Do's and dont's of lighting

[2blu4u]

Hello gents,
I  have just ordered a 1/18th FCV from Jeff that I will be building to replicate my issued cruiser, which is a 2007. I would like to add lights to this car. I have never done this before. My car is a semi-marked, or slick-top for you left coasters, so most of the lighting is inside the car, with the exception of the push bumper and mirrors (all whelen). Any advice...any at all. I intend on doing the paint work first, but I am open to suggestions. My cruiser is well lit. 8 leds in the back window, strobs in the corners, wig-wags, led's behind the windshield and on the push bumper and mirrors. Bascially, because this is the first time lighting a car, I am not aware of the nuances of this type of a mod, and I don't want to hurt my paint work because I didn't know the tricks of the trade. Thanks in advance.

Jay

[K9Cop]

Contact Rapid Response Customs here on this forum and he may be able to help you!
Lowell

[caleb22]

Whenever I get done with the paint and it dries well (for several days) I then wrap the diecast in clear wrap (located in your pantry) to avoid any scratches and things. I use the delicate surface painters tape to make sure the wrap stays on. I lay down a soft towel on my workbench and then place the wrapped car on the towel when working on it.

When I do a lightbar I roll up two small towels, flip the car upside down, and put one towel under the wrapped hood and the other under the trunk. This keeps the lightbar off the workbench.

[demon71]

http://www.freewebs.com/owensrc/index.htm  check out this link,,, he can make your light setup,, and all you have to do is install it!!!!!

[Rapid Response Customs]

Thanks Lowell. If you need any help let me know. I can also put the lights in your car if you prefer.

[2blu4u]

Thank you all for the responses. I'm a do it your self type of guy, so I may be leaning on some of you again if I get stuck.