Anyone Installed Snake-Oyls' Headlight Covers?

[Matt M PA]

Anyone Installed Snake-Oyls\' Headlight Covers?

I bought a set of them last year, but have yet to install them. It seems that once they are on...they are not coming back off. So, before I put them on, I am wondering how they will look when installed. I notice that the headlights have some raised lettering etc, and am curious as to how these covers look on top. Also, do they effect the headlight's output, etc? These are the clear, thick, adhesive stone-guard type parts. Thanks!

 

[David]

Re: Anyone Installed Snake-Oyls\' Headlight Covers?

Matt,

I applied some protective film on my '01 ACR's headlights. I take it that most of these are made from the same 3M urethane film -- sometimes marketed under the name of Stoneguard. When applied, the film is almost unnoticeable and light output seems to be the same. The raised lettering on the Viper headlights does cause some air pockets. The 3M literature says that you can poke a tiny hole through the film to let the air out, but I don't think the film will conform to the tiny negative spaces within the lettering.

Here are a few recommendations... Make sure that the headlights are very clean -- and use a very bright light to make sure that there's no lint on the headlights or in the general area after wiping them off. If there's any lint around the work area, the electrostatic charge you get from peeling the backing off the 3M film will cause any lint to jump up and stick to the sticky side of the film. You'll definitely see the lint after it's applied. It's probably a good idea to use lint-free cloth and to also wipe the film and backing itself to make sure there's no lint anywhere. The general technique is to first place the film with the backing on it onto the headlight to get the gist of the alignment. Then you peel back just a few inches of the backing on one side -- and slowly apply the film, pressing it in place while peeling the backing a bit at a time. When peeling the backing, peel slowly. If you peel quickly, the glue will leave a stringy pattern which will be visible after the film is applied. It helps if you apply the film on a warm day as the urethane will be more flexible and will more easily conform to the contour of the headlight. This is best done in a garage, away from any wind and blowing dust.

I hope this helps...

 

[Vip-RT10]

Re: Anyone Installed Snake-Oyls\' Headlight Covers?

I have them on and I like them. They protect the lens from the rocks. The covers become invisible after a few days in the sun, so don't worry. Do what David suggested, but I went a bit further and used a hair dryer to make the cover more malleable and easier to apply. Make sure to remove the air bubbles and work from the center out. Other than that, it doesn't hinder the visibility. Good luck.

 

[sbkim]

Re: Anyone Installed Snake-Oyls\' Headlight Covers?

I have a set brand new (never opened) for Gen1/Gen2. Similar to PartsRack http://partsrack.blastmart.com/customer/product.php?productid=1388&cat=153&page=1

$50 shipped

 

[V10SpeedLuvr]

Re: Anyone Installed Snake-Oyls\' Headlight Covers?

I have a set brand new (never opened) for Gen1/Gen2. Similar to PartsRack http://partsrack.blastmart.com/customer/product.php?productid=1388&cat=153&page=1

$50 shipped

PM sent

 

[sbkim]

Re: Anyone Installed Snake-Oyls\' Headlight Covers?

PM set back. Includes both headlights and fogs. The fogs are cut for gen 1 fog light covers but can be easily cut into any shape.