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Old Jun 24, 2011 | 09:25 PM
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Default Added some light in the rear cargo area

Ever wonder why the Crossfire Coupe has a cargo light mounted really low? You put one piece of luggage in there and all your light is gone. I added an OEM to the other side and it didn't help much.

So I purchased two more OEM lights from the dealer and mounted them as high as you can get them in the quarter trim. It turned out just as I had planned. But I warn you that it is one BIG PAIN to get those 1/4 trim panels back in properly. Probably the worst time I have ever had working on the Crossfire.

The hole needed for the OEM light is 7/8" X 2 3/8". Dremel works great. Since I have 4 lights back there now, I went with LEDs to keep the draw down to a minimum.

If I were to do over again, I would only add one, high on the opposite side of the current light. And cut the hole with the panel in place. NEVER remove the quarter trim panel...










 

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Old Jun 25, 2011 | 04:29 AM
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Once again James, a great mod, excellent work.
 
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Old Jun 25, 2011 | 04:32 AM
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BTW, I take it from one of your pics that when your not working on the Crossfire, your shining your shoes.
 
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Old Jun 25, 2011 | 06:44 AM
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I agree. Should have been located there from the get go. Squirrel Crusher
 
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Old Jun 25, 2011 | 07:23 AM
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Looks great James. Like it should have been there all along.
 
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Old Jun 25, 2011 | 12:52 PM
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Ok where did that cup holder come from????????????????????
 
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Old Jun 25, 2011 | 01:03 PM
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Default Re: Added some light in the rear cargo area

Originally Posted by Lakeview NY
Ok where did that cup holder come from????????????????????
I have the same thing, but I wedge it between the console and passenger seat. he's got it in the pocket between the seats. I just found it inconvenient to turn to get to a drink, or cell phone.

BTW: James .... great job! Is it harder than trying to remove a headlight without taking the grill out? LOL
 
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Old Jun 25, 2011 | 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Lakeview NY
Ok where did that cup holder come from????????????????????
Many places have them. Mine came from Advanced Auto. I actually mounted mine using the same holes as the umbrella hooks, but it still tucks in the bag.

James
 
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Old Oct 30, 2011 | 03:06 PM
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Default Re: Added some light in the rear cargo area

I have a question, but not about lighting - cupholders - I noticed ur cupholders. can you post some info about ur cupholders? I,m goin nuts for a good cupholder...










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Old Oct 30, 2011 | 03:48 PM
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Originally Posted by coolx
I have a question, but not about lighting - cupholders - I noticed ur cupholders. can you post some info about ur cupholders? I,m goin nuts for a good cupholder...
Try here: https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...tml#post436730
 
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