Which glue for Umnitza Angel Eyes

we350z · #1 10-27-2011, 02:51 PM

Wondering if anyone can help me here. I have a 2000 X5 4.4i and I got the Predator ICE Chromium Angel eyes. They did not come with clips. Umnitza claims on this vehicle that they need to be glued to the lenses. I assume they mean the actual xenon lenses not the outer plastic cover? They also said I should use some sort of silicon based clear glue. Could anyone suggest exactly which silicon glue would be best for this application? I don't want to have to open the headlights twice...

Also gonna break the orange waffles.

we350z · #2 10-27-2011, 08:05 PM

marine silicon glue

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abwmma · #3 10-27-2011, 09:47 PM

This is what I did on my 03' 4.0. I drill a few very small holes on the the plastic lens and on the outside egde on the A/E rings. Basicaly 2 holes at the top left (11 O'clock), 2 holes at the top right (1 O'clock) and 2 holes at the bottom (6 O'clock). Then I tie the A/E rings to the lens with a clear thin fishing line. When it done, you can't tell the difference.

Good Luck!
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petener999 · #4 10-27-2011, 09:48 PM

Cement glue..

we350z · #5 11-01-2011, 03:48 AM

rubber cement? what about silicone glue?

we350z · #6 11-16-2011, 03:48 PM

So this is still in question - marine silicone, epoxy or cement? Does it matter or are any of these good solutions??

umnitza · #7 11-16-2011, 05:45 PM

Beacon1 Quick Grip.

we350z · #8 11-16-2011, 07:34 PM

Is that the same as the DAP RTV Marine/Auto Silicone I have? The Beacon1 says to avoid direct sunlight... makes me think it could shrink/crack.

mrbmwx5 · #9 11-16-2011, 11:52 PM

3M Auto Glass Urethane Windshield Adhesive

we350z · #10 11-17-2011, 02:29 AM

I think I am good with the Marine grade 100% RTV. I know someone who used that and is still holding strong after 4 years. Who knew there were so many glues - prob many of them will work just fine.