Flareside euro tails
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From: Along Lake Erie
Has anybody seen some for the newer 2-bulb setup on the late 2000 and 01 flaresides? They went to a 2-bulb setup and nobody seems to make them yet... I know APC was supposed to be releasing them this month, but I haven't seen anything official yet...
-Joe-
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98 Explorer (Lemon Law Case in Progress)
'00 F-150, X-cab, 4x4, Lariat, Off-road, Trailer Tow, Holandia Sunroof, built 11/99 picked up 10/00!Clear Corners, Manik Stainless Steel 1-piece brush guard, Custom CB wiring, Uniden PC76-XLW CB radio with K-40 Magna-Mount antenna (for now), 1 set of 165 watt KC Daylighters (for now... more on the way) Custom switch mounting plate and overhead console.
List of planned mods: Clear tails, color matched trailer hitch with stainless steel ball, torsion bar tweak, bug deflector, spray in liner, and a tonneau of some sort...
93 Probe GT teal, OE rims painted to match, bone stock drivetrain.
-Joe-
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98 Explorer (Lemon Law Case in Progress)
'00 F-150, X-cab, 4x4, Lariat, Off-road, Trailer Tow, Holandia Sunroof, built 11/99 picked up 10/00!Clear Corners, Manik Stainless Steel 1-piece brush guard, Custom CB wiring, Uniden PC76-XLW CB radio with K-40 Magna-Mount antenna (for now), 1 set of 165 watt KC Daylighters (for now... more on the way) Custom switch mounting plate and overhead console.
List of planned mods: Clear tails, color matched trailer hitch with stainless steel ball, torsion bar tweak, bug deflector, spray in liner, and a tonneau of some sort...
93 Probe GT teal, OE rims painted to match, bone stock drivetrain.
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From: fort worth, Tx
I have check both out and I really think I want these(FLARESIDE ALTEZZA) The look way cool and I think they should keep it leagal on the streets.
Well but they are $203 bucks has any one seen them the same lights at a cheaper price.
it just right after christmas and my budget is really tight now.
Just want to say sorry to BomBer AND wedgy if I confuse you but they way I wrote the question you are correct and thanks for finding the best price for me that is the best price one but looks I really think that the altezza's are sharper looking but Thank you so much bomer For looking for that very important detail wich I think we all have in mind when we modify our trucks and that is the Price we pay. thanks again.
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Well but they are $203 bucks has any one seen them the same lights at a cheaper price.
it just right after christmas and my budget is really tight now.
Just want to say sorry to BomBer AND wedgy if I confuse you but they way I wrote the question you are correct and thanks for finding the best price for me that is the best price one but looks I really think that the altezza's are sharper looking but Thank you so much bomer For looking for that very important detail wich I think we all have in mind when we modify our trucks and that is the Price we pay. thanks again.
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From: gilbert, az, usa
a quick question? are those euro lenses or just white with red, i have the white ones, but am looking for the euro ones. anybody know where to buy the euro headlights for the lightning?
2000 black
superchip flipchip
level 10 shift kit
2/4 beltech lowering kit
hard tonneu cover
black billet grill inserts
hyperwhite head and fog lights
2000 black
superchip flipchip
level 10 shift kit
2/4 beltech lowering kit
hard tonneu cover
black billet grill inserts
hyperwhite head and fog lights
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From: Waukesha, WI, U.S.A.
Pimpnxlt; Did you have any problems installing yours. I got mine on, but there's a gap in the rear. They won't install flush in the taillight opening. Also, anyone buying from procarparts.com beware. I tried to explain my install problem ot them by phone, but was told in broken English that they couldn't help me because I already installed them. Hmm, don't you normally install something to see if it fits properly? I also was told a 1/16" or 1/8" gap is "not that bad". Unless you speak camel, don't try this dealer. Good luck.
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From: Clifton, NJ, USA
The EuroTails from ProCarparts.com were designed for 99's, which have a slightly different tail opening.
I got them into my 2000 without much effort. You need to splice in a second light socket w/bulb and you need to shave off a small 1/4" tab that sticks out then it fits with no gaps.
As soon as I can, I'll take pictures of the tab you need to cut off... I cut it off with a pair of wire cutters, took less then a minute.
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Daniel
--- 2000 Black Lightning
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I got them into my 2000 without much effort. You need to splice in a second light socket w/bulb and you need to shave off a small 1/4" tab that sticks out then it fits with no gaps.
As soon as I can, I'll take pictures of the tab you need to cut off... I cut it off with a pair of wire cutters, took less then a minute.
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Daniel
--- 2000 Black Lightning
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From: Tampa Bay Area - FL
Wow, your truck looks awefully clean for the weather I can see. It won't stop raining in FL. That's ok, we need it. My truck is filthy though. I might have to order me some of those tails.
How much is another light socket?
How much work is involved in splicing n the second one. If I want to go back to the OEM tails, what is involved? Will that be too much drain on to 2000 harness since it was designed for only 2 bulbs per side, instead of 3? Thanks.
How much is another light socket?
How much work is involved in splicing n the second one. If I want to go back to the OEM tails, what is involved? Will that be too much drain on to 2000 harness since it was designed for only 2 bulbs per side, instead of 3? Thanks.
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From: Oak Grove,Mo.
I think the altezza's are the most noticable of the mods money I have spent so far..
on the way...sidewinder three oval side glass covers, billet alum. 3rd brakelight cover and the WING for the rear of the tonneau.
husband says when I put curb feelers on,,,hes divorcing me.lol
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Wegie (long E)
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1997 F-150, xlt,ext.cab, flareside bed, 4x4, elec. windows,elec.door locks, tow package, am/fm tapedeck,
Aftermarket includes...
