So you had good results?

@@Lookie-Lookie No. Comment was in response to it being free. I'm restoring outsides of headlights yet interested in helping scores of folks with that internal problem. Offered a different solution, waiting to hear back. But that's an awful lot of work, esp with the difficulty of reinserting bulb sockets.

@@andrewczski1969 Holy cow, I'm surprised to hear that. Most people are happy with how easy this solution is. I think the only thing that might be faster would be snapping your fingers and saying magic spell, which of course doesn't work. Good luck! Let us know if you find a better solution that is faster and/or easier.

@@JohnVieth Your reply was solid. I'm just brainstorming, trying to figure some easier solution. Your's is likely the best, though, tbh.

@@andrewczski1969 Well, the video could be more polished and more concise, but thank you nonetheless. I haven't found a more easy-peasey solution, but the nuclear solution when all else fails would be to just replace the entire headlight units, but I reserve that solution for when the headlight lenses are too badly damaged by UV, cracks, etc. It's a little more time consuming and pricey, but not TOO expensive, depending on the make and model. I've done it for a couple different vehicles, and the pair can often be purchased for under $100, seldom more than $200, and it can really make an older vehicle look like new. Definitely improves the functionality of the lights. Just search Amazon for your the year, make, and model, of your vehicle, along with keywords "headlights." Search results might include bulbs, too, and you can just ignore those and look for the entire headlight units. Then perform the same search on KZbin and you will find how-to videos that show you how to replace them. It's usually just a few bolts, although sometimes the front bumper cover and other trim must be removed.

Happy to help!

That good?!? 😂

Nice thought, but that would not work reliably. Heating the plastic warms the air inside and water droplets then TEMPORARILY evaporate into the air. However, if the air inside the headlight unit stays inside the headlight unity, the water will eventually condensate again. For most people who have this problem, the problem is caused by a lack of air flow, usually because the vents are clogged. By routing the hose into the headlight unit and sucking in air, you are forcing the circulation of air and clearing the clogged vent(s). Better yet, check the vents for obstructions and clear them manually, like mentioned in the video. Lots of folks have found this solution to be the ONLY remedy that worked for them. Give it a try.

Did you try my technique? It's FREE and it works! Gluing headlights might actually make the problem WORSE because the problem is caused in the first place when water condenses but is not able to evaporate. The more you seal your headlight units, the more water gets trapped. The units are not designed to be SEALED. They are designed to keep water out. That is different than an airtight seal. Plastic channels water away without sealing. If you seal them, you're sealing in the air that is full of moisture. You want the headlights to breath. Think of the headlight like a soldier's tent. Soldier wants to stay dry. Tent is made out of canvas. So how does the soldier stay dry? With VENTILATION. Tent sheds water, so doesn't need to be waterproof. Vents keep the tent aired out. That's exactly what headlight units do. THEY ARE DESIGNED WITH HOLES IN THEM. They would not have the holes if they were supposed to be sealed airtight. So stop sealing the plastic. Also, check the vent holes in the back and make sure they are not clogged which would impede air flow and evaporation. Also make sure you are running regulation headlight bulbs. If you run different bulbs, they might run too cool for spec, and the lack of heat is keeping the moisture from evaporating. Most important, though, TRY MY TECHNIQUE. It works.

No front end collisions. Only damage this vehicle has sustained has been a couple of door dings. There has never been a repair/paint that would cause "dripmarks." I think you may be referring to the bubbling in the paint. That is called "osmotic blistering" which can occur on an aluminum vehicle for a number of reasons. In this case, I think it's just poor engineering/manufacturing/quality control on the part of Dodge. These vehicles happen to have aluminum hoods, while the rest of the sheet metal is steel.

I envy you. I wish a company would come out with a line of vehicles that focus on repairability and reliability without unnecessary expensive features. There is no reason we couldn't design a vehicle that lasts indefinitely-just replace the components that wear out.

Glad to hear the video helped you!

Glad you liked the video!

@@Lookie-Lookie just did it tonight on my F150, worked like a charm!!!

@@DieselArcher Sweet!

I bought the one in this video at Target. It's more of a "fashion milk crate," and looks cool, but it not as strong. …but strong enough? For a more commercial/industrial milk crate, try the one I got on Amazon.com at amzn.to/47y3dhN

That's what I like to hear!

Couldn't agree more! …scooters, electric bikes… We should be designing our transportation systems around these vehicles, not SUVs. My next toy will be a Honda Trail 125, and then maybe an electric bike/motorcycle of some kind.

Another satisfied customer or something!

Bruh, increase playback speed or skip ahead. Or don't you have Premium?!? Bruh, you gotta get premium, bruh! Damn, bruh.

Try my technique!

@@Lookie-Lookie I just popped the bulb out and let the headlights sit in the sun for an hour.

