Orange indicator removal?

[Revolution]

Before we start......is there an easy way or a previous thread you can link me to the removal of them.

It was called detango'd look when i had my impreza's and you had to heat up the headlight unit, split and then remove the orange bit and reseal.

Any ideas?

Thanks in advance

[MB2]

Haven't tried it myself but a good guide here -

http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread. ... 4225#86917

Opinions seem to vary if necessary to actually remove the bumper or can just loosen it.

When I get round to the job I think I will try a sharp drill to break the orange lenses first.

[Revolution]

Looks like fun!!!

[RS6chris!]

Do you really think its work the hassle? Spliting open headlights etc etc? I think the orange looks fine.

[Revolution]

Mmm, tricky one

I reckon we might be able to get to it from the rear lampholder?

[lengster1]

Its bumper off really,the yolks might aswell be welded in,i had to chain drill them to weaken them and then use some duck bill pliers to twist and deform the cylindrical shape enough for the retaining joint to open up and let go! The force to just knock them out requires a sledge hammer and big balls! Heat the headlights up nicely in the oven to soften the lense retaining sealant and the same when rebuilding the headlight,its gets the sealant more workable and increases your chances of a 100% seal

[kay]

Sonny has had them done. I think at mrc. But I think mrc don't want to do anymore cos too much of a PITA.

[lengster1]

Cant blame them its a risky job that could end up in a bust headlight,i did mine while bumper was off for oil cooler pipe change so was halfway there anyhow,my tdi is penciled in for it over crimbo but im not so sure ......

[P_G]

Got mine changed to OEM clear indicator units I bought from fleabay when it was in for a front bumper replacement. Then sold my orange ones on fleabay for more then I bought the clear ones. Bargain!

[Doug_S2]

I would prefer to tell you how to do it than do it ourself. I think it is worth getting a a bit of heat onto the orange lens so it wants to pop out.

It is defintely worth doing - makes the car look fresher at the front. I am sure manufacturers do the orange on purpose jsut so they can do faceilfts easily in later life.

[fateddy]

Hi Ive just noticed this post and Ive got a spare set in amber in perfect condition. if you are interested in a spare set to practice on please pm me witn an offer
Regards

[steve_70]

....It was called detango'd look when i had my impreza's and you had to heat up the headlight unit, split and then remove the orange bit and reseal.

Any ideas?

Thanks in advance

Memories... the oven bake and stickyness joy of de-tangoing... I remember it well

One of my first mods I think... along with some black rings