Headlight question for a 1997 Dodge Ram 3500 please

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HVAC fella - 05 Apr 2005 23:28 GMT

Just bought this , and both headlight lenses look 'cloudy' inside ; im
wondering if they are frosted from the factory like this, or, if they
are messed up ? The parking light lense which is part of the headlight
assembly is crystal clear.

Lastly, has anyone successfully removed the headlight lense (only) for
cleaning
?

Thanks, Dave

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TBone - 06 Apr 2005 00:03 GMT

The lenses should be clear.

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> Just bought this , and both headlight lenses look 'cloudy' inside ; im
> wondering if they are frosted from the factory like this, or, if they
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>
> Thanks, Dave

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Howdy Friend - 06 Apr 2005 02:51 GMT

Thanks much. Do u think its possible to get just the lense off for
cleaning ? If so, how would you suggest ?

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TBone - 06 Apr 2005 07:20 GMT

> Thanks much. Do u think its possible to get just the lense off for
> cleaning ? If so, how would you suggest ?

I suppose that it could be done since it was a separate piece when created
but I honestly have no idea how to separate it from the housing without
damaging it. Chances are that it will require more than just cleaning and
then there is the problem of properly re-attaching it back to the housing
and making it water tight. I would check to make sure that your "foggy"
look is not from water vapor inside the housing and if not, try polishing
the outside of the lens with a plastic polish like the stuff they use on
convertible plastic windows.

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LJB - 07 Apr 2005 16:01 GMT

> Just bought this , and both headlight lenses look 'cloudy' inside ; im
> wondering if they are frosted from the factory like this, or, if they
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> Thanks, Dave

I don't believe they were like that new. I have the identical problem
on my '96 Ram 2500. They are plastic and I think either UV or heat is
the problem with the headlight. I had to replace a headlight lens on my
Interpid, $60.00 CDN from a jobber ($200+ from a dealer) but it was
clearer than the old one. I don't think removing the lens for cleaning
will be successful. I am going to look into the cost of new lights
because they are getting pretty dim for night driving and I work
midnights. LJB

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Flakey714@aol.com - 07 Apr 2005 17:28 GMT

how many names does Dave (HVAC fella, itisdave, daveinillinois,
filthpolice, DNandB, MsMaryPoppins, fast1970vette, daveinlakevilla,
decencyadvocate, hellofriend, advicegiver4U) use while trying to hide
his real identity as a potential child molester and uneducated fundy
moron...

You tell me after group Googling any of these listed

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Steve@carolinabreezehvac.com - 11 Apr 2005 14:56 GMT

> Just bought this , and both headlight lenses look 'cloudy' inside ; im
> wondering if they are frosted from the factory like this, or, if they
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>
> Thanks, Dave

Go ask your friendly dealership you child molesting pervert.

Hows your kid doing Dave?

Oh..thats right...we can add murderer to your list as well.

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