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Old 12-30-2015, 03:35 PM
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Hi, so I just installed some halos in my headlights and I have been making threads due to wiring issues/questions but, I have recently noticed that there is some major condensation/ moisture in my headlights. Does anybody know how I can get rid of it for cheap but without ruining the halos that are also inside? I was wondering if heat could work, with an electronic heater? Any recommendations?I really don't want to reopen them though.
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Hi, so I just installed some halos in my headlights and I have been making threads due to wiring issues/questions but, I have recently noticed that there is some major condensation/ moisture in my headlights. Does anybody know how I can get rid of it for cheap but without ruining the halos that are also inside? I was wondering if heat could work, with an electronic heater? Any recommendations?I really don't want to reopen them though.
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Hair dryer worked for me on my fog lights then I siliconed the heck out of them on all seams.
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Be careful with heat like that. If you want a quick way to dry them out, put them in the oven, 125-150 degrees.

After they're dry and cooled, silicon seal those babys up. One must ALWAYS seal up aftermarket lights.
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Make sure to check the “O” rings for the bulb holders too for good seal..
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If you're not comfortable with heat maybe something like the link below. Saw them a while ago on TRS website. Not sure how well they would work.

https://www.theretrofitsource.com/ac...l#.VoVkL188KnM
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With whatever method you use to get them dried up, make sure that afterwards you re-seal the housings. I just sealed up a set of Spec-D aftermarket last weekend and with all the rain this week, no condensation. I applied the clear RTV sealant and then let cure for about a day and half before I went and installed them on the truck. As others have already stated, look at the bulb o rings as well to make sure that they are seated correctly as well.
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Thanks, but for how long should I keep the lights in the oven then? And what exactly are the "o" rings? I will definitely seal them up!

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