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REKER
Dodge Dakota
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6/04/2002
14:18:51
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By now im sure most if not everyone has seen the Cervinis rendering of the new Dakota kit that they might put into production. But did anyone Notice the HEADlight conversion??? Ive tried looking for these on the internet but i havent come across them yet. Does anyone know if they even make them yet??.. if so, can u post the link on here and perhaps maybe even a price??
thanks alot
ROB
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topher
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6/04/2002
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its just like a little cover that goes over the headlights ive seen them all over look under stylinconcepts.com or something
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reker
Dodge Dakota
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6/05/2002
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Nah its not the Mask headlight covers. I know what those look like and where u can get them from, but if u look on the Cirvinis website, look at the headlights... its like High Beams/headlights/blinker one peice conversion. Ive seen it on a red Dakota while searching the web but never thought anything of it. Does anyone know where to get them??
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Daddy-D
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6/06/2002
00:26:23
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Uh, dude, that's an illustration. Artists can draw anything they want - I have yet to see a real headlight kit.
'98 DakSport C/C 3.9 2WD A/T
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REKER
Dodge Dakota
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6/06/2002
11:13:28
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I know that its an illustration. But i have seen it on a Red dakota about a week ago while i was searching the web and now i cant find the website. But if this headlight conversion isnt out yet, then prolly sometime in the near future they will be out.. hopefully. But if they are out, does anyone know where to get them from???
ROB
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SGB
Dodge Dakota
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9/24/2002
12:52:26
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I also been looking for the Projector conversion kit. I just got emailed from auto-motorsport.com and demandmotorsport.com. They say that nobody ever design the conversion for the Durango. So I guess we Durango owner just have to convert to the HID system or use the fake HID bulbs. Figure this out, the make the Projector Conversion Kit the Dodge Neon. GO FIGURE!!!!!!
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JP
Dodge Dakota
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9/25/2002
23:30:14
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There are a significant number of us interested in that type of conversion. Nobody does it yet that I know.
JP
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MnMeLiTe
Dodge Dakota
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9/25/2002
23:47:52
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Aren't those headlights on BMW's. New ones, I don't know if they are on the M3 or M5, but are those the same one's or are they different?
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Mike
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Art
Dodge Dakota
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9/26/2002
01:17:50
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Get yourself a set of plasmaglow replacement bulbs,these lights are dam bright with a slight blue tint,much brighter than stock 9007 bulbs
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SGB
Dodge Dakota
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9/26/2002
08:02:53
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Well Cervinis need to hurry up with that conversion, that look sooooo sweeet!!! My durango is black too. Ahhhh!! hurry up.
I just might get the hood also. But, I know another website, I think its Streetbeat.com that had it for $399.00.
Yeah, man hurry up
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REKER
*GenIII*
9/26/2002
12:13:06
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Is anyone good with Fiberglass??.. maybe we can get someone to CUSTOM make those projector style lamps for us??
ROB aka REKER
"Gas, Grass or Ass....... NOBODY Rides for Free!!"
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Mods: Homebrew Grille, AutoLite 3923s and Cd Player.. TONS more to come!!!!
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wraithdakrt
Dodge Dakota
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9/26/2002
17:29:31
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Well guess what guys. I got off the phone with Cervinis. Took freakin' long enough. I was told that the headlights are not and option with the kit. They will not be making them. :( Why draw it if your not gonna make it? Cervinis is known for not making what they say though. I'm looking into custom building some for the dak. Kinda like BMW's. Light's under plexiglass. Made a set for my old 94 Ford Probe GT out of PIAA Driving lights and some plexiglass. I'll keep everyone updated. Gotta see if it's cost effective and possible. For me at least.
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97grndak
Dodge Dakota
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9/26/2002
20:49:57
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does anyone happen to know when cervinis is releasing the sniper kit??
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SGB
Dodge Dakota
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9/27/2002
07:34:10
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You playing right??? Cervinis is not making the lights, DAMN!!! I really wanted them. Well I'm going to do like wraithdakrt is going to do. Going to the junkyard and get the headlamp assembly and by so PIAA light and see what I can do. Keep you posted on how to do it.
