MK1 Headlight Savers

[drew@scirocco.cs.uoguelph.ca (Drew MacPherson)]

I've got a set on my 84 Scirocco's Euro headlights.  They are quite thick, 
and protect well, however I had the right main beam lense crack right 
across, possibly because of heat buildup with the protector in place.  On 
the plus side, the crack is sealed by the protector, and no moisture has 
clouded the lense, so I haven't replaced it.

I aslo bough a set for my winter beater Jetta with A2 16V 4 rounds grille.  
I haven't installed them yet though, as I have one light to replace (have 
the replacement, just haven't installed it) and I'm a little worried about 
heat buildup with the driving light lenses, as I have 100W h3's in the 
driving lights.  The Scirocco only has 55/65 bulbs.

All in all, if it saves taking a stone in Euros, they're worth taking the
risk on a crack.  I think the Euro H4 lenses must be more prone to
cracking, as the A2 4-round grille went through 2 main lenses when it was
on my 92 Golf from cold water hitting the hot headlight,

Drew

On Wed, 30 Apr 2003, Ken B wrote:

> I am looking at the "Stick-On" headlight savers on Potters site.  Has anyone used these, or like them?  I am a bit more nervous about rock damage now that I have the more expensive Hx lights.
> Thanks
> Ken
> '79 Scirocco 16v
> '81 Diesel Caddy
> '86 Scirocco 16v (organ doner)
> 
> 

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