GROUP BUY - JDM (RS) Vitz LED Tail Lamp ...

[riceboy]

Well boys and girls.. here's the scoop.. I've been able to secure a group buy price on the LED tail lamp's direct from Japan. The price will be $345 USD including one set left and right and airmail shipping direct to your door US/Canada. The package will be trackable, and insured.

Anywhere outside of these locations please contact me for an additional shipping quote.

We need a minimum order quantity of 10 pcs, and I think that we'll leave the GB open until September 1, 2006. Payments can be made to my paypal account, after the GB closes I will transfer funds to the company and we should receive the parts within 1-3 weeks.

Any addtional import taxes, duties, and brokerage fees where applicable, are the responsibility of the buyer.

Please PM with any questions or concerns...

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[slvryaris]

Whats these babies look like???

[GabL]

Well, anyone figured out what wire should be spliced and what not?

[bigsky2]

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ttt

[ChinoCharles]

Someone tell me we know how to put these on and I'm on this list...

[fnkngrv]

I just wanted to say that ya'all suck ass cause you can get them!:headbang: :bow:

[riceboy]

Chino - I'm sure that you'll be able to do it, or have someone do it for you. Perhaps after I or another receives them a DIY can be posted..

fnkngrv - you can get in on this GB too.......

[GabL]

fnkngrv - you can get in on this GB too.......

He got a sedan...

[bigsky2]

I'll get the lights first, then deal with the wiring after :laugh:

I'm confident it's not a difficult task, and the plugs that Kenbow's Vitz site supplies could make things a lot easier.

[Hyde]

dont have to worry about wiring, its so easy

[bigsky2]

dont have to worry about wiring, its so easy

All right you said it man!

If I have problems I'll be looking for your car on the road :tongue:

[riceboy]

He got a sedan...

:redface: Whoops...

[riceboy]

Gabl, ChinoCharles?? coming on board?

[tca4]

Count me in, by the way riceboy i am "the_ted" from the echo forum.

[ChinoCharles]

I better start saving... haha. Hopefully I can rack it up before you guys are ready to order. I'll keep you posted.

(Translation: I'm poor, college just started, and if I lay off the junior bacon cheeseburgers I may have enough dough to get some JDM tails.)

[Yaris Yaba]

I suggest instant noodles for you. :drool:

[ChinoCharles]

Oh trust me, I think I have honorary stock in Maruchan.

[riceboy]

Chino - don't worry you can always apply for a student credit card... :evil: then you could put more mods on.... more mods is cool.. :evil:

[GabL]

OK, I'm in. Just make sure we get 10 people by Sept 1st.

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
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[ChinoCharles]

That won't happen...

[riceboy]

That won't happen...

The student CC or the GB??? c'mon guys let's get it done!!!!

[ChinoCharles]

OK, I'm in. Just make sure we get 10 people by Sept 1st.

I was talking about that part, although the CC wouldn't happen either. I'm afraid of bugs and credit cards... thats about it.

[riceboy]

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
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[GabL]

I was talking about that part, although the CC wouldn't happen either. I'm afraid of bugs and credit cards... thats about it.

Well, if you are able to get a car loan (I assume so), you can always get a line of credit too! Or just pull off a few hundreds from the load. :biggrin:

[ChinoCharles]

Or just pull off a few hundreds from the load. :biggrin:

I financed the suspension... haha

[riceboy]

:laugh:

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
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[riceboy]

Alright, in order to get us over the hump I've managed to include clear modellista tails to the GB, pricing will be $355 USD including one set left and right and airmail shipping direct to your door US/Canada. The package will be trackable, and insured.

Please indicate the specific type that you would like, please see pics below...

Anywhere outside of these locations please contact me for an additional shipping quote.

Any addtional import taxes, duties, and brokerage fees where applicable, are the responsibility of the buyer.

We need 3 more ppl...

[riceboy]

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
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[GabL]

Alright, in order to get us over the hump I've managed to include clear modellista tails to the GB, pricing will be $355 USD including one set left and right and airmail shipping direct to your door US/Canada. The package will be trackable, and insured.

Please indicate the specific type that you would like, please see pics below...

Anywhere outside of these locations please contact me for an additional shipping quote.

Any addtional import taxes, duties, and brokerage fees where applicable, are the responsibility of the buyer.

We need 3 more ppl...

I still prefer the JDM RS ones...

[bigsky2]

Same here, JDM RS Vitz tails for me!

[Violin]

OK riceboy -

I'm in for the Modellista lamps.

http://www.yarisworld.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=1248&stc=1&d=1156955576
(these)

[Yaris Yaba]

i betcha by tommorow you guys will reach 10....

[bigsky2]

Need three more individuals!

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
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[hasher22]

Edit:

OOOOO forget i said anything.....

[riceboy]

Ill join BUT which one are we gettin??

oh yea, im in sydney!! so do i count??

Your choice, the regular LED tails will run 345 USD, the clear tails will run 355 USD... Take a look through the thread for different pics.. and let me know..

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
8. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
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[bigsky2]

lol, hasher pulled out i guess?

C'MON PEOPLE, let's get our JDM tails and start rolling in style.

These aren't your typical Wal Mart clear tails for 91-2004 Civics....

[GabL]

lol, hasher pulled out i guess?

C'MON PEOPLE, let's get our JDM tails and start rolling in style.

These aren't your typical Wal Mart clear tails for 91-2004 Civics....

Exactly! These are OEM parts, so for sure no fit and finish problem! Consider when getting a stock taillight will run you $200-300 EACH at the dealer, $345USD for A PAIR is a steal!

[riceboy]

TTT

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
8. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
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[riceboy]

Just a little over one day left... we need 2 more.....

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
8. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
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[Linkseal]

Well...how long the lights will arrive to Canada and how much i the total import taxes, shipping and tariff for each pair?

