(Part 2) Best automotive headlight assemblies & parts according to redditors

I used this kit: https://www.amazon.com/3M-39175-Heavy-Headlight-Restoration/dp/B072FQMY3Z/

Amazon special - Aukmak 7in LEDs

It's my poor man's Lotus...

I got these from Amazon, which is where just about everyone gets them I think. These particular ones are the Aukmak ones. The halos are super bright, but the headlights themselves aren’t the brightest and the highs don’t project. I went to the beach at night and the road out is very dark in some places.

I also had to tie these into the drl/turn signals so I have hyperflash right now. Any 7” Jeep headlight works though, and I’m very happy with these overall.

Shhh... they are technically jeep head lights

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01CCGC8SQ?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_pd_title

DOT 7 Inch Motorcycle LED Headlight for Harley Davidson Electra Glide Street Glide Fat Boy Road King Heritage Softail Switchback Headlamp Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074PQ8T2B/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9a2wDbCTHJGA2

Wipe New HDL6PCMTRRT Headlight Restore Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K889FCI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_Ajx7wbB1RYGX0

I'm not OP, but I've had great success using the Meguiars kit on 3 different cars. Been using the Headlight Protectant about once a month, and they are staying clear. Someone below mentioned clear coating them after restoring, which is probably a better long-term solution.

Something like this?: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075N1K11Z/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_dqdBDbVFK9RK6

I've got these. They're great. Easy install. Good price point.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B015SL0MSK/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

C Light - https://www.diodedynamics.com/2015-2019-subaru-wrx-sti-c-light-switchback-led-halos.html

Halos - https://www.diodedynamics.com/hd-led-halos-for-2015-2019-subaru-wrx-wrx-sti-pair.html

Blinker Module - https://www.diodedynamics.com/led-flasher-for-2015-2019-subaru-wrx.html (Needed this because I removed my stock blinker lights. Could have wired in resistors, but this was easy and cheap)

LED Conversion Bulbs - https://www.diodedynamics.com/low-beam-led-headlight-for-2015-2019-subaru-wrx.html (Still waiting on these, so haven't tested them, but they'll be in this Friday)

Headlight Sealant - https://www.amazon.com/RetroRubber-Grade-Butyl-Headlight-Sealant/dp/B01N5PM29J

Harnesses to clean up wiring - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QFW8X9Z/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_image_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (Haven't installed yet, but planning on tomorrow)

Used to seal the hole of the old C Light bulb. Ran the C Light and Halo Harness through here - https://www.homedepot.com/p/Permatex-3-oz-Black-Silicone-Adhesive-Sealant-75150/302775053

Used to hold Halo in - https://www.homedepot.com/p/J-B-Weld-0-47-oz-ClearWeld-50114H/303710929 (There's other ways to do this, but this is what I chose)

Paint I used - https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rust-Oleum-Painter-s-Touch-2X-15-oz-Flat-Black-General-Purpose-Spray-Paint-25-Bonus-336099/304221900

I also got the Subispeed harnesses, but I didn't use them because I deleted the stock turn signal bulb.

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And I think that's it. Be sure to wear nitrile gloves too to avoid finger prints.

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Also take your time. Don't paint the high beam housing unless you have another plan for those like a second projector.

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Any other questions or pictures let me know.

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(Side note, this is probably not done for me and I'll probably post more if I do more with these. Thinking about changing the bumper cover holes where the turn signals were for instance)

Hey, crutchfield has stereos and the wiring etc. Sometimes they are as much as 30 percent higher in price, but you will narrow down your search quick. Also, I got some great LED headlights/fog/markers off Amazon. They work great and we're only 100 bucks.

DOT Approved 7'' Black LED Headlights + 4 ''Cree LED Fog Lights for Jeep Wrangler 97-2017 JK TJ LJ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KNXSIYS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_9ec2CbRJWW3R4

Edit:crutchfield has Marine stereos as well. (Weatherproof)

I installed these LED headlights today. I bought them from Amazon:

7x6" inch Halo LED Headlights,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075XL75ZC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

And the install was easy. The headlights come with a pigtail and plugs directly into the original wiring harness socket. The low beams are brighter than my old high beams.

