Glad folks here are still using my instruction not sure if i mention, these instruction goes well with the 06+ headlights too. Done a few already.

~Robert

 

i just did my head lights yesterday they look great i am so happy i did id. thanks for the info

 

Hey, are those D5R Speed Star rims you got on there?

 

Can you black out the whole housing on the HID ones without compromising how well the light projects out the housing? I would rather black out the whole housing. I am assuming the suspended lens in front of the light would suffice in distributing the light properly.

Can I get any good input on this?

 

no, the 03-05 projectors use the bowls to distribute light more effectively, if you paint those areas, then you'll lose significant output, you will also lose your high beam capability

 

it wouldnt look right anyway

 

Agree with redlude97 here. Might as well just paint your headlight black.

~Robert

 

Thanks. I'm glad I asked before I went through with this. I definitely don't wanna **** up my HIDs.

I will definitely do this mod when I get the time considering I'm going to take my sweet time to not **** anything up.

 

just did mine. me likey! temps are 102 here, so the sealant on the headlight would stay gooey longer making a heat gun work fine.

 

So you do with with stock oem headlights?

 

Yes, you customize your stock headlights.

 

OP these are good instructions. I've opened several lights using your post. Good Job!!!

 

Thanks for the compliment. I am glad that I was able/inspire others to customize their own headlights.

I know these instructions was for the 03-05 but it also worked for the 06+ if anyone is curious.

~Robert

 

The only thing I would like to add to this thread is

I have found Perantex's Ultra Black Hi-Temp RTV Silicone Gasket Maker to work the best when resealing. It is black like the OE stuff and dries very nicely even when you have a large concentrated clump. You can get this at any autozone.

Also when wetting the cardboard make sure it's soaked all the way but not dripping with water or else you'll steam up the inside of the housing when baking the second time during reseal.

Do one light completely at a time if you can't remember how to put the wiring back together so that you will have a complete one as reference.

 

this may be a dumb question but, what kind of paint and primer should I use?

 

To be honest, I just picked any (well the cheapest) paint/primer available at the auto store

~Robert

 

anyone get it to be like mr. zipps?

 

I did mine myself, and although it is very hard on the fingers, it wasnt too hard. I absolutely would say to use KRYLON spray paint though, satin black, because I did flat black on mine, and it looks kind of dry. But krylon paint covers fast, and goes on smooth and easy.

 

So, 06+ housing can be painted all the way except the projector lens?

 

i have to admit....brandonanix, your lights are awesome and i was very impressed. and you saying that you did it youself, kinda inspires me to do it myself. i think i am going to buy an extra set of the headlight housing, do it myself, and then try to get it done. I am kinda scared to mess with the seals and what not.