Hella Headlights Q ?? - Focaljet

**ese_vega** · 05-17-2008, 05:39 PM

Hello, I got my hands on this set of hella headlights, i own a zx2 but i thought this could be a very interesting small proyect to adapt them to my cars headlights housing and remove the clear plastic.
Im not even sure this will fit but anyways, do they have any issues with water ?? or anything else in the road ??

I just want some info from focus owners.

Thanks for the help.

Pics of the headlights.

Thanks

Vega

**saurin37** · 05-17-2008, 06:20 PM

If they're real Hellas (And from the pics it looks like they are, not the cheap eBay knockoffs) -- then no. You have nothing to worry about when it comes to leaks or water.

Depending on how old they are, and based on the fact that you're going to be doing some heavy modification to fit them in your ZX2, I'd recommend keeping a close eye on seams and when you're done, give any seams or gaps a good once-over with some silicone sealant.

**ese_vega** · 05-17-2008, 06:38 PM

Ok cool, thanks for the reply, and yes they are new real hella, well atleast thats what its said on the box and in front of the lenses, lol.

Im more concern about like rocks and stuff like that, i really dont want to all the work and end up with cracked lenses.

Im still thinking if i should do it or not.

Thanks so much

vega

**GapBoyPCS** · 05-17-2008, 06:51 PM

The lenses can crack. If I recall correctly, they are glass. A layer of LaminX or other stone guard clear material can help reduce cracking, but there's no real way to prevent it during daily driving.

Oh...housekeeping: Please revise your signature. We do not allow images...maximum 6 lines of text (including blank lines). It's part of our Forum Guidelines. Thanks

**ridindirtyzx3** · 05-17-2008, 06:55 PM

i think it could look really cool to do something to mod them to put em on ur zx2. and focus sport sells the lamin-x for a pretty good price that you can put over then lenses to help protect them a little more. good luck, and make sure you keep us updated on how it turns out

**ese_vega** · 05-17-2008, 07:03 PM

thanks guys !! if i do this ill keep you updated.

btw is the sig ok now ?? i dont know if its a line to big.

thanks

vega

**saurin37** · 05-17-2008, 08:32 PM

It still has an image, so no, not okay

Gotta remove that.

And x2 on the lamin-x. Go to lamin-x.com and get a set of clear films to go over the lenses, and it will protect them from cracks and scratches.

**ese_vega** · 05-17-2008, 09:28 PM

Hooo, fixed.

thanks for the help

**Azwethinkweiz** · 05-18-2008, 08:33 PM

Ive had euro-spec hellas on my car for 3 years now...No problems with the lenses getting cracked or anything, they do get pitted though.

**mpsii** · 05-19-2008, 09:34 AM

I have the hellas with no protection. Had them for a year with no cracking, no problems with water...

05-17-2008, 05:39 PM	#1
ese_vega Rookie Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 5	Hella Headlights Q ?? Hello, I got my hands on this set of hella headlights, i own a zx2 but i thought this could be a very interesting small proyect to adapt them to my cars headlights housing and remove the clear plastic. Im not even sure this will fit but anyways, do they have any issues with water ?? or anything else in the road ?? I just want some info from focus owners. Thanks for the help. Pics of the headlights. Thanks Vega __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2978557

05-17-2008, 06:20 PM	#2
saurin37 TEAM Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Buxton, ME Posts: 868	Re: Hella Headlights Q ?? If they're real Hellas (And from the pics it looks like they are, not the cheap eBay knockoffs) -- then no. You have nothing to worry about when it comes to leaks or water. Depending on how old they are, and based on the fact that you're going to be doing some heavy modification to fit them in your ZX2, I'd recommend keeping a close eye on seams and when you're done, give any seams or gaps a good once-over with some silicone sealant. __________________ Ben P :: '03 Black PZEV 2.3L ZX3 :: FocusSport Stealth Exhaust :: Bronze SES 16"s :: Cosworth CAI :: Glow