I still have to wire in the turn signals to the new headlights and figure out how to hook up the Daytime Running Lights. But I'm impressed at how easy it was, and how well they work.

Don't recommend, they're junk. Water gets inside over time:

2Pcs Partsam 45w Rectangle 7x6 Led Headlights Pair 6054 Led Headlight 5x7 Led Headlights 7x6 Hi/Low Led Sealed Beam Chevy S10 H4 Plug H6054 Headlights H5054 6052 For Jeep Wrangler YJ Xj Cherokee Truck https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXJD0Y7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Zoi.zb2ZS6Z7N

But.... I will recommend these, these are dot approved and what I have on the way:

Pair square 5''x 7'' Inch Daymaker led headlight High Low Beam Headlamp for jeep Wrangler YJ Cherokee XJ Trucks 4X4 Offroad https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0733G5QLC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hqi.zbFEFGB1C

What's so funny?

Headlight fluid:http://www.amazon.com/Blue-Magic-725CD-06-Headlight-Restorer/dp/B001PH0WUU/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1396383981&sr=8-5&keywords=headlight+fluid

Elbow grease: http://www.amazon.com/Elbow-Grease-15oz-Package-2/dp/B005K2O90K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1396384009&sr=8-1&keywords=elbow+grease

Yeah, you need to fix the seal as well. I also have the same set of LED headlights as u/SlightlyStoked but mine came with LED fogs as well for about 30 bucks more https://www.amazon.com/Approved-Headlights-Lights-Wrangler-97-2017/dp/B01KNXSIYS I definitely recommend them.

I ordered these.

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If you search "7 inch rgb headlights" on Amazon, most of them should fit. I did have to bend the headlight housings a bit to get these particular ones to fit, but I've seen a couple users post ones that fit without modification. You might want to look for their posts if you don't want to bend the housings, although it only really adds an extra 5 minutes to the install time.

I've used the kit a couple of times before, but this time it looks like theyve changed up the procedure. They still have the standard sandpaper that you use with the drill, but they no longer include the polish/compound or polishing pad. After using the highest grit, it gives you a coating to cover the headlight while it is still cloudy. After 2 coats the headlight looks crystal clear. The coating claims to last "4x longer!" but doesnt say how long it should actually last for.

https://smile.amazon.com/3M-39175-Heavy-Headlight-Restoration/dp/B072FQMY3Z

This worked well on my car - https://www.amazon.com/3M-39175-Heavy-Headlight-Restoration/dp/B072FQMY3Z

It has all the items that FlicrPaul mentioned, plus a "protective clearcoat". I'm going to try it on my compass, after I work through a bunch of other things on my ToDo list.

I've personally used CarPro DLUX on black plastic trims and its fantastic!

The cars at home are basically new so I can't vouch for anything, but opti-lens is designed for headlights. That said, if you can afford the time and handiness, it would be better to just repaint a clear coat on them.

Don't forget to apply UV headlight sealant after compounding her lights. I think this will offer the biggest improvement in effective visibility in terms of lighting. Then yes change the bulbs, they dim out over time as the tungsten vapors from the filament coat the inside of the headlight bulb glass. Personally I would just get some Sylnvania XtraVision bulbs instead of those 'high performance' burnouts like SilverStars and Osram NightBreakers. The way halogen bulbs work is, 10% overpowered from normal design decreases bulb life to just 1/3 life, and 10% underpowered from normal wattage will increase bulb life by 3 times.

Halos take a little bit of wiring knowledge, can you/husband splice wires?

For $250 and under you'll be looking at Amazon headlights, they're relatively hit or miss, I have a set and am at 2+ years now of them running fine. Some people have them die sooner.

Xprite I believe is the leader of cheap headlights: Xprite 7" Inch LED Halo Headlights for Jeep Wrangler JK TJ LJ 1997-2018(DOT Approved),CREE LED Chip, 80W 9600 Lumens Hi/Lo Beam with Halo Ring Angel Eyes DRL https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WL8X3HQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_CXv3CbP1CH4J8


Basically you'll need some dielectric grease, some scotch locks with dielectric grease already in them, a test light, lots of electrical tape, and zip ties. That and a thin t10 or t15 torx screw driver to aim the headlights afterwards.

