Originally Posted by BFeller (Post 405601)

I purchased a used set of headlights. I opened the backs of the lights because they were rattling and found that each light had an HID kit installed. The rattling came from ballasts which were lose inside cover that seals the access to the bulbs. It looked like the weight of the ballasts had knocked the light buckets off the pivot ball. Also the seal on one light was mush. Thursday was spent polishing the yellowed and gunk-ed up lenses. They now are looking like brand new.

Today I used Particlewave's video to open both headlights. I baked the first one for 15 minutes with no give on the silicone. It went back into the oven for another 10 minutes since it had cooled a bit. It came apart easy enough the after the second bake. The second one went in for 20 minutes and came apart quickly. It was then easy to pop both of the headlight bucket assemblies back onto their pivot balls. The internal lens covers came off with only one plastic tab having broken. Once the internal light covers were off there was dust or dirt around the reflectors. It looked like residue from a bulb burning off moisture.

Next step have to be ordering the new projector lights.

Originally Posted by tightbox (Post 405628)

Make sure to spray a permanent protective UV coating on the newly polished lenses, or they will be cloudy again in no time!

Originally Posted by tightbox (Post 406008)

Haven't tried it yet, just received some lenses that were in worse shape than I would have liked, and have been researching what to do (other than mail them back to the seller!).

Wonder if I could use a regular UV stable automotive clear coat from paint scratch.com?

Originally Posted by Crono0001 (Post 407327)

Particlewave

Am I included in the "before August 15th" group?
My projectors should be reaching you Monday!!

Originally Posted by particlewave (Post 407783)

I'm just glad that ups didn't play soccer with them this time :D

They look really nice on your car, Bruce! The chrome reflector and bare shroud make the whole setup look very OEM, yet unique at the same time...like some kind of rare, never released Litronics.
Loving it! :cool:

Originally Posted by BruceH (Post 407790)

I agree and that was what I was aiming for, un upgraded OEM look. Turned out perfect thanks to you:cheers:

Originally Posted by BruceH (Post 407749)

Finally got mine installed thanks to the outstanding work of Charles and Fred!:cheers: I have to say that both of these guys are fantastic guys to work with. We had some UPS issues which caused quite a bit of damage but Charles was able to repair everything to better than new, thanks again for all of your hard work and contributions to this forum!

http://986forum.com/forums/uploads01...1403983486.jpg

Originally Posted by particlewave (Post 407077)

FYI - For readers interested in the retrofit, I am booked full through August 15.

Kits are still available for DIYers ;)

Originally Posted by eicheldp (Post 407816)

Bruce,
They look great! Now I got to see what my Lapis Blue 04S will look like. Just pulled the trigger with Fred for the gun metal grey w/ White Angel eyes and leaving the rest of the headlamp unpainted.

@Charles - I'll be in contact soon to arrange for a winter time install. :D

Originally Posted by Nine8Six (Post 407838)

Oh cool Bruce!!! Looking good.

and what's that blue reflect on the above pic? A Charles' special devil eye effect, LED, how did you guys managed that?

Originally Posted by Van914 (Post 407855)

Fred & Charles,
This has to be one of the best Mods for our cars. I want to thank you for taking the time and effort.
I love mine.
The New styling is fantastic!

Originally Posted by rfuerst911sc (Post 407875)

Another mini update on the replacement seals :D . Just received an email from the supplier the tooling will be 5k but he feels like the numbers of 986/996 out there that may need these seals is great enough to move forward with the project. He has ordered the material to make the dies he estimates we are 8 weeks away from having a first piece article !!! He is going to make one side first I can't remember if I sent him a driver or passenger side ? If the fit is good he'll then do the opposite side. I may have to send him my old seals to get the other side but that's not a problem. Who knows with a little luck maybe these will be available by year end or a little sooner ! :cheers:

Originally Posted by BruceH (Post 407869)

That's just the lights on, I was surprised it looked blue as well. Bonus;) I need to adjust the height of the beams, they are a bit low. High beams sure light the place up!

Originally Posted by Pdwight (Post 407911)

or re-seal, after you take the lens off what do you use to reseal the lens back onto the headlight assembly?

Originally Posted by Barteur (Post 407860)

Really like mine also. Fountain de jouvence for our cars!

Originally Posted by Pdwight (Post 407931)

I love those headlights...the best !!!!

Originally Posted by particlewave (Post 407901)

You have the adjustment instructions, right? I try to get them close, but there are always differences in cars due to ride height, etc.
If you need any help, let me know. Just be sure to keep an eye on the projectors when adjusting ;)

Originally Posted by particlewave (Post 408726)

I can sympathize, Bruce.
I've now had all 3 iterations. The good news is that if you get brave enough to open your headlights someday, 95% of the work is done.
You could just swap in the new units and sell the old ones as they are still in high demand. The sale of the old units can darn near pay for the new ones. ;)

I realize that most people don't want to risk damaging their headlights (which is why I'm so busy :p ), but at least it's an option.