Shane

Sweet, paypal sent!!

Thanks, Nicole!!

PorKen

The front lenses fit 78-95 too?

PET shows a different part number for 78-86, versus 87-95. Is it only a difference in the connector or something?

Nicole

All side marker lenses, including the front ones, seem to be the same for all models - not sure why there are two different part numbers for front markers. Must be something in the socket. I wish i could find out.

Either way, I can assure you I have happy customers with new and old 928 model cars.

cobalt

I had been looking at the lenses on my 944S2 and thought they looked identical to the beautiful lenses Nicole sent me. The part numbers for the 944 are similar to the 928. 944 being 944.631.411.00 left and 412 right. The early 928s are almost identical with 928.631.411.02 left and 412 right for the OB and 928.631.411.03 left and 412 right for GT/GTS.

When looking closely at the 944 lenses vs the 928 .03 lenses the only difference is the placement of the center bulb amplifying (Fresnel) lens. The 944 is located about 1/2 inch in one direction that I cannot recall vs it being centered on the 928. There may be a similar difference on the early vs late model 928's. Bulbs used are identical.

I am not sure how much of an impact this would have but it would be nice to have a set for the 944. Does anyone know how critical the lens location is?

heinrich

Anthony it sounds immaterial to me.

cobalt

I am assuming that the lens is placed to direct the light based on the angle of the fender or in the case of the 944 bumper. I doubt it would make much difference myself. Since I haven't installed these on the GTS yet I might as well try them on the 944 first. If they work Nicole has another market for her product.

I do admit that Nicoles products are far superior to anything else I have seen.

Nicole

When I tried to get some side markers to send to Germany for making the castings, the seller sent me a 944 marker by accident. As far as I could tell, the white back was the same, but the lens was a hint longer on one end.

It is quite possible to make the 928 lenses work on a 944, but there may be a bit of a gap on either end of the lens. I'd be curious to know how serious of a problem that is.

Next thing you know we see ads like:

For Sale: 944 turbo, 928 side marker upgrade, $20k

Nicole

Thank you for saying that. It is always my goal to provide high quality products.

Just in case you're interested - there are a few challenges in making those lenses so nice:

1. The originals (amber or red) lenses are rarely smooth and consistent - particularly on the surfaces of the reflective pattern inside. This is not very visible on the colored lenses, but every tiny flaw shows big on the clear ones. We found a way to eliminate most of this problem before we make the molds, but occasionally there are some rough spots left that we can't eliminate.

2. The molds have to be made of high grade silicone materials that provide superior surfaces - cheaper silicon that is not so smooth will make the lenses dull, or - worse - uneven, buckled, or otherwise unacceptable for our standards.

3. There is a wide variety of clear materials available at different price points. Some less expensive ones have a tendency to get yellow over time, others don't turn out as crystal clear as we like to see them. We make no compromise when it comes to these materials and buy only the top of the line stuff. It's the best we can do to make them look good for a long time. You don't want to redo your markers every few years. After all, you started with amber lenses, and you don't want them to turn amber again because of cheap materials...

4. We also found that mixing tinting material into the clear material makes it stick to the molds, and destroys the molds upon removal of the lens. That's why I no longer offer tinted lenses.

In summary, if we face a decision on quality versus our time or cost, we always decide for quality. Call this quality thinking a crazy German thing, call my lenses pricy or whatever - but I will do everything in my power NOT to give you a reason to call them bad...

ceedee

i'd like to have some that fit my 1983 928 the front and rear in clear. but the website doesn't really say that they fit. the prices are acceptable but i like to know if it all fit's my car.thx
also there are a lot of errors in the links and coresponding photo's

michael

heinrich

Nicole, they are awesome, mine are here too

Nicole

Glad you guys like the lenses! I hope I can convert mine over the winter. Don't think I can get it done before Sharktoberfest - too many other projects right now.

I updated the product listings of all my lenses with the corresponding model years. The side marker lenses fit all US 928s.

Can you please be more specific on this? Which products have incorrect pictures?

Thanks!

amschnellsten

i'll buy all four

Ed Hughes

Nicole:

In looking at your website, it refers to the need to "bond" the new lenses in. What exactly is entailed, using silicone or similar sealant to fasten them to the fixture? I've not even looked at the lenses on my car or how they are installed.

Nicole

Hi Ed:

Best is, if you get yourself a second set of side marker lights to work on. Then you can prepare them without downtime of your car, and swap them when you have all four ready.

Here is a write-up by Keith Widom:

http://groups.msn.com/socal928/proce...44113234281600

heinrich

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