The halo wire would get scotch locked to the running light in the fender (test light to determine the positive wire), taped up, and then the headlights themselves are plug and play. Just be sure to use the grease on the connections to prevent corrosion, and then tape it all up to keep water out.

Takes like 1-2 hours.

Also, of you live where it's snows a lot, the LEDS don't get hot enough to melt snow. So while they're 1000% brighter than stock halogen, the LEDS are useless in blizzard driving. I have halogen KC lights when it's heavy snow driving.

Good luck!

Are you talking about this.

So do you recommend applying this after restoring headlights? If you don't apply something like this will the headlight just re-oxidize quicker?

Very nice! At one point I had bought the ones linked below. Zero light output, after one day they had a half cup of water inside, and required different bulbs than stock. Returned them instantly. I like yours a lot better, might have to invest in a set.

https://www.amazon.com/Spec-D-Tuning-2LHP-WRX08JM-TM-Projector-Headlights/dp/B016RXFEHC/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1505187002&sr=8-3&keywords=Impreza+drl

https://www.amazon.com/Spec-D-Tuning-2LHP-WRX08JM-TM-Projector-Headlights/dp/B016RXFEHC

Same, I've had the car for three weeks and have been debating it the whole time. I read that you can reuse it, and after opening it did seem fine enough to reuse but I didn't want to risk it, resealed it with Mirimoto Retrorubber Butyl sealant

Stock tail light will remain for the foreseeable future. Any ideas for what I could do instead? The blinkers are great. Here's a photo in broad daylight. It's been added to the album as well.
Yes, the headlight is currently a cheap LED. This one to be exact. Will get some pictures later today comparing them to stock, as well as the HogWorkz Blackout Daymaker.

I have the link below. It's a generic Chinese LED light for $57. Install was somewhat difficult, as you have to retrofit it. The 919 headlight assembly is somewhat proprietary, but a 7" does fit. I had to order a '79 CB500 headlight ring from 4into1.com, as it's a universal 7" ring. You then have to clip/dremel off the tabs on top of the bucket, drill an additional hole on top for a top screw, and drill holes for the side screws, as the original screw holes do not line up. After that, you can install it, and I filled the gaps on the sides where the stock screws were with Flex-Seal and you can't tell that I had to drill additional holes.

Let me know if I can clarify anything!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074PQ8T2B/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They are awesome. You will also need some anti flicker devices, buy two of the anti flicker because they come in a one pack.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B015SL0MSK/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01A8971E0/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I meant to reply to this.

wiring harness

A friend gifted me the lamps but you can probably find them on amazon.

It was an easy install and the lights are awesome

Seriously, $14 and less than an hour. Though sealing the lens in a little more expensive. I just did mine this past weekend: before and after. Sealed them with Optilens which is pretty expensive, but supposed to last the life of the car.

Well...

"Fixable" and "easy" do not go hand in hand here.

My Thorens cover is better than it was, but still not great: I used a Maguiar's headlight polishing kit on it.

Did wonders! Did NOT remove deep scratches, and the only way to do that is with sandpaper. I basically got bored and didn't go back.

Meanwhile a friend who had a JVC table like my QL-A2 asked me to polish his cover. Damned if the thing didn't look brand spanking new...almost. The inside corners are a screaming bitch to get to, and the polish etches the plastic when you leave it on too long. I went through a whole freaking box of Q-Tips and got it to a pretty good sheen, but DAMN that sucked.

Anyway: fixable, YES. Easy: not really yes.

EDIT: You might ask far, far smarter people than me about this procedure. I intend to get my Thorens cover cleaned up when I quit being so lazy about it. I need advice: there may be a WAY better idea out there.

Maybe try the stuff you use on headlights? Obviously wash them really well before you put them back on your child's feet, but it's worth a shot?

It'd be more cost-effective to polish the outside of your lamps. I know they're probably yellowed as fuck, since it's a 10+ year old car. Get something like this and go HAM with a drill.

Then, replace the existing HID bulbs with a Philips XV D4S for better performance and whiter light.

Prolly some sort of light abrasive like toothpaste or that car stuff by Meguiar's made to for restoring plastic car light covers.

