In a message dated 96-03-25 10:25:31 EST, ljacobs@calvin.uchsc.edu (L.
Jacobs) writes:
>I've got the 96 (no fog lights) and have an idea, for your submission
>and critique.
>
>I have my eye on these 'projector' driving lights, and since there is
>no way to put lights on the Dakota (short of buying roll bar, push bar,
>or light bar) I'd like to do the following:
>Drill round holes in the front 'spoiler' (plastic, should be easy)
>where the frame comes up to the front. Install the projector lenses
>where they are just about flush and peek through the holes. I think
>this would make a sharp setup, and one hole through the frame would make
>a very solid mount.
>Also: these driving lights are only $40/pair at Wal-Mart (by Blazer).
>
>Parking stops and rocks being thrown up aside, do you think this is
>very feasable ?? Has anyone seen/used the projector driving lights
>(i.e. MP option on the Ram) and do you think they would get hot enough
>to cause damage to the 'spoiler'.
>If I do it, I'll post some pictures on the web page to show you how
>it comes out.
>
>BTW: I installed the dealer carpet mats - $22 I love 'em, though no
> rubber protector under drivers heel. Perfect fit and my choice
> should anyone else be in the market !
> Thanks for all your advice, DakotaPhiles !!
>
>
>
I saw this exact set-up at a truck show in Indy last year. It looked very
cool, almost stock, but the owner said it was a pain in the tushie
mounting/aiming the lights due to the curviness of the stock airdam. FWIW I
bought an aftermarket airdam from Stillen; it came with the 3"x4" (or so)
driving lights. As far as those mats go, my 95 Sport has 21K miles on her
and the driver's side mat is just about shot. (from no "heel protector" I'm
assuming) I believe I'll either get some K-mart rubber mats for daily use
and the nice color-matched factory mats for "steppin' out" or just use the
old factory mats day-to-day and get some new OE's for weekends only.
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