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Old 02-22-2011, 01:34 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Tips for opening tail light housings?

Hey guys. I have taken apart a ton of headlights with a heat gun, but now I need to do the stock 5th gen tails and I was wondering if anyone that has done it has any tips. I tried the oven method but there are just too many corners with the tail that the lens starts to crack, so if anyone could share their secrets please do.
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I've always used the oven to take apart taillights. When doing so, don't forget to take that little screw out or else you're crack the lense. Just be real careful and take your time
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Sh*t, I didn't even look to see if there was a screw lol, maybe I'll give it another shot.
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I cracked the damn thing, I really wish that they were the same material as the headlights, it seems way thinner and fragile. Oh well, time to fine an extra set lol.
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