Thank you! I think they look 90% as good as new!!

I used the 3m restoration kit

3M 39008 Headlight Lens... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001AIZ5HY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

And this Sylvania restoration and UV coating

SYLVANIA - Headlight Restoration... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KIVYE6G?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

7x6" inch Halo LED Headlights
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075XL75ZC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Right here


Just a side note, I had to cut into a part when installing. If you have any questions if you do decide to get em, please hit me up.

I park in a garage most of the time which helps a lot, but a couple times a year I use this stuff

It takes a bit of elbow grease but works well. Never heard of the brand but my dad randomly picked some up at Walmart one day and let me try it. Been using it ever since.

> What HID kit is that, and how easy/hard was the install?

It was a morimoto kit. Square D2.S model


It wasn't difficult. Just laborious.


Steps I took:

• Sourced some glass headlamps on amazon of all places.
  
• Here
  
• & Here
  
• Disassembled them
  
• Heated them up like instructed here.
  
• Scuffed, sanded, and painted the reflector interior. 10 coats of matte black spray paint.
  
• Purchased Square D2S projectors (square probably discontinued) and harness from SparkSmith.
  
• Reapplied the goop adhesive for the glass on the edges with this stuff.
  
• Reassembled glass back on. Applied pressure with some clamps. Reheated in oven.
  
• Reassembled.
  
• Called SparkSmith and they recommended I purchase 5500k HIDs and paired harness. (Great guys btw)
  
• Installed.
  
  This took me 3 months to get done, mistakes inclusive. Because I live a VERY busy lifestyle. You could do it with my advice in two weeks and one dedicated day, shipping time included.

https://www.amazon.com/Wipe-New-HDL6PCMTRRT-Headlight-Restore/dp/B00K889FCI

works like a charm

You need to protect it somehow.

original headlights will typically have a protective layer above that you have sanded off now.

I like what the other guy said about clear 3M vinyl

my headlights I restored 2 years ago and they are fading already without any protectant other than 3x yearly application of collonite 845.


there's also a product by opti called opti lense that you apply a clear coat over top. https://www.amazon.com/OPT-OPT-OLC10-Opti-Lens-Permanent-Headlight/dp/B00GULJCUM

Saw these on amazon https://www.amazon.com/Spec-D-Tuning-2LHP-WRX08JM-TM-Projector-Headlights/dp/B016RXFEHC

I just got the amazon cheap-o ones called Turbo SII LEDs and they are pretty darn good. They dont cast light out as far as I would like, but they are better than stock and look great. I zip tied the adapter because the plug didn't seem to secure perfectly. I have no complaints really. They were plug and play. They were $113 and now they are $95. I would recommend them as a budget friendly solution that look awesome.

I've used this a couple of times and it's worked wonders.

Blue Magic

I've heard really good things with Opti-Lens

FYI, instead of paying 100s for new lights, you can spend 15-20 bucks and buy sanding kits for your lights to make them more clear. You tape around your lights with painters tape and you put the special buffers onto a drill and after about an hour you got clear lights. There are multiple kinds you can get, but here's one off of Amazon.com.

Sure did! I used this and then this to seal it

Got these on Amazon. They jwspeaker knock offs but they're pretty damn goodAmazon link.

I bought one very similar to this off amazon. Yes it's cheap knock off but it's well made enough, doesn't leak and puts out a ton of light.

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If you want a name brand one, JW Speaker makes the actual product for about 6x the cost.

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Install on either is plug and play and can be done with a couple screwdrivers.

With something like this:
3M 39175 Heavy Duty Headlight Restoration Kit
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072FQMY3Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LD4SCbDFZWYRC

Those kits will work long term, but you have to treat them for UV. Use this after you polish them: https://www.amazon.com/Sylvania-Headlight-Restoration-Block-Clear/dp/B01KIVYE6G

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CCGC8SQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I haven't really had any major issues with them yet, but It's only been a few weeks. The instructions are pretty godawful so you have to get clever if you want to get the amber blinking turn signals working. But if you just want normal headlight functionality they are super easy to install.

I read good reviews on forums about this one, so I bought that for $10. LINK

Sure thing! This is the set I got.

