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Old Dec 26, 2015 | 04:18 PM
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I recently replaced my AP2 tail lights because my original ones had some "teardrop" condensation inside the lens. I attached some pictures using the tiny pic url for the driver and passenger side tails. How can I remove and clean up the lens from the inside? I know this might end up becoming a nerve-racking project since I've read that disassembling the tail lights is a pain and lenses can crack easily. I really need some guidance on how to go about this and I appreciate any thoughts or comments. Thanks guys.


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http://oi66.tinypic.com/2wh348x.jpg

http://tinypic.com/r/2vcgtgw/9
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Old Dec 26, 2015 | 05:47 PM
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Old Dec 27, 2015 | 09:46 AM
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Thanks for the link! I'm just trying to figure out how to pour the windex inside and then empty it out. Any ideas?
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Old Dec 27, 2015 | 10:50 AM
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Replace the foam gasket in between the tail light and the car's body. Then either use a heat gun or bake the tail light
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Old Dec 27, 2015 | 10:54 AM
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Funny thing is that the foam gasket was never sealed completely. Haha. I was able to take it off without heating the tail light. I poured windex and it worked wonderfully. Now I'm waiting for them to dry out in the sun. Also now I have an extra set of ap2 tails lol. Should've tried before buying. ..
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Old Dec 27, 2015 | 10:59 AM
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http://postimg.org/image/a0xsq8h81/

There is the picture. Wondering what I can do to prevent this next time or I might end up having to do this occasionally.
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Old Jan 7, 2016 | 09:40 PM
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Originally Posted by johngamez10
Funny thing is that the foam gasket was never sealed completely. Haha. I was able to take it off without heating the tail light. I poured windex and it worked wonderfully. Now I'm waiting for them to dry out in the sun. Also now I have an extra set of ap2 tails lol. Should've tried before buying. ..
Wanna sell your extra set? If so, pm me
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