Tail light lens removal

[Tyler]

Has anyone successfully removed and replaced the plastic tail light lenses from the chrome/metal trim? They seem to be molded in place. Sadly, I'm thinking the only option for replacing a cracked lens is a new EUR 255 part from W&N.

I recall an earlier discussion on this topic, but have failed to locate it, so any advice is much appreciated.

 

[Stan]

Tom P in Walnut Creek did
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tom_p_pics/sets/72157601976709489/

 

[30csl]

Hi Tyler,

on the yellow car I removed the lenses- I used a pliers to crack off the lip of the lens that holds it into the chrome housing. I was then able to glue them back in - worked well.

Regards,

Rohan

 

[Bill Riblett]

I used a Dremel rotary tool to carefully grind off enough of the plastic to pop the lens out. I removed a good lens from a tail light with bad chrome to replace a cracked lens in a light with good trim.

I'm going to glue the lens back in with silicone sealer.

 

[Tyler]

Thanks guys. Time to break out the Dremel.