puddle lights for XK's
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JimC64 (03-27-2014)
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https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...ication-91768/
I really enjoy them.
DGL, I just read your last post from the thread last year. Sorry if I steered you wrong! Glad it all worked out.
I really enjoy them.
DGL, I just read your last post from the thread last year. Sorry if I steered you wrong! Glad it all worked out.
Last edited by Muddydog; 03-28-2014 at 01:45 AM.
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I really enjoy them.
DGL, I just read your last post from the thread last year. Sorry if I steered you wrong! Glad it all worked out.
I really enjoy them.
DGL, I just read your last post from the thread last year. Sorry if I steered you wrong! Glad it all worked out.
No worries, Muddydog.
I installed these on my sold 2011 XKR 175, and my current XKR. They look factory and do not look cheesy. Very easy to install. I bought a couple extra just in case they don't last; however, so far, so good, no problems.
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Found them.......not sure I would do it, but here's the link for others.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261376877015...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
BTW:
I have confirmed that these are made in USA at MrKustoms in house shop, so they will have the Cree brand LED inside. Cree is the leader in LED technology and bulbs in the USA. They are NOT from China, thus the slightly higher cost of $30.00 per set with free shipping from Chicago, IL.
Hope this helps others that may be looking for a set.
Last edited by richzak; 03-28-2014 at 12:40 PM.
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I like the idea of buying here in the US and CREE is the best of the best, but I don't like the idea of drilling a hole in the door to install them.
These are a direct fitment, replacing the factory puddle light, plug and play:
2pcs LED Car Door Laser Projector Logo Shadow Light Perfit for Jaguar XJ XKR | eBay
It might be worth asking the company in Chicago if they can do the same thing.
These are a direct fitment, replacing the factory puddle light, plug and play:
2pcs LED Car Door Laser Projector Logo Shadow Light Perfit for Jaguar XJ XKR | eBay
It might be worth asking the company in Chicago if they can do the same thing.
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LstFord (03-28-2014)
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I like the idea of buying here in the US and CREE is the best of the best, but I don't like the idea of drilling a hole in the door to install them.
These are a direct fitment, replacing the factory puddle light, plug and play:
2pcs LED Car Door Laser Projector Logo Shadow Light Perfit for Jaguar XJ XKR | eBay
It might be worth asking the company in Chicago if they can do the same thing.
These are a direct fitment, replacing the factory puddle light, plug and play:
2pcs LED Car Door Laser Projector Logo Shadow Light Perfit for Jaguar XJ XKR | eBay
It might be worth asking the company in Chicago if they can do the same thing.
A far as drilling a hole, once I read this post and it raised my curiousity, I looked at my 2009 under door sill. It is plastic not metal, so drilling should be very easy as you are not penatrating any metal surfaces.
I see that the Vmax product (above) is NOT compatible with a 2012, 2011 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007 Jaguar XKR so for many owners it does no good.
Vmax is a creative idea and looks like an easier install than the other one mentioned here on the forum thread, but is not compatible with most Jaguar XK/XKR's as from their ad on ebay for proper fitment.
Additionally the Vmax are Chinese made.
Last edited by richzak; 03-28-2014 at 01:54 PM.
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This is the only mod on my car that cannot be 100% removed and returned to stock, because of the hole. But after some personal moral struggle with this I rationalized that the plastic could be patched if that were ever absolutely necessary. In reality, the install looks professional and is ONLY visible if you are laying on the ground anyway, so I am not bothered by any OCD regrets. It cannot be seen from any other angle.
It also came with a bit of the correct size, and I placed masking tape on the plastic before drilling to avoid marring the surface.
Whichever one you buy, make sure it is low profile. It has to fit between the sill and the bottom of the door. Not a lot of clearance there. Mine extends below the door by maybe 1-2mm and clears fine.
It also came with a bit of the correct size, and I placed masking tape on the plastic before drilling to avoid marring the surface.
Whichever one you buy, make sure it is low profile. It has to fit between the sill and the bottom of the door. Not a lot of clearance there. Mine extends below the door by maybe 1-2mm and clears fine.
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Just remove the current courtesy light which I understand just snaps out. Drill hole in plastic panel under door, run wires from projector tube, and hook wires to existing courtesy light wires. Slip in puddle lite tube into hole, secure, lock down, snap back in the Jaguar courtesy light....your done.
Sounds pretty easy.
There is another member who has installed it, and I assume the above are his instructions from what he wrote previously.
I am sure others have done this and perhaps they can confirm what I wrote.
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I bought both types, for a total of $36.00 shipped. I just got the one that drilled in to the bottom and it works great. When I get the courtesy replacement light I will look and see which works best and install it. I don't think I like having it stick out of the side of the door the way the replacement light does. I don't mind drilling the hole because the car is aluminum and it won't rust. This is a picture of the light on my office floor.
Jim
Jim
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I bought both types, for a total of $36.00 shipped. I just got the one that drilled in to the bottom and it works great. When I get the courtesy replacement light I will look and see which works best and install it. I don't think I like having it stick out of the side of the door the way the replacement light does. I don't mind drilling the hole because the car is aluminum and it won't rust. This is a picture of the light on my office floor.
Jim
Jim
Was this photo from the one that goes into the drille hole or the courtsey light that has the projector built in?
Can you provide a link for the courtesy light with the built in projector?
I looked at the Vmax, but the chart stated it doesn't fit my 2009 XKR.
Thanks
Richard