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I'm wanting to color match my lights soon and need something cleared up. If I paint them like Blue Batmobile did, then I'm fine right? I want to paint as much as I can without hindering my lighting.
Originally Posted by John@Victory
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Originally Posted by 03Zilverstone
I'm wanting to color match my lights soon and need something cleared up. If I paint them like Blue Batmobile did, then I'm fine right? I want to paint as much as I can without hindering my lighting.
Last edited by GTNPU Z; Aug 15, 2006 at 11:17 PM.
Originally Posted by GTNPU Z
If you're painting the 03-05 version like how Bat did his, then yes you'll be fine. The key thing for the 03-05 units is that you don't want to paint the reflector behind the main bulb. You can paint it behind the turn signal bulb though & it should still be bright enough.
Originally Posted by 03Zilverstone
That's what I was thinking. Thanks for assuring me of this. Now I just have to get my confidence up enough to take them apart. I really don't want to screw up the lights.
* Don't touch any of the bulbs with your bare hands (oil from your fingers may cause it to burn out especially the HID bulb). I would suggest wearing some latex gloves.
* Make sure you seal it properly. I'd suggest to buy extra silicone & add some after you reseal it.
* Before resealing it, make sure the inner portion of the glass is CLEAN & the housing free of dust. Once you reseal it, it's there to stay unless you re-open them again which will be a real pain.
* Be careful of the outer glass since you can easily scratch it while you're working on it. Some masking tape (blue stuff) helps a lot.
Good luck!
Last edited by GTNPU Z; Aug 15, 2006 at 11:41 PM.
Originally Posted by DonDatti
anyone who painted their headlights have any problems with leeking or any moisture build up ... that is the only think im worried about.....
You will have moisture build up due to air leaks if the lamps are not properly sealed. This can cause alot of issues...
If you rather have someone with experience do the work, PM me to discuss options.
Originally Posted by GTNPU Z
Nice! Planning on doing some 06's soon so I'm definitely going to keep you mind
If you're painting the 03-05 version like how Bat did his, then yes you'll be fine. The key thing for the 03-05 units is that you don't want to paint the reflector behind the main bulb. You can paint it behind the turn signal bulb though & it should still be bright enough.
If you're painting the 03-05 version like how Bat did his, then yes you'll be fine. The key thing for the 03-05 units is that you don't want to paint the reflector behind the main bulb. You can paint it behind the turn signal bulb though & it should still be bright enough.
just let me know... i got them and the 06 tails on my 04 and love them
Originally Posted by 21112
Oh boy. Everyone's gettin in on the action now.
I'm not here to argue, just share my experience with my headlights.
Here are my points:
With my entire headlights painted I CAN SEE AT NIGHT. I agree it isn't as good as if I didn't paint the reflectors, but again, I promise you I can see.
My only purpose of the post was to say you don't have to spend upwards of $1K to get the 06' headlights if you want to paint the whole light. Thats all. Just wanted to put that option out there.
I'm not here to argue, just share my experience with my headlights.
Here are my points:
With my entire headlights painted I CAN SEE AT NIGHT. I agree it isn't as good as if I didn't paint the reflectors, but again, I promise you I can see.
My only purpose of the post was to say you don't have to spend upwards of $1K to get the 06' headlights if you want to paint the whole light. Thats all. Just wanted to put that option out there.
IMO, any modification that reduces light output and visibility is a just weak. Vinyl overlays. Tinted headlamp covers. Eh...
Well I finally grew the *****. My passenger side headlight is currently in the oven for 12 minutes. I just hope Ricks2K's instructions are right. I set it a little low, at 200^, for 12 minutes. I'll let you guys know how it goes.
Originally Posted by 03Zilverstone
Well I finally grew the *****. My passenger side headlight is currently in the oven for 12 minutes. I just hope Ricks2K's instructions are right. I set it a little low, at 200^, for 12 minutes. I'll let you guys know how it goes.
Good luck!
I just got the second one in the oven. It's not half as bad as I was expecting. Not counting the time it was in the oven I messes with it maybe 5 minutes. I had to do it in halves though.
I just got the second one disassembled. Now comes the hard part, deciding what to do with the reflectors/difussors. I'll either leave them orange or paint them. I just don't want to get hassled for not having an orange reflector, since I've got clear bumper reflectors too. Decisions, decisions.
Also I'll be sure to get pics up when I get all my body work done. For those who didn't know I'm in the process of repainting the car. I just have to fix a few spots in my rear bumper cover and rocker moulding before I paint them. I hope to have it all painted by the end of the week.
Also I'll be sure to get pics up when I get all my body work done. For those who didn't know I'm in the process of repainting the car. I just have to fix a few spots in my rear bumper cover and rocker moulding before I paint them. I hope to have it all painted by the end of the week.