When you go to install them, you'll probably find your fog lights don't work at all because the polarity is reversed on the fog light's connector. Instead of cutting wires and splicing like other reviews on Amazon recommend, you can use a very sharp set of tweezers to grasp on either side of the pin to disengage its lock, side it out of the connector, and swap the pins within the connector. If you have trouble doing this during the install, feel free to ping me.

The headlights snap into a couple grooves in the headlight assembly. You might find that they don't quite fit into the grooves, and if so, you'll have to file down the headlight (preferred, but removes the anti-rust coating), or modify the headlight assembly. I opted to file down the headlight, inserting it first from the bottom, and noting that the inner portions of the tabs were hitting the outside of the grooves. After a few tries, I got it to fit in snugly.

Also, since I have the AEV front bumper, I can't remove my grill. This wasn't an issue, I was able to unsnap it and get it sort of out of the way and do the install with it still hanging there.

Finally, don't forget to aim your headlights afterwards (and probably foglights, too; mine are a little bit low still). There are a bunch of good guides out there. I ended up aiming mine about 6 inches lower than recommended because I'm lifted 4.5" and I don't want to blind people as much when I pull up behind them in traffic.

Here are some photos: https://imgur.com/a/mmuc9vj

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075XL75ZC/ref=ppx_yo_mob_b_track_package_o0_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If you are interested in completely replacing them, I would recommend these.

Put them in mine back in April and love them, they are extremely bright.

This is the one I bought and it's been great for the few days I've had it on: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074PQ7DTK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Yeah, the combo kit was cheaper than the individual headlight and bucket separately.

The high beam on this kind of sucked so I actually wired my high beam wire to the wire that triggers an amber colored ring. I use it to signal people when I'm passing flashing while lane splitting. I think it's less obnoxious than a high beam.

The mounting was a bit of a pain to, had to bend the metal brackets to fit around the tube. Luckily I had a old fork that was bend and I was going to trow away. I use that to mold the metal around it since I didn't care if I damaged it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075N1K11Z/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KNXSIYS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Are you sure you used the kit correctly? I restored my beater's headlights with Megiuar's G3000 kit and the turnout was pretty good. The thing is, the entire process took me about 30 minutes of sanding per headlight (I was a bit timid with it at first).

Additionally, headlights need to have UV protection on them or the hazing will come back. The gel stuff that comes with the kit will only last about 1 month before you need to re-apply it. Your best bet is to apply a longer lasting product like Opti-Lens to ensure permanant protection.

https://www.amazon.com/Aukmak-Headlights-Multicolor-Bluetooth-1997-2017/dp/B072563VPN/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=7inch+halo+headlights&qid=1562867843&s=arts-crafts&sr=1-1-catcorr

As someone with an older truck, with plastic headlights that get that haze over them. Meguiars Headlight Restoration kit had mine cleaned up and looking/functioning like new.

Also, my black plastic fender flares had oxidized, and hitting them with a magic eraser got them back to looking new.

Here ya go.

Headlights:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015SL0MSK/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_sN1zxbR2C70EG

Fog lights:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015WIRRV4/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_cP1zxbWSVR6H6

They are great! They turn amber for the turn signal.

http://www.amazon.com/Xprite-Round-Lumens-Headlights-Wrangler/dp/B00WL8X3HQ?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

This is what I used. This stuff exceeded my expectations 110%

Yep! Use this. Highest recommended adhesive I could find when searching for what to use and I have it at the ready for when I re-seal my own.

https://www.rallysportdirect.com/part/headlights/2lhp-wrx08jm-tm-spec-d-black-housing-projector-headlights-with-led-day-time-running-light-strip

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016RXFEHC/?coliid=I3S3AWZ7ON4XSO&colid=200C9XU1WQP9H&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

Been shopping these myself.

