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montela1980 02-02-2019 03:53 PM

LCI tail light conversion
 
Hello. I ve got a bmw e70 non lci and i want to make the conversion to LCI tail lights, they look gorgeous.
Should i buy oem used tail lights or new aftermarket ones ? If you have any experience with AM tail lights, you can share it. I d appreciate very much :D


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Entropy 02-02-2019 04:01 PM

Curious as wel. The Depo LCI retrofit tail lights are enticing. Anyone have experience with them?

montela1980 02-03-2019 09:50 AM

Nobody ? :(


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95wildtt 02-03-2019 05:05 PM

Hi,

I have OE LCI Tails on my pre-LCI 4.8, much improved for sure.
Having had bad experiences with aftermarket lights in the past, I couldn't take the chance again.

There are always a bunch of used LCIs on eBay...

Thanks,
John

josiahg52 02-03-2019 08:35 PM

I'd generally consider Depo to be just a step above merely functional.

5Xtheproblems 02-06-2019 11:03 AM

I've had the Depo for 2 years now. No problems at all. Due to limited garage space, car is parked outside. No leaks or cracks, etc. Great upgrade!

SF2000x5 02-06-2019 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by 5Xtheproblems (Post 1154389)
I've had the Depo for 2 years now. No problems at all. Due to limited garage space, car is parked outside. No leaks or cracks, etc. Great upgrade!


5Xtheproblems, thanks for the update. Can you post a few pics with the brake lights on?

Considering grabbing a set for $400.

montela1980 02-06-2019 11:34 AM

I see the opinions are split. Hmm...


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ard 02-06-2019 12:17 PM

Has ANYONE ever seen their tail lights when driving?


(I suppose backing into a spot at night in front of a glassfront store....)


;)

5Xtheproblems 02-06-2019 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by SF2000x5 (Post 1154391)
5Xtheproblems, thanks for the update. Can you post a few pics with the brake lights on?

Considering grabbing a set for $400.


Will do once I get off work.

& yes, I enjoy unlocking the car and seeing the LCI LED bars glow as opposed to the pre-LCI strips. Sure, I don't see them while driving, but they're there for other's viewing pleasure ;pervert;

montela1980 02-06-2019 01:12 PM

Cant wait to se the photos :D. Also, can you make a photo in daylight ?


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josiahg52 02-06-2019 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by montela1980 (Post 1154392)
I see the opinions are split. Hmm...


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To clarify, I don't have specific experience with E70 taillights from Depo. The products from Depo that I have experience were not that great and worked for a bit. It was little issue of how they LOOKED (although some weren't that attractive either) and more how they just didn't last. I'd buy used or even new OE if they're available.

montela1980 02-06-2019 04:07 PM

That is my main concern, how much they will last. I see we have a someone who has them for some time.


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5Xtheproblems 02-06-2019 08:58 PM

Snapped some pics. Not the greatest, but they look OE and the light bars have an even color to the eye. They're sharper looking too in person. I took it to the dealer and they were surprised how good they look!

https://ibb.co/yyzyzDv
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https://ibb.co/GdHKN3n
https://ibb.co/jvv5Ny4

montela1980 02-07-2019 03:03 AM

Niiice :D
They look very good. We also have the same car color.


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MudyOvl 02-07-2019 01:16 PM

Really like your LCI taillight update. Could one swap out the turn signal bulb to an amber version? I'd prefer an amber turn signal.

Also, your window tint is spot on. What were the percentages you used for the rear windows and front sides? Looking to make this upgrade before the sweltering, southern summer starts. Thanks!

SF2000x5 02-07-2019 01:23 PM

thanks for the pics, 5Xtheproblems

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Originally Posted by MudyOvl (Post 1154512)
Really like your LCI taillight update. Could one swap out the turn signal bulb to an amber version? I'd prefer an amber turn signal.

Also, your window tint is spot on. What were the percentages you used for the rear windows and front sides? Looking to make this upgrade before the sweltering, southern summer starts. Thanks!

looks like the reflector are already orange. so a clear bulb would reflect a dark orange it seems.

After seeing the pics, I don't think I'm going to upgrade because it will make me want to convert to LCI front and rear bumpers. :dunno: If I were to upgrade the tail lights, I'd prefer the red signal housings and those are $800+.

5Xtheproblems 02-08-2019 12:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MudyOvl (Post 1154512)
Really like your LCI taillight update. Could one swap out the turn signal bulb to an amber version? I'd prefer an amber turn signal.

Also, your window tint is spot on. What were the percentages you used for the rear windows and front sides? Looking to make this upgrade before the sweltering, southern summer starts. Thanks!

Yep, the taillights appear reddish at the turn signal piece, but they glow amber colored (I personally prefer that over the red)

I have 20% tint all around. It looks really good on the car.

As far as the bumpers go, I put the aero kit and it added enough extra depth to the bumper to give it a clean look with the LCI tails. I shouldve taken a picture today when I was parked next to an LCI. The 08 still looked good next to it.

MudyOvl 02-08-2019 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 5Xtheproblems (Post 1154618)
Yep, the taillights appear reddish at the turn signal piece, but they glow amber colored (I personally prefer that over the red)

I have 20% tint all around. It looks really good on the car.

As far as the bumpers go, I put the aero kit and it added enough extra depth to the bumper to give it a clean look with the LCI tails. I shouldve taken a picture today when I was parked next to an LCI. The 08 still looked good next to it.

Thanks for the info on the amber signals and window tint. I'll put this on my to-do list as I like the crisper lighting from the LCI tail lights and the amber signal color. As for tint, I'll limit myself to 35% to keep it "legal" here in AL.

5Xtheproblems 02-11-2019 12:09 PM

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Originally Posted by MudyOvl (Post 1154645)
Thanks for the info on the amber signals and window tint. I'll put this on my to-do list as I like the crisper lighting from the LCI tail lights and the amber signal color. As for tint, I'll limit myself to 35% to keep it "legal" here in AL.

I hear ya on the tint darkness. My tint is technically not legal here in GA, but have been good so far. 35% should look fine though. I just hated that the fronts weren't tinted and the backs were from factory. Tint freshens things up!


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