FtsTexx Posted March 19, 2016 Share Posted March 19, 2016 So I took pics of the process of baking and painting my headlights. I was thinking a write up would be helpful to anyone who has been thinking of doing this too! Jade - My Legacy Build Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FtsTexx Posted March 19, 2016 Author Share Posted March 19, 2016 First things first. Here's what you'll need. -10mm socket to remove the assembly from your Legacy -Pry tool (butter knife, flat head, putty knife etc.) -Phillips Screwdriver/ drill bit -Masking tape/ blue painters tape -A big enough oven [emoji28] -Foil lined cookie sheet -Adhesive to reseal the assembly http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/0f3c8571b9c68d821a00be530ce2096a.jpg -Removal- Remove the headlights from your Legacy, two bolts in front, one up top on the fender. All 3 should be 10mm. Pull from the fender first to unhook from the tab. Then wiggle em out making sure not to damage the headlight or your paint! http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/e996fb48cb12d2c09fea69f9ac71904b.jpg -Baking- Set your oven to 220. As it preheats take out the 5 screws from the back of the housing, and remove the white hook from the bottom (2 screws.) Remove the bulbs and rubber gasket from the main bulb. Put tape over each bulbs hole. Place the prepped assembly on a foil lined cookie sheet. Make sure to move the oven racks around to fit the assembly easily. I baked for 8 minutes at 220° F. It's gonna be hot, so Glove Up! http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/cd4753baf486187894d6f1fdae41de61.jpg -Open the Assembly- Use a small tool to pry the lens from the housing. I used an old butter knife and flathead screwdriver. Once you get it open a bit. Stick your fingers in and gently pull it apart. Note the tabs that hold the lens on and be gentle The glue is pretty messy so keep it off the lens as best as you can! http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/d8c8c2b83057f2970e6d59a7ec94f2d7.jpg -Amber Delete- There are 3 small screws that hold the bezel to the lens. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/f7c62d7605a0e1eb1a8ece9c71628a0d.jpg Remove these to access the Amber Relector. It's simple to remove, just pull with your fingers, or pry with a clean small tool. It pops right out no problem! http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/ee7f7100a1b705a7791fd68feab386b0.jpg -Painting- I chose to paint this part of the relector to help tie it in with the bezel that I painted black too. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/3fbc31cfbf39918685792d2a7d300058.jpg http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/a8a7f535d49666b4bf56a02ecc7b0d09.jpg -Reseal- Make sure to preheat oven to 220° when your ready to Reseal. After you've fished painting/ removing the reflector, gently ease the bezel into the lens and secure it with the 3 screws. Apply a bead of adhesive to the housings inner seal. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160320/b91c2df1ebcdfd69a3147ae739f8d813.jpg I used Clear RTV Silicone Adhesive Sealant. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/57c75c2e040fe1fcb6760f5d8e6c0c6d.jpg Lightly press the lens and housing together but not fully. Place in the oven for 3-5 minutes (at 220°) to get the headlights original adhesive nice and tacky. Pull it out and start pressing it back into place. If needed, apply tape to help keep pressure between the lens and housing. Secure it back together with the 5 screws you removed earlier, and replace the 2 screws that hold the hook to the bottom of the assembly. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160319/3e6046eb6067c2402121eebec83ae1b8.jpg To ensure that no moisture would get into the assembly, I applied a small bead of silicone to the seal all the way around the headlight. "Finger" or press the silicone into the seam to seal it up. (So far, so good. Just washed it today and no moisture made its way in to fog up the lens. [emoji1] ) http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160320/31b8640e31d11a4f592a097c9ed68cb7.jpg http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160320/92daef979d4781f473690794541f6f84.jpg Jade - My Legacy Build Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FtsTexx Posted March 20, 2016 Author Share Posted March 20, 2016 It's not a perfect tutorial, so please ask if you have any questions!! Jade - My Legacy Build Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumbleRumble Posted October 19, 2016 Share Posted October 19, 2016 I just did mine today I'll post some pics when it's all done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara32013 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 This is awesome! I bought a set off of eBay that already have the black housing but I'm interested in removing the orange reflector. Thanks a ton for this, will be doing it in the near future! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara32013 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Also your car looks pretty good with those Crosstrek wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumbleRumble Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 I have cheap eBay lights. I didn't break anything. I suggest not using a screwdriver to pry and watch the brackets cause when they are warm there soft. Try pulling from right side of the head light ("inside") and where the bulbs go in. Put it back for 6-10m if it's been out for 2mins. It took me two or three goes. Hair dryer works good if the reflector doesn't wana pop out. I used 3m weather stripping adhesive on the inside and black rvt gasket maker on the outside. Just gotta pray it doesn't leak or condensate. I also added my eye lids I just picked up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara32013 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 I have cheap eBay lights. I didn't break anything. I suggest not using a screwdriver to pry. and watch the brackets cause when they are warn there soft. Try pulling from right side of the head light ("inside") and where the bulbs go in. Put it back for 6-10m if it's been out for 2mins. It took me two or three goes. Hair dryer works good if the reflector doesn't wana pop out. I used 3m weather stripping adhesive on the inside and black rvt gasket maker on the outside. Just gotta pray it doesn't leak or condensate Thanks for the info Rumble, mine look similar to that but mine just use the single bulb. I think the company I bought mine from also make lights like that.. perhaps the same company? Lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumbleRumble Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Base models and L trims use the single bulb. GT and outbacks used dual beam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sara32013 Posted October 20, 2016 Share Posted October 20, 2016 Base models and L trims use the single bulb. GT and outbacks used dual beam. I knew the Outbacks used the dual beam, but I wasn't sure about the GT. Why did they do that? It seems like it would be a pain. If you want to upgrade bulbs you have to buy 4 instead of 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumbleRumble Posted October 21, 2016 Share Posted October 21, 2016 I mean dual beam has high and low have separate bulb. My high beams are stock cause I barely use them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RumbleRumble Posted November 7, 2016 Share Posted November 7, 2016 My head light started condensing. Time to reseal it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rougeben83 Posted November 8, 2016 Share Posted November 8, 2016 http://sl-i.net/FORUM/showthread.php?10316-DIY-BE-BH-Headlight-disassembly-amp-FX35-HID-retrofit-(PICS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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