There are lots of kits you can buy to fix that up. e.g

https://www.amazon.com/3M-39008-Headlight-Restoration-System/dp/B001AIZ5HY/ref=pd_cp_263_1?pd_rd_w=lReEK&pf_rd_p=ef4dc990-a9ca-4945-ae0b-f8d549198ed6&pf_rd_r=G7AK7VZDBZA9FTQT3XXF&pd_rd_r=ca431d59-9ec6-11e9-b4a7-9b94a0a2c8b2&pd_rd_wg=tpSaC&pd_rd_i=B001AIZ5HY&psc=1&refRID=G7AK7VZDBZA9FTQT3XXF

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Also a good idea to redo the UV protective layer once you have cleaned it

https://www.amazon.com/3M-Quick-Headlight-Clear-39173/dp/B079QL8BYK/ref=pd_bxgy_263_img_2/138-9026588-4146945?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B079QL8BYK&pd_rd_r=dd75f92a-9ec6-11e9-b48b-e3daa940e298&pd_rd_w=cm8Be&pd_rd_wg=QrjnZ&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=HRJKTHH90FR0Z25QW6ZX&psc=1&refRID=HRJKTHH90FR0Z25QW6ZX

u/r1ght0n Here are those links to the headlights I have and the wiring harness:

https://www.carid.com/1991-toyota-pick-up-headlights/lumen-7x6-rectangular-led-headlights-547420654.html

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https://www.amazon.com/Headlight-Harness-Toyota-Headlights-Problem/dp/B07B9QQMMH/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2HIHGFVZ20JVV&keywords=toyota+led+headlight+harness&qid=1563935692&s=gateway&sprefix=toyota+led+hea%2Caps%2C490&sr=8-3

Amazon is definitely hit and miss. I’ve had this one for a few years now on my 83 Goldwing. I highly recommend it. Some guys at Sturgis we’re wondering how I got a daymaker on my Honda...lol

These are sold under many different brand names and I would not go for them as they are most likely not DOT approved, and QC is lacking. Maybe your guy has ones that have better chips but in general most are pretty shotty. I see these same housings being marketed on Instagram all the time, $250 is the normal ask but they can be had for much cheaper on amazon.

Aftermarket headlights.
Xprite 7" Inch Round 80W 9600 Lumens Hi/Lo Beam Cree LED Headlights With Halo Ring Angel Eyes DRL For Jeep Wrangler JK TJ LJ 1997 - 2017 (DOT Approved https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WL8X3HQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_PkWcPShaURdlT

It’s just a Chinese knockoff I got off Amazon for $40

There’s a bunch of them up there but here’s the link to the one I bought.

Super bright and super easy to install.

They were some of the best reviewed on Amazon. For fifty bucks I took a chance and they have been great so far. If anything, they may be too bright, but then again, I havent had any complaints.

2PCS Partsam Rectangle H6054 Led... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXJD0Y7?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I was in the same boat and waited just as long. I wish I took a before shot. I highly recommend adding a clear coat or else it will yellow again. https://www.amazon.com/3M-Quick-Headlight-Clear-39173/dp/B079QL8BYK/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=3m+clear+coat+headlight&qid=1559064919&s=gateway&sr=8-3

I've done the same using the 3m kit, which includes a drill attachment. Super easy and effective. Hardest part was masking the painted areas first. Most people recommend putting some sort of wax, so I picked a wipe on product too.

Headlight restoration kit
https://www.amazon.com/3M-39008-Headlight-Restoration-System/dp/B001AIZ5HY?th=1&psc=1

Clear coat
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B079QL8BYK?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

I thought about it some more and I think white light will grow on me. I was looking at this headlight in Amazon and I think I'd like it.

The specs say it will work with 12V, which is what my headlight voltage is. My power is 60/55W while the replacement one is 80W for the fixture.

I'm guessing this wouldn't work with my bike?

I personally hate most of the ridiculous looking replacement lights, but I don't think these look cheesy at all in person. Performance wise it is 100% worth it. The amount of light these new LEDs put out is fantastic.

Just be aware that due to the way the wiring is set up on our trucks, you will probably have to get an adapter wiring harness. Overall it was about $100 for everything.

Harness Link

Lights

Here's a picture from u/carriemcbride628
https://i.redd.it/u1zqf3mt6kc31.jpg


If you want any more info or pictures let me know.

They won't. You need a 5x7 / 7x6 headlight. The 4x6 is a smaller light.