[bigsky2]

Linkseal,

riceboy has stated that delivery will take about 1-3 weeks.
If it is being shipped direct from Japan, I suspect it will take about 1 two 2 weeks to urban areas in Canada as it is being sent via airmail.

As for duties/taxes, I am pretty sure that there will be at least GST 6% charged by Canada Customs, and any applicable provincial sales tax PST or HST depending on which province it is being sent to.

There may be duties or excise tax depending on how the lights are classified and which HS code they are cleared under.

[GabL]

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
8. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
9. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
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:thumbup:

We got 9 people! I guess it's a GO regardless? :)

[riceboy]

I'm not sure what the import taxes/duties/tariff are going to be... I'll find out once I get mine in the mail... Shipping is included in the purchase price.

[GabL]

From my experience, you will be paying GST 6%, PST 7% (in Ontario), and then 5% admin charge, which comes to roughly 20% if they charge you.

Per Revenue Canada, they will charge tax even on GIFTS that are over $60 declare value. So it would be nice if they can label the light at a lower price and maybe mark it as USED PARTS to lower the chance of being taxed, but I think that will effect the insurance? :frown:

[riceboy]

Yeah I asked about marking the parts used, but they advised me that it would affect the insurance because the value would be understated...

[Violin]

C'mon #10 - step up to the plate.

[GabL]

Japanparts.com is selling these lights for $350 + shipping ($39 to Toronto). So we're saving $39 right off!

[Violin]

Japanparts.com also adds a 'surcharge' that you don't see until well into the ordering process - at least for credit card purchases they do.

[GabL]

Japanparts.com also adds a 'surcharge' that you don't see until well into the ordering process - at least for credit card purchases they do.

oh really! What kind of surcharge we're talking about? Coz I'm about to order the Vitz front badge and the console box from them...

[Violin]

It was about $10 (US) on my $142 order. For the $330 lights I want, the surcharge would be about $20. I guess it is based upon the credit card merchant charge?

You get a chance to review all charges before placing your order.

At any rate, they were great to deal with. My package made it to me in two days from Japan. I couldn't believe it.

[GabL]

It was about $10 (US) on my $142 order. For the $330 lights I want, the surcharge would be about $20. I guess it is based upon the credit card merchant charge?

You get a chance to review all charges before placing your order.

At any rate, they were great to deal with. My package made it to me in two days from Japan. I couldn't believe it.

hmm... so they charge you on the Credit card/paypal charge, which is 3% I read somewhere on the website I think. Thanks for the advise!

[bigsky2]

Well if this group buy doesn't go through, I'll be checking out japanparts.com if the local tuner shops charge too much.

Riceboy, what's the status of the group buy if there are only 9 buyers?

[bigsky2]

Another note regarding Canada customs:

If the package is handled by Canada Customs Border Services Agency upon entry to Canada, and CBSA decides to charge you taxes and duties, you must pay a minimum $5.00 handling charge. This only occurs when the package is handled by CBSA and is then delivered to you via Canada Post.

Should the package be delivered by Purolator, which depends on how the shipper designates the importance of the parcel, and if taxes/duties are charged, you will probably be paying a brokerage charge since it is now being cleared by Purolator.

Purolator handles time sensitive parcels from Canada Post, so depending on how the shipper sent the item, it may be delivered to you via Canada Post or Purolator.

In terms of taxes, it will consist of the following:

GST 6%
PST or HST, varies depending on your location
Duties (Possible, depending on how the lights are classified and which HS code it is classified under)
Excise Tax (Unlikely in my experience, only items like cigarettes get excise taxed)

In terms of insurance/value declaration, it is always best to declare the full purchase value of the goods. If the parcel gets damaged or lost, you are entitled to the full value that was declared if you submit a claim.

Hope this helps!

[bigsky2]

Linkseal should step up.

#10 is calling you

[riceboy]

I'm waiting to hear back from the supplier regarding the numbers... I'm toying with the idea of buying an extra set for my bro as a very early x-mas gift...

[Katana]

Wish I had a bro like u!

[Linkseal]

Linkseal should step up.

...#10 is calling you

Me already ordered from AJ before this GB started man:iono: ...and my set will arrive in 2 weeks.....sorry can't help ...but I am pretty sure this group buy will complete soon:headbang:

[bigsky2]

Me already ordered from AJ before this GB started man:iono: ...and my set will arrive in 2 weeks.....sorry can't help ...but I am pretty sure this group buy will complete soon:headbang:

That's cool, glad to hear you are getting a set.

But you can help me, when you get the lights tell us how you will install them!! :wink:

[riceboy]

Hey Everyone,

Well it's official the group buy is a GO! :thumbup: Now for payment details... for Canadian Residents you have the option of...

a) Email money transfer with $390.00 CAD - Please include funds password, delivery details, and contact info to albert.wong@sympatico.ca
b) Paypal payment of $345.00 USD - Please include delivery details and contact information to albert.wong@sympatico.ca

for US Residents...

a) Paypal payment of $345.00 USD (Violin, your payment will be $355.00 USD Modellista Tails) Please include delivery details and contact information to albert.wong@sympatico.ca

I'm hoping that all funds can be collected by the end of the long weekend, so that the total can be transfered to the supplier ASAP. Once I receive delivery confirmation I will send everyone individual details as to their packages.

Any questions/concerns please PM me!

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
8. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
9. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
10. riceboy

[riceboy]

Payment Sent...

Cheers

Damn... that was lightning fast....

[hasher22]

Congrats u got 10 peeps!!!

though riceb is gettin 2???

[riceboy]

My bro is getting hooked up... but there really was no choice....

[Violin]

Can my parents adopt you? I need a better brother.

Payment sent.

