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Dec 15, 2003 | 10:57 PM

SubmarineAZ

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96 headlights lenses

I was looking at my headlight lenses on my 96 Bronco and for some reason they are looking kind of beat up. A little yellowing and they have condensation inside.
Anyone have a recomendation on where to buy and if there is a quality aftermarket available or is it going to be OEM dealer only?

Dec 16, 2003 | 03:22 AM

Doorgunner808

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I got mine off of ebay. Usually around 44 dollars each, considerably less than from Ford. The quality is very good as well.

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Dec 16, 2003 | 07:06 PM

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okay, so I got a set of clear turn signal lenses for my 96. They look GREAT sitting in a box in my garage. My dad and I figured that the wntire front end of the truck has to come off to get to them to change em out. I haven't done it because if I got to do that I might as well wait and change out the headlights at the same time.

So my question is..do I have to take off the front end to replace these things? someone please tell me that there is an easier way.

Dec 16, 2003 | 07:32 PM

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do I have to take off the front end to replace these things?

You're kidding, right?

You only need to pull the light bezel. There's a write-up of it here https://www.ford-trucks.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=10070

Dec 16, 2003 | 09:38 PM

SubmarineAZ

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Hey I remember there was some difficulty getting the headlight lens out when I did it last time to remove the metal deflector thing inside that had broken off. I recall some weird tabs in the back that I probably mangled. Anyone know what I am talking about and how to remove them correctly?

Dec 16, 2003 | 10:07 PM

Dutch123

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I had the "yellow" on the lenses; simply used a good plastic/glasss cleaner and Wallah! NICE

Dec 17, 2003 | 01:21 PM

OJ_Bronco

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I am serious as a heart attack!

As far as I can tell...and remember...there are two screws that I cannot get to. one between the bezel and the fender (in that 1/16 inch space) and one between the valance and the bumper.

Imma check out that post you referred to and see what I am missing.

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Dec 17, 2003 | 07:59 PM

OJ_Bronco

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OOOOHHHHHH!!!!! well then, now that makes sense. Guess I am rollin out with the clears tomorrow! Oh, and thanks Mark for your email, it make the pictures even easier to understand!

I still feel sheepish!