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Who's using the OEM "replacement" headlights?

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Old 01-27-15, 04:10 AM
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Default Who's using the OEM "replacement" headlights?

OK, guys, I have been using the headlights that I bought in 2006 ( brand new OEM) in my DD - I bought ANOTHER set of OEM for my show car.

In a very short time they have developed a haze that somewhat bothers me.

I am NOT paying another $600 for a pair of OEM headlights, so I'd like to get some feedback on the "jobber" headlights out there if anyone is using them straight up ( I mean not retrofitted)

If the reflector is garbage or other issues etc.

The $275/pr is tempting...
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Clearing the lenses is cheaper and will last longer
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any pics or links of the show car?
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any pics or links of the show car?
It's the car in my sig, had it since 05
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so the 2nd set of $600 lights developed a haze?are these the ones from Sewell or another Lexus dealer ?

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Do a 2000-3000 grit wet sand, then polish it and seal with Opti Lens. Protects from hazing for up to 5 years.

About a $75 cost if you do it yourself and will save you from having to purchase another set.
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Originally Posted by angus
OK, guys, I have been using the headlights that I bought in 2006 ( brand new OEM) in my DD - I bought ANOTHER set of OEM for my show car.

In a very short time they have developed a haze that somewhat bothers me.

I am NOT paying another $600 for a pair of OEM headlights, so I'd like to get some feedback on the "jobber" headlights out there if anyone is using them straight up ( I mean not retrofitted)

If the reflector is garbage or other issues etc.

The $275/pr is tempting...
these wouldn't be HID's at that price.. Do you plan to add a HID kit? found a few nice used OEM HID headlights on eBay
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