Wayne2015 10 Posted April 15, 2015 I'll give that a go and see if it helps :) Cool Keep us posted! :thumb right: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hairyarse 10 Posted April 16, 2015 Driver's mirror looks right now Wayne! :thumbleft: Just to expand on the fog light comment, you'll often find on the back of the light unit where the missing bulb would poke through, there's a disc that you can push out which allows you to fit the missing bulb, giving you two, working rear fogs as the connections are already there. Definitely fit the upgraded loom Wayne, as mentioned it's a safer setup and your new bulbs wont make much difference on their own - I know from experience! lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 16, 2015 Driver's mirror looks right now Wayne! :thumbleft: Just to expand on the fog light comment, you'll often find on the back of the light unit where the missing bulb would poke through, there's a disc that you can push out which allows you to fit the missing bulb, giving you two, working rear fogs as the connections are already there. Definitely fit the upgraded loom Wayne, as mentioned it's a safer setup and your new bulbs wont make much difference on their own - I know from experience! lol Thanks Andy! :thumb right: I prefer the dual rear fog looks! And if its a case of just plugging in a bulb - Even WAYNE can do that! :dance: :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 16, 2015 (edited) If I knew none of my bulbs were actually blown then i wouldnt have bought new bulbs! :eek: :( Nevermind... Upgrading bulbs... Fogs (normal bulbs) Just lever it out (NO screws)! Now here the user manual AND Bentley wasnt clear. BOTH say remove TWO screws next to fog light. In fact, u have to remove FOUR screws to remove the WHOLE fog light housing! :shocked!: WD40 to ease some of the screws/holes Headlights + high beam Remove 2 screws either side + loosen (NOT remove) middle screw at bottom of hole (middle) Edited April 16, 2015 by Wayne2015 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MZpog 10 Posted April 16, 2015 Get that loom plugged in while your in there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 16, 2015 Upgraded brighter BLUE tinted high beam Upgraded brighter headlights Will test tonight to see effects! :thumb right: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 16, 2015 Get that loom plugged in while your in there. I am NOT touching that thing without u with me! ;) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 16, 2015 Just found this in the storage under steering column Any idea where it came from? Parking bulb??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 16, 2015 Ok Comparisons between old bulbs and NEW OSRAM bulbs ... OLD pic 1st, immediate followed by NEW pic ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 16, 2015 (edited) My opinion? Pics shows new bulbs a tad bit brighter. But in the driving seat they are a LOT brighter :thumb right: :dance: (Apart from fogs, as new bulbs were just standard ones NOT upgrades) But I suppose the cost of replacing all the front bulbs is much GREATER than adding a headlight upgrade loom :eek: Still New problem - my headlight alignments are now out of whack! :eek: According to manual, The very headlight securing lugs (left / right) are for adjusting vertical/horizontal movement ... ...and all mine are broken :shocked!: :( Edited April 16, 2015 by Wayne2015 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hairyarse 10 Posted April 17, 2015 That small bulb looks like the one in the central heater control knob that illuminates the panel. Just pull the knob off and you'll see a green plastic bulb holder. Ref the headlights, the top two mounts don't adjust as far as I'm aware, you've got adjusters on the back of the headlight unit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 17, 2015 That small bulb looks like the one in the central heater control knob that illuminates the panel. Just pull the knob off and you'll see a green plastic bulb holder. Ref the headlights, the top two mounts don't adjust as far as I'm aware, you've got adjusters on the back of the headlight unit. Cool Andy! The directional knob does seems to be broken - so will check behind that! Ref headlight Adjustment I ll double check the Bentley manual tonight! Whats the BEST way to check headlight alignment? Against wall at night isnt it? But how i knos its correct What about fog light alignment? