Kouki tail light sockets

[red240]

I have searched here and all over the net, has anyone found replacement bulb sockets for Kouki tail lights [180sx]
RHD japsn parts lists the wrong part as the sockets for the tail lights but if you look at the diagram on there website that is for the center garnish
Product Image list (http://www.rhdjapan.com/home/products/product_image_popup.php?str_inventory_id=29158&str_product=Nissan%20%20%20Rear%20Tail%20Light%20S ocket%20Assembly&image=)
I gave them the part # from that diagram and they asked for the skew# which I don't have.
Anyone ever find these?
Thanks

[ixfxi]

if youre talking about the FACTORY 96-98 180sx tail light sockets that have male connectors which plug into the chassis harness, i should have some of those. I tend to throw them in a box after doing LED conversions.

I may not have many, and I know I typically dont keep the reverse light connections.. but let me know which ones you need and I'll try to help

mike / clearcorners.com

[red240]

if youre talking about the FACTORY 96-98 180sx tail light sockets that have male connectors which plug into the chassis harness, i should have some of those. I tend to throw them in a box after doing LED conversions.

I may not have many, and I know I typically dont keep the reverse light connections.. but let me know which ones you need and I'll try to help

mike / clearcorners.com

Thanks Mike
I need the factory brake/running light and the turn signal sockets for both sides
I need to know what bulbs came in them also if you have the number
I really appreciate your help with this, let me know what you want for them
and I'll paypal you
Jerry

[Exas Spec D]

Them 180SX Kouki tailights use bulb size 7443.

[Sileighty_85]

Part Numbers are

Socket Assy-RR 26556-60F00
Socket Assy-RR 26551-60F00

You'll need Two of Each one is for the outer light, the other is for the inner light, cannot remeber which is which.

You can get the bulbs from autozone

[red240]

Part Numbers are

Socket Assy-RR 26556-60F00
Socket Assy-RR 26551-60F00

You'll need Two of Each one is for the outer light, the other is for the inner light, cannot remeber which is which.

You can get the bulbs from autozone
Thanks
I have the part# for the sockets but can't find them anywhere, I gave those # to RHD japan and they never got back with me
In the Nissan diagram I posted above you can see the part # also
Thanks again

[Sileighty_85]

Give this a whirl

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i235/Neil_85/Misc/DSCN1912.jpg

[zenki.life]

ugh. i hate this. i sold a set of koukis just because i couldnt find the bulb sockets. where were you then ixfxi? lol

[red240]

Give this a whirl

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i235/Neil_85/Misc/DSCN1912.jpg

Tried searching the web with that # all I get is zilvia posts lol!

[projectRDM]

Did you try the dealer? It's an OE number, they can order it through Motorsports.

[Devens240]

i need a socket for my reverse lights on my koukis. (rps13). part #?

[ixfxi]

ugh. i hate this. i sold a set of koukis just because i couldnt find the bulb sockets. where were you then ixfxi? lol

Whoever needs sockets and/or bulbs, let me know. I literally have millions of parts like these hanging around, I just need a couple days to dig'em up.

[email protected]

[red240]

Whoever needs sockets and/or bulbs, let me know. I literally have millions of parts like these hanging around, I just need a couple days to dig'em up.

[email protected]

Thanks for all your help , I e-mailed you at the clearcorners addy

[Matej]

Sorry to thread jack, but I have been curious, do the kouki tail connectors plug right into the 89-93 harness, or does the harness or the connectors need to be modded?

I have had a couple sets of Ebay eurotails, and they always come with two sets of sockets/connectors, and I have been wondering if the other set is for cars with a harness for kouki tails, because the connectors are different.

That brings me to my next point. Has anyone tried if the eurotail sockets fit the kouki tails?
Found this picture of the kouki sockets, and they seem to look the same as the eurotail ones.

http://www.upgarage.com/upgarage/gazou/0906/0906154/0906154001842/0906154001842s2.jpg


If they fit, that could be an alternative. Just buy a set of the cheapest eurotails off Ebay, use the sockets/connectors, and resell the eurotails with the other set of sockets.

[red240]

Sorry to thread jack, but I have been curious, do the kouki tail connectors plug right into the 89-93 harness, or does the harness or the connectors need to be modded?

I have had a couple sets of Ebay eurotails, and they always come with two sets of sockets/connectors, and I have been wondering if the other set is for cars with a harness for kouki tails, because the connectors are different.

