Want to clean up the look of your front end? Stealth bulb group buy! - LotusTalk

Bane · 02-02-2008, 05:48 PM

Ok I'm back with another group buy

http://www.gtmotorworks.com/stealth.html

This time it's for a set of Stealth bulbs. They are a really cool product that hides the ugly orange look of your turn signals.

They are not "ricey" but add an elegant look to your Elise. They are 100% DOT approved and light up with the standard amber when you have your turn signals on.

Here is a video of my car:

and some pictures...

^ugly stock

^Stealth'd

Nice and clean look

Price is $25.00 shipped per pair.

Payment info:

speed @ gtmotorworks.com <- Paypal and Google Checkout

PM me for mailing address.

Site dedicated to the bulbs (with easy checkout button):

http://www.gtmotorworks.com/stealth.html

JUNGLISTluder · 02-02-2008, 06:21 PM

This is a great mod! One if the first things I did to my car.

Ian · 02-02-2008, 06:50 PM

How hard are they to install? If they are no harder than changing the headlight bulbs, I'm in.

surferpkt · 02-02-2008, 06:57 PM

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JUNGLISTluder · 02-02-2008, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ian

How hard are they to install? If they are no harder than changing the headlight bulbs, I'm in.

Changing the signal bulbs are much easier than the headlight bulbs. The lenses just pop out. It explains how to change these bulbs in the owners manual.

loanshark · 02-02-2008, 07:18 PM

I am IN, ONLY if it an easy install.

spf4000 · 02-02-2008, 07:30 PM

I've had these types of bulbs on my other car, but it wasn't as bright as the stock bulbs. How do these compare to stock bulbs? Do you have any comparison videos where you have a stock bulb on one side, and the stealth bulb on the other?

Bane · 02-02-2008, 08:19 PM

I took pictures for the whole install process. I'll post a "how to" if there is enough interest. It's pretty easy though. I can do it in under 5 minutes for both sides. The first time you do it it'll take some poking around and take up to 30 minutes to get it right. If an oil change on the Elise is a 3/10 and a headlight change is a 5/10... I'd say this is a 2.

They looked just as bright to me?

The Youtube video I posted is the Stealth bulb, I didn't see any noticeable difference between that and the stock one.

Frank Amoroso · 02-02-2008, 08:30 PM

In.

Lemme know. I already have a set installed (took ~6 minutes btw), but if the group buy price is right I might as well have a spare set on hand. That, or I may just have to buy a '08 Exige S 240 to use them on. Now there's a good excuse for the wife.

Bane · 02-02-2008, 08:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frank Amoroso

In.

Lemme know. I already have a set installed (took ~6 minutes btw), but if the group buy price is right I might as well have a spare set on hand. That, or I may just have to buy a '08 Exige S 240 to use them on. Now there's a good excuse for the wife.

That's the best thing I've heard all night

"Honey, I bought a set of $25 bulbs on LotusTalk and we had nothing to install them on... so I went to the dealership to fix that problem..."

Johnny B · 02-02-2008, 08:44 PM

I've got the Silverstars and they're a big improvement.

You guys will love Bane's stealth bulbs. They blend in better than the Silverstars.

Frank Amoroso · 02-02-2008, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bane

That's the best thing I've heard all night

"Honey, I bought a set of $25 bulbs on LotusTalk and we had nothing to install them on... so I went to the dealership to fix that problem..."

I couldn't have the bulbs cluttering up the basement. Hopefully I can sell the stock bulbs for $71,235 to make up the difference.

Sh4rkattk · 02-02-2008, 08:53 PM

How about the side marker bulb near the door.

brant · 02-02-2008, 08:57 PM

I'm in.

JUNGLISTluder · 02-02-2008, 09:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sh4rkattk

How about the side marker bulb near the door.

The side marker uses a clear bulb already. There is an orange lens built into the sidemarker that needs the be removed. I used a knife and needle nose pliers to remove the orange part, then installed the Stealth bulbs.

