headlight replacement options

[richs fishes]

So since I got my 08 Expy the headlights have been less than perfect. They're not cloudy the way I see on so many other cars. This looks more like crazing on the inside of the clear plastic. On top of that there is now moisture inside of my passenger headlight so it looks like I might be on the hunt for replacements.

Anyone know of some decent replacement options that wont break the bank? Are there any brands to avoid altogether?

 

[Dustin Gebhardt]

Following. My 07 headlights need replacement too.

 

[richs fishes]

So far all my research leads to the Anzo brand for an aftermarket replacement or the no name ones being sold on Ebay. Hoping to hear from anyone who has any experience with either!

 

[Frank Wilson]

The ones on my 07 are bad too.

 

[ManUpOrShutUp]

So far all my research leads to the Anzo brand for an aftermarket replacement or the no name ones being sold on Ebay. Hoping to hear from anyone who has any experience with either!

Go for the generics. The same manufacturer makes the generics as the Anzos. The same goes for Spyder. Pick whichever you like the look of better (Anzo/Spyder) and then get the generic off eBay. If you buy tonight, I think the 8% eBay Bucks promo is still going. Whichever you get, I would recommend opening them up and resealing them yourself as these cheap headlights rarely come properly sealed from the factory.

 

[jeff kushner]

Go for the generics. The same manufacturer makes the generics as the Anzos. The same goes for Spyder. Pick whichever you like the look of better (Anzo/Spyder) and then get the generic off eBay. If you buy tonight, I think the 8% eBay Bucks promo is still going. Whichever you get, I would recommend opening them up and resealing them yourself as these cheap headlights rarely come properly sealed from the factory.

Now there's a guy who knows how to stretch his dollars! My Kerry, the teacher tells me all the time "It's frugal, not cheap"...God bless her!


jeff

 

[richs fishes]

The ones on my 07 are bad too.

I wish mine looked that good!

Go for the generics. The same manufacturer makes the generics as the Anzos. The same goes for Spyder. Pick whichever you like the look of better (Anzo/Spyder) and then get the generic off eBay. If you buy tonight, I think the 8% eBay Bucks promo is still going. Whichever you get, I would recommend opening them up and resealing them yourself as these cheap headlights rarely come properly sealed from the factory.

Good advice. Thanks! Any tips on opening them up properly/easily? Re-seal with something basic like silicone or is there a better choice?

 

[ManUpOrShutUp]

Good advice. Thanks! Any tips on opening them up properly/easily? Re-seal with something basic like silicone or is there a better choice?

Some type of butyl sealant is what's usually recommended. The Retrofit Source (Morimoto) makes one. https://www.amazon.com/RetroRubber-Grade-Butyl-Headlight-Sealant/dp/B01N5PM29J You can buy it on their website also.

 

[Jozef Zoldos]

I too am hoping to change my headlights. I looked into resealing. There are 2 methods:

- 1 method involves simply applying a bead of silicone at the lens-housing junction -
- the second method involves lens removal and application of the butyl sealant -


Any specific recommendations of what people recommend for "resealing"?

Thanks

 

[Anchorclanker]

I went with the generics on my 08. They look 100% better than the cloudy cracked stock units I had. One word of caution. The "keyway" slots for the bulb housing is a little sloppy. I found that I could put the bulb in the opposite way and this made my highbeams point down!

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[Tom Aldridge]

If you are going for aftermarket, you might check to see if DEPO brand is available for 3rd gen Expy. I've purchased that aftermarket brand for several vehicles over the years and have been quite satisfied. None of them required resealing, the adjuster mechanism wasn't the flimsy stuff that is seen on many of the generics.

I bought a pair for my 2nd gen Expy last year and they were a perfect match for the factory housings, including the adjuster. Somebody backed into the driver front corner a few months ago and caught the bumper and headlight. It left a scuff on the light that buffed out quickly without taking the coating off....wish the bumper fared as well...

I've had a pair on my 06 GMC 2500HD (stock denali w/projectors) for the past 6 years, outside in the weather at all times, and they're as clear as the day I bought them without any maintenance other than washing.