Install oem fog lights

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adobesmurf
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Install oem fog lights

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I need help mounting non matrix/vibe fog lights on a matrix the company told me it would fit fine. I was un aware of the matrix's weird clip mounting when I bought the lights. They came with the standard U bracket for suv or trucks for mounting any tips for mounting
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2007 Matrix: Bought in 2015 with 72k miles on it

Mods: appearance: carflector, 3rd brake light sticker, hoonigan licences plate cover
physical: MWR Brass shifter bushings, K&n air filters
adobesmurf
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Re: Install oem fog lights

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Any help?
2007 Matrix: Bought in 2015 with 72k miles on it

Mods: appearance: carflector, 3rd brake light sticker, hoonigan licences plate cover
physical: MWR Brass shifter bushings, K&n air filters
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vibenvy
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Re: Install oem fog lights

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Have you tried posting your question on Matrix Owners?
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adobesmurf
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Re: Install oem fog lights

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Yes
2007 Matrix: Bought in 2015 with 72k miles on it

Mods: appearance: carflector, 3rd brake light sticker, hoonigan licences plate cover
physical: MWR Brass shifter bushings, K&n air filters
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Well, give it some more time and hopefully a 1st gen owner will chime in with some suggestions for you.
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Re: Install oem fog lights

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Wow ! Those are really nice ! Where did you find those ? The only thing I can think of is to "gut" the OEM lens and somehow fit the aftermarket ones inside, but the OEM fogs arent completely round. This one may be tricky, but it can be done. I dont know how much space is above the fog light openings in the bumper from behind, maybe the bracket for the halo bulbs can be mounted from inside above ??? Trying not to overcomplicate it or remove bumper :lol:
* 2003 Vibe Auto Satellite Silver w / Moons & Tunes
* Kenwood Excelon KDC-X597
* Polk DB651-Speakers
* Soundproofcow Roadblock R sound deadening in all doors
* Drop In K & N Filter
* NGK Iridium IX Plugs
* 27 MPG City/Highway with AC on
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Currently shaping a chunk of steel for the bracket to mount on. The u breaker wount mount anywhere
2007 Matrix: Bought in 2015 with 72k miles on it

Mods: appearance: carflector, 3rd brake light sticker, hoonigan licences plate cover
physical: MWR Brass shifter bushings, K&n air filters
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Great idea :D Where did you get the fogs ? :D
* 2003 Vibe Auto Satellite Silver w / Moons & Tunes
* Kenwood Excelon KDC-X597
* Polk DB651-Speakers
* Soundproofcow Roadblock R sound deadening in all doors
* Drop In K & N Filter
* NGK Iridium IX Plugs
* 27 MPG City/Highway with AC on
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Re: Install oem fog lights

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http://www.blinglights.org/2005-2006-20 ... light-kit/


I don't know the quality of them though the reviews are mixed they give you $5 if you advertise about how you like them. I am going to put some caulk to help seal them up to prevent water getting in them. I upgraded to the white halos they are better I also got a 20% off when I emailed them total was $71 comes with all wiring

Hardest part will be bending the metal and dealing with the shavings from cutting it.
2007 Matrix: Bought in 2015 with 72k miles on it

Mods: appearance: carflector, 3rd brake light sticker, hoonigan licences plate cover
physical: MWR Brass shifter bushings, K&n air filters
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