Do It Yourself Fog Lamp (EASY)

DarkPath · 06-07-2010, 11:18 AM

Yeah, I don't think I want that thing on All the Time when the lights are on... I think I'll look into wiring a relay into one of the brake light wires so that it only comes on during braking. Speaking of rear lights... anyone know the Stock number & a good site to order the stealth ambers for the tails???

CBRich · 06-07-2010, 01:15 PM

Here's the site for the flashing brake lights: The Home Of Flashing Brake Lights

As for the dummy plug, I posted a response in the Fog Light DIY sticky with pics on how to easily remove it. Before you start you dremel a slot in the stud. You then stick a flathead through your wrench and put it in the slot to hold the stud still while you remove the nut. Works best with a ratcheting wrench.

Zigen5 · 06-07-2010, 11:56 PM

In the pic below, it looks like you have the cord plugged into a harness.

Quote:

Originally Posted by lastblueprint

Do It Yourself Fog Lamp (EASY)

Connect Invisicord to fog lamp harness.

lastblueprint · 06-08-2010, 12:23 AM

Yup, thats it. You see how the invisicord is hooked up to the back of that connector. Dont get confused with the loose connceter in the back ground. that comes on the 2010 model but does not work unless you have the fog lamp button and other special things inside the car, cant remember the reason. But for this situation, just hook up the invisicord just like whats on the picture. take it easy and be patient squizing the invisicord wire, it will be a tight fit.

Zigen5 · 06-08-2010, 09:28 AM

Just finished the install.... IT WAS SUPER EASY!!! The only problem I had was the cord kept coming loose on the license plate harness. I didn't have a problem with the 2 nuts. I just used a 10mm socket wrench and took them off with out any problems. It was a tight fit trying to get to the 3 plugs holding the bracket. I wish we could use the dummy light for something...

As far as the brightness of the fog lamp, its the same brightness as the taillights. Its not bright as the picture shows.

Installation was a breeze! it took me 15 min. to install.. I would definitely recommend this.. Thanks for all the help Lastblueprint.. You deserve a Rep point!!!

Has anyone tried installing a LED bulb in there?

lastblueprint · 06-08-2010, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zigen5

Just finished the install.... IT WAS SUPER EASY!!! The only problem I had was the cord kept coming loose on the license plate harness. I didn't have a problem with the 2 nuts. I just used a 10mm socket wrench and took them off with out any problems. It was a tight fit trying to get to the 3 plugs holding the bracket. I wish we could use the dummy light for something...

As far as the brightness of the fog lamp, its the same brightness as the taillights. Its not bright as the picture shows.

Installation was a breeze! it took me 15 min. to install.. I would definitely recommend this.. Thanks for all the help Lastblueprint.. You deserve a Rep point!!!

Has anyone tried installing a LED bulb in there?

I glad it was easy. Congrads on the hook up, I just used electrical tape to tape the invisicord wire away from the exhaust, to keep it from melting the wires. Post up some pictures on the finish install.

metson · 06-14-2010, 08:32 AM

I just wanted to say "thank you." I had purchased a fog lamp a while back not knowing all that went with it. I didn't want to spend a lot more money on a harness and then I'm very afraid of messing up something so I had just put the lamp in the garage until I saw your thread. I ordered the wire and this Saturday I was able to put it in and it works fine. It was not a easy as one, two, three but I was able to get in done in about a hour. I had hooked up everything but I could not get the light to come on. I guess I didn't have a good connection but finally I did.

It is a tight fit getting the metal piece off and back on....

Thanks alot for the idea.

bqd15124 · 06-15-2010, 01:12 PM

Can you guys tell me where I should order the correct fog lamp? I saw one on ebay but I was not sure if It was the one you guys ordered. Thanks in advance.

lastblueprint · 06-15-2010, 02:39 PM

Be careful with any ebay stuff, remember you get what you pay for. The one I bought is straight from Nissan so I have no worries.Check out vendors here, they have great deals as well, plus you know your getting the right one

bqd15124 · 06-16-2010, 04:06 PM

Hi LastBlueprint,
Thank you so much for your DIY Instruction and answer. Besides ordering the Fog Lamp and Invisicord, Do I need to order any other harness or connector? Thanks again.

lastblueprint · 06-16-2010, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bqd15124

Hi LastBlueprint,
Thank you so much for your DIY Instruction and answer. Besides ordering the Fog Lamp and Invisicord, Do I need to order any other harness or connector? Thanks again.

Thats it, get some electrical tape, to tape up the invisicord wire to the bumper so it wont heat up against the exhaust. If you need anything feel free to hit me up

Zigen5 · 06-16-2010, 07:44 PM

I got mine from the Z store. Just do a search for them. I believe I paid $63 shipped.

lastblueprint · 06-16-2010, 08:32 PM

Do check vendors here and search around, or contanct Tonny Nazzal from Riverside Infiniti. Tell him Henry sent ya!

DarkPath · 06-17-2010, 04:14 AM

For a cleaner install in the area of the bumper to prevent the heat damage to the wire as spoken of abover, go to radioshack and get a little bag of wire retainers. They're square and 3 dimensional with a hole in them that allows you to pass a tie wrap thru. They have adhesive on the back and if the location on the bumper is cleaned well, they'll adhere very well.

bigaudiofanat · 06-18-2010, 11:29 AM

I agree with all of you saying the one being sold is a lot of money.

I took that harness a step further and had it flash when the brake was applied.

Take a look

Need Help? Let me know!

