headlight and park lamps... December 19, 2005, 10:42:31 AM ok everybody, what is the best way to get the lenses off of these, (in one piece), on an '88 Cougar? and what is the best way to reattach them after?? Thanks in advance. Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #1 – December 19, 2005, 05:21:40 PM Just a thin serrated blade to chisel/se into a corner of it until you can begin pulling the plastic pieces apart from one another. I found with the stock glue, it cracked well enough to pretty much just pull the thing apart, working around in a circle. The only time I actually broke the plastic (was the headlight lens) was when trying to take apart a headlight after I had already epoxied it back up before. I found a standard silverware knife to work well at prying.I think I used "2 ton epoxy" at that time. Its basically the same as all of the 2-part epoxies found in hardware stores. I used the stuff thats half clear, half a yellowish tint. Dries clear.From then on, i just epoxied the corners and used silicone to fill in the sides. Works great and seals well. Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #2 – December 19, 2005, 06:55:04 PM Quote from: cougarmanok everybody, what is the best way to get the lenses off of these, (in one piece), on an '88 Cougar? and what is the best way to reattach them after?? Thanks in advance.I ran mine under really hot water while slicing/prying/pulling. It made the plastic more pliable and less likely to crack or break.I haven't put them back together yet. Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #4 – December 19, 2005, 11:11:31 PM I separated mine using a putty knife and gently pried it loose a little at a time from each end. To put back together, I used permatex clear lense glue/sealer.Lense has stayed on and I've had no moisture problems. Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #5 – December 20, 2005, 08:52:05 AM I'll see how it goes this weekend. Thanks.:D Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #6 – December 31, 2005, 10:25:28 AM Well, I got the park lamp and corner lamp apart, but the headlight is being a real bitch. Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #7 – December 31, 2005, 10:37:07 AM I just let mine fall off :D Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #8 – December 31, 2005, 11:05:10 AM Quote from: Thunder ChickenI just let mine fall off :DI wish...:D Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #9 – January 01, 2006, 09:18:23 PM yeah it requires bravery and a steady hand for that for sure. little hijack here but after buffing my lenses i noticed the chrome reflectors are in sorry shape. anyone know the best solution for this? maybe chrome spray paint or some type of adhesive reflective material? Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #10 – January 01, 2006, 09:42:45 PM Quote from: Pressure cooked chickenlittle hijack here but after buffing my lenses i noticed the chrome reflectors are in sorry shape. anyone know the best solution for this? maybe chrome spray paint or some type of adhesive reflective material?This has been discussed here a couple times. Basically nothing short of getting it "rechromed" (however they do it) will work well. Paints will do nothing. I found that aluminum tape, applied and polished, works well. Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #11 – January 01, 2006, 10:15:59 PM thanks. i'll look into that Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #12 – January 15, 2006, 11:52:41 AM Tip: New headlights.Yes they are expensive as heck. But definately worth it!I thought mine were clear and not yellowed nor scratched with good looking shiny reflectors. But my car was casting a shadow in front when someone with good lights was behind me.I bought a new set from diamonds777 on ebay for $125.What a differance! Now I can see whats ahead of me on the road.I think something else is going on with the old plastic like some microscopic cracks which don't pass the light through.Anyway seeing is beliving.Engine mods cost more, and what fun are they if you can't see where your going? Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #13 – February 01, 2006, 08:13:19 AM Quote from: BobNorwayBut my car was casting a shadow in front when someone with good lights was behind me.lol... i know the feeling. Quote Selected
headlight and park lamps... Reply #14 – February 01, 2006, 09:12:42 AM Quote from: BobNorwayTip: New headlights.Yes they are expensive as heck. But definately worth it!While that is the best option for Thunderbirds, I don't think Cougar owners have that luxury. The lights are discontinued, AFAIK Quote Selected
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