S60R Xenon HID headlight housing replacement
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S60R Xenon HID headlight housing replacement
I have recently purchased an extremely clean and low mileage 2004 AWD S60 with minor front end damages (hood/headlamps/bumper cover). I've been able to find replacement items for all (switching to a R-type front bumper w/cover/grille/fog lamp, which I prefer the look to standard type cover). The hardest item are the HID headlamps. I found one seller on Ebay selling both lamps (non R-type)for $950+...but a little more than I'd like to spend.
I was able to buy an R-type RH headlamp (love the cleaner look front clear lens) with a busted back housing. With both RH lamps I have, I will be able to make a good and reconditioned one. With that said, has anyone torn one of these headlamps apart? Is there a certain trick without breaking any internal clips? Is there a website/link where someone has done this project? AGAIN, I'm pretty handy when it comes to rebuilding components, I JUST don't want to break any internal plastic clips/frames. Thanks.
BTW, anyone know of a source or is selling a LH R-type lamp? Looking for one......thanks again.
I was able to buy an R-type RH headlamp (love the cleaner look front clear lens) with a busted back housing. With both RH lamps I have, I will be able to make a good and reconditioned one. With that said, has anyone torn one of these headlamps apart? Is there a certain trick without breaking any internal clips? Is there a website/link where someone has done this project? AGAIN, I'm pretty handy when it comes to rebuilding components, I JUST don't want to break any internal plastic clips/frames. Thanks.
BTW, anyone know of a source or is selling a LH R-type lamp? Looking for one......thanks again.
Last edited by delahuerta; 03-18-2011 at 02:39 PM. Reason: mis-spelling
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I did it, I just tore apart the lamp assembly, it isn't all that difficult. In fact, the lamp assembly I'd purchase, I had to replace the harness since the previous owner decided to cut them. Lastly, I FOUND MY LEFT SIDE R-TYPE LAMP :-) I happen to come across one at the local family business.
I'll be posting some photos soon for those that are interested in the procedure.
I'll be posting some photos soon for those that are interested in the procedure.
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