Is this headlight gear too far gone?
01-05-2014, 02:50 PM
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Is this headlight gear too far gone?
Don't wanna waste 20 bucks if there's life left in the part...
I'm guessing it's trash?
01-05-2014, 03:41 PM
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Re: Is this headlight gear too far gone?
if it has a groove like that i wouldnt reuse it. a new gear with proper lubrication is well worth the investment IMO
01-05-2014, 05:59 PM
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Re: Is this headlight gear too far gone?
It MAY still work but its going to probably have a dead spot in it. I would replace it being that you have it all apart. If you want a good condition used one PM me..
01-05-2014, 08:55 PM
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Re: Is this headlight gear too far gone?
If you have the budget, upgrade to the brass gear kit, or at least the aluminum gear kit. They are a great upgrade and last a lot longer then the plastic one. Aluminum is 40.00-50.00 and the brass is 50.00-60.00 each. Fix it once.
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Re: Is this headlight gear too far gone?
I agree with getting the brass one and be done with it.
01-08-2014, 01:42 PM
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Re: Is this headlight gear too far gone?
You can fix it!
I just refurbished the Trunk Pull Down Gear in my car, the gear looked a lot like yours. Just get some Crazy Glue and baking soda to fill the damaged area and then file de groves, it'll be really strong. $3 fix.
I just refurbished the Trunk Pull Down Gear in my car, the gear looked a lot like yours. Just get some Crazy Glue and baking soda to fill the damaged area and then file de groves, it'll be really strong. $3 fix.
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01-08-2014, 08:24 PM
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Re: Is this headlight gear too far gone?
Even easier fix, just clock it 180* and be done with it for free. They only spin less than 180*. You've only worn out one side. Flip it around and keep using it until you can upgrade to the metal gear.
01-08-2014, 08:56 PM
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That's kinda what I had anticipated, but ice already got the new parts ordered.. Oh well, I'll keep the old one just in case, I guess...
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