| Author | Message | ||
     Phil (Discoanywhere) Member Username: Discoanywhere Post Number: 65 Registered: 06-2003 |
I was at the dealer taking a good close look at headlights and from what I could tell is if you removed the plastic peice below the light and the headlight/signal you might be able to get the 2003 lights in an older Disco... From my hand measurements there may have to be some slight triming around the signal but it basically looks like a very similar shape and size.. Anyone else updated there headlights?? | ||
| Garrett (Rover7592) Senior Member Username: Rover7592 Post Number: 297 Registered: 03-2003 |
did you check the wiring harnesses for the headlights? | ||
| David Marchand (Dmarchand) Member Username: Dmarchand Post Number: 197 Registered: 09-2002 |
Their is a UK company selling conversion kits for the '03 lights for the DII only. I read about it in last months (the latest) LRM or LRE, can't remember which. | ||
| Raj Tuli (Britrover) New Member Username: Britrover Post Number: 25 Registered: 04-2003 |
Hey Phil, I was curious about the same and did a search on discoweb.org, only to reallize that the topic has been beaten to death. From what I understand yes it can be done, on a Disco II it is less work on a Disco I a lot more modifications. northwestparts.com sells the lights but keep in mind in addition to the lights you will need new fenders, cowl, wiring harnesses, mounts, and possibly more stuff to accomodate these lights plus more on labor as this might be tedious task. I have just sent a detailed inquiry reuquest to northwest and will keep you updated via this thread on what all would be required for this modification. Try and do a search as well as this topic was discussed hevaily around Feb - March 03 on discoweb.org. I'm interested in this modification for my Disco II so will keep you posted if I actually pursue this further. Cheers Raj | ||
| Jack Edwards (Olered) Senior Member Username: Olered Post Number: 413 Registered: 04-2002 |
Enjoy your truck for what it is... | ||
| Bryan Crosby (Bcroz) Member Username: Bcroz Post Number: 95 Registered: 03-2002 |
Headlights?... We don't need no stinkin headlights. | ||
| Andrew Maier (Newman) Member Username: Newman Post Number: 139 Registered: 04-2003 |
I'm amazed Axel hasn't put any of you on probation for discussing this topic (again)...  | ||
| Joshua (Joshua) Senior Member Username: Joshua Post Number: 371 Registered: 10-2002 |
yeh, I agree andrew Thats really a great use of a 1k dollar upgrade, LOL I just ask, why? | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 138 Registered: 06-2003 |
I am really disappointed in Dweb right now, you guys say, "enjoy your truck for what it is" yet you pour obscene amounts of cash upgrading for "off roading" purposes and snub those memebers that want something other that what you see as "necessary". It bothers me that you guys overlook your own spending addictions and snub those with similar (end the end it's still a Land Rover) yet not quite the same tastes. You should be ashamed. -Luke I have a '00 DII and I want '03 lights as well. | ||
| Blue (Blue) Dweb Lounge Member Username: Blue Post Number: 388 Registered: 04-2003 |
boo fuckin hoo in case you hadn't noticed, dweb is mainly comprised of people who use their Rovers off-road and that is why people poke fun at major modification just to get "cool" headlights fitted. What's wrong with the originals? Not cool enough? Sure, anyone can do whatever they want with their own money, but if you choose to discuss swapping headlights on an off-road conscious board, you're going to take some jabs. | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 139 Registered: 06-2003 |
great comment... | ||
| Mark Reeves (Mer) New Member Username: Mer Post Number: 38 Registered: 06-2003 |
Luke, LOL, good comment. I guess there's no room for those who want their truck to look great and those "authentic" posters who only care if the truck can go sideways up a wall, but looks like everyone else's. Make the mod's that make you happy. My 2 cents, much respect to all. | ||
| Blue (Blue) Dweb Lounge Member Username: Blue Post Number: 391 Registered: 04-2003 |
Good point, Mark. Maybe I'll go get myself some ghettolicious 22" chrome rims so I can really stand out. That would make me happy. | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 140 Registered: 06-2003 |
Blue, I agree about the mods that people can (and should) take jabs at. The first thing I did with the new truck was mount shocks, springs, ARB bumber, and bigger tires and then head straight for the trail. But, I understand where these guys are coming from, as many new LR owners are coming from areas other than "wheelin" and would like to bring some of that diversity into the game. I just hate seeing anyone gettting flamed when he (or she) is just trying to support our treasured vendors and modify (to his or her own taste) their vehicle to their liking. Snub someone for putting Dubs on their ride, but retrofitting headlights should not be one of them. If I recall, there is a current thread going regarding 35's vs. 37's, isnt this somewhat of a moot point just like keeping stock lights vs. upgrading to the '03 set up. Come on guys, in the end there are our LR brethren, we should support them. | ||
| CALM (Gumarcel) Senior Member Username: Gumarcel Post Number: 957 Registered: 11-2002 |
"You should be ashamed." Thanks mommy. Luke that is the responce that anyone would really get, on all the other treads about the headlights, that is exactly what has happened. Oh yea Phil the 03 RR rims will fit, if you buy the $40 each lug nuts. Just making sure we cover that, it is bound to pop up. | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 141 Registered: 06-2003 |
