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Subject:Re: Headlights get condensation
From:Richard Smith (Smirby)
Date:Sun, 24 Feb 2019 14:05:05 -0800

I have this problem too and have tried all the usual / recommended ideas. I haven't tried the sealant yet, so that will be my next step.

It really seems to be humidity rather than rain, though, as it will develop the moisture inside even in completely dry conditions.

...r 

Richard Smith
Smith@thecdm.ca

> On Feb 24, 2019, at 11:28 AM, thewestyman <zolo@foxinternet.net> wrote:
> 
> Sorry, I forgot.  I always assume we are talking Vanagons of the 80s, but
> that's not good enough, because from 86 the headlights are different.
> So, yes, this is a 1989 Westfalia.
> Thanks for your patience.
> Zoltan
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: OlRivrRat
> Sent: Sunday, February 24, 2019 6:13 AM
> To: thewestyman
> Cc: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: Re: Headlights get condensation
> 
> Zoltan
> 
> Van Model Year & HeadLight Type ?
> 
> 
>> On 24 Feb , 2019, at 12:38 AM, thewestyman wrote:
>> 
>> I don’t remember this was ever a topic, but had to be, it must be very
>> common.
>> I think, the rubber seals don’t work anymore.
>> Is there a remedy for this ailment?
>> Zoltan

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