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Old Jan 16, 2023 | 03:01 AM
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Headlight crack fix?

Hey guys,

Just finally got my hands on a V8V. It's been a dream and so excited but lost of things to fix for me is long. Fixing the headlight is on the top of the list to stop by and wet stuff being in there.

Headlight is cracked right on the front edge (pictured) and just looking for a good way to seal it back up. It's not that visually noticeable - more to keep excess moisture out.

I'm looking at epoxy glue but epoxy yellows with UV exposure. Any ideas?

Thanks!

Crack along bottom edge
 
Old Jan 16, 2023 | 03:26 AM
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I'd stay away from glue since often it'll result in area's well sealed but leaving dull white marks. Why not have them clear-wrapped in a headlight film?

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I'd stay away from glue since often it'll result in area's well sealed but leaving dull white marks. Why not have them clear-wrapped in a headlight film?

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Thank you! Pretty stoked!

I will most likely be ppf-ing both lights but I wanted to give the headlight some strength at the crack so it doesn't crack any further.

I think usually the white discoloration with glue is to do with the vapours of fast drying glues- epoxy shouldn't do that though!

 
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