TWeatherford
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Last night I installed all new headlights on my 97. Figured I'd post it here since its the same as 92-94 IDIs. I replaced the grille, the chrome headlight surround pieces, and all three lenses on both sides. I got the parts on ebay from two different sellers.
First problem is adjusting the headlights themselves. I wasn't able to get them to aim very far in front, especially on high beams, just because I ran out of travel on the adjusters. The light pattern is really spotty as well.
Then when I went to assemble the headlight surround, turn and parking lamp assembly. I had to break out the dremel to take off some high spots that may have been there for molding or something. None of the screw holes really lined up, but I was able to force them. Then, after installing the assembly, the whole thing doesn't line up properly.
I'm hoping the sellers will let me return them, or do a refund. We'll see.
Where have you all gotten replacement headlights? How was the fit and finish? I won't go to Ford, because that would be over $500 for both sides. Parts yards around here never have them. If they did I would just buy some OEM used ones and recondition them as necessary.
Here's some pictures.
First problem is adjusting the headlights themselves. I wasn't able to get them to aim very far in front, especially on high beams, just because I ran out of travel on the adjusters. The light pattern is really spotty as well.
Then when I went to assemble the headlight surround, turn and parking lamp assembly. I had to break out the dremel to take off some high spots that may have been there for molding or something. None of the screw holes really lined up, but I was able to force them. Then, after installing the assembly, the whole thing doesn't line up properly.
I'm hoping the sellers will let me return them, or do a refund. We'll see.
Where have you all gotten replacement headlights? How was the fit and finish? I won't go to Ford, because that would be over $500 for both sides. Parts yards around here never have them. If they did I would just buy some OEM used ones and recondition them as necessary.
Here's some pictures.
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