painting the insides of the headlights.....

[shapinoweno]

haha, io got you beat i have something in mind for our 07 rear lights

[AveoSSSupercharged]

yeah but you have a sedan not a hatch the lights are different

[rdskns56]

Hi Aveogyrl,

This is great...just what I needed. Quick question, how does the sealant affect the abillity to reopen the headlight if need be? A few people have said it makes it much more difficult the second time around. Are there alternatives to the plastic sealant? Also, and I apologize in advance if this is a silly question, where's the best place to purchase it? First time doing this particular mod so your tips are appreciated!!

Thanks,
Cathryn

I've done this to mine already so here it goes very simple job.
MATERIALS NEEDED
2 flat puddy knives
1 tube of clear plastic sealant
and spray paint - high temp engine paint

WHAT TO DO...
1. remove all screws, harnesses, and anything else that is removable off headlight.

2. put in oven for 10-12 minutes on 170 degrees

3. remove headlights out of oven*caution headlights will be hot but you should be alright cuz YOU ARE A MAN RIGHT??? ARE YOU??? then begin prying the lens from the headlight casing, but be gentle.

4. clean surface of area you are gonna paint with alcohol or some other cleaning agent. Then wipe dry

5. spray coats of paint and allow to dry

6. put headlight housing, and lens back in oven for about 10 minutes at 170 degrees

7. remove headlights from oven, and apply glue to grooves and smash the lens and housing back together making sure the seal is tight so no water will enter.

TESTING RE-SEAL

1. fill bath tub with water

2. submerge headlight for that only the seals are submerged, leave for it there for just a couple of seconds

3. if you have leaks you will notice since there would be water in the housing and you will and have apply more glue.

This should cover it, feel free to ask anymore questions if need be.









I just did this and it was a lot of fun..will post pics tonight.

[PERFECT_ESL]

once the headlight is opened, you can do anything, please be creative