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Old Aug 29, 2003 | 11:03 AM
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clear front signal lights today. Anyone got any tips on install or anything I should do before I install them?
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Old Aug 29, 2003 | 03:23 PM
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yeah, drink a lil bit...that way ya wont get as pissed when it dont work exactly right :p jk.

Just have patience. Ive heard of ppl havin problems getting the old ones out, and fitting the new ones in once they unscrew 'em. Just cause its a hard location to reach and make work out.
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Old Aug 29, 2003 | 05:53 PM
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Drill a couple small holes in the bottom of each one so they won't turn into fish tanks.
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Old Aug 29, 2003 | 09:43 PM
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Instead of drilling, should I put some RTV sealant around them? Me...a drill...
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Old Aug 30, 2003 | 12:37 AM
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When I tried silicone it melted from the bulb being so hot. It has worked for some though.
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Old Aug 30, 2003 | 08:52 AM
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Someone posted some install instructions here a few weeks ago and I used them. Worked great. I can swap headlights in like 10 minutes now. Once the headlights are out, its very easy to get to the corners.

I tried going from the bottom first, what a PITA. That made me look for a how-to

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Old Aug 30, 2003 | 11:07 AM
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Ya, I learned how to take the headlights out when I did the smoked mod. With them out, it makes is much easier to get to the foglighs also.
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Old Aug 30, 2003 | 12:28 PM
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Haha yeah the very first time I got clear corners it took me a couple hours (mainly trying to avoid scratches). 2 sets later I'm a pro.
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There is only one nut holding the headlight in place. Remove it and you have more than enough access.
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i had mine professionally installed and mine still have condensate on the inside sometimes...
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I am curious how much they charged youto do that install? Drivers side want bad.. paseenger side challenged me a little..
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