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Old Apr 15, 2006 | 11:05 PM
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anyone ever try repainting the reflectors behind the headlights? i need some advice if u did. my lack of headlights is killing me, but i cant afford euros or even new headlights.
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Old Apr 23, 2006 | 11:21 AM
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i guess no one has tried it. are there any suggestions for a highly reflective paint that can withstand high heat?
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Old Apr 24, 2006 | 08:23 AM
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Check out our good friend 2phast's website for headlight reflector painting

http://www.2phast.com/500e/default.htm
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Old Apr 24, 2006 | 05:51 PM
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i checked it out, but u could u give me a direct link to what your talking about? thanks
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Old Apr 24, 2006 | 07:23 PM
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Old Apr 24, 2006 | 07:45 PM
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i wish i could do that
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Old Apr 25, 2006 | 04:30 PM
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If you haven't already done so, spend the less than $40 and get a set of Sylvania Silver Star bulbs. Model #9007. This is the best route to take until you can get the Euro lights. I've had these on both my 300E and 300CE. They work very well and are a huge improvment over stock bulbs.

Best advice I can offer. Silver or chrome paint wouldn't do the trick any way, as it is the prizm design on the lens face that is the problem.

Good Luck,

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i tried silverstars and it didnt do much for me. as of now i have in some hella bulbs, i forget the exact model. they arent even street legal because they are so bright...unfortunately noone would ever be the wiser if they are on my car. damn, i was hoping that painting reflectors would solve my problem, its getting bad. almost to the point where i pray for someone with xenons to get behind me and light the way for me
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