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Hella Euro Lens Separation
I recently noticed condensation inside my Euro (124) headlights after a carwash or rain. Upon further inspection I discovered that the glass lens had literally separated from the unit. (pic below)
I scraped out the old caulk/sealant and re-caulked them. Time spent .. 2-3 hrs. I've had these Hellas for 3 years or so and having paid $400+ for the pair I'm obviously disappointed in the low quality. The TX heat may be a factor but if you have a pair of these Hellas, give a look before your lenses fall off! Good Luck
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think its the heat
I think you are right about the tx heat. I have the same and they've lastest 10 years except for the one that got a stone through it. Might be an idea to smear grease on the rubber seals before closing them up ?
K
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You would think those Germans would make them with the highest standard, but I guess you get the same quality as the guy making them in Taiwan. I have Depo's myself.
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I just recently bought Hellas - but they have an inner black seal and are held in place by 6 metal clips - current pricing for the 126 was $212 shipping in.
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Are you sure you have real Hella lights? Do they say that they are made in Germany?
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Yes 100%
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Side note - PIA to adjust correctly
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oasis:where did you get the Depo in Toronto?
online or from toronto store?
Thinking of getting a set of cheaper Depo in Asia while visiting?
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240cdn shipped from vancouver.
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87' 300E champagne - Euro headlights and corners, 8-hole rims, 140,000miles/220,00km. |
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i had a pair of 500e HELLA euro lights, the drivers side lens did the same exact thing. i think the lenses were just assembled in a hurry and the sealant failed. it ain't just you this has happened to. we've ALL heard a lot more neg about depo lights
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That sucks. Plain and simple. I never herd of this before. Btw I heard that Hella Germany is no longer producing the 500e head light. Ayone know when they stopped?
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