Changed out my tail lights

[Badass2000GT]

Changing out my tail lights. What do you think? The new one on the left versus the stock one on the right.

[bcoop]

Not worth the tickets or hassle from police. Looks good, I just don't think it's worth it.

[Badass2000GT]

Um...why would I get tickets? I didn't know there was a law against tinted lights?

[Geor!]

I like the originals better, but that isn't the best picture either.

[Jyard]

Looks good. I tinted my tails about a month ago. Cops haven't given me any shit for it, so I'm sure you won't have any problems. The light shines through just fine.

[Badass2000GT]

I like the originals better, but that isn't the best picture either.

Yeah I know the sun is directly behind me and taking pic with my phone.

[BigTitan21]

I considered those same lights just to have something different. I like the location of the reverse light, I just cant seem to pull the trigger on getting them.
BTW, I think they look sweet!!!

[Badass2000GT]

I considered those same lights just to have something different. I like the location of the reverse light, I just cant seem to pull the trigger on getting them.
BTW, I think they look sweet!!!

That's why I got those. I've never seen them on a newer mustang around the dfw area. Watch now I'll see them everywhere.

[Buick355]

Um...why would I get tickets? I didn't know there was a law against tinted lights?

I'm sure there is a law against tail lights that are too dark. I think they're only illegal if they don't have a DOT# stamped on them.

[tribaltalon]

they are illegal. just wait until you try and get the car inspected. Now will you actually get pulled over and cited for it? probably not, its one of those things like front license plates. only an asshole will bug you about it. If they still shine bright red when applied, then i doubt you'll have issues with the law.


Here's what it says in the state inspection manual

20.26 Stop Lamp. Every motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, and pole trailer shall be equipped with two or more stop lamps, except that passenger cars and trucks manufactured or assembled prior to the model year 1960 shall be equipped with at least one stop lamp.


At least two stop lamps are required on all motor vehicles, trailers, semitrailers, and pole trailers, except that at least one stop lamp is required on all motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, and all 1959 model year and earlier passenger cars and trucks.


A stop lamp must emit a red or amber light, or any shade of color between red and amber, and be visible from a distance of not less than 300 feet to the rear in normal sunlight. The stop lamp shall be actuated upon application of the service (foot) brake and which may, but need not, be incorporated with one or more other rear lamps.


Stop lamp lens must be of a type meeting Department of Public Safety standards.


1. Inspection Procedure. Check operation and condition visually.


2. Inspect for and reject if:


a. Required lamp or lamps are not present.


b. Lamp is not securely mounted to the vehicle.


c. Lamp does not emit a red or amber light which is actuated on application of the service (foot) brake.


d. Lamp is not visible from a minimum distance of 300 feet to the rear of the vehicle to which it is attached.


e. Lamp lens is painted, missing, discolored, or does not fit properly.


f. Wiring is shoddy or electrical connections are poor.


g. Lamp projects a glaring or a dazzling light.


h. Lamp is not mounted on rear of vehicle.

i. Lens is cracked or broken to the extent that a portion of the lens is missing and/or separated, permitting light from the bulb to emit through the crack or break.


NOTE: Lamp lenses cannot be repaired with repair tape or repair kit.

[94mstng94]

I prefer to make it as easy as possible for other drivers to see my brake lights.

If it can't be state inspected, it's not legal.

[sspstang]

Those are not that dark. You will be fine. I have my trucks that dark, and I never once have had any issues with even state troopers. They look good.

[Geor!]

Actually now that I notice the reverse light location, I like those better.

[Buick355]

they are illegal. just wait until you try and get the car inspected. Now will you actually get pulled over and cited for it? probably not, its one of those things like front license plates. only an asshole will bug you about it. If they still shine bright red when applied, then i doubt you'll have issues with the law.


Here's what it says in the state inspection manual

20.26 Stop Lamp. Every motor vehicle, trailer, semitrailer, and pole trailer shall be equipped with two or more stop lamps, except that passenger cars and trucks manufactured or assembled prior to the model year 1960 shall be equipped with at least one stop lamp.


At least two stop lamps are required on all motor vehicles, trailers, semitrailers, and pole trailers, except that at least one stop lamp is required on all motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, and all 1959 model year and earlier passenger cars and trucks.


A stop lamp must emit a red or amber light, or any shade of color between red and amber, and be visible from a distance of not less than 300 feet to the rear in normal sunlight. The stop lamp shall be actuated upon application of the service (foot) brake and which may, but need not, be incorporated with one or more other rear lamps.


Stop lamp lens must be of a type meeting Department of Public Safety standards.


1. Inspection Procedure. Check operation and condition visually.


2. Inspect for and reject if:


a. Required lamp or lamps are not present.


b. Lamp is not securely mounted to the vehicle.


c. Lamp does not emit a red or amber light which is actuated on application of the service (foot) brake.


d. Lamp is not visible from a minimum distance of 300 feet to the rear of the vehicle to which it is attached.


e. Lamp lens is painted, missing, discolored, or does not fit properly.


f. Wiring is shoddy or electrical connections are poor.


g. Lamp projects a glaring or a dazzling light.


h. Lamp is not mounted on rear of vehicle.

i. Lens is cracked or broken to the extent that a portion of the lens is missing and/or separated, permitting light from the bulb to emit through the crack or break.


NOTE: Lamp lenses cannot be repaired with repair tape or repair kit.

Not sure what part of that would make those tail lights illegal, unless you can't see them light up from 300ft out, which is doubtful. When I did inspections I passed them if they lit up red and had a DOT stamp.

[Osiris]

Tinted taillights are illegal. Search it here. I've posted multiple statutes on this subject. I stop for it all the time.