online Squad

08-25-2005, 10:28 PM	#369
LukeD Hear it scream! AKA: Luke Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: California, Bay Area Age: 36 Posts: 924 Vehicle: 1999 Grand Am GT Sedan	You guys are using some pretty fancy words in your e-mails to these guys. How about this: Dear Mr. Chow, Many people I know (16) want to buy your Grand Am Black Headlights. We can not buy however unless we each pay $200 shipped to us. 16 Grand Am Black Headlights for $3200. Can you do this for us? Thank you very much, Luke __________________ 1999 Grand Am GT1 Sedan (Bright Red) -- CAI, SLP exhaust, MSD, DHP, TOG, P&P Upper and Lower, FFWD UD Pully, 42.5# injectors and RAM AIR, EATON style!

08-25-2005, 10:44 PM	#371
GTLUVA GAGT - Senior Member AKA: Stacy Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Stevens Point, WI Age: 39 Posts: 1,128 Vehicle: 08 GXP 08 G5	Headlights You know I think these lights are sexy but I'll guess I'll keep my stocker headlights in since the gm dealer gave me two brand new headlights under my warranty about two weeks ago still look brand new

08-26-2005, 05:43 AM	#373
LukeD Hear it scream! AKA: Luke Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: California, Bay Area Age: 36 Posts: 924 Vehicle: 1999 Grand Am GT Sedan	I think I found the actual AutoDynasty number. I cant call today cause I'll be at work bu maybe someone on here can? Auto Dynasty 626-452-9227 __________________ 1999 Grand Am GT1 Sedan (Bright Red) -- CAI, SLP exhaust, MSD, DHP, TOG, P&P Upper and Lower, FFWD UD Pully, 42.5# injectors and RAM AIR, EATON style!

08-25-2005, 08:20 PM	#363
Twisted_Reality nothing to see here AKA: Jason Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Reisterstown, MD Age: 42 Posts: 99 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT	I emailed him earlier today asking him for the name of the place in taiwan that makes the lights. Since taiwan is the response I got a few days ago. And this is the response I got from him just a few minutes ago. the qurity is batter than the generation3 one. I am not sure he has any clue whats going on.

08-25-2005, 08:21 PM	#364
Ajaxus GAGT - Junkie AKA: AJ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Missoula, MT Age: 35 Posts: 8,403 Vehicle: '01 Subaru Outback LTD	did you ask him where we can get the stuff he is smoking? sheesh this dude is sketchy.

08-25-2005, 08:26 PM	#365
Twisted_Reality nothing to see here AKA: Jason Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Reisterstown, MD Age: 42 Posts: 99 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am GT	Yeah he really makes me wonder he seems really sketchy. I still really want the lights but man that guy really makes me think.

08-26-2005, 07:16 AM	#374
Ajaxus GAGT - Junkie AKA: AJ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Missoula, MT Age: 35 Posts: 8,403 Vehicle: '01 Subaru Outback LTD	make sure you guys remember im off the group buy list, since i grabbed the last pair under 200...so i think you're at 15.

08-26-2005, 07:24 AM	#375
rickhigginshtbr non-gt owner :) AKA: Rick Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Hatboro, PA Age: 38 Posts: 345 Vehicle: '03 GA SE1	wow, last night they had 2 sets around $200, now they have 2 sets at $240... **head's. __________________ 99+ Parts @ my eBay Store - Swap your Drums - 99 Aluminum Control Arms - Project Smooth SC/T - GAOTW - Facebook**

08-26-2005, 07:44 AM	#376
Ajaxus GAGT - Junkie AKA: AJ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Missoula, MT Age: 35 Posts: 8,403 Vehicle: '01 Subaru Outback LTD	i only saw the one under 200, no clue who grabbed the other. probably a gaoc member. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/JDM-A...8469QQtcZphoto 15hp, omg, so funny. Last edited by Ajaxus; 08-26-2005 at 07:47 AM.

08-26-2005, 09:27 AM	#378
Ajaxus GAGT - Junkie AKA: AJ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Missoula, MT Age: 35 Posts: 8,403 Vehicle: '01 Subaru Outback LTD	ding ding ding, we have a winner. got his home address and number thanks to ebay. Dynasty import 4961 santa anita ave #D Temple city CA 91780 (626)452-9227 takes a bow now one of you cali boys go give our buddy a visit.

08-26-2005, 09:39 AM	#379
highwayprowlerz Guest Posts: n/a	Well I am still in on a group buy if it ever happens. I'll hold out until Christmastime when I am sure someone will buy them for me.

08-26-2005, 10:28 AM	#380
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	guys i see one set on there now . 240. do not be suprised if you don ' t see as many listed at one time or not at all for a while . as a way of making the buyers think . i better get them now or the next ones before there all gone. as long as just one person can ' t hold out and is buying the sellers will and can do what he wants with the price. REMEMBER the saying something like this > everything that goes around comes around again. as mentioned i am interested in them. but will wait til hell freezes over before i pay a crazy price. this seller is only going to burn him self for future sales to those that are upset with him now and have the will power to wait til i descent seller of parts comes in to view. guys i buy alot of defintely rare stuff and you always see more later down the line reguardless of how limited the item is according to the seller. let this seller sit on this lights . he'll reduce the price and move on to selling something esle at crazy prises. or we will find another seller of them .

