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Re:- Removing Gen1 headlight outer lens

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YOUR RESEARCHRe:- Removing Gen1 headlight outer lens

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Install retrofit lab xenon conversion kit

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I notices from another thread a few people have fitted the retrofit lab xenon conversion kit..

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Use heat gun) in order

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I'm having an issue removing the outer (gen 1) lens covers ( I'm using a heat gun) in order to fit the relevant new parts..

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Use technique in this video

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I used the technique in this video to help me:

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Replace wicking device

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You can replace the wicking device on these to keep them dry after you've cleaned them thoroughly.

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Use cardboard box and heat gun

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Stick them in an oven, or make your own temporary "oven" as they do in the Retrofit lab videos by using a cardboard box and heat gun.

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Install retrofit lab xenon conversion kit

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I notices from another thread a few people have fitted the retrofit lab xenon conversion kit..

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Replace wicking device

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You can replace the wicking device on these to keep them dry after you've cleaned them thoroughly.

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Use cardboard box and heat gun

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Stick them in an oven, or make your own temporary "oven" as they do in the Retrofit lab videos by using a cardboard box and heat gun.

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I'm having an issue removing the outer (gen 1) lens covers ( I'm using a heat gun) in order to fit the relevant new parts..

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Use technique in this video

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I used the technique in this video to help me:

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Re:- Removing Gen1 headlight outer lens Hi All Help needed please... I notices from another thread a few people have fitted the retrofit lab xenon conversion kit.. I'm having an issue removing the outer (gen 1) lens covers ( I'm using a heat gun) in order to fit the relevant new parts.. Can anyone give me any tips as my concern is I damage/break it trying to force it apart Thanks Johnny

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I've seen youtube clips where folk put them in the oven and heat them up. Personally I'd be having a go at soaking in hot water for a while.

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Stick them in an oven, or make your own temporary "oven" as they do in the Retrofit lab videos by using a cardboard box and heat gun. The stuff they use to bond the lenses on looks pretty nasty/sticky, you may need to heat the headlamp assembly up 2 or 3 times to get the lenses off.

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I've done it on my 997, converting the lens internally on one side from LHD to RHD. I used the technique in this video to help me: https://youtu.be/y6zaUKArkUs I also reckon its the best way to properly remove condensation, when they won't clear themselves. You can replace the wicking device on these to keep them dry after you've cleaned them thoroughly. Just don't use pure alcohol on the silver reflective surfaces when cleaning them though!!

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