This was almost endearing to watch, knowing what happened the last time, so I was not surprised to see an ultrasonic cutter 'photobomb' the video. Certainly, I appreciate to understand the technique and approach to doing it, and why it may be a worthwhile consideration to go this route on such an expensive headlamp. Kudos to all of you! Re-enforces everything I have learned and the utmost respect and esteem to which I uphold your craft. Risk of destroying the headlamp from 1 microsecond of negligence or error > cost of an ultrasonic cutter. Great tool to have around, and it saves you + bonus points for a successful outcome!
Professionally done! Did it the same way on my wife’s x3 M40i when I blacked them out - except I used a soldering iron with an xacto blade on it to cut open the lenses. I also “plastic welded” all the way around the lenses then added the black silicon. I also sanded down the area I put the silicon on with 400 grit so the silicon had something to “grab” onto.
There's definitely nothing wrong with cutting IMO, especially if it's done as nicely as this. I'm sorry to hear that people hate on this technique, but as you clearly said, you learn that this one has its place from experience. Thanks for sharing as always!
I spent around $3600 on an F32 set of these headlights, took a similar method to chop the bulk of the lens off and then plyers to remove the last pieces (I had a new lens). You'd be surprised at how easy it all comes apart once the lens is off. I unclipped the DRL plastics and turned them into addressable DRL's, just wish SK leds were a little brighter 😞
i use same process when resealing and same sealant lol, have yet to cut open one even tho i do have an ultrasonic which mainly is used for the tail lights, very informative video.
This was almost endearing to watch, knowing what happened the last time, so I was not surprised to see an ultrasonic cutter 'photobomb' the video. Certainly, I appreciate to understand the technique and approach to doing it, and why it may be a worthwhile consideration to go this route on such an expensive headlamp. Kudos to all of you! Re-enforces everything I have learned and the utmost respect and esteem to which I uphold your craft. Risk of destroying the headlamp from 1 microsecond of negligence or error > cost of an ultrasonic cutter. Great tool to have around, and it saves you + bonus points for a successful outcome!
Professionally done! Did it the same way on my wife’s x3 M40i when I blacked them out - except I used a soldering iron with an xacto blade on it to cut open the lenses. I also “plastic welded” all the way around the lenses then added the black silicon. I also sanded down the area I put the silicon on with 400 grit so the silicon had something to “grab” onto.
This is the type of long form videos we have been waiting for ! Please keep these coming!
There's definitely nothing wrong with cutting IMO, especially if it's done as nicely as this. I'm sorry to hear that people hate on this technique, but as you clearly said, you learn that this one has its place from experience. Thanks for sharing as always!
I spent around $3600 on an F32 set of these headlights, took a similar method to chop the bulk of the lens off and then plyers to remove the last pieces (I had a new lens). You'd be surprised at how easy it all comes apart once the lens is off. I unclipped the DRL plastics and turned them into addressable DRL's, just wish SK leds were a little brighter 😞
i use same process when resealing and same sealant lol, have yet to cut open one even tho i do have an ultrasonic which mainly is used for the tail lights, very informative video.
Outstanding craftsmanship 👍
That’s clean. Good job man.
Hello what did you use to black out the chromed parts? Thank you!
We use SEM Trim Black sprayed with a paint gun.
@@LightwerkzGlobal thank you!
I need that tool
Exceptionally well done! 👍👍👍👍👍
Question, you guys fix morimoto headlights?
Sorry we do not.
I used a dremel for my housing since you can’t open the lens without risking it being seen from the outside.
Any pictures on the car now??
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If anyone can do this best it's you and Lightwerkz
Very cool.
Sometimes it's the only way. You also can't justify spending an entire day opening one side just to fail.
Варвары,она по канту отлично разбирается. Только нужны руки из нужного места...
Why dies this look like Armageddon?
Ridiculous that a friggin headlight costs $3500.
Tell us your best way to open permaseal headlights..
@@charliegc6315 With a BFH.
Huh?
@@charliegc6315
A big F hammer.
Exact cost 5300 plus 750 to 800 dollar labor charge. I was quoted this today as my car failed inspection bcoz of this. Bmw lights r crap