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Old 05-30-2021, 04:43 AM   #1
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Then I followed the advice to use a putty knife as a backer, then a small flat blade screwdriver to get under the lip...left it there to hold the gap, then moved about 3 inches away and did the same.

You can literally hear the silicone tearing as you go.

Then I went straight for my small flat pry bar, used the putty knife to protect the edge and twisted it until the seam opened to the top.

Then I used my hands only.

5 minutes, tops.

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Old 05-30-2021, 04:44 AM   #2
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Then to remove the inner cover, 2 phillips screws and voila...ready to dive in.

I think this was the easy part? lol

Anyway, to answer JBauer...yes I got centric rings to ensure a good fit.

Jimmy at The Retrofit Source was awesome to help put the kit together.
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Old 05-30-2021, 05:30 AM   #3
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Getting started, I need to remove the halogen shield and bulb holder to dremel it flush.

This will allow the light unit to sit square in the bowl, and secure with the nut from the back.

Now off to get my father in law's dremel.

Slow and steady, no rush.





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Old 05-30-2021, 05:35 AM   #4
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Oh, and to remove the lens, it was simple...a small pic tool, pry behind at 3 o'clock and they pop out.

They are toasted.

The lens is cracked, very thin and actually bubbled on the inside.



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Old 05-30-2021, 01:02 PM   #5
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Test fit of the projectors...sitting square and level.

Now sorting the wiring.


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