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Old Apr 7, 2008 | 03:09 AM
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Took my front bumper off today to fix the pathetic thing. I decided to paint my headlights while i was at it. I cant stand chrome unless its on classic cars. Took it all apart and painted it semi-flat black. Turned out pretty good, i will post pics of them on the car once i finish my bumper and put it all back together. For now heres a few shots...
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After & I fixed the bumper:



Old Apr 7, 2008 | 03:10 AM
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good job. thumbs up
Old Apr 7, 2008 | 03:26 AM
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Thanks man, ill get some other photos soon.
Old Apr 7, 2008 | 07:39 AM
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how easily does the headlight come apart? and did you mask off the reflectors or do they pop out?
Old Apr 7, 2008 | 07:41 AM
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I like!
Old Apr 7, 2008 | 06:15 PM
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brettalesi-They do pop out but are tough to remove and can break easily so i just maked them off. You have to bake the head lights at 200 for ten mins. After that you need to take a flat head and seperate the two pieces. Glue is very very tough, so be careful. This is not a job for the weak hearted.

bBlover-Thank you i wanted try flat black to match the a-pillar tape & bumper overlays.
Old Apr 7, 2008 | 07:51 PM
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I like it. I need to do mine bad now.
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