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Old May 6, 2006 | 07:32 PM
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after taking the headlights apart what should I use as the glue to hold them back together? I want to make sure I have a good seal.
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Old May 6, 2006 | 08:40 PM
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go to autozone or something and get some clear silicone sealant. i used 1/2--->3/4 of a tube per headlight. i have no condensation whatsoever.
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Thanks! I was thinking it was something like that, just wanted to make sure.
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just reheat them and use the stock glue
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without using additional sealant, the first time i put my headlights back together i baked everything up and then a few days later crazy condensation started to form. I would just add more for peace of mind. I mean, it's only like 2 bucks a tube lol
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if you do it carefully and after getting the lights together initiall, put them back in the oven for like 5-10 min and then apply lots of pressure to get them back together like stock (use clamps if available or desired) and then make sure all the clips and shiz is together. worked for me.... i mean i do have MINOR condesation next to the blinker on one of themm but im too lazy to go back and put them back in the oven.
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