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REKER
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9/30/2002
12:06:32
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WRAITHDAKRT...... PLEASE keep up posted on those headlights ur working on!
ROB aka REKER
Mods: Home Brew Grille(soon to be silver with clear coat), Autolite 3923 plugs, Custom Air Intake (blue fading into silver).
Next Mod: Ordered 9/26 Gunmetal Altezza Taillights should be here soon!!
"live life to the fullest and have fun doing it!"
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SGB
Dodge Dakota
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9/30/2002
16:33:16
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Well I got the assemblies from the junk yard, I having a hard time finding lights that fit into the unit. I have the diagram for the Hi & low beams for the Durango, I have to split the wire to separate the hi & low circuits. Have to use two bulds for each unit for the Hi & Low beams. The other hard part is align the light beams. I know I can adjust with the alignment screws, but when I insert the lights in the unit is where I will have the problem. Any ideas on who to do that?
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SGB
Dodge Dakota
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9/30/2002
16:48:07
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Just to let everybody know, I am working on an 1998 Dodge Durango. I know that the Dak and Dur has the same front end, but I don't know if it is the same from year to year.
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SGB
Dodge Dakota
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10/03/2002
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Well guys I tried, but didn't work. BUT, I found a company that is willing to do the job.
He is requiring some designs for the headlamps. I CAN NOT use the one on Cervini's website, if I do and he make them, we both can get sued by Cervini's for using there designs without there authorization. When he gets my designs it would have to meet DOT requirements for headlamp for SUV. So I have to be opening minded. I have drawn up a few but, I think some of them would not meet DOT requirement. So I had to scrap some. I guess that is why Cervinis didn't produce that headlamp conversion. SO to make a long story shorter. When the design get approved by DOT, which can take up to 6 months to an year. It would take him another 6 months to a year to make them, depending on how many and the amount he is going to charge for each unit. He also gave me a price tag of $50,000 to $75,000, for the plastic, lens, and computer stuff to make the unit. We didn't even get into the actually light itself, I am going to call PIAA and HELLA to see what they can do. Again keep you guys posted.
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REKER
*GenIII*
10/03/2002
09:25:25
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damn... thats alot of money.. lol... and alot of time. There has to be a better solution to this!... SGB, thanks for taking time to look into this for all us Dak owners. Keep us posted on further progress.
ROB aka REKER
Mods: Home Brew Grille(soon to be silver with clear coat), Autolite 3923 plugs, Custom Air Intake (blue fading into silver).
Next Mod: Ordered 9/26 Gunmetal Altezza Taillights should be here soon!!
"live life to the fullest and have fun doing it!"
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REKER
*GenIII*
10/03/2002
12:32:03
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I emailed the Owner of APC, heres what i wrote:
"Hello Mr. Horowitz, my name is Robert Kretsch and im writing in hopes that your company will take action on my following question. I own a 2000 Dodge Dakota and myself as well as many many many others with this same style headlights wanted to know if it is possible for your company to make a set of projector style headlights for our trucks. I am part of two Dodge Dakota Online Community Clubs and many upon many members of both clubs really want these headlights. We have all came to the conclusion that your company will be our best bet for any hope of these headlights to hit the market. Your company already has the Diamond Clear Corners for our trucks and what better match up to those corners than a set of headlights to match them.
Thank you for taking the time to read over my email. Your reply would greatly be appreciated.
Dodge Dakota owner,
Robert Kretsch"
Ill post his reply... if he does.
heres his email.... Flood it up with GOOD emails. This is our best bet for these headlights fellas.
Brian Horowitz.. Owner APC
brianh@4apc.net
ROB aka REKER
Mods: Home Brew Grille(soon to be silver with clear coat), Autolite 3923 plugs, Custom Air Intake (blue fading into silver).
Next Mod: Ordered 9/26 Gunmetal Altezza Taillights should be here soon!!
"live life to the fullest and have fun doing it!"
