Originally Posted by JDM_DOHC_SiR

The part# in bold is the one you guys will need.... it goes for around $9.15 each at the dealers in the States.. but they can be found for a little bit less if you search

Originally Posted by natepartlan

first off, forget about the bulbs altogether. You're barking up the wrong tree there. What I've been trying to convey is the importance of the bulb SOCKET. go back and re-read ALL the posts carefully (in my posts, I try to choose my words carefully). I know there's a lot of back and forth from several people, but if you read all the posts carefully, you wil follow the thinking.

Anybody feel free to correct my statements below to the US based guys waiting for JDM lamps (all my words based solely on the base JDM lamp as I have not seen an LED version):

1. The USDM wire harness (on the car) will plug 'n play 100% with the JDM taillamp and bulb sockets (confirmed from Tork & by pics from Squawking7500).
2. IF you get a JDM lamp without bulb sockets, the USDM turn signal and tail/stop sockets will transfer over 100% (firsthand experience myself).
3. IF you get a JDM lamp without bulb sockets, the USDM back up socket WILL NOT transfer. It is smaller than the hole, it will fall in the lamp, then you will look at the heavens and want to scream (firsthand experience myself).

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4. IF you get a JDM lamp without bulb sockets, you MUST source a JDM backup bulb socket from somewhere where the JDM lamp is used (i.e. Japan, Philippines, Thailand, etc.) (firsthand experience myself & confirmed by JDM_DOHC_SiR).
5. My first stop at both the local Honda and Acura dealerships was unsuccessful in finding a US socket that would, a) fit in the JDM lamp and b) mate up to the USDM connector (confirmed by JDM_DOHC_SiR). Maybe you will have better success with your own local parts guy. If so, post up the part number so future readers can have it.
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*Update* 4. IF you get a JDM lamp without bulb sockets, you will have to get pn 33515-S50-003 online or from your local dealer to use for the backup function. It is used on both Hondas and Acuras so if one dealer is out of stock try the other. I got mine locally for about $4.50 each ($2+ online but then you have to pay shipping too).

Lastly for qbmurderer13,

6. The JDM backup function uses a W21W bulb. As far as I know, this bulb is pretty common in the US also (on other Japanese cars) and can be purchased at all your usual bulb places. To be on the safe side, check your store first or just get the bulb WITH your socket. *edit: the USDM number for the W21W bulb is a 7440*

I hope that clears up all the hulla-balloo for everyone considering this swap. I say its worthwhile and everyone shouldn't be concerned as long as they get their backup socket. Ok?

Originally Posted by stalonehong

part no. 33515-S50-003 does not work for the back up function. i bought the part today from my local honda dealership and the green plug does not fit.

Originally Posted by jnesselroad

will someone please confirm the part number for the reverse light? i'm expecting non-led jdm tails and wanna make sure I get the right part.

Originally Posted by stalonehong

part no. 33515-S50-003 does not work for the back up function. i bought the part today from my local honda dealership and the green plug does not fit.

Originally Posted by teamfit

hello does anybody still want to trade thier usdm tail lights to jdm none l.e.d tail light ? my friend also want to have an usdm light , thanks

Originally Posted by Lek

Does anyone still want perfect JDM Thai Tail lights with bulbs and sockets?

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