[riceboy]

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
8. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
9. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
10. riceboy

[bigsky2]

riceboy: Paid in full via Paypal on 9/2/2006 at 22:58 EST

[riceboy]

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
8. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
9. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
10. riceboy

[argylesocks]

Well boys and girls.. here's the scoop.. I've been able to secure a group buy price on the LED tail lamp's direct from Japan. The price will be $345 USD including one set left and right and airmail shipping direct to your door US/Canada. The package will be trackable, and insured.



maybe im missing something here... and i dont want to rain on anyone's parade.. but isnt this just a breaklight? $345??

what am i missing?

[Violin]

No he's right. They're just brake lights.

Once you start modifying a car, it gets to be a disease.

I figure that I'll be get some of the money back after a couple of people get rear ended though. Anyone want a lightly used stock tail lamp, PM me....

or just stop me on the highway - I'll be the one with the incredibly hot Yaris - the one with the cool tail lights.

[hasher22]

seriously i dont think the JDM tail lights are all that great... the stocked lights are better cuz they have that nice upside down L shape brake light to it. I recon that circle brake light enlarges the whole car

[argylesocks]

where are the backup lights?

[Violin]

You can see better here:

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i242/maxarancon/VitzLEDLight2.jpg

http://i74.photobucket.com/albums/i242/maxarancon/VitzLEDLight3.jpg

[GabL]

Paid in full via Paypal on Sep. 4, 2006, 08:07:26 PDT.

Where is my light now?? :P

[riceboy]

I think some of the remaining members may have gone away for the long weekend, I've sent PM's to them and I guess we'll just have to wait another day or two...

Special thanks to all the quick payments to date!:thumbsup:

[Violin]

My experience is that most people on these boards are slacking at work. The others will check in tomorrow.

[GabL]

Well, three of four remaining person are from other forum, I guess that's why?

Might take a trip to a Toyota dealership tomorrow to get the light side plug for a head start? lol

[riceboy]

Gabl - I'd hold off for a second.. teruyume is a toyota tech, he might be able to help us out with the install... in any case he'll probably be the best person to advise how to get them installed...

[GabL]

oh, thanks for the advice! But I guess we need the plug anyway? I don't want to solder the wire to the body side directly! :P

[tca4]

payment sent, riceboy check PM :)

[riceboy]

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. YamilR (yarisowners.com)
7. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
8. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
9. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
10. riceboy

[Jfoofoo]

Riceboy are you guys taking more order for the GB? I am very intrested...

[YamilR]

Riceboy are you guys taking more order for the GB? I am very intrested...

You can take my spot if interested I don't own a Yaris anymore :cry:

[Jfoofoo]

You can take my spot if interested I don't own a Yaris anymore :cry:
Thanks... However I haven't made up my mind just yet. :confused:
Doing a little more research on this and waiting for Riceboy to respond.. than I will make a decision...

[GabL]

You can take my spot if interested I don't own a Yaris anymore :cry:

What happened there??

[YamilR]

What happened there??

I blew up a piston rod, was doing 75mph on the freeway when it happened :barf:

[Jfoofoo]

I blew up a piston rod, was doing 75mph on the freeway when it happened :barf:
Are you ok? I am guessing the car didn't make it? Does your insurance covers it?

[bigsky2]

So does this mean the GB is off then?
Since YamilR has withdrawn from the GB, what's going to happen next ...

[Jfoofoo]

I guess I won't be going for the tail lights first after all. After speaking with Chris07LB I think I will dish out $ for a nice set of HID first. Thanks

[bigsky2]

Chris07LB

It's time for you to step up and take the rightful spot in this GB.

DO IT. :thumbsup:

[GabL]

I blew up a piston rod, was doing 75mph on the freeway when it happened :barf:

That's just 120km/h, and the piston rod can't hold it??

[GabL]

So does this mean the GB is off then?
Since YamilR has withdrawn from the GB, what's going to happen next ...

yeah, are we still going for the GB?

[riceboy]

Hey guys,

Sorry for the late response.. was pretty busy at work today... Anyhow... I'm waiting to hear back from the supplier about the GB, but I've stressed that I have 7 confirmed buyers. So I'll know more a little later this evening.

Jfoofoo - If you want in let me know, we can accomodate as we have one buyer leaving... I know that you might want to pick up the hid's... but consider that w/ a gb you're getting a group discount. There'll be more in the future, but depending on the level of participants it may or may not go through....

:thumbdown: YamilR :thumbdown: - Shame on you...

1. You never responded to my PM's
2. In the yarisowners forum you said "Well guys my Yaris bit the dust yesterday, good thing we have the lemon law in Fl. A piston rod came out flying thru the fender, but Im waiting for a new one", so as far as I'm concerned one's on the way so you should stick to your word.

I'm still waiting to hear back from pinstarz and teruyume... I'm going to send off another reminder pm/email a little later.. In the meantime thanks to those who have paid, and please be patient as I finalize this GB.

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
7. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
8. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
9. riceboy

[bigsky2]

Sounds good riceboy.

Thanks for following up and keeping all of us informed.

Awaiting any new developments.

In the mean time, some of you need to stop drooling about JDM tails and take the plunge!

[Lafiro]

ugh, but I have a Sadan!!!!

[GabL]

ugh, but I have a Sadan!!!!

Trade it in for a Hatchback! :wink:

[ChinoCharles]

:thumbdown: YamilR :thumbdown: - Shame on you...

:flame:

I'll be patiently awaiting all of the Christmas GB's. :headbang:

[Violin]

All I have to say is: It's incredibly lame to back out on a commitment like this.

[bigsky2]

riceboy,

What's the status on Pinstarz and teruyume?

[GabL]

:flame:

I'll be patiently awaiting all of the Christmas GB's. :headbang:

Good luck! :biggrin:

It's still not too late to get in!!

