streaky Posted July 11, 2012 Author Share Posted July 11, 2012 never thought of changing bulbs in rear for detangoed It's next on my list, along with the side indicators.Also, how can you possibly post an update without pictures, criminal. I know - shocking! unfortunately my falts now been filled with high chairs, strollers, pushchairs and various other baby related crap, i had to keep them all at the inlaws! Pics will come once i get them painted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streaky Posted January 14, 2013 Author Share Posted January 14, 2013 Blimey - been a while since an update. Still not got around ot painting the VTI-S kit or spoiler or even the grill! Moneys tight and I can't justify the cash right now, although I am tempted to get my rattlecans out and see how good a finish I can get myself.... I need to get in the garage and pull my finger out to sort out the rest of my bits! Anyway - a minor update. Headlight bulb went last week and I finally decided I should overhaul my headlights (another job i've been putting off!) No "in progress" shots I am afraid but a couple of comparison shots.Old on the car and new about to go on. New one in - still needs a polish though. Both in, need to adjust the bumper bar on the passenger side very slightly as the clearance is a bit off but you get the idea.For those interested, after removing the screws and using the oven to soften the sealant I pulled apart a pair of OEM headlights. I de-tangoed them by dismantling the headlight, removing the "orange" filter over the indicator and using silvertec indicators in place of the old plain ones. (Silver bulbs, flash orange) I painted the housing in gloss black - 2 coats of primer and 3 coats of colour - came out quite well but feasably you could paint them any colour. I then cleaned everything and reassembled (with help of the oven again) and then ran a fine bead of clear sealant around the joins just to help ensure the condensation doesn't get in. I also replaced all the bulbs whilst I was at it for new LED sidelights, silvatec indicators and Nightbreaker main beams. Updates the front end quite nicely IMO!I'll be updating again when I get around to cleaning and painting the other parts currently gathering dust! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Same burgendy (RON) as my first and best Aerodeck loved that car, this is a tidy example i like it keep on with the good work mate . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilkesyMB6 Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 The lights make such a difference, I remember when I first fitted mine. The old ones look quite milky don't they. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIKH25 Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
streaky Posted February 7, 2013 Author Share Posted February 7, 2013 Little update. Was in desperate need for some new boots so picked these up - some recently refurbed OEM Speedlines with decent tyres for a very good price Still smaller than I would like but 4x114 seems to be the most awkward size to find decent second hand wheels in! I WILL get round to doing the VTI-S kit soon, I promise. But looks like going to need to replace all 4 brakes first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krzys Posted February 7, 2013 Share Posted February 7, 2013 Little update. Was in desperate need for some new boots so picked these up - some recently refurbed OEM Speedlines with decent tyres for a very good price Still smaller than I would like but 4x114 seems to be the most awkward size to find decent second hand wheels in! I WILL get round to doing the VTI-S kit soon, I promise. But looks like going to need to replace all 4 brakes first.Looks smart! That's the thing with cars, always something that needs doing! But for the time that you get where everything is perfect and you can give it a good thrash.....bliss! Are you sticking with those alloys or did you have something else in mind? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIKH25 Posted February 7, 2013 Share Posted February 7, 2013 chronos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knight Posted February 7, 2013 Share Posted February 7, 2013 Nice rims love the colour! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fyfie5 Posted February 7, 2013 Share Posted February 7, 2013 they looks very nice against this colour! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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