Smoked Tail Lights

doublek · 08-05-2008, 10:25 PM

I just bought a black 04 Tundra and want to smoke the tail lights and third brake light on it. I don't want them pure black, I just want them darkened a little. Probably only about a 15% tint.

Just wondering if anyone has this modification on their truck. And also, where would be the best place in Edmonton to get it done? Pictures would be much appreciated!!

Mike270412 · 08-06-2008, 12:02 AM

Is that even legal.I wouln't want to make myself less visible.Does that look "cool" or why would you do it?Sorry not trying to be rude,just can't think of any reason someone would want to make their lights darker.

SQUIRTIS · 08-06-2008, 12:04 AM

Originally Posted by doublek

I just bought a black 04 Tundra and want to smoke the tail lights and third brake light on it. I don't want them pure black, I just want them darkened a little. Probably only about a 15% tint.

Just wondering if anyone has this modification on their truck. And also, where would be the best place in Edmonton to get it done? Pictures would be much appreciated!!

I can help u......I just did mine the other night....very easy
Go to a autobody shop or somewhere that would sell spray paint, buy 2 cans of tint in a can (just ask, they should know what u r talking about) and a can of GOOD clear coat, then:
-Take the tail lights off the truck
-Wash with soap to remove any grease
-Tape off the backup light area
-Sand with 400 grit
-Wipe them down real good
-Spray with the tint X2
-Wetsand with 1500 grit
-Spray with the clear X2
-Then a coat of wax
This is what I did, but i think the 2 coats of tint was a bit much for the tail lights, they r really hard to see the light in the daylight!!! But am very happy with the end result, expecially the thirf break light!!!
MAKE SURE u take your time taping....or it will look like chit!!!!! All I used was that green tape u would use if u would paint the walls in your house, and some duct tape. worked good, but becareful when u r sanding of the edge of the tape, it may want to peel
If u need more help or info, pm me or post it on here
GOOD LUCK

Mike270412 · 08-06-2008, 12:15 AM

Originally Posted by SQUIRTIS

they r really hard to see the light in the daylight!!! But am very happy with the end result,
GOOD LUCK

Still don't get it

SQUIRTIS · 08-06-2008, 12:15 AM

Originally Posted by Mike270412

Is that even legal.I wouln't want to make myself less visible.Does that look "cool" or why would you do it?Sorry not trying to be rude,just can't think of any reason someone would want to make their lights darker.

I forgot to add, and thank u Mike270412 for posting because it reminded me. I am not too sure if its legal or not, but there is those nightshades out for vehicles that the cops dont bother, not that i have heard of anyways......
And u r right, you would lose your SOME reflectablity of the tail lights. And yes, it does look cool IMO!!
Easy fix: buy a light bar that goes between your bumper and tailgate....solves the lighting issues in the daylight and at night and looks cool or,
buy some 3M relfective tape and put it in the same spot.....unless u r sitting at the right angle, a person cant see it, but reflects at night...see this done on alot of company trucks (REMMEMBER!!!! if this is the option u chose, that u must start and end on RED!!!!)

SQUIRTIS · 08-06-2008, 12:16 AM

Originally Posted by Mike270412

Still don't get it

Its for the look EACH TO THERE OWN!!

SQUIRTIS · 08-06-2008, 12:18 AM

[quote=doublek;73028Just wondering if anyone has this modification on their truck. And also, where would be the best place in Edmonton to get it done? Pictures would be much appreciated!!

[/QUOTE]

JB power center on the north side is where i got the tint....the guy actually said i was the 4th person to ask for it

Did it myself

Summiteer · 08-06-2008, 12:45 AM

Looks real cool...'till someone drives into you because they don't see your brake lights.....

Mike270412 · 08-06-2008, 12:49 AM

Originally Posted by Summiteer

Looks real cool...'till someone drives into you because they don't see your brake lights.....

Thats what I was thinking

4byrookie · 08-06-2008, 02:03 AM

I have the smoked taillights on my Mustang and I purchased them that way. They are LED light though so they are very easy to see during the day or at night even with the smoked look. They are fully legal and dot approved but I don't know what % of tint they might be.

Summitric · 08-06-2008, 08:50 AM

WHERE ARE THE PICTURES?????????????? SHOW SOME, AND LETS SEE YOUR WORK!

Mike270412 · 08-06-2008, 10:19 AM

I think Ric wants pictures??