[GabL]

Some inform on how to swap the stock taillight to JDM RS taillight (for those who can read Japanese), pretty good as it points out what wire is what, at least for the JDM vehicles.

http://www.k4.dion.ne.jp/~vitz/RStail.htm

[riceboy]

Great news!!! the supplier got back to me and said that since a large portion has already been confirmed that he'll honor the buy... he said that normally he'd either cancel it or up the pricing, but that he's interested in hooking us up for the potential business down the line... I told them that it's very much appreciated and advised that I should be sending them payment by tomorrow evening.

Why tomorrow?

Well I just rcv'd email from teruyume and he's advised me that I should be receiving payment by tomorrow 09/07/06.. Pinstarz hasn't replied to pm's, so I'll be extending the wait for her too.

Again, thanks for everyone's patience in this matter, and I promise that it'll be worth the wait!!!!

Oh and if anyone else wants to get in, by all means feel free to add your name to the list and send payment by tomorrow.

[bigsky2]

Excellent News riceboy!

[Violin]

Great news!

Thanks for the update and the legwork.

[bigsky2]

Some inform on how to swap the stock taillight to JDM RS taillight (for those who can read Japanese), pretty good as it points out what wire is what, at least for the JDM vehicles.

http://www.k4.dion.ne.jp/~vitz/RStail.htm

Great find GabL :clap:

How are we (or you) going to do the "transplant" ?

Are we splicing wires as per those instructions, or are we going to find some harness connector?

[tca4]

Cool, thanks for the updating riceboy =D

[Violin]

If the vendor could lay their hands on that connector, we could all surely use one.

530 yen = $4.57 US.

Can anyone speak Japanese well enough to contact Kenbow (or whoever maintains that site) and find out how we could get those connectors?

Can anyone offer at least a rough translation? http://www.k4.dion.ne.jp/~vitz/RStail.htm

[Jfoofoo]

If the vendor could lay their hands on that connector, we could all surely use one.

530 yen = $4.57 US.

Can anyone speak Japanese well enough to contact Kenbow (or whoever maintains that site) and find out how we could get those connectors?

Can anyone offer at least a rough translation? http://www.k4.dion.ne.jp/~vitz/RStail.htm
Try this Translation tool (http://babelfish.altavista.com/babelfish/tr)
Not 100% acurate but it helps..

[GabL]

If the vendor could lay their hands on that connector, we could all surely use one.

530 yen = $4.57 US.

Can anyone speak Japanese well enough to contact Kenbow (or whoever maintains that site) and find out how we could get those connectors?

Can anyone offer at least a rough translation? http://www.k4.dion.ne.jp/~vitz/RStail.htm

Actually one thing I can see from that page is that the LED taillight doesn't have the reflective plate, which might be required for North America regulation? So we might have to find some place to buy it and stick it on.

[GabL]

Try this Translation tool (http://babelfish.altavista.com/babelfish/tr)
Not 100% acurate but it helps..

You can use Google webpage translation:

http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.k4.dion.ne.jp%2F%7Evi tz%2FRStail.htm&langpair=ja%7Cen&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&prev=%2Flanguage_tools

[GabL]

If the vendor could lay their hands on that connector, we could all surely use one.

530 yen = $4.57 US.

Can anyone speak Japanese well enough to contact Kenbow (or whoever maintains that site) and find out how we could get those connectors?

Can anyone offer at least a rough translation? http://www.k4.dion.ne.jp/~vitz/RStail.htm

Actually we might be able to get riceboy to talk to his source to see if they can iinclude the plug for us as well! Part number will be "82824-52050" I assume? But again, this is the body side plug, so it will be another operation if you are to change back to the stock taillight afterward.

[bigsky2]

That's an idea :wink:

riceboy, what's your supplier say about including any sort of harness or plug for installation into a non JDM body side plug?

I don't mind modifying the bode side plug/wire in order to accomodate the JDM tail light, only if we can get ours hands on the body side plug for the JDM tail light. That way, we can safely cut the body side plug and crimp the body side wires to the connecting plug for the JDM tails, and then connect the two plugs accordingly. It's a much more secure fit than crimping the body side wires DIRECTLY to the JDM plug.

Seeing has how we probably won't revert back to the old CDM/USDM tail light, a little modification won't hurt.

[riceboy]

I will send an email tonight and find out what the cost might be... I'll let you know tomorrow....

Thanks for the bonus info!!

[Violin]

Has anyone looked to see if our wiring has the same color scheme as the chart?

Bablefish translation:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/translatedLarge.jpg

[GabL]

The one thing to keep in mind, is that in NA, our chassis is NCP91, which is the RS classification in Japan...

But the body side plug is still not correct, as we are using non JDM RS taillight even though ours is NA RS. Also, we don't have the reflectors on our bumper as in the JDM RS, which we might need to find places to stick some aftermarket ones on! haha

[Violin]

The left side wire color scheme is the same on mine. I didn't bother looking at the right.

I wonder if we could get Hyde to take a photo of his connection.

[GabL]

The left side wire color scheme is the same on mine. I didn't bother looking at the right.

I wonder if we could get Hyde to take a photo of his connection.

We can PM him, he doesn't really need to take off the light to take the pictures. just pull off the carpet will do! :wink:

[riceboy]

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. Pinstarz (yarisowners.com)
7. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
8. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
9. riceboy

Still waiting on the pricing for the connector...

[GabL]

Thanks for the update! Can't wait for the light to show up at the door!!

[tca4]

Comeon i can't wait!! =D

[riceboy]

I haven't pushed through the order yet because I'm waiting to hear back about the connectors.. I assume that everyone would like to wait for a response as, if there is interest you'd like them to be mailed out with the lights.

[bigsky2]

Agreed!

It would be nice to get some support for the connector.

[Violin]

Yup.

[ism3t]

is it too late to jump on this bandwagon? I would love to get some led taillights for my usdm yaris

[GabL]

is it too late to jump on this bandwagon? I would love to get some led taillights for my usdm yaris

PM Riceboy and have your paypal ready! :)

[ChinoCharles]

Those are gonna look so sexy smoked.