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hairyarse 10 Posted April 17, 2015 That small bulb looks like the one in the central heater control knob that illuminates the panel. Just pull the knob off and you'll see a green plastic bulb holder. No, the middle one!! :thumbleft: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hairyarse 10 Posted April 17, 2015 Does Bentley manual not show you about headlight adjustment pattern? You can do against a wall no problem, or Google for general tips. Otherwise, your friendly MOT man may help ;) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 17, 2015 No, the middle one!! :thumbleft: Oh :bonk: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 17, 2015 Does Bentley manual not show you about headlight adjustment pattern? You can do against a wall no problem, or Google for general tips. Otherwise, your friendly MOT man may help ;) I remembered the manual said (right screw for horizontal adjust, left screw for vertical adjust and a back screw for something else ...)?? But i probably remembered it wrong! :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 17, 2015 Noticed my front lights are GLASS and indicators are PLASTIC So may give this a go ... From Detailing World: http://www.autopia.org/forums/the-detail-institute-presented-by-autopia-carcare-com/41903-autopia-guide-headlight-restoration.html Not a fan of machinery polishers, but will see how long my elbows (or weak heart) will last! :eek: :shocked!: Well Decided against sandpaper/machine polish... NOT brave enough :eek: :shocked!: :( So gave lights a clean detail ... Not sure it made any difference by hand??? :eek: Wash Clay IPA Gtechniq G4 Nanotech Glass Polish AngelWax H2GO rain repellant x2 coats Gave new wing mirrors a quick clean/rain-repellant too! :lol: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Bowen 1 Posted April 17, 2015 I started to sandpaper some fog light lenses but didn't really make much difference. Am thinking i will try it on one of those polishing wheels people mount on a bench. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 17, 2015 I started to sandpaper some fog light lenses but didn't really make much difference. Am thinking i will try it on one of those polishing wheels people mount on a bench. Yes Apparently u REALLY need a LOT of elbow grease! Even then, some people say they had to DA polish TWICE to clean up! So persevere, buddy! :thumbleft: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Etino 10 Posted April 17, 2015 (edited) I remembered the manual said (right screw for horizontal adjust, left screw for vertical adjust and a back screw for something else ...)?? But i probably remembered it wrong! :lol: Screw on the back is a mounting screw, only adjustments goes via the big white knob for height, and the gear-ish screw for horizontal adjustments. Corrado's with electronic height adjustment, have a motor instead of a knob, but have a large brown sprocket on the back of the motor which is also for adjustments. Edited April 17, 2015 by Etino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 17, 2015 Screw on the back is a mounting screw, only adjustments goes via the big white knob for height, and the gear-ish screw for horizontal adjustments. Corrado's with electronic height adjustment, have a motor instead of a knob, but have a large brown sprocket on the back of the motor which is also for adjustments. Thanks! I will check! Which Corrado s had electronic adjustment? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Etino 10 Posted April 17, 2015 (edited) Thanks! I will check! Which Corrado s had electronic adjustment? Optional, and I believe quite rare, don't know if they are more common in the VR6. Adjustments work via a turning knob, next to your headlight switch. Shown here: [ATTACH=CONFIG]81337[/ATTACH] By the way, just a warning, if you disassemble your headlamps, don't try to get the white knobs out if you don't have to! I disassembled 2 headlamps with them, and both cracked while trying to pry them out with my fingers. Edited April 17, 2015 by Etino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 17, 2015 Optional, and I believe quite rare, don't know if they are more common in the VR6. Adjustments work via a turning knob, next to your headlight switch. Shown here: [ATTACH=CONFIG]81337[/ATTACH] By the way, just a warning, if you disassemble your headlamps, don't try to get the white knobs out if you don't have to! I disassembled 2 headlamps with them, and both cracked while trying to pry them out with my fingers. I don't think mine s got that :( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne2015 10 Posted April 17, 2015 I remembered the manual said (right screw for horizontal adjust, left screw for vertical adjust and a back screw for something else ...)?? But i probably remembered it wrong! :lol: Ok My mistake! :bonk: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Etino 10 Posted April 17, 2015 I don't think mine s got that :( To be honest, it isn't the most useful option, got the electronic height adjustment option on my Corrado and Golf Mk3, but I actually never use it Which options do you got on the C? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