I did find some on Amazon that look pretty good. I don't know anything about them though. I searched for "5x7 headlight halo"

TRUCKMALL 5''x 7'' 7X 6 inch LED Headlights Set with Halo DRL Turn Signal, for Jeep Cherokee XJ Wrangler YJ Comanche MJ Toyota Corolla Tacoma Ford F350 Pickup Car Truck Van Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BKY7JY9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_1IFXDbX9QGFVC

2pcs 110W 7x6 LED Headlights 5x7 LED Headlight with Turn Signal DRL White Halo Sealed Beam Headlamp H6054 6054 Led Headlight for Jeep Wrangler YJ Cherokee XJ H5054 H6054LL 6052 6053 - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FTC7NK6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_QJFXDbJ9V3A2S

7x6" inch Halo LED Headlights, OVOTOR 5x7 inch Square LED Headlamp with Arrow Angel Eyes DRL Turn Signal Light Replaces H6054 H5054 H6054LL 69822 Fit Trucks Jeep Wrangler XJ YJ Sedans GMC https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075XL75ZC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_yKFXDb1Y53JMJ

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXJD0Y7?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

I've had some luck cleaning up CA fog with headlight restoration kits. I used this one on some acrylic and it worked quite well. It works by "melting" the top layer of the acrylic, so it may not be ideal for a thin lens.

Also clear head lights; the difference between clear and foggy lenses is amazing.

Cloudy vs clear and yellowed vs clear for reference; the sides with clear lenses look a few years newer.

Thanks.. I'd love to get another bike into the mix but it's just not reasonable at the time sadly. The FJR will win me over in my 40's maybe lol.


Here's a link to the headlight: SKTYANTS 7" 7 Inch Headlights Housing Bucket with 7 inch Headlight (White DRL Amber Signal Light) for Harley Motorcycle (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075N1K11Z/

And the windshield: Puig 0869N Black Naked Universal Windshield for 8" Round Headlight https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GA3B6SQ/

I did some digging and i think these are the ones i have.

They look something light this
https://www.amazon.com/Headlights-White-Angel-Signal-Wrangler/dp/B01CCGC8SQ

You may actually be able to find some pre-built projector housings for yours. I looked and looked and looked, and the only pre-built projector housings I could find for the Vue were for year models 07 and up. Mine's an 03.

So I had to build mine. And the parts I used were pretty cheap so you might save money just building your own anyways.

Here's the parts I used

Nilight 2.5" Mini HID Bixenon Projector Lens

2x 23inch Dual Color White-Amber Switchback Headlight LED Tube Strip Light DRL Daytime Running Light & Turn Signal Lamp For Audi-Style Headlight

RetroRubber OEM Grade Butyl Headlight Sealant, Black

Everbrightt 1-Pair White 70MM 60SMD COB LED Headlight Angel Eyes Bulb Halo Ring Lamp Light With Housing

2pcs 12V HID Xenon AC Car Ballast 55W HID Xenon Bulbs Lamp For Auto Headlights For H1/3/4/7/8/9/10/11 9005 9006

HID-Warehouse HID Xenon Replacement Bulbs - H1 8000K - Medium Blue (1 Pair)

The paint I used was just a can of Rustoleum semi gloss black I got at Walmart for a few bucks.

I also purchased a separate set of headlights to do all this with, as this was my first time. I wanted to be able to take as much time as I needed with it. I can also easily switch back to stock at any time for whatever reason. I would suggest you do the same, if you're planning on building them.

To get them apart, I preheated our kitchen oven to 220 degrees. I lined an old baking pan with a wet towel and set the headlight on it, then put it in the oven for 10 minutes. This will soften the sealant enough so that you can pry the light housing apart.

Then when you're done with all of your modifications, remove as much of the old sealant you can and then line the edges of the housing with the new sealant. Heat it up like before and compress it back together.

Thanks bro. I gotchu homie

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B074PQ8T2B/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1517584040&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=Bicyaco&dpPl=1&dpID=51HYxz58PcL&ref=plSrch

I got them on amazon. They seem pretty good so far and they took maybe an hour to install.

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>However, as far as I know you cant stop it happening again, its a flaw in the chemistry that makes them susceptible to UV damage from sunlight.

Actually, there is!