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Chris
Dodge Dakota
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2/16/2003
16:41:25
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Instead of beating our heads against the ground in relation to the lack of support by manufacturers to produce the right product (projection headlamps) Has anyone looked at what is currently produced for ANY manufacturer and seen what mods may be done to make this work? I'd be interested in hearing anything. There has to be one unit either domestic or import that is close, maybe requiring that the OE corning light receive a shaving to make it fit. Please get back to me if you come up with anything and good luck. Mine is a 2002-03 Durango. I've got the altezza's and the mass air induction as well as the helix. Ordered up the Jet Chip but didn't fit as 1/2 through 02 the cpu changed. I've read that the jet chip lacks the snap worthy of $300.
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graphiteRT
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2/17/2003
13:03:05
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There is a clear headlamp for Dakota/Durango due out shortly. Prototypes were to be finished this week. If you do some searching through the archives, you'll find a thread related to this.
Bob
'01 Graphite CC R/T, MP headers, Magnaflow muffler into 'Cuda style exhaust, M1 2bbl, ported 2.02 R/T heads, custom grind cam, Crower SS rockers, Paxton Novi2000, Boyd's 20s w/Dunlop SP9000s
Soon: Viper 4 wheel discs
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BaDDaK
Dodge Dakota
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2/17/2003
19:01:52
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yes APC is making projectors for 97 and up dakotas, heres the part number 403671HL, it is listed on their website but there is no picture, also procarparts.com has a set of euro clear headlights as well with clear corners included for $199 <------ this is advertised in their ad in STREETTRUCKS magazines newest issue with a picture. they are not projectors but are diamond clears to match the corners.
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Chris Pearson
Dodge Dakota
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2/17/2003
23:37:20
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Firstly, that you for the input on the headlamps. This message is for all of you that share the same facination that I do with my vehicle. I have searched the procarparts.com site but was unable to find the clear headlamps. I, as everyone else, am definately more interested in the projector style. My Durango, which I purchased for my wife, is my outlet. We've installed twin Sony 7" screens and a crystal clear sound system with the 5.1 the only missing option. I have gone to a helix and cold air intake for performance, but thanks to all of the feedback that I've read in your comments, sent back the Jet Chip unopened in the box. I have read so many conflicting reports on what works and what doesn't that I would like some seat of the pants opinions which only owners such as you would have. I have seen the dual short throw intake which does look good, but functional?! I also like the look of the ram air hood but does it make that much difference. Should I be investing in pulleys or different injectors. What exhaust? I've heard that you should mess with the stock one? I'd love to hear some feedback.
Thanks again for everything..... Chris Pearson
02 Durango, Canada
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chrisrz
Dodge Dakota
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2/17/2003
23:50:38
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In addition to an earlier posting. This is a message that I sent to APC directly.
I was reading through a forum on Projector style headlamps for Durango type vehicle and it was suggested that I contact you. I am a Commercial Account Manager for Kal Tire in Canada. We currently own, non francise, approx 200 locations in Western Canada and are the #1 tire store in Canada, #7 in North America. Our focus has primarily been commercial but we are seeing a definate trend to retail and specifically the tuner market as we have now invested in having customer wheels manufactured for us. My interest is definately personal as the Durango is the choice that I made when purchasing a vehicle for my wife and my hockey playing children. I am most interested in the projection style lighting as the younger members of our local stores feel that they are far more effective. Please provide me with any information that you may have in regards to this issue along with information that we may find useful in setting up a business relationship with you. My direct line is 250-309-4355 and work email is chris_pearson@kaltire.com. The hotmail address is effective in that I receive it anywhere. I would welcome an opportunity to talk with you and apologize in advance if you find spelling mistakes in my letter to you as my job does not consist of formating letters.
Thanks in advance. Chris Pearson
PS. You are able to view our website at Kaltire.com
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SGB DURANGO
Dodge Dakota
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2/18/2003
07:31:11
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I JUST ASKED APC TO SEND ME SOME PICTURES OF THEIR HEADLAMPS. KEEP YOU POSTED.
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Jason
Dodge Dakota
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3/16/2003
22:34:26
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This is the only diamond head lamp that I have seen hope it helps out someone
http://www.procarparts.com/store/displaydetails.cfm?pid=DOG-DAK-9703-EUDI-XXXX-HLSL
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