Headlight lens replacement?

Cmb36 · 10-26-2017, 06:29 PM

Is it possible to replace the clear lens cover on headlights?

wcr3d · 10-28-2017, 03:39 PM

It is possible but very labor intensive. The old one is screwed and glued so you basically have to cut the old one off and patch the new one in. This means the quality is left to you. Most find it more feasible to use a restoration kit instead.

Cmb36 · 10-28-2017, 04:31 PM

Unfortunately that's not an option since the lens has a large hole in it. Someone in front of me kicked up a tire and broke the lens.

whinojosa · 04-02-2018, 07:47 AM

I realize this thread is somewhat old at this point. For anyone still wondering how to replace the lens only, I came across this video. The specific headlight in the video is E92, but the concept is the same.

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