[Shotimes] separating lenses from lamp housings

[Herman Anker]

joseph...u are into my territory... lamp fixes... So u are heating up the butyl rubber to make lens come off???

Any pictures to share?? I have always wondered if those taurus headligt really have a reflector. And if so, does it really have a mirror finish???
I dont know kind of mod u are working on, but if u plan to inseert LEDs in tails, I have tons of info for u

BTW,

Jim, the 3rd brakelight can probably be separated the same way if it is glued together with butyl rubber. LEDs normally can't take much heat. Its a semiconductor and is easy to toast. More than 125 degrees celsius and they are all partially or permanently gone!


van Oss wrote:

> Not sure if anybody wants to know this...
>
> For a custom project I am developing, I have been experimenting with
> removing Gen2 tail-lamp lenses from lamp housings.  It's a matter of using
> heat to soften the sealant/glue.  I'm getting consistently good results with
> the following process.  The trick is to use a low temp and let it sit in the
> oven long enough to absorb the heat slowly.
>
> 1. Set oven to 210 F.
> 2. When oven reaches temp, turn it off and insert lamp.  Set timer for 20
> minutes.
> 3. Remove from oven (will be warm to touch).
> 4. Use a flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry the lens away from the
> housing.  Relax and take it easy; the glue will remain soft for several
> minutes.  Begin at the lower inboard corner, and work your way along the
> bottom seam about a foot or so.  Then flip the lamp and, again starting from
> the inboard end, work your way along the top seam.  Be especially gentle and
> careful as you work your way around the curve to the side reflector.
>
> The lamp is easier to reassemble if you get the old glue off both pieces.
> Most of it will be on the housing.  It may be easier to remove the glue if
> you follow the same heating procedure to warm it again.
>
> Joseph van Oss
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