E86 Headlights

[Ed Doe]

Evening all,

I've been nursing a significant condensation issue in my OSF headlight, which has got to the point that the halos now don't work. Can anyone recommend any decent places to purchase replacements?

As a side note is it actually possible to dry them out and get them working again or is it generally that once they're knackered that's it?

 

[RedLine]

Sounds like the rear cover hasn't been put back on correctly.

It's accessible from the wheel arch but a great deal easier with the wheel off. I found the Offside a dog to put back on.
It's quite possible moisture has caused the bulb to blow. It might take a while to dry out but could be speeded up with a hairdryer. To take the unit out I believe you have to take the whole front off.
When putting the cover back make sure it's all clean and ensure its seated properly. There's probably something you can put on to help it seal.

 

[Stu1571]

A film of vaseline on the seal.