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Caliraised Pod Mod

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by MESO, Jun 1, 2017.

  1. Jun 1, 2017 at 11:49 PM
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    MESO

    MESO [OP] Major Modder Vendor

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    Props to @CaliRaisedLed for fast shipping:)
    Bought a set of his inexpensive pods will full intentions of ripping them apart. Great little light for the $$, I just can't stand the chrome.(plus, I wanted Amber lens). Below is a cheap DIY blackout/Amber mod. Thanks again!:thumbsup:

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    1)Unscrewed the front and removed the lens. Masked off the chrome and left the reflector bowl only(so the performance of the light output is not altered)
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    Painted(satin black)
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    Next, traced the OEM lens out of my Amber acrylic. 1/8" IIRC
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    Bezel and screws painted to match. Sorry logo it gone:oops:
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    Will get them mounted, but this is how they should come;) IMO.

    P.S... Did I void my warranty??:cookiemonster:
     
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  2. Jun 1, 2017 at 11:53 PM
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    SoCal_Yotas

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    Is the chrome really noticeable once you make them amber?
     
  3. Jun 1, 2017 at 11:55 PM
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    MESO

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    Yes. It makes it bright orange(just look at the reflector bowls and imagine the whole thing that shade)
     
  4. Jun 3, 2017 at 4:02 PM
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    lucky13don

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    man, you might have a good side gig cranking these out and selling them. i would be intrested in a set.
     
  5. Jun 3, 2017 at 4:31 PM
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    MESO

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    ^ I've got enough going on modding 3rd gen lights:)
    Here they are installed. Looks good
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  6. Jun 3, 2017 at 4:34 PM
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    cmack

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    Looks good. Debated about doing this to a set of their side shooter pods to make em amber
     

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