08-26-2005, 10:41 AM	#381
Ajaxus GAGT - Junkie AKA: AJ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Missoula, MT Age: 35 Posts: 8,403 Vehicle: '01 Subaru Outback LTD	thats why we want a manufacturer. i already hunted down his company or home address. it shouldnt be that hard to get a manufacturer out of him if someone were to meet him face to face. we could also make a stand and say we wont pay a penny over 200 a pair by just doing that, not buying the boosted prices. but you cant control the people not on this site that go onto ebay, see the item, like it and buy it without realising how much more they are paying than necessary. you can not control the uncontrolable variable. and as long as there are those that do not read your post or do not read this thread because they are not members on this website, they will continue to have customers and continue to raise their prices. therefore i see no problem in someone cracking and buying a pair right now. because with this variable we cant control, we still run the risk of seeing the prices skyrocket.

08-26-2005, 03:57 PM	#382
MarkP2000GT Guest Posts: n/a	I received my headlights today. Are there any pics people would like to see before I install them? I don't see any manufacturer info on them. They have part number KS-GM229 on them. They come in a non-descript white box. The included headlamps are Sylvania HB5/9007. That appears to be standard halogen.

08-26-2005, 04:10 PM	#383
LukeD Hear it scream! AKA: Luke Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: California, Bay Area Age: 36 Posts: 924 Vehicle: 1999 Grand Am GT Sedan	Good old google earth... Dynasty import 4961 santa anita ave #D Temple city CA 91780 one of those buildings must be "#D" Attached Thumbnails __________________ 1999 Grand Am GT1 Sedan (Bright Red) -- CAI, SLP exhaust, MSD, DHP, TOG, P&P Upper and Lower, FFWD UD Pully, 42.5# injectors and RAM AIR, EATON style! Last edited by LukeD; 08-26-2005 at 04:13 PM.

08-26-2005, 04:23 PM	#385
Ajaxus GAGT - Junkie AKA: AJ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Missoula, MT Age: 35 Posts: 8,403 Vehicle: '01 Subaru Outback LTD	yeh, luke, i posted the address already but the map is a nice addition.

08-26-2005, 04:28 PM	#387
Ajaxus GAGT - Junkie AKA: AJ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Missoula, MT Age: 35 Posts: 8,403 Vehicle: '01 Subaru Outback LTD	ah, ok. hopefully someone can swing by. dont forget the brass knuckles and board filled with rusty nails....erm..

08-26-2005, 05:01 PM	#389
MarkP2000GT Guest Posts: n/a	Here are pics of the back housing as requested. Attached Thumbnails

08-26-2005, 05:09 PM	#391
Ajaxus GAGT - Junkie AKA: AJ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Missoula, MT Age: 35 Posts: 8,403 Vehicle: '01 Subaru Outback LTD	thanks for the pics.

08-26-2005, 09:25 PM	#392
Black01gt1 vv My Rides vv AKA: Jeff Join Date: May 2003 Location: Syracuse, NY Age: 38 Posts: 136 Vehicle: 2006 Colorado Z71 Crew	I also just got mine tonight. I just took a few pics of before install. Installing tomarrow morning, will have pics up tomarrow. Requests...get them in now so I see em. __________________ 2001 Grand Am GT Coupe @ 27K miles www.BStuff.com Board Super Moderator

08-27-2005, 08:44 AM	#393
Ajaxus GAGT - Junkie AKA: AJ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Missoula, MT Age: 35 Posts: 8,403 Vehicle: '01 Subaru Outback LTD	how long did it take them to ship to you in newyork? btw, soon we should have most of the grand am colors covered and have good comparisons for people. i think mine will be the first spruce green to get the new lights.

08-27-2005, 09:14 AM	#395
Ajaxus GAGT - Junkie AKA: AJ Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Missoula, MT Age: 35 Posts: 8,403 Vehicle: '01 Subaru Outback LTD	hmm, i thought someone posted silver already, maybe it was white...shrug

08-27-2005, 02:44 PM	#397
CruzinGT33 JustinX AKA: Justin Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Southern Illinois Age: 37 Posts: 738 Vehicle: '01 GAGT Silver Coupe	I have them, just no pics yet. __________________ Going to the Dark side, '05-'06 Tibby... i know, I know. My Cardomain Page "What?!?" "Oh, I hope noone **** on my coat!!"

08-27-2005, 03:49 PM	#399
LukeD Hear it scream! AKA: Luke Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: California, Bay Area Age: 36 Posts: 924 Vehicle: 1999 Grand Am GT Sedan	Would it work to put an amber colored bulb in the turn signal lights, then it would be amber at night but white during the day? __________________ 1999 Grand Am GT1 Sedan (Bright Red) -- CAI, SLP exhaust, MSD, DHP, TOG, P&P Upper and Lower, FFWD UD Pully, 42.5# injectors and RAM AIR, EATON style!

08-27-2005, 03:54 PM	#400
rennation hoodrich inc. AKA: Matt Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Novi, Michigan Coolness Level: 6729 Age: 33 Posts: 920 Vehicle: '04 GA SE 2.2L	black looks better with amber overlays i think....