budget SVT headlight replacements - Focaljet

**RUN_ZX3** · 06-29-2008, 07:17 PM

I need some new stock SVT style headlamps. From what I hear the TYC headlamps are pretty good but they are more than 2x the cost of some of the other brands. I figure that I can expect to not have as many issues with an OEM style light from e-bay as the people who buy projectors and such.

Has anyone had any experience with any of non-OEM stock style replacements?

I just want something that fits good and doesn't fog up.

These are the ones I am curious about.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/FORD-FOCUS-00-03-EURO-CLEAR-BLACK-HOUSING-HEADLIGHTS_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33710QQihZ02 3QQitemZ360064982918QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW

**o2_designs** · 06-29-2008, 07:24 PM

Fogging up ain't a problem. Typically, you can add sealer to prevent that.
I always prefer auth Ford lights. My old set of ST170's have had alot of problems with the clear peeling off. And some other Jetters had the same problem. Typically, unless you get a good deal with OEM ones, you get what you pay for...

If you need another set, maybe wait until a set come up for sale, or buy a Regular set and crack them open and paint gloss black like SVT's.

**kyle** · 06-29-2008, 08:00 PM

+1 on just getting the regular ones and painting them. its cheaper. im considering it as i need new ones as well.

**RUN_ZX3** · 06-29-2008, 09:23 PM

I had a spare set I was going to paint. I don't have the time or patience for it so I sold them. At this point that is not an option I am considering.

**kyle** · 06-29-2008, 10:08 PM

actually call steve @ tousley ford. i dont remember the actual dollar ... but i had asked about svt lights from him and for BNIB they were a pretty reasonable price

**RUN_ZX3** · 07-01-2008, 01:36 PM

I ordered a new set of TYC black lights for a really good price.

**Z63R** · 07-01-2008, 01:45 PM

That's a lot less than I though they'd be, but then again, I haven't really purchased anything from Ebay. Ever.

That'll change, I'm sure, as time goes by. :-)~

For example, I have authentic Ford Focus ST170 headlights (with the charcoal surround) in the car now; if anything should happen to one or both and I can't get hold of another pair right away, I'd more than likely be willing to purchase the black, imitation ST170s that others here have used in their cars.

Anyhoo...

Your car will look even better, Eric, with those new lights installed. Miles loved it.

**o2_designs** · 07-01-2008, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z63R

That's a lot less than I though they'd be, but then again, I haven't really purchased anything from Ebay. Ever.

That'll change, I'm sure, as time goes by. :-)~

For example, I have authentic Ford Focus ST170 headlights (with the charcoal surround) in the car now; if anything should happen to one or both and I can't get hold of another pair right away, I'd more than likely be willing to purchase the black, imitation ST170s that others here have used in their cars.

Anyhoo...

Your car will look even better, Eric, with those new lights installed. Miles loved it.

Those imitation black housing ST170's are the ones that I don't recommend...The lenses are poop on them...

06-29-2008, 07:24 PM	#2
o2_designs Resident Wheel-Whore Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Rochester MN Posts: 9,254	Re: budget SVT headlight replacements Fogging up ain't a problem. Typically, you can add sealer to prevent that. I always prefer auth Ford lights. My old set of ST170's have had alot of problems with the clear peeling off. And some other Jetters had the same problem. Typically, unless you get a good deal with OEM ones, you get what you pay for... If you need another set, maybe wait until a set come up for sale, or buy a Regular set and crack them open and paint gloss black like SVT's. __________________ *~~Boost Crew supports single mothers~~* *_/ ResidentWheel-Whore\_* 'Bone Stock'2002 TwilightBlue ZX3-Neglect has led to a nasty whine from under tha rusty hood. (CHROMED) STS Prep'd 2001 Pitch Black 5spd Wagon-(666-STFU) "Your mom has an SVT bumper..."-Pappy, 2008 --No longer allowed access to FJ 'For Sale' Forums. Has a uncontrollable urge to buy stuff I don't need--

06-29-2008, 08:00 PM	#3
kyle TEAM Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 729	Re: budget SVT headlight replacements +1 on just getting the regular ones and painting them. its cheaper. im considering it as i need new ones as well.

06-29-2008, 10:08 PM	#5
kyle TEAM Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 729	Re: budget SVT headlight replacements actually call steve @ tousley ford. i dont remember the actual dollar ... but i had asked about svt lights from him and for BNIB they were a pretty reasonable price

07-01-2008, 01:45 PM	#7
Z63R Official [FJ] Distinguished Advisor Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 19,791	Re: budget SVT headlight replacements That's a lot less than I though they'd be, but then again, I haven't really purchased anything from Ebay. Ever. That'll change, I'm sure, as time goes by. :-)~ For example, I have authentic Ford Focus ST170 headlights (with the charcoal surround) in the car now; if anything should happen to one or both and I can't get hold of another pair right away, I'd more than likely be willing to purchase the black, imitation ST170s that others here have used in their cars. Anyhoo... Your car will look even better, Eric, with those new lights installed. Miles loved it. __________________ . Vacuum Vulture Racing - We've got it down to a science. "SCIENCE. It works, bitches!" 2.3 Duratec ZX3 + some bits

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