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Old 07-27-2008, 11:38 AM
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Are these installed correctly? The fitment seems a bit off to me, maybe that is just how they all are? The brand is Esuse.












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They look fine to me.

That driver's side headlight on the other hand, does not. Buff that turd.
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Fitment looks good, I'm not sure about the angle though. I know they're supposed to be pretty low, but yours looks like it's pointed a bit too low. How's it look when you're driving?

And what's with the one weird headlight? It looks kind of freaky, like seeing someone with a glazed over left eye.
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mine look exactly the same you just gotta aim them.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 99_hb_on_air &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">They look fine to me.

That driver's side headlight on the other hand, does not. Buff that turd.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Thanks, polishing is on the to do list, but with it being the DD, its very low priority.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by hushypushy &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Fitment looks good, I'm not sure about the angle though. I know they're supposed to be pretty low, but yours looks like it's pointed a bit too low. How's it look when you're driving?

And what's with the one weird headlight? It looks kind of freaky, like seeing someone with a glazed over left eye.</TD></TR></TABLE>

I have not driven with them yet. lol at headlight comment.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by ltrkstr2k &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote"> mine look exactly the same you just gotta aim them.</TD></TR></TABLE>

thanks, I'll play around with adjusting them tonight.
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They look great, mine look just like that. I just put these on my hatch, and i love em. nice pick
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by mkazm83 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

Thanks, polishing is on the to do list, but with it being the DD, its very low priority.

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With it being a DD, it should be a priority since it diminishes light output.
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The only way to get perfect fitment is to go with OEM but they look fine.

You should wetsand that headlight with 2k grit sandpaper and then buff it. Works every time.
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I thought the depo fogs were oem, i dont see anything aftermarket about it
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Historyg... I understand you being a lazy *** and not reading the whole thread but at least read the first post... its kinda the main one! He states that the brand is Esuse not Depo which is not OEM.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Historyg &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I thought the depo fogs were oem, i dont see anything aftermarket about it</TD></TR></TABLE>
DEPO are aftermarket.
Esuse are aftermarket (but better quality for '96-'98 at least).

They are both replicas of the OE square lights that were available overseas. The OEM USDM foglights for '96-'98 were clear round lights.
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Thank you NOFX
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They look good man.

Side note: I'm glad you're un-banned, NOFX.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by STDClayton &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">They look good man.

Side note: I'm glad you're un-banned, NOFX. </TD></TR></TABLE>
Thanks.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by STDClayton &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

Side note: I'm glad you're un-banned, NOFX. </TD></TR></TABLE>

me too!
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Apotheosis &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">me too! </TD></TR></TABLE>
Thanks again.

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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 99_hb_on_air &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">

With it being a DD, it should be a priority since it diminishes light output.</TD></TR></TABLE>

That's correct, I answered you incorrectly. I though you were referring to the hazing from a cosmetic POV, not light output. I noticed the diminished output now that I look at it.

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by iluvmy2000civicex &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Historyg... I understand you being a lazy *** and not reading the whole thread but at least read the first post... its kinda the main one! He states that the brand is Esuse not Depo which is not OEM.</TD></TR></TABLE>

lol

<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by NOFX &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">
DEPO are aftermarket.
Esuse are aftermarket (but better quality for '96-'98 at least).

They are both replicas of the OE square lights that were available overseas. The OEM USDM foglights for '96-'98 were clear round lights.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Correct. And if I could, Id like to give these a huge in terms of quality, everything bolted up and all the wiring plugged in. Excellent quality. <TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by iluvmy2000civicex &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Thank you NOFX </TD></TR></TABLE>

Thanks.

I adjusted them a little bit tonight so that they shine right below where the headlights shine. I must say they do improve visibility greatly. Any tips on how high or low they ought to be aimed?

Thanks for the words of reassurance everyone.
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i have to admit i did not read the full thread I am a ***, they look good thou I went a little ricey tonight and added hid 's in my depo fogs, all the ricers are giving me the thumps up, while i give my self the thumps down, but i do like how yellow the hid h3 bulbs shine I guess everyone has a little ricer in them
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Haha yea I myself have a good amount of ricer in me but I try not to let it show.
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