06-07-2010, 11:18 AM	#1 (permalink)
DarkPath Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hampton Roads VA Posts: 318 Drives: 40th Anniversary M6 Rep Power: 15	Yeah, I don't think I want that thing on All the Time when the lights are on... I think I'll look into wiring a relay into one of the brake light wires so that it only comes on during braking. Speaking of rear lights... anyone know the Stock number & a good site to order the stealth ambers for the tails??? __________________ C&C WMBG www.carsandcoffeewilliamsburg.com [B]Looking for build badges? darkpath.ent.llc@gmail.com

06-08-2010, 12:23 AM	#4 (permalink)
lastblueprint Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Moreno valley Posts: 273 Drives: 370z 40th ann. Rep Power: 15	Yup, thats it. You see how the invisicord is hooked up to the back of that connector. Dont get confused with the loose connceter in the back ground. that comes on the 2010 model but does not work unless you have the fog lamp button and other special things inside the car, cant remember the reason. But for this situation, just hook up the invisicord just like whats on the picture. take it easy and be patient squizing the invisicord wire, it will be a tight fit. __________________ 2010 370z 40th Anniversary

06-14-2010, 08:32 AM	#7 (permalink)
metson Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Newport News, VA. Posts: 15 Drives: Nissan 370Z-2009-Red Rep Power: 17	Worked... I just wanted to say "thank you." I had purchased a fog lamp a while back not knowing all that went with it. I didn't want to spend a lot more money on a harness and then I'm very afraid of messing up something so I had just put the lamp in the garage until I saw your thread. I ordered the wire and this Saturday I was able to put it in and it works fine. It was not a easy as one, two, three but I was able to get in done in about a hour. I had hooked up everything but I could not get the light to come on. I guess I didn't have a good connection but finally I did. It is a tight fit getting the metal piece off and back on.... Thanks alot for the idea.

06-15-2010, 02:39 PM	#9 (permalink)
lastblueprint Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Moreno valley Posts: 273 Drives: 370z 40th ann. Rep Power: 15	Be careful with any ebay stuff, remember you get what you pay for. The one I bought is straight from Nissan so I have no worries.Check out vendors here, they have great deals as well, plus you know your getting the right one __________________ 2010 370z 40th Anniversary

06-16-2010, 04:06 PM	#10 (permalink)
bqd15124 Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: CA Posts: 22 Drives: 40thAnn/G35/Accord08 Rep Power: 15	Hi LastBlueprint, Thank you so much for your DIY Instruction and answer. Besides ordering the Fog Lamp and Invisicord, Do I need to order any other harness or connector? Thanks again. Last edited by bqd15124; 06-16-2010 at 04:29 PM.

06-07-2010, 01:15 PM	#2 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 544	Here's the site for the flashing brake lights: The Home Of Flashing Brake Lights As for the dummy plug, I posted a response in the Fog Light DIY sticky with pics on how to easily remove it. Before you start you dremel a slot in the stud. You then stick a flathead through your wrench and put it in the slot to hold the stud still while you remove the nut. Works best with a ratcheting wrench.

06-08-2010, 09:28 AM	#5 (permalink)
Zigen5 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL Posts: 260 Drives: '10 BC 370z Roadster Rep Power: 16	Just finished the install.... IT WAS SUPER EASY!!! The only problem I had was the cord kept coming loose on the license plate harness. I didn't have a problem with the 2 nuts. I just used a 10mm socket wrench and took them off with out any problems. It was a tight fit trying to get to the 3 plugs holding the bracket. I wish we could use the dummy light for something... As far as the brightness of the fog lamp, its the same brightness as the taillights. Its not bright as the picture shows. Installation was a breeze! it took me 15 min. to install.. I would definitely recommend this.. Thanks for all the help Lastblueprint.. You deserve a Rep point!!! Has anyone tried installing a LED bulb in there?

06-15-2010, 01:12 PM	#8 (permalink)
bqd15124 Base Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: CA Posts: 22 Drives: 40thAnn/G35/Accord08 Rep Power: 15	Can you guys tell me where I should order the correct fog lamp? I saw one on ebay but I was not sure if It was the one you guys ordered. Thanks in advance.

06-16-2010, 07:44 PM	#12 (permalink)
Zigen5 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL Posts: 260 Drives: '10 BC 370z Roadster Rep Power: 16	I got mine from the Z store. Just do a search for them. I believe I paid $63 shipped. __________________ *Meet HaZy: 2010 Black Cherry 370z Roadster - S-Tune Body Kit - 5:AD Bronze 19" Rims - K&N Filters - Euro Fog Lamp - Full LED*

06-16-2010, 08:32 PM	#13 (permalink)
lastblueprint Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Moreno valley Posts: 273 Drives: 370z 40th ann. Rep Power: 15	Do check vendors here and search around, or contanct Tonny Nazzal from Riverside Infiniti. Tell him Henry sent ya! __________________ 2010 370z 40th Anniversary

06-17-2010, 04:14 AM	#14 (permalink)
DarkPath Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hampton Roads VA Posts: 318 Drives: 40th Anniversary M6 Rep Power: 15	For a cleaner install in the area of the bumper to prevent the heat damage to the wire as spoken of abover, go to radioshack and get a little bag of wire retainers. They're square and 3 dimensional with a hole in them that allows you to pass a tie wrap thru. They have adhesive on the back and if the location on the bumper is cleaned well, they'll adhere very well. __________________ C&C WMBG www.carsandcoffeewilliamsburg.com [B]Looking for build badges? darkpath.ent.llc@gmail.com

06-18-2010, 11:29 AM	#15 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	I agree with all of you saying the one being sold is a lot of money. I took that harness a step further and had it flash when the brake was applied. Take a look Need Help? Let me know! 4351vamp likes this. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

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