Tails: Will this work?
So I'm planning on replacing my tail light gaskets (early model) due to the passenger side leaking. Moisture got into my housings and corroded the reflective material in the housing. when I pull the lights out, can I just scrape/sand off the corroded reflective material, and spray with silver metallic spray paint? I'm probably going to do this anyway, but I was just wondering if anyone has tried something like this before and been successful. If not, I'll put up a DIY.
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Hmmm, I do tail light 'silver paint' restoration all the time, but don't early lights have a one-piece lens + reflector? How would you spray the reflectors without taking the lens off?
Just wondering how you make out, I'd love to follow your progress...
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Just so I don't leave anyone hanging... You're right. Pulled them off (good opportunity to moisturize the gaskets with silicone spray and wax the cavities btw) and I thought there'd be an easy seam or something to pop off the lens and glue later. this isn't the case. so no restoration is possible.Originally posted by Mo Brighta View Post
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Currently in the market for an early driver's side tail light.
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Driver side rear lens - early E30
I have plenty of driver's side (cracked), so I went to my local indy shop. They have several very nice lenses. He's asking $100 or whatever he can get; want me to make him an offer? I have a feeling he'll negotiate to make a sale... If I find one in the pick'n'pull yard, it will be less, but may not be quite so nice.Originally posted by 15Michaeljoseph View Post
Shoot me an email or PM.
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Lighting Upgrades front and back for 2002, E3, E9, E10, E12, E21, E23, E24, E28, E30, E32, E36, E39, and more.
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thanks a lot, will do. going to make a yard run in the coming weeks...hoping to get lucky with a tail. if not, we'll be in touch
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Found one, very nice condition! email sent.
Came across it while looking for a seven series, the lens was removed and stuck in the trunk. Let me know if you want it.
AndyAndy says "Be Seen, and Not Hurt!"
Lighting Upgrades front and back for 2002, E3, E9, E10, E12, E21, E23, E24, E28, E30, E32, E36, E39, and more.
Tail Light Improvements keep them off your tail.
Headlight protection saves headlights from breakage.Comment
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