Low Glow under body neon tube kit, "The Edge" fiberglass tonneau cover, Lund fiberglass running boards, Lund 5 light moonvisor, American Auto Designs F-1 "Cobra hood", 27 piece Rosewood dash and interior wood grain kit,Grant rosewood steering wheel cover, Superchip, Air Force 1 FIPK, 7" Lighted Ford Logo on front grill.Pro Beam GTS headlight covers..on the way..sidewinder side glass covers, billet alum.3rd brakelight cover,'THE WING' rear tonneau wing.
on the way...sidewinder three oval side glass covers, billet alum. 3rd brakelight cover and the WING for the rear of the tonneau.
husband says when I put curb feelers on,,,hes divorcing me.lol
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Wegie (long E)
wegie@home.com
1997 F-150, xlt,ext.cab, flareside bed, 4x4, elec. windows,elec.door locks, tow package, am/fm tapedeck,
Aftermarket includes...
Low Glow under body neon tube kit, "The Edge" fiberglass tonneau cover, Lund fiberglass running boards, Lund 5 light moonvisor, American Auto Designs F-1 "Cobra hood", 27 piece Rosewood dash and interior wood grain kit,Grant rosewood steering wheel cover, Superchip, Air Force 1 FIPK, 7" Lighted Ford Logo on front grill.Pro Beam GTS headlight covers..on the way..sidewinder side glass covers, billet alum.3rd brakelight cover,'THE WING' rear tonneau wing.
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From: Clifton, NJ, USA
lariat4wd, I've been washing the beast about twice a week to keep the salt off. bleck. I was just lucky that about 5 minutes ride from my house there is a "touchless" 24-hour automatic car wash for a good quick wash'n'rinse... I am aching to do a good waxing, thought thats about 6 weeks away at the rate this weather is going. 
It just dropped another 6" right now, poor baby is all covered in snow.
I love the tail lights too...there was not much work in installing the lights, I would snap some shots, but its still a blizzard outside. I bought some "side-tap" wire splices, the ones that squeeze onto the previous wire without cutting. The light socket cost $2.50 at Autozone and the bulb was around that itself. You just put the wires into the side-tap, squeeze it and voila, its connected...to take them off, you just unclip it! Just like new.
Daniel
It just dropped another 6" right now, poor baby is all covered in snow.I love the tail lights too...there was not much work in installing the lights, I would snap some shots, but its still a blizzard outside. I bought some "side-tap" wire splices, the ones that squeeze onto the previous wire without cutting. The light socket cost $2.50 at Autozone and the bulb was around that itself. You just put the wires into the side-tap, squeeze it and voila, its connected...to take them off, you just unclip it! Just like new.
Daniel
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From: Oak Grove,Mo.
finally got them and I think they look great
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Wegie (long E)
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1997</A> F-150, xlt,ext.cab, flareside bed, 4x4, elec. windows,elec.door locks, tow package, am/fm tapedeck,
Aftermarket includes...
Low Glow under body neon tube kit, "The Edge" fiberglass tonneau cover, Lund fiberglass running boards, Lund 5 light moonvisor, American Auto Designs F-1 "Cobra hood", 27 piece Rosewood dash and interior wood grain kit, Superchip, Air Force 1 FIPK, 7" Lighted Ford Logo on front grill.
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Wegie (long E)
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wegie@solve.net
1997]http://media.f150world.com/world/gallery/Wegie/atruknme-thmb.jpg[/img]
wegie@solve.net
1997</A> F-150, xlt,ext.cab, flareside bed, 4x4, elec. windows,elec.door locks, tow package, am/fm tapedeck,
Aftermarket includes...
Low Glow under body neon tube kit, "The Edge" fiberglass tonneau cover, Lund fiberglass running boards, Lund 5 light moonvisor, American Auto Designs F-1 "Cobra hood", 27 piece Rosewood dash and interior wood grain kit, Superchip, Air Force 1 FIPK, 7" Lighted Ford Logo on front grill.
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From: Waukesha, WI, U.S.A.
Pawn; Can't wait for the tab modification pics! What is this talk about rewiring the lights? I assume it's for the 99 & 2000 trucks which only have two bulbs. Please hurry with the pics. Thanks.
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From: Tampa Bay Area - FL
I read somewhere on the boards that APC will have the 2 bulb Altezzas out soon. But I'm not going to count on that one. I wonder if anyone will total a 2001 L in my area in the side so I can get the front and rear lights. I hate to see nice rides go down, but it happens, and why shouldn't I profit from it? 
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From: old bridge,nj, usa
Folks, my local Ford man(Dayton, NJ)has parts listings for the '01 Lightning's lights!!
They are awesome looking!!Headlights include the corner lights and look sharper then the "other" euro headlights!!And at $112.25 each, a steal!!
Taillights are euro too, nice looking. But i prefer the Altezza euro with two red lights.Still, cheap at$40.12 each..!!
Good shopping.
PS when do we "Joisey Boys" get together??!
They are awesome looking!!Headlights include the corner lights and look sharper then the "other" euro headlights!!And at $112.25 each, a steal!!
Taillights are euro too, nice looking. But i prefer the Altezza euro with two red lights.Still, cheap at$40.12 each..!!
Good shopping.
PS when do we "Joisey Boys" get together??!