08-05-2008, 10:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
doublek Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Edmonton Posts: 107 Casino Cash: $174607 Thanks: 18 Thanked 20 Times in 16 Posts	Smoked Tail Lights I just bought a black 04 Tundra and want to smoke the tail lights and third brake light on it. I don't want them pure black, I just want them darkened a little. Probably only about a 15% tint. Just wondering if anyone has this modification on their truck. And also, where would be the best place in Edmonton to get it done? Pictures would be much appreciated!! __________________ 06 Summit X 1000-162

08-06-2008, 12:02 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mike270412 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Stony Plain Alberta Posts: 361 Casino Cash: $349560 Thanks: 292 Thanked 104 Times in 84 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights Is that even legal.I wouln't want to make myself less visible.Does that look "cool" or why would you do it?Sorry not trying to be rude,just can't think of any reason someone would want to make their lights darker. __________________ 2006 Mega Cab3500/STF Deck 2008 Midwest 125 2007 Jianshe 90 2003 Outlander 400 2001 Foreman 450 2008 Crossfire 30' Toy Hauler

08-06-2008, 12:04 AM	#3 (permalink)
SQUIRTIS Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Whitecourt Alberta Posts: 68 Casino Cash: $96300 Thanks: 2 Thanked 11 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights Originally Posted by doublek I just bought a black 04 Tundra and want to smoke the tail lights and third brake light on it. I don't want them pure black, I just want them darkened a little. Probably only about a 15% tint. Just wondering if anyone has this modification on their truck. And also, where would be the best place in Edmonton to get it done? Pictures would be much appreciated!! I can help u......I just did mine the other night....very easy Go to a autobody shop or somewhere that would sell spray paint, buy 2 cans of tint in a can (just ask, they should know what u r talking about) and a can of GOOD clear coat, then: -Take the tail lights off the truck -Wash with soap to remove any grease -Tape off the backup light area -Sand with 400 grit -Wipe them down real good -Spray with the tint X2 -Wetsand with 1500 grit -Spray with the clear X2 -Then a coat of wax This is what I did, but i think the 2 coats of tint was a bit much for the tail lights, they r really hard to see the light in the daylight!!! But am very happy with the end result, expecially the thirf break light!!! MAKE SURE u take your time taping....or it will look like chit!!!!! All I used was that green tape u would use if u would paint the walls in your house, and some duct tape. worked good, but becareful when u r sanding of the edge of the tape, it may want to peel If u need more help or info, pm me or post it on here GOOD LUCK __________________ 07 Outlander 800 XT Red -27" ITP XTR (9's in Front, 11 In Back) -Complete STEALTH Snorkel (homemade) -Dalton Clutch Kit -Ricohet Full Skid Plate -Heavy Duty Front Springs -BRP Rear Trailing Arm Protector -BRP Rear Diff Protector -Front Wheel Spacers -Twin Air Airfilter -Renegade X Foot Pegs -Hand/Thumb Warmers *FOR SALE04 DS 650 BajaFOR SALE* -K&N Airfilter -Holeshots HD (rear) -Razar2 (front) -Mud Lites (STUDDED) -Deleted Air Box Last edited by sledbunnyracing; 08-06-2008 at 08:20 AM. Reason: Questionable word "Chit"

08-06-2008, 12:15 AM	#4 (permalink)
Mike270412 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Stony Plain Alberta Posts: 361 Casino Cash: $349560 Thanks: 292 Thanked 104 Times in 84 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights Originally Posted by SQUIRTIS they r really hard to see the light in the daylight!!! But am very happy with the end result, GOOD LUCK Still don't get it __________________ 2006 Mega Cab3500/STF Deck 2008 Midwest 125 2007 Jianshe 90 2003 Outlander 400 2001 Foreman 450 2008 Crossfire 30' Toy Hauler

08-06-2008, 12:15 AM	#5 (permalink)
SQUIRTIS Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Whitecourt Alberta Posts: 68 Casino Cash: $96300 Thanks: 2 Thanked 11 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights Originally Posted by Mike270412 Is that even legal.I wouln't want to make myself less visible.Does that look "cool" or why would you do it?Sorry not trying to be rude,just can't think of any reason someone would want to make their lights darker. I forgot to add, and thank u Mike270412 for posting because it reminded me. I am not too sure if its legal or not, but there is those nightshades out for vehicles that the cops dont bother, not that i have heard of anyways...... And u r right, you would lose your SOME reflectablity of the tail lights. And yes, it does look cool IMO!! Easy fix: buy a light bar that goes between your bumper and tailgate....solves the lighting issues in the daylight and at night and looks cool or, buy some 3M relfective tape and put it in the same spot.....unless u r sitting at the right angle, a person cant see it, but reflects at night...see this done on alot of company trucks (REMMEMBER!!!! if this is the option u chose, that u must start and end on RED!!!!) __________________ 07 Outlander 800 XT Red -27" ITP XTR (9's in Front, 11 In Back) -Complete STEALTH Snorkel (homemade) -Dalton Clutch Kit -Ricohet Full Skid Plate -Heavy Duty Front Springs -BRP Rear Trailing Arm Protector -BRP Rear Diff Protector -Front Wheel Spacers -Twin Air Airfilter -Renegade X Foot Pegs -Hand/Thumb Warmers *FOR SALE04 DS 650 BajaFOR SALE* -K&N Airfilter -Holeshots HD (rear) -Razar2 (front) -Mud Lites (STUDDED) -Deleted Air Box

