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Another Husker "LeMans Grill" Installed!

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  1. TheOnlyest

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    Well, here it is, complete! I took my time on this... I was able to source some extremely high quality aftermarket lights from the UK (100% identical to the factory lights, at less than half the price), along with factory bulb holders/backings. I was also able to find the same connectors that Ferrari uses, to make my custom wiring harnesses, with absolutely NO altering of the factory wiring, as you can see.

    It looks like I will also be making these harnesses for Collin to sell with his grill kits, but they will also work for ANY aftermarket or custom taillight conversion panel out there. Please note that the standard harnesses I will be making only have 3 wires on each connector, not 4 as shown in the pics, and only 5 connections are made at each 348 tail light connector... I did a bit of custom stuff with mine.

    BTW, i'm also sporting a new (to me) Quicksilver Super Sport muffler that I got from Albert328gts, sounds AMAZING!!! Thanks again Al!
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  2. JF308

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    Looks good. Are you going to be adding the "355-esque" Cavallino to the back center?

    I think it would look great.
     
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    Very nice!!
     
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  4. Husker

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  5. TheOnlyest

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    Yup, I got a 3" Cavallino that will be on there, I painted it black. I want the emblem, but I also like the continuous flow of black across the back.
    I will be posting some better pics soon with the Cavallino on there, from different angles and some better scenery!
     
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  6. Husker

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    I think a black horse will look pretty cool. Is it going to be a glossy black? Other?

    In all seriousness, some darn nice (and fast) work on the harness. I was in over my head on that thing.
     
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  7. TheOnlyest

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    Its satin black, just like the grill.
    I really went the extra mile on the harness... all wires are properly weather booted inside the light connectors, all pins are
    crimped AND soldered. The light connector pins are also pre-treated with stabilant AND moisture resistant teflon.
    There's no way this harness will deteriorate or come apart!
     
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    good choice in keeping it black - looks fantastic.
     
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    look nice Steve! Thanks for posting :)
     
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  10. PAP 348

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    Looks great Steve!! :):)

    I cant wait to see more pics mate. :):)
     
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    VERY nice Steve!!!!
     
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    Great job Steve. Let's see some pics of that little dancing horse when you get it on. I like the idea of a second read on the Cavalino.
     
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    Awesome job Steve looks great I can't wait to get my grill. Good to hear about your wiring harness I definitely will be using it. Can you tell me more about the lights you ordered please.
     
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    So what is the count now on these. How many are installed?
     
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    Not enough! That is one fine look!
     
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    I can confirm that we will be offering the "Steve" wiring harnesses (a pair) with each Grill, for an additional charge of $85 to $100. Steve has been very gracious to offer this and really did a fine job helping to make this a turn-key project without guesswork.

    This entire "LeMans Grill" project, from the first day about a year ago, has been a work in progress and I owe a lot of you thanks for helping to bring it to fruition. There are a lot of you on this board that can take credit for helping make it happen.
     
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    Looking good Steve!
     
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    +1 ............. :)
     
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    wow wow wow that looks so awesome. I need to get one of these grills.... I hope husker still has some by the time I have the funds
     
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    I suggest shrink tubing instead of the coiled up electricians tape on the slick wiring harnesses. It would look much cleaner.
    Good job!
     
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  21. TheOnlyest

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    I actually tried that, but it made the short wires too rigid. To use heat shrink, I would have to make the wires much longer... I decided that excessive wiring bunched up behind the lights would look worse.
    That's actually not electrical tape on the wires, its automotive grade wiring harness tape (same as OEM)... its actually a fabric tape, not vinyl.
     
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    Here is some stuff that I like to use cover wires on some of my projects ................. I will put about 1" shrinksleeve on the ends to keep it from fraying ..... :)
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  23. 3forty8

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    Great job Steve - looks fantastic (grill install and your wiring harness)! This thread needs more pics! When you and Husker put your heads together - look out! :D
     
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  24. albert328gts

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    Where were you 2 years ago when I did my challenge grill, I could of used those connectors (may still will send you a PM), looks like you did a great job with the installation, and yup you need that chrome horse in the back! Looks good and dont forget to update your website. Glad you like the sound of the Quicksilver!
     
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  25. Vegas-Guy

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    Looks good Steve! I'm sure I get to see it soon...:)
     
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