[GabL]

Meteorite metallic, man, why don't they have that colour in Canada?

Those JDM RS bumper are nice, next on the wish list! haha

[riceboy]

Still waiting to hear back about the connectors.... if you want to get on board with the buy... send $345 USD to albert.wong@sympatico.ca via paypal... we can still get you on the list....

:thumbsup:

[bigsky2]

Another buyer might be nice incentive for the supplier to throw in some connectors for us.

ism3t send your payment to riceboy NOW!!!

[Violin]

Hah!

[ECHOKnight2000]

echo_hrs, are those JDM eyeballs? Are they interchangeable with most eyes? Where can I order them? How much?:laugh: :bellyroll: :bellyroll:


Great picture!:thumbsup:

[riceboy]

That killed me...

Ok so here's the scoop.. they don't know whether or not we need 1 or 2 connectors.. I'm assuming two because there are two tail lamps... the price for 2 will be $11USD... they will be shipped out with the tail lamps. I know it may be a lot to ask, but if everyone can transfer funds by tomorrow than I can transfer money, and the order will be done, done, done!

So same deal as before please send the $11USD via albert.wong@sympatico.ca to paypal, if paying in CAD please send $13CAD via email money transfer. If you're not interested in the connector, please let me know!

Thanks,

Albert

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy (x2)
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
7. teruyume (echo-bb.com)

[bigsky2]

Paid you via Paypal riceboy.

[vitz cuz its fyaris]

the jdm rear bumper is hella sick wish i had a vitz with that bumper and tail lights

[riceboy]

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy (x2)
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
7. teruyume (echo-bb.com)

[Violin]

Me too.

[GabL]

PAID!

[Teruyume]

paid today afternoon around 12:00pm via e-mail money CA$13

hi everyone i finally found my way to YarisWorld because i heard somebody mention my name here (ーー;) hahahhaha nice to meet u all. i can't wait for my JDM tails............................................. ........................

[riceboy]

Well pinstarz has sent payment, so she's now part of the GB... and ism3t is pending.... still waiting to collect for the rest of the connectors and it'll be a go!

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy (x2)
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
7. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
8. Pinstarz
9. ism3t

[GabL]

That's good!! Now we can start our countdown! haha

[riceboy]

Just payment for three more connectors... and one more set of lights... but that's it....

[bigsky2]

Come on people, let's get your funds to riceboy asap.

And ism3t, send your paypal funds to riceboy so we can get our JDM tails!

[riceboy]

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy (x2)
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
7. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
8. pinstarz
9. ism3t

two more connector payments.....

[GabL]

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy (x2)
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
7. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
8. pinstarz
9. ism3t

two more connector payments.....

oh well, I guess it'll be another week for pinstarz to send in the connector payment?? :redface:

[tca4]

Hey guys sorry everyone i am busy with my school and work lately... I am new to paypal and i haven't even verfried my account yet so if anyone live near Richmond or Delta (CAN),i can go drop of my $15 to him/her thanks thanks

[Violin]

You don't need to verify your account, they just nag you to do that. Click past that screen.

[riceboy]

Paid up members in green:

1. riceboy (x2)
2. echo_hrs
3. bigsky2
4. tca4 (the_ted)
5. GabL
6. Violin (Clear Modellista Tails)
7. teruyume (echo-bb.com)
8. pinstarz
9. ism3t

Everyone has permission to bombard tca4 w/ pm's and or additional replies in this thread to have him transfer the funds..... :headbang:

[nick1983]

If it was for the sedan I would be in.

[tca4]

DONE PAYMENT SENT!!!!!!

[bigsky2]

LOL

echo_hrs :thumbsup:
tca4 :thumbup:

[tca4]

Yea dont know why it took a while for paypal to sent an confirmation email to my account, but is all good now! i can't wait

[riceboy]

shoot... one more thing.. I need a phone number from ism3t...... thanks for the added pressure echohrs, and thanks for the prompt payment tca4.... now it's all on ism3t...

[ism3t]

I sent it man! good to go!:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

[tca4]

:clap: :thumbsup: :w00t: :thumbup: :laughabove: :biggrin: :headbang:

[Violin]

Yippee!

[riceboy]

The funds have been sent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'll advise of tracking numbers when they become available!!

Thanks to everybody for their participation, and I can't wait for my JDM Goodness!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WooHoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:

[hasher22]

is it too late for me to be added to the list? i want them now...












lol jks....im happy with my smoked tail lights...hehe

[GabL]

The funds have been sent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'll advise of tracking numbers when they become available!!

Thanks to everybody for their participation, and I can't wait for my JDM Goodness!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

WooHoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:

Good stuff!! Now we can finally start our countdown! Is it 2-3 weeks? :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:

[bigsky2]

From Japan via express airmail, probably 1-2 weeks to the West Coast.

Probably about 2-3 weeks to Eastern Canada/US.

I love the West Coast ;)

[GabL]

From Japan via express airmail, probably 1-2 weeks to the West Coast.

Probably about 2-3 weeks to Eastern Canada/US.

I love the West Coast ;)

Why the 1 week difference? It's just 4 hrs flight in between.

[riceboy]

1-3 weeks... 1 week is a little optimistic.. I think it'll drop in the 2-3 week range.. and I don't think there will be any difference from West Coast/East Coast locations.. or at least I hope not... since I'm in the East!

[bigsky2]

Why the 1 week difference? It's just 4 hrs flight in between.

This is dependent on a few things:

- If the package is ALL AIR service, then it should be delivered to Eastern Canada within 7-10 working days (pretty much 1-2 calendar weeks)
- If the package is a combination of AIR/GROUND service, then it will be aired to Vancouver and then put on rail or truck for Eastbound transport (this will could take 3 calendar weeks)
- If the package is sent using Japan's national postal service/company, it will be handed off to Canada post.