That brings me to my next point. Has anyone tried if the eurotail sockets fit the kouki tails?
Found this picture of the kouki sockets, and they seem to look the same as the eurotail ones.

http://www.upgarage.com/upgarage/gazou/0906/0906154/0906154001842/0906154001842s2.jpg


If they fit, that could be an alternative. Just buy a set of the cheapest eurotails off Ebay, use the sockets/connectors, and resell the eurotails with the other set of sockets.

I have a couple sets of those and they are not the same:bow:

[ixfxi]

http://www.rhdjapan.com/images/product/29158/Image/Normal/Image1.jpg

Just to make sure everyone is on the same page, above is a pic of what the factory connector looks like the J-SPEC 96-98 180SX tail light harness. For the NOOBS, this harness is different than the US-spec 89-94 vehicles.

With that said, you need a hybrid connector. The hybrid connector uses the bulb sockets from the J-spec lights mated to the US-spec connector. Once modified, the lights will be plug-and-play.

What I will offer you cheap fuckers, is not the US-spec connectors. I will offer the J-spec bulb sockets as they come new when you buy the 180SX tail lights. Its up to you to modify the harnesses and create the special hybrid I refer to above.

Now, if you guys are super pussies and/or have fear or working on electrical shiet, let me know and I will take care of all that for you, for an additional cost (of course). Afterall, I am a Jew Bear.

note: I am not sure how many connectors I have in my storage, I will need to search. So if you guys e-mail(ed) me, sit tight and wait while I rummage through all this stuff. Please understand that most e-mails with the "240SX" in the title are at the absolute lowest priority in my day-to-day routines, because you guys are like the 1% of customers who assist in paying my bills. Thank you very much 240SX owners.

Sincerely yours,
Mike @ clearcorners

[ixfxi]

If they fit, that could be an alternative. Just buy a set of the cheapest eurotails off Ebay, use the sockets/connectors, and resell the eurotails with the other set of sockets.

and FYI, all of the connectors I've come across on cheapie aftermarket lights SUCK BALLS. inferior plastic with shitty quality connectors. Since these harnesses are not exposed to water, they should be *decent* but I would still advise caution when using cheap overseas bullshit.

Stick with the OEM plugs/sockets, stay away from garbage.

[red240]

Just so everyone knows [Mike excluded] this is the sockets for the tail light brake/running and turn signal
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i171/wide240sx/HPIM6701.jpg
http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i171/wide240sx/HPIM6699.jpg

[projectRDM]

Zoom in a little more, it's not blurry enough.

Seriously though, anyone can wire these up if you have a brain. The pinout is the same, so it's a matter of just matching wire to wire, soldering, and wrapping up.

[red240]

Zoom in a little more, it's not blurry enough.

Seriously though, anyone can wire these up if you have a brain. The pinout is the same, so it's a matter of just matching wire to wire, soldering, and wrapping up.

LOL.. I didn't take those pic's I got them from a post on here, and you are right wiring these is not hard , just think a little

[Sileighty_85]

Here ya'll go

***UPDATED PICS*** Here---> http://zilvia.net/f/tech-talk/276805-s13-kouki-tail-wire-up.html

THESE ARE OLD PICS FROM WHEN I FIRST WIRED THEM UP, WIRES SINCE THEN HAVE BEEN SOLIDER AND HEAT WRAPPED.

BROWN SOCKETS ARE BRAKE LAMPS
WHITE SOCKETS ARE TURN SIGNALS

Driver Side
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i235/Neil_85/180SX/DSCN1913.jpg

OEM Body Harness > Kouki Tail Wires

Inner Brake Lamps Driver/Passenger

Red/Blue stripe > Green/White stripe
Red/Green stripe > Green/Yellow Stripe
Black > Black

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i235/Neil_85/180SX/DSCN1914.jpg


Driver Side Turn Signal and Outer Brake/Parking Light

Red/Blue stripe > Green/White stripe
Red/Green stripe > Green/Yellow stripe
Green/Black stripe > Solid Green
Black > Black Both Turn and parking lamp share same Ground
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i235/Neil_85/180SX/DSCN1915.jpg


I think these are right, I got paint on a few wires so hard to tell

Passenger Side Outer Brake/Parking Lamp and Turn Signal

Red/Blue stripe > Green/White stripe
Red/Green stripe > Green/Yellow stripe
Green/Yellow stripe > Solid Green
Black > Black Turn and Passenger/brake share same ground
http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i235/Neil_85/180SX/DSCN1916.jpg

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i235/Neil_85/180SX/DSCN1917.jpg

[red240]

Thanks so much for the pic's I'm sure those are going to help a lot of people!!

[Matej]

Another question, sorry.

