Replacing Headlamp lens
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Replacing Headlamp lens
Per my "Gogred" thread of a few weeks ago, my left hand headlamp was cracked and the insurance company also said my bumper needed to be removed and repainted.....I did not argue..figured I'd have them change out the fog lamp bulbs while it was apart.
I missed my appointment yesterday w/the body shop could not help it and called mid morning to inform.
Well, the body shop was a bit snippy with me..so being the calm mature middle aged rational man that I am I am saying poo on you body shop.
There is virtually no damage to the bumper, the paint is good (not great), over the entire car and now I am reasoning that why have a sparkling new bumper next to a 15 yr old paint job on the bonnet?
So....I have sourced a new headlight lens and can get it by the weekend. I looked on the forums here but could not find a DIY for replacement of the lens.
Anyone have any tips? Or even an outlet for a good used lens, (I can buy new OEM for $235).
Thanks all
I missed my appointment yesterday w/the body shop could not help it and called mid morning to inform.
Well, the body shop was a bit snippy with me..so being the calm mature middle aged rational man that I am I am saying poo on you body shop.
There is virtually no damage to the bumper, the paint is good (not great), over the entire car and now I am reasoning that why have a sparkling new bumper next to a 15 yr old paint job on the bonnet?
So....I have sourced a new headlight lens and can get it by the weekend. I looked on the forums here but could not find a DIY for replacement of the lens.
Anyone have any tips? Or even an outlet for a good used lens, (I can buy new OEM for $235).
Thanks all
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This thread should help you remove the headlight assembly: Removing Headlight Assy
Once it is out, gently pry up the tabs separating the lens housing and the body of the headlight (I think there are 2 or 3 on each long side and one on each end). The lens and the housing will then separate, it will be helped automatically by the rubber gasket pressure. Replace the lens with the new gasket it comes with.
Once it is out, gently pry up the tabs separating the lens housing and the body of the headlight (I think there are 2 or 3 on each long side and one on each end). The lens and the housing will then separate, it will be helped automatically by the rubber gasket pressure. Replace the lens with the new gasket it comes with.
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This thread should help you remove the headlight assembly: Removing Headlight Assy
Once it is out, gently pry up the tabs separating the lens housing and the body of the headlight (I think there are 2 or 3 on each long side and one on each end). The lens and the housing will then separate, it will be helped automatically by the rubber gasket pressure. Replace the lens with the new gasket it comes with.
Once it is out, gently pry up the tabs separating the lens housing and the body of the headlight (I think there are 2 or 3 on each long side and one on each end). The lens and the housing will then separate, it will be helped automatically by the rubber gasket pressure. Replace the lens with the new gasket it comes with.
JAGUAR XK8 - Headlamp lens.pdf
Item 2 in the illustration.
Graham
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So a 'lens' isn't just the glass, it's the glass and the complete plastic moulded assembly visible from outside the vehicle?
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Item 2 in the illustration.
Graham
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Item 2 in the illustration.
Graham
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Hi, gents.
I hate to hijack this thread, but it's quite fitting for my question and will help to avoid spamming new non-critical threads all over the forum .
I also have a inquiry about the lens. I really like the look of the dark lens from XKRs, but am unable to find a single one on sale unless its the whole headlight assembly. I'd be really happy if someone knows of a vendor who sells the XKR lens only for reasonable price. Below is a picture to support the description.
Thanks all for your attention and feedback .
Best,
Danny.
I hate to hijack this thread, but it's quite fitting for my question and will help to avoid spamming new non-critical threads all over the forum .
I also have a inquiry about the lens. I really like the look of the dark lens from XKRs, but am unable to find a single one on sale unless its the whole headlight assembly. I'd be really happy if someone knows of a vendor who sells the XKR lens only for reasonable price. Below is a picture to support the description.
Thanks all for your attention and feedback .
Best,
Danny.
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WhiteXKR, pardon me if its somehow a common knowledge, but besides your pointer (exactly what I wished for ) to the lens vendor, would you also happen to know how to deal with a missing headlight washer assembly? Anybody? My XK8 has a solid chrome fill in place of the washers. Is there some sort of washer delete for lenses only or would I have to purchase the washer assembly as well ...
Thanks in advance for any feedback.
Danny.
Thanks in advance for any feedback.
Danny.
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WhiteXKR, pardon me if its somehow a common knowledge, but besides your pointer (exactly what I wished for ) to the lens vendor, would you also happen to know how to deal with a missing headlight washer assembly? Anybody? My XK8 has a solid chrome fill in place of the washers. Is there some sort of washer delete for lenses only or would I have to purchase the washer assembly as well ...
Thanks in advance for any feedback.
Danny.
Thanks in advance for any feedback.
Danny.
On cars with the washer, the non-fixed chrome cover and the nozzle are all separate items.
Are you missing the washer cover and nozzle on just one side?
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I should probably give them a call . Thanks for your prompt response, WhiteXKR.
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well, that would be the most economic solution to the black lens conversion dilemma. You're saying that it wiped right off? I did a xenon conversion earlier this year, and have not noticed any silver coming off after separating the lens and reflector housing...
Did you restore the lens to silver after the accidental wipe off or did you wiped them clean (black). If so, could you post a picture of it?
Thanks in advance,
Danny.
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re Light for XJR 2001 etc
Will this help
Complete light {outer} Chrome Bezel . stamped 09H22 08-06-98
Non washer type
will be in orange County June 8 thru Jun 17
if you want or ant one does its available .
PM me @ casabala1@aol.com
Complete light {outer} Chrome Bezel . stamped 09H22 08-06-98
Non washer type
will be in orange County June 8 thru Jun 17
if you want or ant one does its available .
PM me @ casabala1@aol.com