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08-06-2008, 12:16 AM	#6 (permalink)
SQUIRTIS Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Whitecourt Alberta Posts: 68 Casino Cash: $96300 Thanks: 2 Thanked 11 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights Originally Posted by Mike270412 Still don't get it Its for the look EACH TO THERE OWN!! __________________ 07 Outlander 800 XT Red -27" ITP XTR (9's in Front, 11 In Back) -Complete STEALTH Snorkel (homemade) -Dalton Clutch Kit -Ricohet Full Skid Plate -Heavy Duty Front Springs -BRP Rear Trailing Arm Protector -BRP Rear Diff Protector -Front Wheel Spacers -Twin Air Airfilter -Renegade X Foot Pegs -Hand/Thumb Warmers *FOR SALE04 DS 650 BajaFOR SALE* -K&N Airfilter -Holeshots HD (rear) -Razar2 (front) -Mud Lites (STUDDED) -Deleted Air Box

08-06-2008, 12:18 AM	#7 (permalink)
SQUIRTIS Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Whitecourt Alberta Posts: 68 Casino Cash: $96300 Thanks: 2 Thanked 11 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights [quote=doublek;73028Just wondering if anyone has this modification on their truck. And also, where would be the best place in Edmonton to get it done? Pictures would be much appreciated!![/QUOTE] JB power center on the north side is where i got the tint....the guy actually said i was the 4th person to ask for it Did it myself __________________ 07 Outlander 800 XT Red -27" ITP XTR (9's in Front, 11 In Back) -Complete STEALTH Snorkel (homemade) -Dalton Clutch Kit -Ricohet Full Skid Plate -Heavy Duty Front Springs -BRP Rear Trailing Arm Protector -BRP Rear Diff Protector -Front Wheel Spacers -Twin Air Airfilter -Renegade X Foot Pegs -Hand/Thumb Warmers *FOR SALE04 DS 650 BajaFOR SALE* -K&N Airfilter -Holeshots HD (rear) -Razar2 (front) -Mud Lites (STUDDED) -Deleted Air Box

08-06-2008, 12:45 AM	#8 (permalink)
Summiteer Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Whitecourt, Ab Posts: 1,600 Casino Cash: $250785 Thanks: 120 Thanked 638 Times in 387 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights Looks real cool...'till someone drives into you because they don't see your brake lights..... __________________ Regards, mitch '06 800 Summit '05 400 Outlander http://www.whitecourttrailblazers.ca

08-06-2008, 12:49 AM	#9 (permalink)
Mike270412 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Stony Plain Alberta Posts: 361 Casino Cash: $349560 Thanks: 292 Thanked 104 Times in 84 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights Originally Posted by Summiteer Looks real cool...'till someone drives into you because they don't see your brake lights..... Thats what I was thinking __________________ 2006 Mega Cab3500/STF Deck 2008 Midwest 125 2007 Jianshe 90 2003 Outlander 400 2001 Foreman 450 2008 Crossfire 30' Toy Hauler

08-06-2008, 02:03 AM	#10 (permalink)
4byrookie Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Leduc Posts: 93 Casino Cash: $124071 Thanks: 4 Thanked 17 Times in 16 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights I have the smoked taillights on my Mustang and I purchased them that way. They are LED light though so they are very easy to see during the day or at night even with the smoked look. They are fully legal and dot approved but I don't know what % of tint they might be. __________________ 08 750 Brute Force Aluminum skids 28" Zillas on ITP SS212s Custom Snorkels, Hmf Swamp Series Highlifter triple core rad in stock location Marron Primary Spring, custom shift knob Power Commander III, 1.5" lift PA special temp guage

08-06-2008, 08:50 AM	#11 (permalink)
Summitric Senor Moderator Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Edmonton/Sherwood Park Posts: 6,543 Casino Cash: $2259813 Thanks: 2,144 Thanked 1,717 Times in 1,229 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights WHERE ARE THE PICTURES?????????????? SHOW SOME, AND LETS SEE YOUR WORK! __________________ SUMMITRIC www.sledbunnyracing.com 2006 Summit 1000RT Highmark 162"(THUMPER) 2004 Summit 800X 151"(BLACKWRABBIT) 1999 Summit 670X "Mod" 151"(THUNDERBUNNY)

08-06-2008, 10:19 AM	#12 (permalink)
Mike270412 Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Stony Plain Alberta Posts: 361 Casino Cash: $349560 Thanks: 292 Thanked 104 Times in 84 Posts	Re: Smoked Tail Lights I think Ric wants pictures?? __________________ 2006 Mega Cab3500/STF Deck 2008 Midwest 125 2007 Jianshe 90 2003 Outlander 400 2001 Foreman 450 2008 Crossfire 30' Toy Hauler

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