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Old 08-16-2020 | 07:46 AM
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Hi:
I recently purchased a 2020 RF GT. I want to have the OEM light kit installed but the dealer charges $1100 for labor.
Does anyone have any recommendations for a reputable installer in the Bay Area (San Jose/Santa Clara)?
I’m also open to having non-OEM lighting kits; anyone recommendation on what to get and where to have it installed?

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Old 08-16-2020 | 07:51 AM
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Can you give any details of the OEM light kit?

Are you looking to upgrade you headlights?
 
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Old 08-16-2020 | 07:58 AM
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Originally Posted by grim_reaper
Can you give any details of the OEM light kit?

Are you looking to upgrade you headlights?

Thank you for the speedy response:
the part # is NA8W-V7-050A. It’s an accessory that costs $299.95 from the dealer.

BTW: I’m having them installed splash guards (labor $140) and alloy pedals (labor $330).

 
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Old 08-16-2020 | 08:02 AM
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Just checking, you said $1100 labour. Did you mean $110?

Anyone who is confident & competent with electrics can fit the footwell lighting kit.
 
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Old 08-16-2020 | 08:05 AM
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Originally Posted by EmpoyGee
Thank you for the speedy response:
the part # is NA8W-V7-050A. It’s an accessory that costs $299.95 from the dealer.

BTW: I’m having them installed splash guards (labor $140) and alloy pedals (labor $330).

I was shocked, too. Yes, it is $1100. I’m not very handy so I’m having everything installed by someone else. But I’ve not had to deal with installers since my last vehicle (a MINI) came with everything I want inside the car.
 
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Old 08-16-2020 | 09:36 AM
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They are pulling your leg. Shouldn't take more than a hour or two. You should buy it and take it to a auto sparky to fit. They come with instructions.
 
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Old 08-16-2020 | 09:48 AM
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Originally Posted by grim_reaper
They are pulling your leg. Shouldn't take more than a hour or two. You should buy it and take it to a auto sparky to fit. They come with instructions.

Awesome advise. I’ll buy it today since they offer 20% discount.

please stay safe and healthy.
 
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Old 08-16-2020 | 11:44 AM
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The only quality shop with a long standing good reputation and customer service is in Santa Cruz Ca. Tim the owners and his staff use to keep up on the latest information about Automotive electronics. But my information although I use to send customers to them for specialized installation like yours this was over 12 years ago. I also know that it is a little drive for you (about 1 hour) from your location. But it is a very scenic drive if you route it on HWY 9.

https://www.timsautoelectric.net/
 

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Old 08-16-2020 | 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Callisto
The only quality shop with a long standing good reputation and customer service is in Santa Cruz Ca. Tim the owners and his staff use to keep up on the latest information about Automotive electronics. But my information although I use to send customers to them for specialized installation like yours this was over 12 years ago. I also know that it is a little drive for you (about 1 hour) from your location. But it is a very scenic drive if you route it on HWY 9.

https://www.timsautoelectric.net/
Thank you. I’ll definitely check out the website. And call them tomorrow. I was going to call TintWorld tomorrow since their site gives indication they install lights.
 
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