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      09-29-2012, 11:10 PM   #1
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Rear Fog Conversion

How many of us have added the switch for rear fog lights? I figure maybe 6 of us...
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      09-30-2012, 01:20 AM   #2
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I have.
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      09-30-2012, 02:57 AM   #3
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I have as well ... anyone who needs the regular switch let me know
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      09-30-2012, 03:00 AM   #4
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So do you guys in the USA still not get fog lights like Europe? Whats the reason?
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      09-30-2012, 05:51 AM   #5
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I have this switch
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      09-30-2012, 09:20 AM   #6
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I think I was the first one to do it. It's been over a year now.
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      09-30-2012, 10:23 AM   #7
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Yep, your good work was my inspiration.
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I think I was the first one to do it. It's been over a year now.
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      09-30-2012, 10:40 AM   #8
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How many of us have added the switch for rear fog lights? I figure maybe 6 of us...
I just ordered. Expect it Oct 2nd.
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      09-30-2012, 05:15 PM   #9
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The wiring and light is there but not the push button. Most likely it's not on BMW's radar - it's an available option on Mini Coopers.
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      10-02-2012, 04:25 PM   #10
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I just ordered. Expect it Oct 2nd.
Just installed it. Took 10 minutes, works great. Very Happy!!
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      10-02-2012, 04:37 PM   #11
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Just installed it. Took 10 minutes, works great. Very Happy!!
Does anyone know if these lights are legal in New Jersey?
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      10-02-2012, 04:57 PM   #12
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haha, do you care? The switch is installed now.
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Does anyone know if these lights are legal in New Jersey?
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      10-02-2012, 05:17 PM   #13
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I installed it.
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      10-02-2012, 07:15 PM   #14
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7 so far...
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      10-03-2012, 04:59 PM   #15
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I have as well. Rear fogs in general are legal. My Audi had them from the factory.
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      10-03-2012, 06:48 PM   #16
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Where are you guys buying the switch cluster from?
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      10-03-2012, 06:53 PM   #17
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Ebay.
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Where are you guys buying the switch cluster from?
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      10-03-2012, 06:53 PM   #18
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Where are you guys buying the switch cluster from?
ECS Tuning has them.
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      10-03-2012, 07:01 PM   #19
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Where are you guys buying the switch cluster from?
Yes, ECU Tuning. From Ohio, $129.00 Free shipping and no tax.
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Where are you guys buying the switch cluster from?
http://euroactiveparts.com
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      10-04-2012, 02:56 PM   #21
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