I'm not sure how the lights will be shipped so I'm just guessing.
We also have to consider whether the lights will be handed off to Canada Post to handle, or if it will be sub carriered by another courier company.

[Violin]

My last package from Japan (through Japan's Postal Service) arrived in just 2 days.

[bigsky2]

My last package from Japan (through Japan's Postal Service) arrived in just 2 days.

Yes, it's generally much faster in the US with USPS.
There's lots of APO and FPO in Japan, so there are LOTS of mail items going to the US - not surprised you got your package so fast.

Makes me jealous - rub my nose in it will ya? :wink:

[GabL]

Hopefully the custom will be generous to us... finger crossed.

[Violin]

Wow! I got mine already.

I'm going to go install them now.

[riceboy]

are you kidding me???

[bigsky2]

Wow! I got mine already.

I'm going to go install them now.

Remember to take pics of the install and post a tutorial for us :wink:

It's the only way to prove you got the lights too :laugh:

[bigsky2]

riceboy,

I thought we would all get individual tracking #'s for our lights?
Anything for me?!

[tca4]

Arhhh damn you Violin!! :P jk!~~ where is mine!!!!!

[riceboy]

riceboy,

I thought we would all get individual tracking #'s for our lights?
Anything for me?!

That's what I was advised.... I haven't received any tracking #'s, and wasn't even aware that the pieces were shipped out.. I'm hoping that Violin can confirm things......

[Violin]

I can.


Psyche!

[Teruyume]

OMG.......... i am so jealous now..... i want my JDM tail :P

[Violin]

Ummm...

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=psyche

[tomjasz]

I love the West Coast ;)

Known by some here as the "left coast"

[ItsMyDaily]

let me know on the next group buy. I'll be the first name on the list :thumbsup: .

[ChinoCharles]

Yeah I already know what I want for Christmas...

A spot on the next JDM tail GB list!

[Violin]

No kidding this time.

I got a call from the Post Office on my cell phone - the number I gave riceboy for my contact.

They said they have an Express Mail for me from an international address.

Will be delivered to my office tomorrow.

[riceboy]

Are you sure??? :confused:

[GabL]

Nice!

So riceboy, no tracking # for us?

[Violin]

Are you sure??? :confused:

99% sure. I'm not expecting any international shipments at my office except for them. I'll know tomorrow.

[riceboy]

Nothing yet,.. I'm still waiting to hear back about it...

[Violin]

Got them!!!!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/photo001Medium-1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/photo002Medium-1.jpg

Slight problem though. They lack the wiring harness pictured in the ones RoninMax got. The instructions (in Japanese) show you removing the harness from the stock headlights and using it on these. That would be great if I owned a Vitz RS.

I'll scan in the instructions and post them.

[Violin]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/File0001Large.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/File0002Large.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/File0003Large.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/File0004Large.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/File0005Large.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/File0006Large.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/File0007Large.jpg

[Violin]

Tap..tap...tap...

Is this thing on?

[bigsky2]

Ah Violin, you lucky bastard...

You now have the responsibility of taking pictures of your install and posting up a tutorial.

[Violin]

I would have them installed already if I had the correct wiring harness. It's two bolts and a gentle tug to remove the tail light.

I hope I don't have to make a harness. The bulb holders are standard. I wonder where I could find the three pin connector for the LEDs (center hole in gasket).

[bigsky2]

Violin,

Did you pull back the gasket slightly to see if there was a plug on the light, and a wire harness connected to it that may be hidden?

And one more clarification... These did NOT come with connectors? I thought we all paid for connectors too..

[bigsky2]

Got them!!!!

Slight problem though. They lack the wiring harness pictured in the ones RoninMax got. The instructions (in Japanese) show you removing the harness from the stock headlights and using it on these. That would be great if I owned a Vitz RS.

I'll scan in the instructions and post them.

I guess this is going to be a problem that all of us will experience.

I have some hope that the Yaris RS in Canada will be more accomodating to these lights...

[Violin]

It's also possible that the red tail lights come with the wiring like in RoninMax's photo.

If it's the same as the Canadian RS, I may have to ask a favor from one of you.

[RoninMax]

Sorry to say that, you purchased just the Lens only. The picture I post in the forum is the Tail Light Assy. means Len, light bulb, harness, everything to make it work. Now, you need to purshase the light bulb & harness to make it work. Let me check the part # and see how much it is cost. I hope everyone in this group buy buy the whole LED Assy. instead of Lens only.

[Violin]

Thanks Max. PM me when you find out.

I noticed that on japanparts.com lists mine as "CLEAR COMB.LAMP (REAR)" and the red ones as "JDM TAIL LAMP ASSY. L/R" .

"Assembly" might be the key word here.

[ItsMyDaily]

Thanks Max. PM me when you find out.

I noticed that on japanparts.com lists mine as "CLEAR COMB.LAMP (REAR)" and the red ones as "JDM TAIL LAMP ASSY. L/R" .

"Assembly" might be the key word here.

was just about to ask if the one japanparts sells is the complete kit with lens, bulb, harness. Anyone know??

[bigsky2]

was just about to ask if the one japanparts sells is the complete kit with lens, bulb, harness. Anyone know??

Why not email them directly?

[ChinoCharles]

Despite the obvious issues, those tails still look awesome. Can't wait to see them on! (No more than you can't wait I'm sure Violin!)

[bigsky2]

Sorry to say that, you purchased just the Lens only. The picture I post in the forum is the Tail Light Assy. means Len, light bulb, harness, everything to make it work. Now, you need to purshase the light bulb & harness to make it work. Let me check the part # and see how much it is cost. I hope everyone in this group buy buy the whole LED Assy. instead of Lens only.

There's the distinction now!

I wonder when riceboy will see the new posts on this thread; he's going to be shocked.

[GabL]

These lenses are an upgrade for the JDM RS, which comes standard with the LED clusters the rest of us bought, so I assume the rest of us will get the bulbs and connectors included...

