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rcmorton3

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I had to replace a broken headlight after an accident. I went ahead and did both sides but one is getting condensation and after numerous attempts I don't believe I can find the leak. I also notice that I am having a hard time seeing at night. I don't know if what I bought had the same lumens or what. I was wanting some suggestions to replace what I have that will be good quality and give me better visibility at night. I have a 2013 Ram 1500 Express. Any tips would be great!

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I posted this in electronics, but I think it fits better under this topic. Sorry for the repeat:

I had to replace a broken headlight after an accident. I went ahead and did both sides but one is getting condensation and after numerous attempts I don't believe I can find the leak. I also notice that I am having a hard time seeing at night. I don't know if what I bought had the same lumens or what. I was wanting some suggestions to replace what I have that will be good quality and give me better visibility at night. I have a 2013 Ram 1500 Express. Any tips would be great!

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I went ahead and moved this over to the proper category. Sorry about that. Moderators, feel free to delete.

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Need more info....what did you replace them with? Different housing? Bulbs?
 

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Just a question, but did you run a line of silicone all the way around the area where the clear lens connects with the housing? I did when I bought a new set of headlights and have not had one instance of condensation building up in the housing. I made sure to get in extra good where the clips are on the housing as well.
 
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I replaced the housing with something off ebay. It had bulbs in it. I got what I paid for and now need to replace the housings again since I have one leaking. I don't know much about HID/LED, etc. I don't want to do any major rewiring or anything. Just looking for a good replacement that will last and give me better visibility at night and in rain, etc.
 
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Just a question, but did you run a line of silicone all the way around the area where the clear lens connects with the housing? I did when I bought a new set of headlights and have not had one instance of condensation building up in the housing. I made sure to get in extra good where the clips are on the housing as well.

Yes, I've done this on several occasions.
 

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I've got a nice set of OEM quad headlights with bulbs ready to ship if your interested (for sale section). No issues whatsoever. I'm throwing in a set of Silvania Silverstar ZxE's to go along with them...
http://www.ramforum.com/showthread.php?p=1584148

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And your in Spartanburg, SC? If you want to come pick them up in Powdersville, SC (i85 exit 40) or meet nearby, I can make you a better deal.
PM me your number if interested and I can give you a call.

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