Headlight Question
#1
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Headlight Question
I'm new to this forum but so far I'ver gotten a ton of helpful information so I figure I would throw out my problem and see if anyone has suggestions.
Last week someone hit my 04 TL and damaged my front bumper. I got the front bumper fixed and everything looks good except that my driver side headlight is not aligned right with the bumper. I did not order a new headlight yet because I wanted to replace the bracket first. Did that and still not aligned the way it should be. My brother is a pretty hands on and owns a bunch of Acuras so he knows a lot suggested we try to see if we could adjust it and put it back in place.
My dilemna is that I love my Tl and I want it to look perfect. Can the headlight be adjusted so that it aligns back in place or am I better off ordering a new headlight now and save the hassle?
Also was thinking about purchasing some blacked out headlights but I've heard horror stories about them not being sealed right. Any suggestions?
Last week someone hit my 04 TL and damaged my front bumper. I got the front bumper fixed and everything looks good except that my driver side headlight is not aligned right with the bumper. I did not order a new headlight yet because I wanted to replace the bracket first. Did that and still not aligned the way it should be. My brother is a pretty hands on and owns a bunch of Acuras so he knows a lot suggested we try to see if we could adjust it and put it back in place.
My dilemna is that I love my Tl and I want it to look perfect. Can the headlight be adjusted so that it aligns back in place or am I better off ordering a new headlight now and save the hassle?
Also was thinking about purchasing some blacked out headlights but I've heard horror stories about them not being sealed right. Any suggestions?
#3
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Lets see some pictures.
#4
Welcome!!!!
As for your headlights I'm pretty sure you can adjust your headlights to Aline them but try and check carefully that your projectors are not crack, as for ordering new headlights if your worry about them fogging just reseal them
As for your headlights I'm pretty sure you can adjust your headlights to Aline them but try and check carefully that your projectors are not crack, as for ordering new headlights if your worry about them fogging just reseal them
#6
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Update- photos attached
Hey guys. Sorry for the late response but I actually have some updates.
I actually bought an OEM driver side headlight this weekend. I was deciding between buying an OEM headlight or some blacked-out headlights. I decided to go with the OEM because (a) it was cheaper since a was able to get a steal and (2) I had some hesitation with the blacked-out headlights since they have to be sealed tight to prevent leaks.
I figure I can always send my headlights to a reputable person whenever I'm ready and not rush into now.
I am attaching 3 pics from how the headlight and bumper looked before and 2 pics after. As you can see, there is still a small gap but it's better than before and the new headlight looks awesome! Look forward to your feedback.
I actually bought an OEM driver side headlight this weekend. I was deciding between buying an OEM headlight or some blacked-out headlights. I decided to go with the OEM because (a) it was cheaper since a was able to get a steal and (2) I had some hesitation with the blacked-out headlights since they have to be sealed tight to prevent leaks.
I figure I can always send my headlights to a reputable person whenever I'm ready and not rush into now.
I am attaching 3 pics from how the headlight and bumper looked before and 2 pics after. As you can see, there is still a small gap but it's better than before and the new headlight looks awesome! Look forward to your feedback.
Last edited by Bosshawg; 02-27-2012 at 11:48 AM.
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