Simple yes or no question.

[unknown007]

Will the 1994 Q45 tail light with a chrome trim fit the 1993 Q45? as a replacement?thanks

[paranoidjack]

No.

[maxnix]

Yes, guy in Portland did it. Another sad case of chain guide failure and attempting to let an unqualified friend mechanic repair it, which he couldn't.

The car was lost.

Without the later trimmed center section for the trunk the effect would be a little contrived.
Modified by maxnix at 9:30 PM 5/27/2008

[Q451990]

Yes... if you don't care that the shape is a little different (slopes out more at the bottom - so there will be a little bit of overhang over the bumper) and that it won't match the trunk deck trim and other tail light. Also the single bulb design will not pull enough current, and trip the dash warnings for the tail and brake lamps.

Heath

[unknown007]

so it's possible but not worth it?i was going to get the left,right,and center piece with the trim unless theres some kind of trim i can add but if its too much i rather just pass.i wouldn't want the tail light hanging off becaus eim picky and trust me it'll iratate me lol so therefore it'd be a little owrk to make it work correct?

[maxnix]

When I see the former member's name again, I'll see if there are any shots in thh gallery.

I don't think any were of high enough resolution to show the fitment of the center piece (which I think is to what Heath is referring) that would show the overhang.

Believe us when we say that time and money is better spent on restoring then maintaining what you have and worry about the color of lipstick lastly after everything else is done. And it's never completely done.

Screen name was Jefftrexler, I believe.


Modified by maxnix at 10:38 PM 5/27/2008

[xerexabante]

Yes, guy in Portland did it. Another sad case of chain guide failure and attempting to let an unqualified friend mechanic repair it, which he couldn't.

The car was lost.

Without the later trimmed center section for the trunk the effect would be a little contrived.

Modified by maxnix at 9:30 PM 5/27/2008

I wouldn't Trust that mechanic. Installing Timing Chain guides on the Tail light.

[unknown007]

well im just going to keep my orignal tail lights and hopefully i find a trim kit somewhere that i can put together myself or something.other than that im saving for chaing guides.but i really do need the chrome trim lol

[apossiblehybrid]

you should just get the trunk and the taillights if you want your rear end to look like that.

[unknown007]

nah im good to pricey thanks for the help and time you take answering hope you appricate myu pop corn in return
Modified by unknown007 at 11:44 PM 5/27/2008

[maxnix]

you should just get the trunk and the taillights if you want your rear end to look like that.

Actuallly the later trunk would solve any fitment issues with the later center section. Pretty sure the later tail lamps will fit the earlier car. Don't know if the wiring is the same, but I bet not if bulb count is different.

Restore, Maintain, then dress up.

If you don't repair your timing chain guides soon enough, then it's all moot.
Modified by maxnix at 12:38 PM 5/28/2008

[unknown007]

If you don't repair your timing chain guides soon enough, then it's all moot.

Hey im on it.Im just saving money for it right now.I might get some off a 94 or new ones.I rather go with the 94 though comes out cheaper and more affordable. I havn't forgot them though cant let my baby die!

[elwesso]

If you're asking if the trim can be removed, it cannot be. You can swap the lights on, by getting the 2 tail lights and the center section. Im sure the bulb socket assy thing hooks right up..

What you may try first is getting one of those polishing wheels and making the lights all shiney.. makes quite a difference, and personally I prefer the no-chrome look, it works really well with the low key apparel of the 9093

[dfowler]

Hey homie, I got an extra 1994 Q45 that I'm, parting out. Tail lights, headlights, side markers, everything on the stock 94 Q45 I got!!! Parting out my old 1994 Q45. Holla back, I think the rear light will fit with a lil modification. Overhang, smoverhang, if you want it to work and look like stock, then a little time and little money can get you the results your looking for.

[unknown007]

Hey homie, I got an extra 1994 Q45 that I'm, parting out. Tail lights, headlights, side markers, everything on the stock 94 Q45 I got!!! Parting out my old 1994 Q45. Holla back, I think the rear light will fit with a lil modification. Overhang, smoverhang, if you want it to work and look like stock, then a little time and little money can get you the results your looking for.

I would buy it but im sticking with the 93 tails i got.i will be polishing them once i get everything else done.elwesso has a point on the tails though.Thanks though.

[jimbyjimb]

This goes to show that with car guys there are no simple yes or no questions. It's a mixed blessing.

[jamesmost]

yes no no yes maybe

[Infinitiguy19]

Hey if anyone cares to see I found a 1992 Q45 on ebay with the 1994 rear tail lights: Source: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors...A1318

Not bad, but not my style either.