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xmattyx · 10-19-2011, 06:32 PM

Hey Guys:

So I purchased Halo Rings from Oracle Lights, however it seems the installation might be a little difficult. Im not too comfortable ripping out my headlights, sticking them in the oven just to pry them open to install the rings. Can anyone recommend a good custom shop on Long Island that will do the job for me?

Thanks!

Shuffler · 10-19-2011, 11:02 PM

Go to AAC website or call them for a list of installers in your area.

mikeSS · 10-19-2011, 11:21 PM

this is what is stopping me from getting them.

Vengeance Graphix · 10-19-2011, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeSS

this is what is stopping me from getting them.

same, i wish it was easier to install, i dont like the thought of putting the lighting unit in the oven just to open them

mikeSS · 10-19-2011, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by xVengeancex28

same, i wish it was easier to install, i dont like the thought of putting the lighting unit in the oven just to open them

ya thats crazy, i asked my friend who has done many cars. he looked over the instructions and said he is not going to cut open my lights and risk something going wrong and having to buy me new lights. lol i said screw this.

there is a step where you have to do some type of cutting

Vengeance Graphix · 10-19-2011, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeSS

ya thats crazy, i asked my friend who has done many cars. he looked over the instructions and said he is not going to cut open my lights and risk something going wrong and having to buy me new lights. lol i said screw this.

there is a step where you have to do some type of cutting

yeah ive seen the video online of someone actually prying it open. its obviously best to leave it to a shop to install them

xmattyx · 10-20-2011, 10:59 AM

Hey guys,

So I decided to return the kit to AAC..i dont trust myself or a shop doing the work, it seems too complex..i saw a pair of aftermarket halos on ebay for $400 that come preinstalled so I dont have to cut open my headlights.

ihaveacamaro · 10-20-2011, 11:15 AM

You know it seems hard but it really isn't. If you follow GTAHVIT's guide to taking the bumper off you can have the bumper off in 10-15 mins. Then just unplug the headlights and carry them in. Then honestly, the putting it in the oven actually scared the hell out of me too, but after the first time I put my first headlight in the oven it wasn't too bad. I say first time I put my first headlight in because you actually have to put the headlight in like 3-4 times to allow you enough time to totally break it open.

Anyways after the first time it wasn't too bad and actually I increased the temp for my second headlight to make things easier and it did. I know it sounds scary but trust me after the first time it's not. You just get the black seal hot, and then you stick a screwdriver and work your way around the seal. When the seal cools down, stick it right back into the oven.

If you need help and even want to give me a call, I am willing to help you over the phone.

ABM10LT · 10-20-2011, 02:43 PM

I talked to AAC about this. They do the installs as well, for about $169 if I recall correctly. You ship them your headlights, they install them and ship them back. Or if you can't live without your headlights that long, pay a $1000 core charge deposit and they will ship you lights with the halos pre-installed, then you swap them out and send them your original headlights back, and they credit you the $1000 back.

Hope this helps.

dfield23 · 10-20-2011, 02:46 PM

If i have a v6 without the rs package where can i buy the halos already in the the headlights?

The Stig · 10-20-2011, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by ihaveacamaro

You know it seems hard but it really isn't. If you follow GTAHVIT's guide to taking the bumper off you can have the bumper off in 10-15 mins. Then just unplug the headlights and carry them in. Then honestly, the putting it in the oven actually scared the hell out of me too, but after the first time I put my first headlight in the oven it wasn't too bad. I say first time I put my first headlight in because you actually have to put the headlight in like 3-4 times to allow you enough time to totally break it open.

Anyways after the first time it wasn't too bad and actually I increased the temp for my second headlight to make things easier and it did. I know it sounds scary but trust me after the first time it's not. You just get the black seal hot, and then you stick a screwdriver and work your way around the seal. When the seal cools down, stick it right back into the oven.

If you need help and even want to give me a call, I am willing to help you over the phone.

I've done the install on three separate occasions and have yet to have a problem with any of the lights. It really isn't a hard install, just time consuming and a bit intimidating. But TRUST ME, nothing bad can happen if you just follow the directions.

Camaro731 · 10-20-2011, 06:50 PM

Do you have to do the same with the their afterburners?

JKBUMBLEBEE · 10-20-2011, 08:23 PM

have fun paying like 400$ for installation

Camaro731 · 10-20-2011, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by JKBUMBLEBEE

have fun paying like 400$ for installation

That's crazy

10-19-2011, 06:32 PM	#1
xmattyx mattyv Drives: 2017 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Lake Ronkonkoma Posts: 155	AAC Halo Rings-Need a custom shop to install Hey Guys: So I purchased Halo Rings from Oracle Lights, however it seems the installation might be a little difficult. Im not too comfortable ripping out my headlights, sticking them in the oven just to pry them open to install the rings. Can anyone recommend a good custom shop on Long Island that will do the job for me? Thanks!

10-19-2011, 11:02 PM	#2
Shuffler God Bless Dawson Drives: Synergy for my Daughter Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 3,057	Go to AAC website or call them for a list of installers in your area. __________________

10-20-2011, 06:50 PM	#12
Camaro731 Drives: 2012 black 2Lt + bells & whistles Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: NY Posts: 340	Do you have to do the same with the their afterburners? __________________ 08/18/2011 (1100)(1102)(2000) 09/12/2011 (3800)(4000) (4150)(4B00) 09/23/2011 - (5000)

10-20-2011, 08:23 PM	#13
JKBUMBLEBEE TEAM LLT ! NY5thGEN Drives: 2011 3.6L V6 328HP Camaro Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: NY / PA Posts: 622 View My Garage	have fun paying like 400$ for installation __________________

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ihaveacamaro I like teeth. Drives: #198 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Posts: 4,817	You know it seems hard but it really isn't. If you follow GTAHVIT's guide to taking the bumper off you can have the bumper off in 10-15 mins. Then just unplug the headlights and carry them in. Then honestly, the putting it in the oven actually scared the hell out of me too, but after the first time I put my first headlight in the oven it wasn't too bad. I say first time I put my first headlight in because you actually have to put the headlight in like 3-4 times to allow you enough time to totally break it open. Anyways after the first time it wasn't too bad and actually I increased the temp for my second headlight to make things easier and it did. I know it sounds scary but trust me after the first time it's not. You just get the black seal hot, and then you stick a screwdriver and work your way around the seal. When the seal cools down, stick it right back into the oven. If you need help and even want to give me a call, I am willing to help you over the phone.

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ABM10LT Drives: 2010 2LT/RS ABM! Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Memphis Posts: 54	I talked to AAC about this. They do the installs as well, for about $169 if I recall correctly. You ship them your headlights, they install them and ship them back. Or if you can't live without your headlights that long, pay a $1000 core charge deposit and they will ship you lights with the halos pre-installed, then you swap them out and send them your original headlights back, and they credit you the $1000 back. Hope this helps.

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