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Old 03-07-15, 08:55 PM
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Well, i guess it,s finally time to fix it. I disassembled my headlight (in the oven) to paint the insides black... Turns out the passenger side didn't seal to perfectly. Anyone else have that same problem before and fix it? should i just take the headlight off the bumper when its super hot and dry out and then put some sort of sealant (any recommendations) around it? or do i need to throw the whole thing back in the oven? Any input would be great! thanks guys!
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i would definitely take the headlight out and let it dry out, followed by a reseal with a proper sealant.
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Originally Posted by clintdaddy
i would definitely take the headlight out and let it dry out, followed by a reseal with a proper sealant.
Okay! Any sealant you would recommend? And thats what i was thinking, about taking it out and letting it dry... but then i thought it only gets watery like once a month (after i was it).
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Originally Posted by MDHLexus
Okay! Any sealant you would recommend? And thats what i was thinking, about taking it out and letting it dry... but then i thought it only gets watery like once a month (after i was it).
I've done my escalades head lights, as well other peoples, and I used a marine sealant, works wonders. I believe it also seals fish tanks so you know it's a good sealant. Got it at hardware store. Remember to put some weight on it over night. I wrapped it in a towel and the put 25lb plate on it. Good luck
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