Basically, you can only use the stealth bulbs if you modify your sidemarker lenses.

shovel383 · 02-02-2008, 09:01 PM

Me too. Me too.

Ian · 02-02-2008, 09:06 PM

Would this be harder to install on an Exige since the front grille does not come out?

JUNGLISTluder · 02-02-2008, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ian

Would this be harder to install on an Exige since the front grille does not come out?

No, there should be a small hole in the fiberglass, near the mesh, which you would stick a screwdriver in to pop out the lens. This is seriously a 2 second job after you've done it once.

RoadDad · 02-02-2008, 09:25 PM

10 seconds for me to remove the indicator housing on one side, 45 freaking minutes to do the other

Sh4rkattk · 02-02-2008, 09:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JUNGLISTluder

The side marker uses a clear bulb already. There is an orange lens built into the sidemarker that needs the be removed. I used a knife and needle nose pliers to remove the orange part, then installed the Stealth bulbs.

Basically, you can only use the stealth bulbs if you modify your sidemarker lenses.

what is the bulb style and would there be a group buy price for the bulb?

02-02-2008, 05:48 PM	#1 (permalink)
Bane . Join Date: May 2005 Location: RanchoSahuarita.com, AZ Posts: 2,440 Images: 4	Want to clean up the look of your front end? Stealth bulb group buy! Ok I'm back with another group buy http://www.gtmotorworks.com/stealth.html This time it's for a set of Stealth bulbs. They are a really cool product that hides the ugly orange look of your turn signals. They are not "ricey" but add an elegant look to your Elise. They are 100% DOT approved and light up with the standard amber when you have your turn signals on. Here is a video of my car: and some pictures... ^ugly stock ^Stealth'd Nice and clean look Price is $25.00 shipped per pair. Payment info: speed @ gtmotorworks.com <- Paypal and Google Checkout PM me for mailing address. Site dedicated to the bulbs (with easy checkout button): http://www.gtmotorworks.com/stealth.html __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise (#499) - PPE stainless race header \| Larini SE \| Euro grills \| Green air filter \| Saikou Michi catch can \| HID kit \| CF console \| CF shift knob \| B&M shifter \| PC625 \| Hardwired V1 \| Rota 15/16" black wheels \| Stebel Nautilus \| rear tow hook un-Official LotusTalk Stealth Bulb provider Last edited by Bane : 07-15-2008 at 11:32 AM. Reason: update

02-02-2008, 06:21 PM	#2 (permalink)
JUNGLISTluder High Roller Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 692 Images: 6	This is a great mod! One if the first things I did to my car. Attached Images __________________ 06 Lotus Elise - AR/Blk, Touring, Premium, TC, HT, DRL Delete, X-Pel, TS Pro1 Exhaust, TS Pro1 Intake, BBmod, Saikou Michi OCC, 6000k HIDs, Stealth Bulbs, 07+ Letters, Re-grooved Bilsteins, LG Stone Guards, CR Engine Covers, S111 Folding Tow Hook, FF CF Spoiler, 17" PIAA FR-7s, CharlieX 06 ECU V2.0, Greddy/BOE Supercharger 88 BMW 528is - Blue/Llama Beige, M20 stroker motor, Alpina SW, 3.73 LSD, BavAuto Springs, Bilstein Sports, M3 SSK, 16x8 BBS, 225/245 tires, shadowline Last edited by JUNGLISTluder : 02-02-2008 at 06:30 PM.

