Richmond Posted December 1, 2003 Report Posted December 1, 2003 How do I sort my headlights out for driving on the right (2001 V6 with standard lights)? I know that there has been some discussion of this before on the forum, but so far as I know there has not been a definitive answer. Does sticking a converter lens onto the plastic headlight cover work? Does the residual glue come off OK after the lens is removed? Presumably the dipped bulbs can be replaced with continental dipped bulbs. Quote
Guest SA Intruder Posted December 1, 2003 Report Posted December 1, 2003 Use standard stick on beam benders. The adhesive comes off with alcohol, try using the type which stick on around the edge of the bender, not all over. Full instructions come with them. There is no such thing as continental bulbs, dipped or otherwise. The direction of the beams on dip is a function of the headlight design only. Quote
Richmond Posted December 1, 2003 Author Report Posted December 1, 2003 Thanks. I've used beam deflectors, but not with headlamp covers such as on the Galaxy. Presumably, the stick on deflector is stuck onto the lens, so the plastic cover has to come off; how? Quote
Ivor_E_Tower Posted December 2, 2003 Report Posted December 2, 2003 Eh? The beam benders stick onto the outside of the plastic cover that goes over all the front lights - you don't need to dismantle the units to fit them.On the TIS CD is an elaborate pattern that can be printed out if you wish to "black out" parts of the cover - the beam benders look the more sensible option. Quote
Richmond Posted December 2, 2003 Author Report Posted December 2, 2003 Thanks; I'm looking for difficulties, obviously. Quote
Akiko Posted June 5, 2007 Report Posted June 5, 2007 Hello I am new to this list. I am taking my Galaxy GLX 1996 to Europe. I know there has been discussion about headlights. What is the simplest solution. I am told I black sticky tape is OK if you know what parts need to be blacked out. Halfords advertise a set of headlamp converters plus GB sticker for 8.99 Would this be OK. Any advice would be welcome Quote
Ivor_E_Tower Posted June 5, 2007 Report Posted June 5, 2007 (edited) Yes the Halfords kit is quite acceptable, it's what I used about 3 years ago. Rather than blacked bits, it contains 2 beam benders and a huge leaflet that tells you where to cut them and where to apply them - which is sometimes significantly different on the offside and nearside lamps. I have heard it mentioned in the past that the French Police do stop and fine you if you do not have anything fitted to adapt the headlamps, even if it is daylight and you have no intention of driving at night. Be warned, be prepared! Incidentally, congratulations for resurrecting a thread, 3 1/2 years after the last post ! Edited June 5, 2007 by Ivor_E_Tower Quote
springen Posted June 6, 2007 Report Posted June 6, 2007 AkikoWhen I had my Mk1 and was just going for a day-trip to France, I just blacked out the section on each lens with black insulation tape. I haven't got a diagram, but it's basically the lope-sided rectangle section on the passenger side of each lens that needs blanking out. I'll have to buy the proper deflecters for the Mk2 clear lens when I go over later this year. #STOP PRESS# just found this post - may try these templates http://www.fordgalaxy.org.uk/ford/index.ph...=5397&st=30 Quote
bigdaddy Posted June 6, 2007 Report Posted June 6, 2007 Hi guys, I went to france last october, and i bought the halfords kit and it was a straight fit, no cutting,,,,,,before you take the beam thingies off, put your full beam on for 10 min and the glue comes straight off,,,,,,,,,,,, Quote
springen Posted June 6, 2007 Report Posted June 6, 2007 put your full beam on for 10 min and the glue comes straight off,,,,,,,,,,,, Good tip - or else, if you battery can't handle it, use a hairdryer. Quote
2ndgalaxy Posted June 10, 2007 Report Posted June 10, 2007 How do I sort my headlights out for driving on the right (2001 V6 with standard lights)? I know that there has been some discussion of this before on the forum, but so far as I know there has not been a definitive answer. Does sticking a converter lens onto the plastic headlight cover work? Does the residual glue come off OK after the lens is removed? Presumably the dipped bulbs can be replaced with continental dipped bulbs. Good afternoon all. I did this on my 2001 Galaxy some years ago. I got the dealer to get onto Ford and print me off the templates. I then used these to tape the lenses appropriately to deflect the beams. When done the Tape pulls off with a little warm water and the car wash does the rest. Hope this is of use. D Quote
drcrawey Posted June 10, 2007 Report Posted June 10, 2007 You will get a beam bender kit and and gb sticker complete with spare bulb kit (also a legal requirement) from tesco direct. Or order online at www.tesco.com catologue number 100-3541 Quote
chesh100 Posted June 12, 2007 Report Posted June 12, 2007 Found this web site usfull for driving in Europe http://driving.drive-alive.co.uk/ Lots of info on speeds/legal requirements etc. Covers most of the main countries. Used a set of the beam converters a couple of weeks ago, very easy to use, came with full instructions for all makes/types of headlight. Have good trip :rolleyes: Quote
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