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Condensation in headlights
04.05.2009 at 11:55:23
 
I had a problem with condensation in both headlamps on my 4.2 xkr 2002 model. I bought the small "T" pieces and without removing the headlamps O drilled the hole in the boss at the side.
Using a small pump that had a suction port, connected with a 8mm PVC tube I vacuumed out the swarf.
Now the problem has completely gone.
"T" peice part number RD6B7H Tube-T-Piece   £1.38 + VAT each
Thes just slip over the boss, I added a dab of superglue to make
certain they would not come off.

On one side there is a small area of blemish on the inside of the glass, due to the dried our condensation,but I can live with that.

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Reply #1 - 11.05.2009 at 21:45:40
 
Now that sounds better than puting in Silica Gel which has been suggested can you post a photo??
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Reply #2 - 06.03.2010 at 08:56:05
 
I too would welcome photographs.
I'm a little timid when it comes to playing with my P&J.
I would also welcome photographs of a door mirror strip.
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Reply #3 - 13.02.2011 at 10:36:45
 
This is a never ending discussion topic. It can simply be solved once and for all time as I have done with the XK8's I've owned. Remove the perspex cover and drill a hole in the centre of it at least one centimetre in diameter. Repeat the same for the other lamp.
Purchasing and putting in the T-piece pipes just don't give enough ventilation.
Whatever the weather, I have not had a drop of condensation since nor has any water entered through the drilled holes.
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Reply #4 - 14.02.2011 at 18:42:43
 
I had this problem two years ago after car left out in the snow but one side only. I fitted the T pieces but later found water was getting inside due to poor seal between the glass and bulb holder. Bought a new glass which came with a new gasket and problem solved, touch wood no more problems. Did fit the T piece to the new glass. Cheers, Roy
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Reply #5 - 08.04.2011 at 14:38:49
 
The easiest cure for condensation...
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Reply #6 - 30.04.2011 at 23:51:00
 
Probably shouldn't be promoting but there is an interesting article on this in JEC this month.
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Reply #7 - 02.05.2011 at 20:00:18
 
Why not Nick? You're not selling, and JEC and Kelsey are 'hand in glove' anyway. JEC is a real benefit to us owners I reckon. Cheers, apax.
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