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    How to make evo 7 reps.

    I know there is probably many diy threads on this, however, I wanted to share the way i did it maybe it can spark up some ideas for other memebers.

    Materials.
    1/8th inch 3m tape $10
    1" tape to mask off inner black peice $5
    (2) 1000 grit sandpaper $2 total
    (4) 2000 grit sandpaper $4 total
    Vans spray tint $30 the vans spray tint is really expensive better alternatives would be VHT night shade or Krylon Stainglass paint for only $10
    1 can of clear coat uv resistant $6
    razor blade or hobby knive kit

    Step 1 take off tails pretty simple no need for pics lol
    Step 2 Wet sand with 1000 grit sandpaper make sure its completely dull so the paint can stick very well.
    step 3 mask the lines off i looked at pics of the real evo 7 lights for a guide.
    Real evo 7 tails (the guide i used to mask them off)
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    step 4 wipe it down with wax and grease remover or rubbing alcohol. Once dry spray them in a well ventelated area the cleaner the area the less dust in the paint. I used about 5 medium coats (I wanted mine darker than the evo 7 evo 7 are more pink so about 3 coats will achieve the look)
    i waited about 6 mins before each coat and i used a hair dryer since it was a little cold make sure its around 75 degrees or hotter



    Step 5 let them sit for about 6 hours in the sun or a day whatever is easier. Wet sand with 2000grit sand paper to get rid of some orange peel you can use a flat block dont go to far or else there is a risk of buring through the red paint.
    step 6 once they are fully scuffed spray 5 wet coats of clear and enjoy!



    (Step 7 OPTIONAL) if they are still orange peely you can wet sand again with 2000 grit and buff it. of course becareful on not sanding to far or buring through with the buffer.

    If anyone needs theirs done or needs help pm me!
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    Should've painted the black inside plastic red too lol.

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    Looks way better. I need to tell my friend to do this to his.

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    Looks good.....good write up. :)

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    nice! i will do this on my stock 8 tails

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    applies awesome and a deep rich red...

    its another alternative...

    Great location shots too BTW!!!!

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    Came out really dope man! Cant wait to do this on my next EVO =]

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    Anyway to do this to the 08 X tail lights to make them like the RA's? Also job send this to some buddies.

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    Good write up David! Now all you need is some coil overs and a JDM rear :D your car looks way different now!

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    Im not sure how those look like but if its just spraying red tint over the lens then should be possible. Vans spray tint makes red blue black and orange

    Btw thanks for all the kind words guys and like i said if anyone needs help pm me!

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    Quote Originally Posted by LakaiorDie View Post
    Good write up David! Now all you need is some coil overs and a JDM rear :D your car looks way different now!
    thanks Daniel! i want coils too and a jdm rear but then again i want and exhaust cams the list goes on point being there will never be and end lol

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    what about when the car is in reverse can you see the white through?
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    Quote Originally Posted by ShanesEVO View Post
    what about when the car is in reverse can you see the white through?
    yeah you can still see the brake lights and reverse lights too ill take some pics at night so you can see.

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    i really want you to do a set of tailights for me man, these look perfect
    Last edited by kada85; 06-05-2013 at 04:47 PM.

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    Quote Originally Posted by kada85 View Post
    i really want you to do a set of tailights for me man, these look perfect
    let me know when you want them done!

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    What the guy before me said lol. Ill do that shit this weekend!

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    dang these came out dope!!! i want this done to mine!

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    Quote Originally Posted by doe_boy View Post
    dang these came out dope!!! i want this done to mine!
    i sometimes wish i still had these

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    Quote Originally Posted by Midnightevo04 View Post
    i sometimes wish i still had these
    do you still do this?

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