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2nd Gen Headlight Removal, pics

Discussion in 'Lighting' started by Chris(NJ), Dec 13, 2010.

  1. Apr 18, 2012 at 5:10 PM
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    mathquev

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    thank!!! my oven is started NOW!!!! LOLLL
     
  2. Apr 18, 2012 at 5:43 PM
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    Glad i could help, good luck!
     
  3. Apr 24, 2012 at 7:53 AM
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    Ok I've been trying to figure out how to get my stupid headlights out with out messing anythig up... And I just found this thread..and if I understand right to get ti that last screw I gotta take apart the lining on the wheel well? Or can I get to it from the engine compartment?
     
  4. Apr 24, 2012 at 8:15 AM
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    Go through the wheel well, i dont think you can reach it any other way.
     
  5. Apr 24, 2012 at 8:55 AM
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    I just used my long arms to reach under the headlight and find that 4th bolt. But there is another bold next to it, so make sure you have the right one. I didn't bother replacing it when I was done and the headlight is still securely in place.
     
  6. Apr 24, 2012 at 9:29 AM
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    Alright thank you... Now I can put my projector headlights in
     
  7. Apr 24, 2012 at 10:58 AM
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    There are two small bolts located at the front lower portion of the liner. Take out those bolts and fold the liner against the tire. You can do without this step but it's much harder and you won't damage the liner. I have pulled my headlights out at least four times now and this is the best way to do it.
     
  8. Apr 24, 2012 at 11:41 AM
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    I hate washing my truck! All I find is new scratcheIMG_20120424_124142_d9591bfe4473c43f6ef36127fa4131a8a0e52832.jpgs and new problems.

    What do I have to do? Open it up pop it back on maybe use some glue? Then just reheat and put back together? Buttle should be good and plentifull
     
  9. Apr 24, 2012 at 4:53 PM
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    Help? Its been about 3 weeks and this just now happened.
     
  10. Apr 24, 2012 at 4:57 PM
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    Do you want to save the lense thats loose? Or remove it?
     
  11. Apr 24, 2012 at 7:26 PM
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    i want to save it. where it aped the reflector off behind it. it pulled some of the chrome off. so i definetly need to save the piece
     
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    i just thought of something. anyone know of a place where i can get a small suction cup on a stick? think thatd work? that way i dont have to reopen?
     
  13. Apr 24, 2012 at 7:48 PM
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    with saving it, i'm not the guy to input on that, but i have a killer technique for removing it without taking apart the whole assembly. Sorry i cant be of more help to you. Good luck though.
     
  14. Apr 25, 2012 at 4:06 AM
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    You will need to open it back up to put the lens back in place.

    One of those things that you just need to suck it up and do it.

    When you pu tthe lens back in you might want to use a dab of clear silicon caulk to secure the lens. I sort of wish that I did after reading the posts about the lens falling out after reassembly.
     
  15. Apr 28, 2012 at 9:53 PM
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    in the process of fixing turn blinker lense. i think i might just get rid of the turn blinker lense and spray paint the chrome underneath with a red chrome for like taillights? anyone know if i can do that?

    also for the covers one of the clips is broken what should i use to glue lense back in place? super glue? i have silicone but idk if it will hold lense?
     
  16. Apr 29, 2012 at 2:06 AM
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    Sorry for the late response but thanks a lot guys found the top TOP bolt! :D
     
  17. Apr 29, 2012 at 1:59 PM
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    is there any red reflector paint?
    i fucked my housing up lol its my only chance or show alot of glue
     
  18. May 17, 2012 at 9:07 AM
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    Looks Great Man!
     
  19. May 25, 2012 at 9:20 AM
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    this should get sticky'd. help me out in a time of despiration. could not for the life of me find the last bolt while attempting to do the BHLM. thanks!
     
  20. May 25, 2012 at 6:44 PM
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    Glad to hear that it helped you out :)
     

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