Is the new trunk lock cylinder absolutely necessary? I know it has to be in the same location, so I don't see why the stock 89-93 lock wouldn't work unless it is fatter or longer, which I kind of doubt.

Or is the lock cylinder just something that Nissan in Japan decided to include with the taillights assuming if someone needs to completely replace their taillights then they might need a new lock as well?

[Sileighty_85]

Another question, sorry.

Is the new trunk lock cylinder necessary? I know it has to be in the same location, so I don't see why the stock 89-93 lock wouldn't work unless it is fatter or longer.

Or is the lock cylinder just something that Nissan in Japan decided to include with the taillights since they assume if someone needs to completely replace their taillights then they might need a new lock as well?

the center garnish and reverse center piece stick out about 1/4-1/2in more so the trunk lock need to be LONGER

You can put a few washers inbetween the lock and the body to space it out a little more (I did) works fine just add some silicone around it to seal it.

[Matej]

Thank you for the info. I feel ready to buy kouki tails.

[zenki.life]

fucking little devils im still pissed i sold my lights because is couldnt find them. i also went to the dealer and my dealer was fucking cluless. damn bald ass mofo

[red240]

Want to say a big thanks to Mike[ixfxi] for getting the sockets out to me and at a great price also:rawk:

[silviaguy240]

yep, me too. mike hooked it up.

[ixfxi]

okay boys................. an update for you all


i've gotten quite a few requests over the past month or two from folks who need connectors. no biggie... 1 set, 2 sets, 3 sets, 4 sets, 5 sets, etc...........

I'm starting to run low here and dont plan on unloading my entire supply of connectors to you guys, because I still need to have some in stock for when I need them.


So just want to make a few things clear here:
#1) I'll help you guys out as I can
#2) The price I charge for these is minimal
#3) Therefor, since you dont pay my bills, I'll get to you guys WHEN I CAN
#4) Therefor, dont expect immediate response.
#5) These parts are in my storage, I need to take time out of my day to look through them.


Now onto the more important part:
#1) If I dont have the EXACT OEM sockets, I will provide you with alternate sockets
#2) Alternate sockets are SEALED sockets, so they are superior to the OE design which are not sealed
#3) If I send you alternate sockets, you will need to notch either the socket or the tail light bulb opening. Notching the socket or tail light is very easy and can be done with a fucking nail clipper or razor, its cake.

Last, if you need bulbs let me know and I can sell you bulbs as well.

Mike / ClearCorners.Com

[Brian]

CLEARCORNERS.COM nominated for the Lighting of the Year Award 2009

[georgegto]

Good to know ixfxi..when u find the sockets that i need add bulbs in the set as well :)

[bigOdom1]

not the same but sorta. mike do you by chance have any of the fog light plugs used for the highbeam on zenki euro glass lights? i need them cause i dont want to hardwire them.

[ixfxi]

not the same but sorta. mike do you by chance have any of the fog light plugs used for the highbeam on zenki euro glass lights? i need them cause i dont want to hardwire them.

fog light plugs?

german 95-96 headlights use H3 high beam bulbs.

so im going to assume you need an h3 connector of some sort. you'll need to e-mail me a pic of exactly what you're looking for, and i'll see if i can dig something up.

i literally have tons and tons of connectors that i keep archived in my storage. im glad i can put some of this to use for you guys, but please understand that harnesses and bulb sockets are very specific. so providing pics is quite important...

again, dont PM.. e-mail me.. [email protected]

and leave ALL your info (full name, address, phone, year and color car)... this way i can forward you pricing/invoices/etc.

mike / clearcorners.com

[zenki.life]

speaking of..... within the next 2 weeks mike im going to need to pay you for the H7 hella conversion for my s13 silvia lights.

[vsp3c]

you can use the sockets out of 2002-current honda civic/accord, acura rsx as they also use 7440/7443 bulbs.

180sx kouki tails. missing bulb/socket fix. - AZ240SX.org Forums (http://az240sx.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=40856)

[hOngsterr]

haha ill just post the pics in here, their pretty cool.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b122/vsp3c/koukitails.gif
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b122/vsp3c/koukitails2-1.gif

[ixfxi]

"yeah...clear corners have been around for a long time. and i've considered it...NEVER. $1800 for tail lights makes no sense to me. and it shouldn't make sense to anyone."

thank you, Mr Jeong.


:-)

[georgegto]

I finally installed my koukis thanx to Mike(ixfxi)
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2729/4039694566_02e16f88dd_b.jpg

[hOngsterr]

thats one bright ass flash
lol

[georgegto]

the lights are also ON :p