Hi,

i've got a problem with my re-a sleek headlight covers. i used black silicone (as recommended) to glue them on the housings, but the first time they got direct sunlight and heated up, the silicone can't hold them anymore and they are coming up. This sucks, because the paint on the bottom side of the lenses also peels off. i have to repaint them from the top side and get something else than silicone. Do you have any recommendations? I will not use screws, this looks like sh** .

regards, Ica

 

I heard windshield glue works pretty good.

 

dow corning makes silicone specifically for sealing automotive lighting systems.
if you have a crlaurence nearby, doubtful, they'll have the stuff your looking for.

http://www.dowcorning.com/content/au...tem-seals.aspx

 

i resorted to using flat head drywall screws and painting the tips gloss black.
Gave up on all the adhesives out there.
Last thing I used was Urethane.

 

windshield glue sounds like a good suggestion. any more opinions? don't want to do that a third time. thanks!!

 

For me, 3M double-sided adhesive tape (e.g. from McMaster.com) has worked for the last TEN years.

 

3M Double sided tape flew off in less than a year.( i also bought at McMaster Carr.
Ive used it in a few other applications where it didnt hold up.
But it does gets hot and humid down here.

 

Saved dow corning in fav. for when I get mine done.

Thanks phrost

 

i wouldn't even try double sided tape. theres way to much pressure on the headlight cover.

 

need more input!

 

Black Drywall Screws with sealant to keep moisture out
I will take a picture when i get home

You barelly notice them

 

I have seen his car many times and not once knew this, always thought they were glued.

 

I would do this but if you really don't want to do this, I would call Mcmaster and see what they suggest. They have lots of adhesive to choose from.