View Full Version : Red Taillight Lenses


Mark633CSi
06-20-2006, 04:57 PM
What models did the all red tail light lenes come on?

Thanks
Mark

blitzed310
06-20-2006, 05:06 PM
None.

You have to buy model paint at any hobby store. Make sure you buy a transparent candy red. Just mask off the rest of the lense except for the blinker section and give it about 3 light coats. It will show on the exterior nicely and almost make a perfect match to the existing red.

Clear enough?

MattE21
06-20-2006, 06:21 PM
this thread is a good read.

http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=200811&highlight=tails

blitzed310
06-20-2006, 06:48 PM
Good write-up/thread

marinersfan
06-21-2006, 12:16 AM
This is exactly what I was looking for earlier. Thanks Matt!

Mark633CSi
06-21-2006, 02:33 AM
Thanks!

MAD LIL E21
06-21-2006, 02:02 PM
IMHO windy's way looked/blended a bit better...i think he used the stain glass window paint and some clear.
but yes..matt's way is cheaper and still looks hot

blitzed310
06-21-2006, 02:29 PM
IMHO windy's way looked/blended a bit better...i think he used the stain glass window paint and some clear.
but yes..matt's way is cheaper and still looks hot

Why would you use clear to paint on the inside of the reflector, unless he painted it on the outside. If thats the case then the inside method is much better for longevity

MAD LIL E21
06-21-2006, 02:31 PM
What models did the all red tail light lenes come on?

Thanks
Mark

CJ i thought they came on some aussie and UK JPS cars

blitzed310
06-21-2006, 02:33 PM
CJ i thought they came on some aussie and UK JPS cars

Your thinking of the center section reflector plate...

MAD LIL E21
06-21-2006, 02:35 PM
ahh sorry yes i am...thinking of that becuase i saw one go by yesterday