Audi a4 1997 headlight replacement
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Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Houston, TX
I am going to bump this solely because I want to know how in the world someone got those headlights on a b5. I think it is absolutely gorgeous and will go way out of my way to get the same results on my b5.
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Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 83
From: Fort Collins Colorado
The Depo lights are the way to go in my opinion. As for cosmetic changes you can do quite a few. I have done these so far: RS4 grill, RS4 mirrors, RS4 replica rims, Depo headlights with clear corners and 5900k HID as mentioned before, 2001 S4 taillights, plainted brake calipers silver, RS4 style cross drilled rotors on all 4 wheels. I have never attached a picture so I am going to try that now
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Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 31
From: louisville, ky or champaign, il
The Depo lights are the way to go in my opinion. As for cosmetic changes you can do quite a few. I have done these so far: RS4 grill, RS4 mirrors, RS4 replica rims, Depo headlights with clear corners and 5900k HID as mentioned before, 2001 S4 taillights, plainted brake calipers silver, RS4 style cross drilled rotors on all 4 wheels. I have never attached a picture so I am going to try that now
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Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 235
From: Milford Michigan
If you wish to go with stock spec one piece headlights i.e. Valeo, Depo, Helix, you will find that the electrical plug for one-piece headlights is different then what you have(1997). Ive converted to e-code one-piece headlights, It required alot of cutting and splicing..... Id like to do a DIY because it actually turned out great the way I did it but I just don't have the time to write it up. If you have some patience and a little bit of creativity you can figure it out.
As far as the trimming of the fender, you WILL need something that makes small accurate cuts. A Dremel will work, however you need the right attachments for cutting steel. Cut small sections off at a time and constantly test the fitment of the headlight. It's a tight fit, and if you trim too much off, it will be noticeable once the headlight is installed. Remember the headlight is supposed to sit tight to the fender, with the rubber piece providing a seal. If this sounds daunting, its really not, just requires patience.
I would highly recommend going one piece, it's probably one of the most dramatic changes I've made to my b5 and even though it wasn't plug and play it was well worth it.
As far as the trimming of the fender, you WILL need something that makes small accurate cuts. A Dremel will work, however you need the right attachments for cutting steel. Cut small sections off at a time and constantly test the fitment of the headlight. It's a tight fit, and if you trim too much off, it will be noticeable once the headlight is installed. Remember the headlight is supposed to sit tight to the fender, with the rubber piece providing a seal. If this sounds daunting, its really not, just requires patience.
I would highly recommend going one piece, it's probably one of the most dramatic changes I've made to my b5 and even though it wasn't plug and play it was well worth it.
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Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 31
From: louisville, ky or champaign, il
If you wish to go with stock spec one piece headlights i.e. Valeo, Depo, Helix, you will find that the electrical plug for one-piece headlights is different then what you have(1997). Ive converted to e-code one-piece headlights, It required alot of cutting and splicing..... Id like to do a DIY because it actually turned out great the way I did it but I just don't have the time to write it up. If you have some patience and a little bit of creativity you can figure it out.
As far as the trimming of the fender, you WILL need something that makes small accurate cuts. A Dremel will work, however you need the right attachments for cutting steel. Cut small sections off at a time and constantly test the fitment of the headlight. It's a tight fit, and if you trim too much off, it will be noticeable once the headlight is installed. Remember the headlight is supposed to sit tight to the fender, with the rubber piece providing a seal. If this sounds daunting, its really not, just requires patience.
I would highly recommend going one piece, it's probably one of the most dramatic changes I've made to my b5 and even though it wasn't plug and play it was well worth it.
As far as the trimming of the fender, you WILL need something that makes small accurate cuts. A Dremel will work, however you need the right attachments for cutting steel. Cut small sections off at a time and constantly test the fitment of the headlight. It's a tight fit, and if you trim too much off, it will be noticeable once the headlight is installed. Remember the headlight is supposed to sit tight to the fender, with the rubber piece providing a seal. If this sounds daunting, its really not, just requires patience.
I would highly recommend going one piece, it's probably one of the most dramatic changes I've made to my b5 and even though it wasn't plug and play it was well worth it.
. I want to go for a single piece headlight without any modifications (something like a 1999-2001 A4/S4 headlight). I would love to know where I can get Depo headlights or other good ones that will fit my 97 a4.
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Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 83
From: Fort Collins Colorado
I dont want to trim or mess with my fender as im not good at that and don't have tools . I want to go for a single piece headlight without any modifications (something like a 1999-2001 A4/S4 headlight).
I would love to know where I can get Depo headlights or other good ones that will fit my 97 a4.
. I want to go for a single piece headlight without any modifications (something like a 1999-2001 A4/S4 headlight). I would love to know where I can get Depo headlights or other good ones that will fit my 97 a4.
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Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 83
From: Fort Collins Colorado
Headlights that I have:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AUDI-...spagenameZWDVW
Bulbs I am running:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/96-97...Q5fAccessories
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AUDI-...spagenameZWDVW
Bulbs I am running:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/96-97...Q5fAccessories
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Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 31
From: louisville, ky or champaign, il
I got these headlights, OEM 2000-01 audi a4,
I wanted to do modify fender to make em fit, I just changed my mind and wanna get a 2 piece Depo ones like Kkinzli got.
If anyone is interested in the above lights, let me know.
I got em for 300