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Old Jan 9, 2012 | 11:52 AM
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no prob. I've got a few more pictures than what is posted in that thread, so if you need more i've got ya covered. Also, i don't want to sound like you HAVE to do it this way, i just think you'd be alot happier with a whole new seal, as opposed to just trying to do what works for now. As far as the oven goes--times & temps are pretty general--try and do it with as little heat as possible and for as little time as possible. If it gets too hot, the lens will start to separate and make kind of a "spiderweb" effect in the clear plastic which sounds kind of cool but looks like crap. You won't be able to tell unless you stand at an angle where sunlight hits it just right. Other than that you should be set Good luck
 
Old Jan 9, 2012 | 01:43 PM
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So these type of headlights have bad seals i guess? Has anyone not had issues?
 
Old Jan 9, 2012 | 03:12 PM
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i guess so -- i painted my stockers because in the end i figured it'd be cheaper -- after hearing about the depo lights from zach, jerry, and a few more over the past year, i'm glad i didn't say screw it and just get them anyways. Yay for OEM :p
 
Old Jan 9, 2012 | 04:11 PM
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Well if your just gonna have to reseal them than it is just as easy to paint the stock ones
 
Old Jan 9, 2012 | 07:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Jester_20
no prob. I've got a few more pictures than what is posted in that thread, so if you need more i've got ya covered. Also, i don't want to sound like you HAVE to do it this way, i just think you'd be alot happier with a whole new seal, as opposed to just trying to do what works for now. As far as the oven goes--times & temps are pretty general--try and do it with as little heat as possible and for as little time as possible. If it gets too hot, the lens will start to separate and make kind of a "spiderweb" effect in the clear plastic which sounds kind of cool but looks like crap. You won't be able to tell unless you stand at an angle where sunlight hits it just right. Other than that you should be set Good luck
yea im not sure where it is leaking for sure yet. i havent taken them out. it seems to fog up around the grille side corner.

I think your way is probably the way to go. then you know you have a good seal instead of guessing.

thanks again. once i get the motivation to do it i might send you a PM

Originally Posted by 03JGMonte
So these type of headlights have bad seals i guess? Has anyone not had issues?
they are "supposed" to be better than the anzo projectors for leaks guess not tho.
 
Old Jan 9, 2012 | 07:52 PM
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Eh all aftermarket headlights are crap half the time im suprised mine dont leak i hope they dont
 
Old Jan 9, 2012 | 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by 03JGMonte
Eh all aftermarket headlights are crap half the time im suprised mine dont leak i hope they dont
just probably jinxed yourself :p. i shouldnt have sold my stockers. i would have another set to mess with
 
Old Jan 9, 2012 | 08:08 PM
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i prob did ohh well if i need to split them they will become Superior Precision Victory Blue Metallic
 
Old Jan 9, 2012 | 08:25 PM
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Originally Posted by 03JGMonte
i prob did ohh well if i need to split them they will become Superior Precision Victory Blue Metallic


i found a blue i really like. toyota speedway blue. detailed a tacoma that color today. i would look awesome on a sporty car.

not quite as good your blues name tho...


I have thought about getting another set of stockers tho and painting them to match my body color. think that would look good?
 
Old Jan 9, 2012 | 08:43 PM
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lol my blue name is hard to top

& hmm nvr know till you try lol might look pretty good
 



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