Cheers

Finger crossed.

[ItsMyDaily]

Why not email them directly?

actually i did, but they may take some time to answer. I thought I'd check to see if anyone here new :wink:

[ItsMyDaily]

Violens tails look different to me for some reason. Aren't the JDM tails all red?? Or maybe I've been seeing them wrong this whole time.

[Violin]

The JDM tails are red.

Mine are cooler.

[ItsMyDaily]

The JDM tails are red.

Mine are cooler.

:laugh: good answer.

[riceboy]

Imagine my surprise to get home, check yarisworld.com and see that 3 pages have been added to this thread. Right now I'm in the process of getting everything straightened out as I was under the impression that we would be receiving complete assemblies. As soon as I have more information I will update everyone. Please feel free to PM if you have any further questions or concerns.

[GabL]

Imagine my surprise to get home, check yarisworld.com and see that 3 pages have been added to this thread. Right now I'm in the process of getting everything straightened out as I was under the impression that we would be receiving complete assemblies. As soon as I have more information I will update everyone. Please feel free to PM if you have any further questions or concerns.

Thanks for taking care this for us. :clap: :clap:

[riceboy]

No word back yet.. since it's night time over there I'll wait until this evening to touch base with them again.

[Violin]

Has anyone given any thought to reflectors to make up for the loss of the built-in reflectors in the stock tails?

I'm thinking that the mini cooper fender arch reflectors for the side and 4 or six small reflectors along the top of the hatch (above the window) would look best. Perhaps a couple of ~1"x4" next to the license plate?


mini cooper arch reflectors:
http://www.outmotoring.com/cgi-bin/image/templates/LMX_ref_md.jpg

[Boo]

Has anyone given any thought to reflectors to make up for the loss of the built-in reflectors in the stock tails?

I'm thinking that the mini cooper fender arch reflectors for the side and 4 or six small reflectors along the top of the hatch (above the window) would look best. Perhaps a couple of ~1"x4" next to the license plate?


mini cooper arch reflectors:
http://www.outmotoring.com/cgi-bin/image/templates/LMX_ref_md.jpg


Those are not just reflector. They are reflector housing.
So if you going to use it, you need to drill a hole on your bumper.

[riceboy]

Guys should have news within the next 48hrs....

[Violin]

Those are not just reflector. They are reflector housing.
So if you going to use it, you need to drill a hole on your bumper.

Even if they mount with posts (which is likely), I could cut them off and affix with adhesive.

My concern is that if someone plows into my parked car and leaves, an alert insurance inspector may deny the claim if I don't have reflectors.

[ItsMyDaily]

:thumbup: I finally got a reply from japanparts.com about there taillight assy. this was their response...


Thank you for your inquiry.
Actually our business style is when we receive order form from the customer,
we would order the parts to manufactured company.
In other words, we do not have any parts in our office.
So we can not confirm whether JDM tail lamp assy is included.
Sorry about it.

Just posting for anyone that may be curious.

actually i did, but they may take some time to answer. I thought I'd check to see if anyone here new :wink:

[bigsky2]

Haven't received a package from Canada Post yet, so still waiting on riceboy for a response!

[bigsky2]

Even if they mount with posts (which is likely), I could cut them off and affix with adhesive.

My concern is that if someone plows into my parked car and leaves, an alert insurance inspector may deny the claim if I don't have reflectors.

Violin, where are the deflectors located on the USDM/CanDM tail lights?

[Violin]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/reflect.jpg

[riceboy]

Hey Everyone,

Sorry for the delay, I know its taken some time but I've got some answers. Unfortunately the supplier never clarified that the wiring harnesses would not come included with the assemblies.

The standard JDM tails will come with bulbs/bulb holders, some orders have been shipped out and tracking numbers have been sent out, more tracking numbers to follow....

The wiring harnesses for the JDM tails will run 45.00USD for the set, I'm thinking that perhaps we should wait until we receive the lights to see what can be worked out before spending the extra $$$'s.

[bigsky2]

Riceboy,

So what about our previous payment for "connectors" ?

Will we still be getting them with the lights?

[tca4]

So......What are the tracking #s for anyways??

[bigsky2]

So......What are the tracking #s for anyways??

For you to track the status of your lights, when they've left the origin country, when they arrive in Canada, when it's in the sortation facility, when it's out for delivery, etc.

I got mine! WOO!

EDIT: I got my tracking numbers. Small woo.

[Violin]

So what about our previous payment for "connectors" ?

Will we still be getting them with the lights?

I got them with mine - see the photos - just nothing to connect them to.




If all else fails, I may make something on my own.

The connector for the LED's is similar to a connector for a computer fan - that could be modified and secured. The bulb holders are very close to my present stop/tail holder, a slight trimming would probably get this to work. I could order four through my dealer. I'm not sure if there is an amber wedge style bulb that would fit through the hole though. Connectors for the wiring could be a computer item as well.

I'd still like the stock item though, even if it means waiting.

[Violin]

If someone could take a close-up photo of the bulb/bulb holders with a clear view of the wiring, it would help me greatly if I have to make my own.

[riceboy]

Connectors are included in the packages. Tracking #'s are for the lights your ordered!

[riceboy]

Violin please check PM's, if you want I'll take pics once my tails arrive....

[Violin]

Don't worry about the pics.

Thanks again for your work on this.

I can't wait to get these things on my car!

[Teruyume]

i've got my tracking number, THX riceboy ^___________^

[Linkseal]

Hey Everyone,

Sorry for the delay, I know its taken some time but I've got some answers. Unfortunately the supplier never clarified that the wiring harnesses would not come included with the assemblies.

The standard JDM tails will come with bulbs/bulb holders, some orders have been shipped out and tracking numbers have been sent out, more tracking numbers to follow....

