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Old 02-07-16, 05:58 PM
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I need a decent headlight to get me by for a while. There are two tabs missing on my driver's headlight. I would post in the classifieds, but I just got my car last week and joined the forum. So, I have to wait a month to post a WTB ad, which seems kind of nuts to me. I just need a good condition bare headlight. Any suggestions of where to look other than eBay? I would consider buying a set if they were in good condition.
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forums, craigslist.... I wouldnt replace the headlights for a couple broken tabs as long as its still in place and still holding, if anything have you considered upgrading to the led 2011+ headlights?
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forums, craigslist.... I wouldnt replace the headlights for a couple broken tabs as long as its still in place and still holding, if anything have you considered upgrading to the led 2011+ headlights?
The side tab, closest to the fender is gone and part of the top one it broken. I have tried to repair and am in the middle of a last ditch attempt on the side tab. I just figure that I am fine with painted housings for the time being and the pre-LEDs are a fraction of the price. If I buy LEDs right now I will be sleeping on the couch...
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Is the tab still bolted down and just broken off the headlight housing? Maybe some epoxy glue or someting would hold it?
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Is the tab still bolted down and just broken off the headlight housing? Maybe some epoxy glue or someting would hold it?
Epoxy has broken twice. There wasn't much plastic left. The top tab is completely gone. I have the bolt by the grill...

If I could find a set of LED I guess it wouldn't be the worst time. The passenger side is missing a tab also.
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Well you said yours was blacked out?
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Yeah. I painted them a black chrome color.

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Yeah. I painted them a black chrome color.

Wow what a beauty
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Originally Posted by nicklausw
I need a decent headlight to get me by for a while. There are two tabs missing on my driver's headlight. I would post in the classifieds, but I just got my car last week and joined the forum. So, I have to wait a month to post a WTB ad, which seems kind of nuts to me. I just need a good condition bare headlight. Any suggestions of where to look other than eBay? I would consider buying a set if they were in good condition.
I'm glad you know why I have to close this thread. Hang out for a bit and your issues will pass.
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