05-17-2008, 06:38 PM	#3
ese_vega Rookie Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 5	Re: Hella Headlights Q ?? Ok cool, thanks for the reply, and yes they are new real hella, well atleast thats what its said on the box and in front of the lenses, lol. Im more concern about like rocks and stuff like that, i really dont want to all the work and end up with cracked lenses. Im still thinking if i should do it or not. Thanks so much vega __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2978557

05-17-2008, 06:51 PM	#4
GapBoyPCS Moderator Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Waterloo/Toronto/GTA, Ontario, Canada Posts: 8,828	Re: Hella Headlights Q ?? The lenses can crack. If I recall correctly, they are glass. A layer of LaminX or other stone guard clear material can help reduce cracking, but there's no real way to prevent it during daily driving. Oh...housekeeping: Please revise your signature. We do not allow images...maximum 6 lines of text (including blank lines). It's part of our Forum Guidelines. Thanks __________________ Richard - 2002 ZTS \| Sangria Red \| 381,000+ km...need I say more? OFOC - Ontario Focus Owners Club \| SVTOA-Toronto \| SVTOA Redline Rendezvous On Track [FJ] focaljet - Forum & Signature Guidelines - Welcome to the Jet - Team Canada - FJ Store - Sponsors - SEARCH

05-17-2008, 06:55 PM	#5
ridindirtyzx3 TEAM Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Lebanon, PA Posts: 873	Re: Hella Headlights Q ?? i think it could look really cool to do something to mod them to put em on ur zx2. and focus sport sells the lamin-x for a pretty good price that you can put over then lenses to help protect them a little more. good luck, and make sure you keep us updated on how it turns out __________________ http://www.myspace.com/ruast8champ Mods: 17'' Enkei Evo 6 Rims, AEM CAI, OBX Header, Borla 2.25'' Exhaust, Steeda Short Shifter, Eibach Sportlines, Vis Invader Carbon Fiber Hood, 7'' In-Dash DVD Player, 12'' Kicker Sub, 1200W Sony Amp, Streetglow Gold-Line Underbody Kit (broken, but will soon be fixed), tint, and some other minor stuff

05-17-2008, 07:03 PM	#6
ese_vega Rookie Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 5	Re: Hella Headlights Q ?? thanks guys !! if i do this ill keep you updated. btw is the sig ok now ?? i dont know if its a line to big. thanks vega __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2978557

05-17-2008, 08:32 PM	#7
saurin37 TEAM Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Buxton, ME Posts: 868	Re: Hella Headlights Q ?? It still has an image, so no, not okay Gotta remove that. And x2 on the lamin-x. Go to lamin-x.com and get a set of clear films to go over the lenses, and it will protect them from cracks and scratches. __________________ Ben P :: '03 Black PZEV 2.3L ZX3 :: FocusSport Stealth Exhaust :: Bronze SES 16"s :: Cosworth CAI :: Glow

05-17-2008, 09:28 PM	#8
ese_vega Rookie Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 5	Re: Hella Headlights Q ?? Hooo, fixed. thanks for the help __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2978557

05-18-2008, 08:33 PM	#9
Azwethinkweiz Moderator Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Plattsburgh, NY Posts: 3,489	Re: Hella Headlights Q ?? Ive had euro-spec hellas on my car for 3 years now...No problems with the lenses getting cracked or anything, they do get pitted though. __________________ 2003 Ford Focus Zx3 - Too many mod's to list in 6 lines 2008 Harley Davidson Sportster 1200C 105th #6 - Just a slow hog...Yeah, right. [FJ] [ Sponsors ] [ Search ] [ Exterior How-To's ] [ Interior How-To's ] [ ax0n's FocusHacks ] [ Guidelines ] [FJ] .

05-19-2008, 09:34 AM	#10
mpsii TEAM Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Winter Garden, Florida Posts: 259	Re: Hella Headlights Q ?? I have the hellas with no protection. Had them for a year with no cracking, no problems with water... __________________ --2003 ZX5 Liquid (Dark Shadow) Grey

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