02-02-2008, 06:50 PM	#3 (permalink)
Ian Certified Fun Stopper Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,838	How hard are they to install? If they are no harder than changing the headlight bulbs, I'm in. __________________ '06 Exige; Polar Blue; Track/Touring/Stage II/LSD-TC '05 Elise; Arctic Silver/Ruby Red (R.I.P)

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02-02-2008, 08:19 PM	#8 (permalink)
Bane . Join Date: May 2005 Location: RanchoSahuarita.com, AZ Posts: 2,440 Images: 4	I took pictures for the whole install process. I'll post a "how to" if there is enough interest. It's pretty easy though. I can do it in under 5 minutes for both sides. The first time you do it it'll take some poking around and take up to 30 minutes to get it right. If an oil change on the Elise is a 3/10 and a headlight change is a 5/10... I'd say this is a 2. They looked just as bright to me? The Youtube video I posted is the Stealth bulb, I didn't see any noticeable difference between that and the stock one. __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise (#499) - PPE stainless race header \| Larini SE \| Euro grills \| Green air filter \| Saikou Michi catch can \| HID kit \| CF console \| CF shift knob \| B&M shifter \| PC625 \| Hardwired V1 \| Rota 15/16" black wheels \| Stebel Nautilus \| rear tow hook un-Official LotusTalk Stealth Bulb provider

02-02-2008, 07:18 PM	#6 (permalink)
loanshark BANNED Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 3,225 Images: 41	I am IN, ONLY if it an easy install.

02-02-2008, 07:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
spf4000 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 447	I've had these types of bulbs on my other car, but it wasn't as bright as the stock bulbs. How do these compare to stock bulbs? Do you have any comparison videos where you have a stock bulb on one side, and the stealth bulb on the other?

02-02-2008, 08:30 PM	#9 (permalink)
Frank Amoroso Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Boulder. CO Posts: 271	In. Lemme know. I already have a set installed (took ~6 minutes btw), but if the group buy price is right I might as well have a spare set on hand. That, or I may just have to buy a '08 Exige S 240 to use them on. Now there's a good excuse for the wife. __________________ Frank Amoroso Whatever Press Vehicle(s) I'm driving this week 2005 Elise GG / black Ever take a risk? A real risk? The kind of risk that makes you feel alive? It's... spectacular, isn't it?

02-02-2008, 08:44 PM	#11 (permalink)
Johnny B No, it's not a Ford Lotus Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 1,611	I've got the Silverstars and they're a big improvement. You guys will love Bane's stealth bulbs. They blend in better than the Silverstars. __________________

02-02-2008, 08:53 PM	#13 (permalink)
Sh4rkattk Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: LA SFV Posts: 314	How about the side marker bulb near the door. __________________ 07 Exige S - PhB., TP, TP, LSD, Rear Panel Delete, Custom Magnaflow Exhaust, Custom AEM Intake, 6k HIDs, Schroth 4pt ASM Harnesses

02-02-2008, 08:57 PM	#14 (permalink)
brant Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 254	I'm in. __________________ Single and looking...oops, wrong forum.

02-02-2008, 09:01 PM	#16 (permalink)
shovel383 Chief Tassler Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 72	Me too. Me too. __________________ "You crossed the line. I pushed you over" ------U2 2005 Saffron Elise. Flat black Team Dynamics, Blackwatch harness bar, Stage II exhaust. 1999 Ducati 900SS 2001 Triumph Legend TT. She's a Cafe racer. Bride's Indi Blue Mini Cooper 1969 Ford F100 named "Ethel"

02-02-2008, 09:06 PM	#17 (permalink)
Ian Certified Fun Stopper Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,838	Would this be harder to install on an Exige since the front grille does not come out? __________________ '06 Exige; Polar Blue; Track/Touring/Stage II/LSD-TC '05 Elise; Arctic Silver/Ruby Red (R.I.P)

02-02-2008, 09:25 PM	#19 (permalink)
RoadDad 道のお父さん Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Hell Posts: 4,051	10 seconds for me to remove the indicator housing on one side, 45 freaking minutes to do the other __________________ "There are two things no man will admit he cannot do well: drive and make love." -- Stirling Moss Nunquam est ponenda pluralitas sine necessitate. Pluralitas non est ponenda sine necessitate. Pluralitas non est ponenda, nisi ubi est necessitas. Add RoadDad To My Ignore List

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