headlight ring removal

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billybud

Member
it's a real pain in the ass to remove the inner ring ... outer ring was easy with the double side tape trick . but the inner is not easy to remove ... i try it to punch with a screwdriver .... real shit !!!
 

garyb69

Active Member
I had to remove mine a few weeks back, took me forever and when i did eventually get it out it had split so wouldn't go back in again. I used 2 allen keys and put them in opposite holes to turn it, it really is a pain in the ass though.
 

bruce

Active Member
I had to soak with a penetrating oil for a wait and then i was able to get off, you did remove the small set screw or in some cases screws on under side.
 

chacha

Chaff Your EHC!!
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Some have built a three pin jig to rotate it. I'd use a small punch, put it in one of the holes and side tap it around to get it started. The key to easier access next time is to use anti-seize when it goes back on.
 

billybud

Member
i've put some penetrating oïl and let it go for the night ..... but my lens is cracked in the middle .. i hope i can buy the lens only ... real pain in the assss
 

JWScarab

Active Member
Using 2 torx tip screwdrivers - with the torx small enough to fit in the holes. One hand on each and you can get pretty decent leverage.
 

demon dog

Active Member
you can also get someone to push in on the headlight itself while tapping the ring with a small pointed punch/hammer. remember; righty tighty lefty loosey
 
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