Frank1212

03 TL fog lights are pretty beat-up and pitted from road debris.
Looking to replace - Acura and discount OEM web sights want around $200 EACH

Came across AutoLightsBulbs.com that's selling their own 'exact' replica for $150 a PAIR. Take a look:

https://autolightsbulbs.com/2003/Acu...ivelights.aspx

Has anyone done business with this site?

THANKS

thoiboi

Check out a junk yard perhaps?

MBP 03

If only your lenses are pitted and the reflectors are still in good shape, you can find replacement lenses made of Lexan on Ebay for a fraction of the cost of new or used OEM housings.

Frank1212

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That's interesting - when I was changing the fog light bulbs, it looked like the lenses were held on by clips. But when I looked at Acura parts online, all I saw were the entire fog-light units for sale - that's the $200+ [33901-S0K-A12] part.

Just checked eBay - $25.99 each w Free Shipping - BIG SAVINGS - Thanks

http://www.ebay.com/itm/02-03-ACURA-...Ft6H4Q&vxp=mtr

thoiboi

some headlamps have clips AND are glued on by butyl rubber. I expect the TL to be the same hence why they don't sell just the lens.


The replacement lens might be the cheapest option if you're a DIYer

MBP 03

You can buy them as a pair from the same seller and it will come out to even less $$$ per side.

In addition to removing the clips / metal trim around the lens, you will have to heat the housings in the oven in order to soften the glue and separate the lens.

Frank1212

200-250 degree oven?
how long?

MBP 03

Yes.

15 minutes or so should be good enough.

aphex1

Nice! I went the easy route and just used regular bulbs for the upgrade. Now, she sits in my driveway with a blown engine, but getting a used on in shortly. 2002 TL type S