Condensation/Moisture

Tim_GTi · Post by **Tim_GTi** » Fri Jan 25, 2008 3:54 pm

I know this is a popular topic, especially this time of year,

But in regards to condensation on the inside of headlamps, does anyone get it to this extent?!

I know its something we all have to put up with, but I actually have water drops on the inside of my lights!!! Is something further wrong with my lamp?

I've left my lights on for around 10-15 mins, and where the full beam sits it seems to have got rid of some of it,

I've tried using a hairdryer on the outside of the lens too, but that hasn't done anything.

mk5coz · Post by **mk5coz** » Fri Jan 25, 2008 4:10 pm

this has happened to mine the only way of getting rid of it is to take the cover off the back of the light and remove high beam bulb then get a hair dryer and dry it from the inside try and get it really warm so all the condensation dissapears. when its gone leave to cool before putting bulb and cover back because if you put them back before it cools you will only get more condensation building up as you need to get rid of all the dampness in there.

Tim_GTi · Post by **Tim_GTi** » Fri Jan 25, 2008 4:14 pm

Cheers mate, that was my last resort option.

I was just worried cos there's so much of it!!!

Was yours just as bad?

Mouse_GTI · Post by **Mouse_GTI** » Fri Jan 25, 2008 4:19 pm

I think the lights aren't completely sealed to allow ventilation. I was worried about mine as I got condensation in one that was just replaced - it went away and hasn't been back since

Tim_GTi · Post by **Tim_GTi** » Fri Jan 25, 2008 5:03 pm

I took out the full beam and tried the hairdryer method, didnt seem to do alot.

Looking back at that photo however it has got alot better throughout the day.

Think it is just a case of being patient and waitin for it to leave.

cheers anyway

Mouse_GTI · Post by **Mouse_GTI** » Fri Jan 25, 2008 5:30 pm

Patience is the key

mk5coz · Post by **mk5coz** » Fri Jan 25, 2008 5:31 pm

yer mine was really bad you have to spend a long time doing it and get it really hot.

andyg · Post by **andyg** » Mon Jan 28, 2008 1:27 pm

While we are on the subject:

Is it possible to change the headlight covers without having to buy a whole new xenon unit? I have a huge stone chip in mine and a small crack shooting off from it.

Tim_GTi · Post by **Tim_GTi** » Mon Jan 28, 2008 1:30 pm

I'm pretty sure you have to buy the hole unit, but someone else will have to clarify

mk4 glx 1.6 · Post by **mk4 glx 1.6** » Mon Jan 28, 2008 1:52 pm

Trying putting a small bag of silicon inside the rear of the headlamp unit next time you have it open, it should absorb the moisture.

Mouse_GTI · Post by **Mouse_GTI** » Mon Jan 28, 2008 4:36 pm

Basically as long as the moisture isn't causing the lights to fail you should be ok

bristolgeezer · Post by **bristolgeezer** » Mon Jan 28, 2008 5:18 pm

i've got a huge dead fly inside one of my lights, it was alive then i zapped it with the xenon and it died :p

cant get it out though, its proper irritating!

ash.

VR6 South · Post by **VR6 South** » Mon Jan 28, 2008 7:04 pm

mk4 glx 1.6 wrote:Trying putting a small bag of silicon inside the rear of the headlamp unit next time you have it open, it should absorb the moisture.

Silica gel is the stuff you need IIRC. You can also buy stuff which absorbs condensation from window sills from most DIY stores.

Tim_GTi · Post by **Tim_GTi** » Mon Jan 28, 2008 7:05 pm

Matt tried the silicon bag method (as said in another thread), said it didnt work

VR6 South · Post by **VR6 South** » Mon Jan 28, 2008 7:14 pm

Tim_GTi wrote:Matt tried the silicon bag method (as said in another thread), said it didnt work

They have to be 100% dry before use ie put in the oven to remove any moisture