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2004 996 4s - Tail Light Broken

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Replace lights in the

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Unless you intend to replace the lights in the near future, spend the extra money to get the metal version of the light savers.

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I have been using those on my car for years.

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Unless you intend to replace the lights in the near future, spend the extra money to get the metal version of the light savers.

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I have been using those on my car for years.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

So, been looking all over for a replacement tail light for this. The plastic (yes plastic---why Porsche!!??) connector that you use to attach it to the car (with the 1 screw) is broken. So the tail light doesn't sit right. I cannot find a replacement other than OEM at like $700 a pop. I called Pelican and they have a kit to, "fix," the tail lights but there isn't much info on it on their site. I cannot figure out how it actually works either so not even sure it'll work for what I need it for. You can see the kit here . Curious as to whether anyone has used this to correct this same problem or if anyone has any suggestions on where to get a replacement that isn't a fortune. I realize there aren't as many wide bodies out there so not as much on the aftermarket side. Thanks.

POST 2Original post

I have been using those on my car for years. They are also on ebay for cheaper. Search "lightsavers".

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Unless you intend to replace the lights in the near future, spend the extra money to get the metal version of the light savers. The plastic version only lasted about 4 years.

POST 5Original post

that kit is legit, I had to put one on the my 996tt. works great.

POST 8 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Thanks for the replies! Been searching for replacement lights for months. Glad I found these! Didn't want to spend $1400 for a set of lights!!

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