I was wondering if fog lamps and bumper guards are needed. I am not completely sold on the looks of either, but if they make the car safer then I'd be all for them. When it comes to the fog/driving lamps, are they needed to obtain proper visibility? Or are the headlamps typically adequate? For the bumper guards, are these just cosmetic? I don't see what they add to safety.
Curious as to the thoughts, and perhaps some pictures showing your set up.
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You have a plastic car; I don't think the bumper guards are going to make a difference one way or the other should you be so unfortunate as to crash. Driving lights, I can see a use for...Al
The bumper guards are attached thru the fiberglass (non-reinforced) bumper to the metal T bumper bracket with a single bolt so they offer the illusion of added protection. They offer a finished look and are easy to install - if you like the look. Fog lights produce a diffused beam of light for us in foggy conditions - I like them when driving in the country to see deer feeding along the road side. A better investment in name of safety would be replacing old incandescent headlights with European H4 conversion headlights. If you don't drive in the fog or mist you can install driving lights instead (hi-intensity bulbs are available). With either fogs or the driving lings be sure to install properly using a relay so you don't burn out a light switch and get full voltage to the lights.
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Yep, didn't think that the bumper and bumper guards were anything more than cosmetic. It sounds like driving or fog lamps might be a good idea too.
I take it that the headlight grilles and mesh covers are cosmetic as well?
I suspect the mesh headlight grills deflect sticks, stones and small birds but replacement lens are only $20 or so.
Here are a nice set of lights for a GREAT price. I have ordered from this company and the quality was spot on. They shipped the parts FAST
http://vintagespeedsterparts.c...mepairh3halogen.aspx
They have the bumper guards as well
Wolfgang- in my driving light arrangement, I was thinking of installing a small fuse between switch and lights. Where should the relay you mentions be place, or is my arrangement totally off? Thank you for your help, Michael
Here's sample wiring diagram for driving or fog lights:
You may want to wire the switch into the accessory side of switch or with the running lights (most legal) so you don't leave them on and walk away to return to a dead battery.
Thank you Wolfgang. I was heading in the wrong direction. Setting up with the running lights is a very good idea. Thank you again.
