Modifying headlight assembly

[mitsumi]

Hi All,

I just wanted to ask, because i was thinking of blacking out the outer part of the headlight just like in the DIY modifications, but I just wanted to know, maybe its possible to do something like the Chevy Sonic Headlights with with the mirage.

Like this from the Sonic


What can be used for the cover? is acrylic fine or it should be glass?

[Wallythacker]

I have no idea how you mold the glass to conform to the headlight housing. I really have doubts you can pull off what you want.

[BillAce]

I did one of my headlights today. I tried baking it at different temperatures starting at 170°F and went up to 270°F to get the adhesive to soften. Remove all bulbs and harnesses before heating. I baked them for 10 minutes then separated the lens from the housing. I used a panel tool to pry it apart Start from the outside edge and work towards the inside point. The shape of the housing makes that easier. The part you want to paint is attached to the lens with 3 small Phillips screws.

Once removed it cleaned it with Napthta, scuffed with 600 grit, then sprayed with primer. I choose gloss black paint and then clearcoated it. Then reattach it to the lens with the screws.

Then heat it again, I did it twice for 7 minutes each time to reseal the lens.