Calm..."just because everyone else is doing it doesnt make it right"...that's another from Mommy as well. Luke | ||
| CALM (Gumarcel) Senior Member Username: Gumarcel Post Number: 959 Registered: 11-2002 |
awww how cute. What the fuck is that supposed to mean? I have my opinon, yes the 03 disco headlight are cool looking. Would I put them on mine, well maybe if they were cheap and fit perfectly. Would I buy them and have to spend an ass load of money to get it to fit, no. | ||
| Blue (Blue) Dweb Lounge Member Username: Blue Post Number: 394 Registered: 04-2003 |
Snub someone for putting Dubs on their ride, but retrofitting headlights should not be one of them. so you get to decide that dubs are bad, but headlights are OK? My point is that any bboard, public or private, is purely subjective - one man's mod is another man's folly. If I recall, there is a current thread going regarding 35's vs. 37's, isnt this somewhat of a moot point just like keeping stock lights vs. upgrading to the '03 set up. not really - 35 may fit with a certain amount of work, and 37 will require a whole different ballpark's worth of work, hence the question. And tire size isn't even the same sport as headlights... Come on guys, in the end there are our LR brethren, we should support them. True, to a point. I really don't care about what headlights fit what vehicle. If my headlights BREAK, then maybe I will care. So I just ignore threads like this one, unless I see someone posting about his disappointment & shame in dweb. Now that is interesting and worthy of reading & comment. | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 142 Registered: 06-2003 |
Well, I am glad what I have to say is worthy of comment. I am all for big tires and lifts, though someone may not agree with me on any of my other comments. In the end, I want to build each other up, and not tear one another down. Thats all, sorry for being an ass. Luke p.s. Calm...my comments were both things that your mom would say "I am so ashamed" and "just because everyone else is...", thats all, just trying to be funny. | ||
| Justin (Vanroth) Member Username: Vanroth Post Number: 83 Registered: 02-2003 |
I will disagree with this board being primarly offroaders per say. True most of the members offroad, but I'm pretty sure the vast majority spend most of their time driving their trucks on the street... Even if it is just to get to the trails. To think that all these trucks are trail beasts is just flat wrong. Most of the individuals here want their trucks to look nice. Some think "nice" means dirty and mean, some think "nice" means slick and trick. Whatever, those are all kosher reasons. But blasting other members on their headlight preferences isn't cool. Especially when the headlights come from another rover. Hell, the new headlights are actually more roverish (albiet less disco-ish). Some us like our trail rigs to look clean and unique on the trail and street. Other never fix the dents or paint and just live with it. It is all good! Thanks for the info Raj, it seems 95% of the info on this subject is opinions (obviously mine was too), it is good to hear someone actually trying to figure out the details for us. -justin PS. Peace to the poor ghettolicous '03 and '04 owners. I still accept you. | ||
| Erik Olson (Jon) Senior Member Username: Jon Post Number: 449 Registered: 02-2002 |
Luke, Any comments I've had on my truck are usually on the lift, black steel wheels, winch and roof-rack. I take pride in the work I've done - and the careful purchases I've made. This headlight modification thing has been here again and again. This board is slanted toward practical, rugged modifications for use off-road. Improvements and enhancements to the vehicles stated purpose. Without being mean about it, you do ask for a little ribbing anytime you start modifying toward the cosmetic aesthetic rather than the practical. If you're looking for validation, you'd do better installing some proven accessory lights instead of hacking up that perfectly good body, cowling, wiring looms etcetera to take lights designed for another model. Just an observation, take it as you will... e | ||
| CALM (Gumarcel) Senior Member Username: Gumarcel Post Number: 960 Registered: 11-2002 |
"Calm...my comments were both things that your mom would say "I am so ashamed" and "just because everyone else is...", thats all, just trying to be funny." My mom doesn't say that kind of shit to me, I am not a baby. Maybe yours does, but not mine. | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 143 Registered: 06-2003 |
erik Take a look at my profile, I have the practical, rugged modifications for off road use. And yes, I like to look goof at the mall as well. Is that so wrong? Luke p.s I like the rack on your DI, that (and not lights) is next on the list... | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 144 Registered: 06-2003 |
erik Take a look at my profile, I have the practical, rugged modifications for off road use. And yes, I like to look good at the mall as well. Is that so wrong? Luke p.s I like the rack on your DI, that (and not lights) is next on the list... | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 145 Registered: 06-2003 |
Calm...my mom is dead, but thanks for playing. Let me know when you get out of college. | ||
| Erik Olson (Jon) Senior Member Username: Jon Post Number: 450 Registered: 02-2002 |
