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Old Feb 19, 2009 | 02:21 PM
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I'm having a couple problem with some aftermarket fog light installation its for a FG1 non SI and the fog lights are aftermarket so that means they are REPLICAS and aren't exactly like the OEM Honda kit. I've installed them up until the inside wiring (SWITCH HARNESS)

First problem is that hooking up the switch harness I seemed to a bit confused I’ve tried to look up multiple DIY forums and none have been a whole lot of help because the instructions are for a OEM kit which I do not have. The switch harness I have is a bit different from the OEM one so I was wondering is it even possible to make this work the shop I bought it from has been little help with comments like "it work when we installed them" and "but it was too long ago to remember exactly what we did"

So many first question is this even possible with a different switch harness?

and if so can you point me in the right direction?

now on to my second problem which is there seems to be I a leak in one of my fog light because they are already installed except for the switch harness and I’ve been driving around in the rain I notice the passenger fog light started to filled with water. so my first step is going to be to try to get another one from the shop but if they refuse to give me one (because of their ridiculous return policy) I was wondering if its possible to fix myself but using some kind of sealant to stop the leaking. some people I’ve ask have told me that sealing it would stop the leak and other have told me no matter what I seal it with it wont help I will still have problems later down the road.

So my second question is it even possible to seal it to stop the leak and fix the problem completely?

And if so what with?
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 09:01 PM
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First aftermarket things are not replicas.
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 11:24 PM
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First aftermarket things are not replicas.
thanks i was actually looking for help not criticism
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 10:00 AM
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The wiring is almost identical. picture of your harness?
Your fog housing isnt sealed correctly. That's why you have a leak.
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 10:26 AM
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Default Re: FOG LIGHT PROBLEMS!! and questions

Originally Posted by carmania11
First aftermarket things are not replicas.
Moron...Yes they are. Password makes fogs for are cars that are factory replicas.. it looks the exact same it is just not OEM.. making it a replica. GTFO
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Old Feb 21, 2009 | 11:12 AM
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Moron...Yes they are. Password makes fogs for are cars that are factory replicas.. it looks the exact same it is just not OEM.. making it a replica. GTFO
no you're a moron.
Password JDM = overpriced ebay fog lights.
OEM style = OEM replica. They are just worded different
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 12:11 PM
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Easy I'm having the same problem as you. My fogs isn't working so I need to get a new switch harness from collegehillshonda. But anyways to fix your leakage problem you can do this to both fogs. Replace em with Lexan sheets from Home Depot. Doesn't crack as easily but from what I've heard it bubbles after awhile.

http://www.8thcivic.com/forums/light...ement-diy.html
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Old Feb 22, 2009 | 05:04 PM
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Easy I'm having the same problem as you. My fogs isn't working so I need to get a new switch harness from collegehillshonda. But anyways to fix your leakage problem you can do this to both fogs. Replace em with Lexan sheets from Home Depot. Doesn't crack as easily but from what I've heard it bubbles after awhile.

http://www.8thcivic.com/forums/light...ement-diy.html
No, al harnesses work. You just didn't know how to install it and bought an extra harness that did the samething.

Again, if you have any questions, post the picture of the harness your fog kit came with and I will gladly tell you how to install it.
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