Installed smoked sidemarkers today

[coryliv]

Well I finally got my ECS sidemarkers and installed them this morning. I posted instructions on the DIY portion of the forum (still to be approved). There is another post already but it leaves out a few steps that will save you time and some skin. My version should allow you to install in about 15-20 minutes. And its easy! Anyway below are some photos of the final product. Oh and I also debadged her as well. No electrical for a hairdryer so I just used dental floss on its own. A little more work but same end result.

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb200/coryliv/photo11.jpg
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http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb200/coryliv/photo_debadged.jpg

[Types Cnversion]

i was originally gona go with that but i ended up just getting a sheet of 3mm black tape and put it over and cut around it and it actually looks great.

[gpxluke]

i painted 4 of mine for 50 bucks CAD...

[MBoyd4motion]

I just debadged. Much stickier than the stuff on my Passat 4 yrs ago. Took way too long. I will tackle the S Line badges next time I have 2 hours to kill.

[Steiner]

This might be a dumb suggestion but has anyone ever tried a gray Sharpie marker on these side reflectors?

[MBoyd4motion]

Seriously? I think that would be a total mess.

[B7AudiA4]

No SHARPIES!!!!! The color will fade first of all, and it'll look like total SHIT!

Anyway, it doesn't look bad I guess.. I think it should be darker or something. Since your car is a dark color. But take pictures from farther away. =)

[coryliv]

I like the color a lot and it does look better at a distance. I finally washed and waxed the hotrod today and overally I'm very happy (see below). Now I just need coilovers, chip and some wheels. As for the sharpie suggestion I think that belongs in the kia forum. Can't get a B7 and then start modding it with markers.

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb200/coryliv/photo14.jpg

[killahb36]

did that diy get posted getting mine in the mail soon or can you email/pm me coryliv?

[coryliv]

Looks like it hasn't been approved yet. I submitted but it needs to be approved. Short version is below. Main difference between what is in the DIY section already is removal of the two inner screws and pulling out of the bumper piece. Allows you to insert a screwdriver to bend clips and remove.

- Remove two outer screws in wheel well (for left side, turn wheel to right, reverse for other side)
- Pull wheel well liner out and remove two screws beneath
- Pull on bumper piece (down and out) until it pops out and you are able to bend outward
- Use flathead screwdriver to push white clips inward
- Use index finger to release remaining clip (front)
- Wiggle the reflector out and replace. Reinstall screws

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb200/coryliv/photo2.jpg
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http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb200/coryliv/photo6.jpg
Don't forget to realign this piece...
http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb200/coryliv/photo10.jpg

[audiway]

i'm sure this is a stupid question, but i would like to know. do you guys know where i could get the clear sidemarkers. thanks in advance.

[coryliv]

ECS Tuning

http://www.ecstuning.com/stage/edpd/pagebuild_v2.cgi?make=Audi&engine=2.0T&model=B7%20A4&submodel=Quattro&category=Lighting&subcategory=Side%20Markers

[ArcticV8]

Great write up Cory, appreciate the detailed photos. [up] I finally installed my clear sidemarkers that have been sitting in my glovebox for the last month. Here's the end result.
http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/543/1635Clear2-med.jpg
http://www.audizine.com/gallery/data/543/1635Clear7-med.jpg
[az]

[audiway]

arctic and coryliv, rides are looking nice and thanks for all the info cory.
arctic, did you install clear side markers in the back too?

[ArcticV8]

I think i'm just gonna leave it red since ECS doesn't make a replacement for it, or paint it.

[Neztayy]

What do you guys think.. clear or smoked on Arctic white?

[audiway]

i think clear

[redhott06]

what about brilliant red - clear or smoked.. i have an rs4 grill so idk. if you paint match, do they come out good or grainy looking or what??

[Quattro]

i think clear is the best route, else getting them clear...

either way they all looking good