Luke, I looked at your profile - twice! Why did you paint your bumper brown - now that's a lame mod! Cheers, e | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 146 Registered: 06-2003 |
Erik, Its those damn ARB bumpers, always trying to bury their noses in the ground... | ||
| CALM (Gumarcel) Senior Member Username: Gumarcel Post Number: 962 Registered: 11-2002 |
Well luke lets see, I am 18 so you can figure I am a freshman. I will graduate in 5 years with my MBA. So, that would be 2008, but then I go back to college for Law school, oh boy, it is going to be a while. By the way, I am sorry that your mother did die. And I hope you are not lieing. But if you are being truthful then I am sorry that I made that comment. | ||
| Blue (Blue) Dweb Lounge Member Username: Blue Post Number: 395 Registered: 04-2003 |
Calm, my Mom can kick your Mom's ass. | ||
| CALM (Gumarcel) Senior Member Username: Gumarcel Post Number: 963 Registered: 11-2002 |
I dunno about that, my mother was in the Military, 20 years and is strong for a 50 year old woman. | ||
| Peter Matusov (Pmatusov) Senior Member Username: Pmatusov Post Number: 1040 Registered: 09-2002 |
LOL I wonder - how come nobody asked how to swap D1 headlights out for RRC headlights etc.? They are even more roverish. seems like there's a whole market niche waiting to explode. | ||
| Andrew Maier (Newman) Member Username: Newman Post Number: 140 Registered: 04-2003 |
Or D1 headlights for SIIA headlights? Could we recess the radiator, fans, etc. on a D1 to have the wings-with-lights look? LOL | ||
| Mike Rupp (Mike_rupp) Senior Member Username: Mike_rupp Post Number: 263 Registered: 02-2002 |
Not to totally change the topic, but why are you getting an MBA before getting any work experience? It might actually hurt your career to have the MBA before getting your first job. Also, from experience I can tell you that master's courses will have more impact if you have real world experience to draw from. | ||
| Rob Davison (Nosivad_bor) Dweb Lounge Member Username: Nosivad_bor Post Number: 840 Registered: 02-2003 |
lot of folks are having trouble finding jobs right now so are trucking on with schooling in hopes that the market might be better in few more years. the trouble i see here is that some people want to mold discoweb to accept one thing and others want discoweb to be molded in the other direction. problem is none of ya'll own the clay. so it isn't your to mold. rd | ||
| CALM (Gumarcel) Senior Member Username: Gumarcel Post Number: 966 Registered: 11-2002 |
Well Mike at Xavier you can get your MBA and BA in 5 years. I want to do this just so that I do have a leg up. I do plan on inturning at companies. Xaiver has a great program of gettin you internships, since they have great relations with many of the cincy organization. That is why. My parents and I both thought that that is a better route. | ||
| Jack Edwards (Olered) Senior Member Username: Olered Post Number: 414 Registered: 04-2002 |
Sorry for starting such a big flame with my honest comment of "enjoy your truck for what it is". I meant that as "enjoy your truck for what it is". It's a D1 or a D2. Our trucks have character. The whole headlights issue has been beaten to death or at least to me it has. It has nothing to do with spending money or mods. It just seems out of place. Everytime I see the '03 in a 01' post, I can't help but think of the 4cyl Mustangs here in GA that have 5.0 badges. Just my observation. --and yes I've spent the money on mods, lights, protection, etc. | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 147 Registered: 06-2003 |
Calm...sophomore year in college, she died of a stroke caused by complications from diabetes. She was a great lady and is dearly missed. Luke p.s. forget the MBA and go to law school. I chose to get my masters in accountancy (not that it's and MBA, but at UT its half way there and still a graduate degree in business) and regret not going to law school like planned. | ||
| CALM (Gumarcel) Senior Member Username: Gumarcel Post Number: 967 Registered: 11-2002 |
I am sorry about that Luke. Now about school, see I get my MBA and such, then I go to law school. See I am interested in Corprate Law, so the businees backround couldn't hurt. And if law isn't want I want to do, I have my MBA there to fall back upon. | ||
| Luke Tolson (Luke4696) Member Username: Luke4696 Post Number: 148 Registered: 06-2003 |
The MBA is nice, though most top schools would prefer its MBA candidates to have 3-5 years (roughly) of relevant work experience. If you want the business background, get your undergrad in management, accounting, or finance then head off to law school. if you don't like that route, you have a JD (law degree) plus work experience in the legal profession and a background (undergrad) in business. The MBA is nice, but requires some work where is the law degree or masters in accountancy can easily be entered immediately after a 4 year degree. Just my $.02 and by no means the rule... Luke | ||
| Alan Yim (Alan) Senior Member Username: Alan Post Number: 736 Registered: 09-2002 |
Around here, if you have a MBA and no work experience, you tend to be in a bit of a pickle. Companies don't really know what to do with you because you haven't demonstrated an ability to work and not just work, but work at a high level that someone with an MBA generally is able do. I can see the appeal of programs that combine Bachelors degrees with Master's degrees from a student perspective but in reality work experience is very important and without it, you'll have a harder time for the first little while because you're trying to play catch up in the work experience area. |
