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Lights
Posted: July 1st, 2004, 6:28 am
by Keir Anderson
Hi,
My altezza lights are taking on water. I've done a search and gonna try the oven method. When i come to re-seal them what brand of sealant should i use and where can i buy it from i.e. halfords or B&Q?
thanks.
Re: Lights
Posted: July 1st, 2004, 2:27 pm
by mx almere
Taking on water? Do you mean that they are fogging up or are they beginning to look like a fish tank?
If they are fogging up, another way to permanently get rid of this problem is to add a little ventilation. Just drill a little hole from the back of the altezza's. It might take some time to clear up, but the fog will dissappear for ever.
Re: Lights
Posted: July 2nd, 2004, 6:18 am
by Keir Anderson
thanks,
well to be honest a bit of both really. at first
i thought it was just fogging up so i pierced the housing from the back of the light. i checked it a few days later and there is definatley water collecting inside. just not sure on which sealant to use??
Re: Lights
Posted: July 13th, 2004, 4:59 pm
by Holte999
What are Altezza lights ?. Where do you get them ?.How much do they cost ?.
Re: Lights
Posted: July 14th, 2004, 10:52 am
by MikeUK
They are Lexus style lights for the MX3. Total cost about £100.
One of mine has taken on loads of water, im thinking of keeping fish in it. (Joke, dont call the RSPCA).
Iv got a new pair now but havnt installed them yet, just use a clear silicon from any DIY place.
Re: Lights
Posted: July 14th, 2004, 1:02 pm
by killerpickle
Will that actually work? Taking out the fog by drilling a hole? I thought the reason the fog was in there was because of a leak. Maybe you do have a point though it would increase the ventilation and as long as it is on the back (inside) it wouldn't let water in....
Re: Lights
Posted: July 14th, 2004, 1:30 pm
by perhapsadingo8yerbaby
Originally posted by killerpickle:
Will that actually work? Taking out the fog by drilling a hole? I thought the reason the fog was in there was because of a leak. Maybe you do have a point though it would increase the ventilation and as long as it is on the back (inside) it wouldn't let water in....
Mine are on 3 mos. and @1 month started fogging a bit followed by leaking @2 mos. and leaking a lot now. I figure the fogging is a sign H20 is getting in somewhere in sm. amt. with more to follow? Drying them out now for a re-seal. On the other POV, the front corner/turnsig housings are made ventilated with a small tube so if a small hole doesn't allow water in, some ventilation might still be helpful on the tails.
