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Originally Posted by SamW
Okay what I actually ended up doing was order new lenses from China, the price difference between compared to used headlights was quite big, now we'll see how I'll be able to cut the old ones off without breaking the headlight housings. But in the end, if this won't work, I'll have to buy new headlights anyway. If it was for me, I wouldn't be replacing the lights just yet since I feel like I'm able to see the road just fine for now, but the car won't be passing the yearly inspection as it is now. Of course there could be some dazzling of other road users due to wear of the lenses.
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That was a good choice.Dont forget to get a roll of butyl adhesive to glue the new lenses.
People keep saying ,the facelift lenses,need to be cut ,but if you are patient ,using a heat gun ,a scapel and prying with a screw driver ,you can lift the old lenses out,by starting from a corner.I know the adhesive is rubber and not butyl as on pre facelift,but its dooable .I have done it on a few recent cars with a lot of patience and then the most time consuming work is actually cleaning off the rubber sealant to make way for the yje butyl reseal,just take your time.Good luck👍
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2003 BMW X5 E53 3.0D-Auto, Sportpack,full extras.
Oxford green/
Leder Dakota interior.
56, 875miles @24th October 2024
Heavily OE modded,including full facelift grill install.4.6is body kit,wheels,exhaust tips and ext.fender flares
Non OE mods.Depo "custom" Angel eye headlights.