Can anyone assist me with a coupel of questions regarding a Mk 2 MX5 import. it has just failed the MOT due to the headlamps being to discoloured…which I have to agree they are.
Now I purchased to second hand replacements for Mk2 on ebay several weeks ago. However when I tried ot fit them I discovered that although they phusicall fit to the car the actual connector were different. Does anyone know whether this is due to the car being an import or did connectos jsut change during he life of that mark?
Also is it possible to adapt the connectors either manually or via and adapter loom (hope that makes sense?).
Hi I sell a lot of UK and import mx5,s and I suspect maybe you have mk2.5 headlamps ( with 2 bulbs ie head and dip bulbs seperately_) rather than mk2 type with 1 only bulb for head and dip combined. Other than that ,the only other types are manual or electric adjustment but this only affects wiring for motor if fitted and should not affect the bulb situation itself. The normal mk2 bulb is known as H4 with 3 pins on the base for the 3 pin plug fitted to your car. That excludes the indicator of course which is totally separate .PS I f you do have mk2.5 headlamps they will not fit correctly as the bottom section near the bumper is different ( slightly different curve on the bottom of the lamp)My number is 00353 86 8226506 if you want to call me to discuss. Thanks Robere MX5IRELAND sponsor
On my Mk2 import they needed to be done at least twice in my ownership. You can use Brasso or Autosol metal polish, better if you have a small buffing machine but a bit of elbow grease with a cloth will do. Finish off with some Autoglym polish.
Of course if they are too far gone then ignore this, but worth a try anyway.
As regards the replacements, have you deffo got the Mk2 lights or Mk2.5 model. Not sure if the imports were different connectors.
You can get polish designed for headlamp lenses - try amazon or e-bay. I also have a set of different grade sandpapers used for polishing things like aircraft windscreens, - you work up the grades to very fine (eg start at 2000 up to 8000) and then use a liquid polish - it worked well for my lenses. Replacements are expensive and if second-hand will probably have the same problem to a degree.
Very much this. Did the same to mine and they came up a treat. Started with 1200 paper with water and a drop of fairy liquid. Worked up to 2000 grade and then used clear T-cut and resin polish to finish off. For the final polish I used a foam wheel on my cordless drill. They look like brand new now. Took about 15 minutes per side. Go on Youtube for inspiration. Lots of place want you buy their “special headlight restoration kit” but wet-and-dry paper and polish is all you need.
LOL, how many times have i seen and heard this? i had a chap that went to a dealership with fogged headlights and they wanted to sting him for a new set,( on MOT) sorry i’m late to this, just get a rag and some T-cut and give them a quick buff, should take you no more than ten minutes tops and will look like new again.
Don’t use the toothpaste grap thats on the web, far to messy.
There is a seven page feature on headlight renovation in the January 2014 issue of Car Mechanics. Includes cloudy lenses and repair of broken fixing brackets. Quite informative I thought, given the price of headlight units.
Well many thanks for the original suggestion. Of course it’s worked fine! I’m a bit cross that the garage who conducted MOT didn’t suggest it. I’ve used the for several years and have previously given good service.
Still job done for now!
Thanks all.