The wiring harnesses for the JDM tails will run 45.00USD for the set, I'm thinking that perhaps we should wait until we receive the lights to see what can be worked out before spending the extra $$$'s.

Yeah, I agree, Hyde told me it only took less than 30 mins to modify the USDM plug to fit the JDM LED tailight, Basically just Cut and Paste...Same process as doing the JDM Honda Fit LED tailight...

[Violin]

I figure I have about a 10 day wait for the parts I need. I hope I still beat the Canadians.

[Violin]

Based upon this, I don't really see how the wiring harness will be seperate from the bulb holders. You guys might be wise to hold off on ordering anything else, especially looking at the photos of RoninMax's lights.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/diagram.jpg

I'll probably wind up with spare parts but that sure beats too few.

[ism3t]

:headbang: this wait is killing me!!! good thing i have all my ice done hehe, love the ride now.

[Kitt]

too bad i can't use them in my car...:cry::cry::cry::cry::cry:

[riceboy]

So I guess the race is on for the first post in the official JDM Vitz LED Tail Lamp photo section.............

[GabL]

No tracking number yet still...

edit: Got the tracking numbers, thanks riceboy. But nothing showing on the Purolator website yet...

[tca4]

Same here got tracking # but nothing showing on the Purolator website too

[bigsky2]

Trace at www.canadapost.ca guys.
It will give you results. Purolator may or may not be the carrier delivering this to you. Chances are you will get it delivered by Canada Post because there will be at least taxes (GST) payable on the lights.

Mine are already in Vancouver as of Sept 30 - just waiting for customs to clear it and I think I should have them by Wed Oct 3.

[GabL]

ok, my shipment is "International shipment has left the origin country and is en route to Canada".

However, I got two tracking number? Are they shipping the two (LH and RH) lights seperately?

[tca4]

So what other fee do we have to pay when they arrive at my door?

[bigsky2]

At the bare minimum, I think you will have to pay GST based on the declared value of the lights.

If Canada Customs determines that taxes are owing, then you will also have to pay a $8.00 handling fee to Canada Customs. This is sort of like the brokerage charge that FedEx and UPS charges when they clear a shipment on your behalf.

I'm not sure if Canada Post mail carriers carry cash/coins with them, so you may not be able to pay them up front when they try to deliver to you at your door (unless you have EXACT change).

So what will most likely happen is this:

- Canada Customs will assess the lights, and determine that taxes are owing
- Shipment is released from customs, and Canada Post delivers as usual
- If you are at home when the mail carrier tries to deliver it, he/she will ask for money based on what Canada Customs assessed
- If you are not home, they will leave you a delivery notification card
- If the package can't be delivered to you in person at your address, you will have to pick it up from the closest authorised Canada Post retailer in your neighbourhood. Of course you will have to pay your taxes (and duties if applicable) before they release the package to you.

[tca4]

cool thanks for the detail explaination :)

[riceboy]

Me Too, I would expect they are seperate because package size and weight affects cost considerably...

Cheers

I believe this is why they are shipped as two pieces.. sorry for any confusion!

[Violin]

I can't believe you guys get taxed on this.

You should really just give up on this whole pipe dream of maintaining a separate country and join us.

[riceboy]

I can't believe you guys get taxed on this.

You should really just give up on this whole pipe dream of maintaining a separate country and join us.

Yup, its sucky but it helps to take care of a lot of things that you guys pay for otherwise....

[Violin]

:laugh: You guys are too easy.

Besides, if we absorbed you, we wouldn't be able to say we were Canadian when we travel overseas.

http://imbbs5.net4u.org/sr3_bbss/20051kenbow/28_1.jpg

[tca4]

Got mine today but holy shiiittt i have to pay another 80 something bucks for tax!!....

[Violin]

Ouch!

[Violin]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/1103/rjenkie/28_1Medium.jpg

from http://imbbs5.net4u.org/sr3_bbss/20051kenbow/28_1.jpg

[bigsky2]

Those are the JDM Vitz RS correct?

Would like to see a pic of the Modellista installed :)
Violin is the cool guy of the group buy.

[hasher22]

ha i was about to "chrome" my door handles......or blacken it, but u guys said no lol......guess greeny vitz here beat me to it hey

[tca4]

Don't know which wire connects to which ports.....lost =( can't install today

[riceboy]

Damn the west coast!

[bigsky2]

Got mine today too...

Sort of.

I only got the Left side :mad:
Right side is still with customs awaiting release.

Should have it by Wednesday.

[bigsky2]

Don't know which wire connects to which ports.....lost =( can't install today

I think we have to cut the body side plug and connect ithe body side wires to the connector we received.

Just gotta figure out how to connect it properly using disconnects or pin contacts...

[bigsky2]

Ok this is what you need to do.

1) Cut the body side plug
2) Refer to the transplant page here for wire colours and associated operations of each wire: http://www.k4.dion.ne.jp/~vitz/RStail.htm#
3a) Plug in your connector and map out where the LIGHT SIDE wires are located when you view the connnector from the open end
3b) Remove the connector and get ready for some wire stripping and connecting
4) Strip your body side wires appropriately, attach the exposed wire to FEMALE MOLEX TERMINALS. Crimp them tightly. Insert them into the connector we have received in the right places to match up what you mapped out in in Step 3a), and lock them in place. This is the new body side plug.
5) Connect your body side plug to the JDM Tail Light
6) Enjoy

FEMALE MOLEX TERMINALS can be located at any electronics store, and I will be buying all of them in Vancouver so none of you guys can get your JDM tails in your Yaris without me being the first one!

[Violin]

I believe the shop manual shows how to release the pins from the connector - but I may be wrong. That would beat cutting the wires.

[bigsky2]

I believe the shop manual shows how to release the pins from the connector - but I may be wrong. That would beat cutting the wires.

That would be an excellent alternative.

I'll start browing through the shop manual for such instructions if they exist..