@@nolongeramused8135 Sometimes that's all it takes. Other times the warm air re-cools and the moisture in the air condenses back onto the inside of the headlight unit. Replacing the air with fresh air makes that less likely, but it's not always necessary. Hope your results are permanent.

Wow! And the water just keeps coming back? What is your city and state? (climate) Have you had a lot of humidity or rain lately? Do you drive through a lot of puddles? Is there any chance your plastic splash shielding underneath your front end has been cracked/broken?

Are you driving through puddles a lot? You might have a cracked headlight assembly. Although my technique works great, sometimes I replace headlight assemblies, usually not because of moisture, but instead because of yellow and scratched plastic. Search Amazon.com for the year, make, model, of your vehicle, along with keywords, "headlight." In the search results, look for products that have good reviews, lots of reviews, etc. For my vehicle, I recently replaced both headlight units for under $100. Yeah, I had to take the front bumper cover off to get at all the bolts, but it was worth it. Of course this would also fix you moisture problem while making the front end of your vehicle look like new. If you go this route, you can find KZbin videos that show you how to replace headlight assemblies for your year, make, and model. Let me know how it goes.

Glad you found it useful!

When I got mine inspected they offered to install a new headlight for only $300 😅

@@nekrophiliak I bought 2 brand new headlight assemblies on amazon for under $100, not because of condensation, but because they were so old and yellow and scratched. Took 30 minutes to replace them. Some models are even cheaper. There are KZbin videos for every make and model.

Glad the video helped you.

​@@Lookie-LookieMy model headlights were $80 apiece, but the real issue is I have to drop the bumper down, was just looking for an easier solution and this was it!

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Glad it helped!

Insignias are terrible for that, my drl stopped working and its non serviceable l. Had to cut out the led driver to replace it and reseal it or a new light would have been £800!

It happens. Moisture reappeared in mine one time, too. Second time was a charm. It's been clear ever since. Inspect the headlight assembly and look for cracks that might be allowing moisture to enter. If you have a cracked headlight assembly, you can replace the entire part pretty cheaply, and there are how-to videos on KZbin for most makes/models/years. If you do that, I recommend replacing both sides. I'm replacing headlights on a vehicle in the near future, and all parts are $200. Not bad.

Not much needed. Most people have a vacuum cleaner. Other than that, all you need is a little duct tape and a length of hose from the local hardware store. You can do it!!!

@@Lookie-Lookie seen a video a someone drilling a whole in bottom seemed easier the removal of the bulbs and attachments. Ur right tho 👍

@@Barryupgraded I wouldn't drill holes in your headlight assembly. For one thing, water will be able to splash up into the unit and make things worse, unless you are very careful and thoughtful about where you place the hole. Also, it still won't stop moist air from entering. The problem in the first place is caused by moist air that condenses forming moisture droplets on the surface inside, and that can still happen if there is a hole drilled in the bottom. Remember, your headlight assembly already has holes (vents). Adding another hole will probably not help, especially if it is a tiny one. Best thing to do is make sure the existing vent holes are clear and then dry out the inside.

No, these are traditional moc toe work boats with no lining. On the inside, you see the suede side of the same leather you see on the outside.

No, these are traditional moc toe work boats with no lining. On the inside, you see the suede side of the same leather you see on the outside. But you can protect the outside with a waterproofing treatment.

Glad to be helpful. Happy riding!

Glad to be helpful. Good luck!

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If the problem is recurring, you might have a crack in your headlight unit, or an open seam, that is allowing water to enter too easily. When the problem recurs too frequently, replacing the headlight unit might be a better option. Cost can be surprisingly low, and installation can be surprisingly easy, but it depends on the year, make, and model, of your vehicle. Search KZbin for "replace headlight" and the year, make, and model, and you will get an idea for how easy it is. An Amazon search for "headlight" and the year, make, and model, will find aftermarket replacement options that can be as low as $50 or lower, but it depends. My solution shown in the video is for occassional issues and would not be convenient for constant recurring issues. If you can identify a crack or open seal, you also might try sealing with silicon, but personally I would rather replace the unit at that point.

I can't recommend any of those other brands you mentioned. If you read the reviews, there are a lot of complaints about them coming apart, either the stitching or the soles. This is typical of companies who are trying to copycat the veterans but don't have the track record to know how to make a boot that last. Some of them, if you look closely in their product photos, you can see stitching that looks like soft white cotton thread. Whatever it is, it doesn't look durable. Here's my take… Either go with a "heritage" boot from an established brand with leather welt so you know you're getting a REAL boot, or go modern. And if you go modern, you can't beat Timberland Pro (amzn.to/4dmU1iB) or Keen (amzn.to/3y6LQXL). Both are great for comfort, durability, and style.

And what if you don’t have ONE?

Mock moc! Mock moc! 😂

One possibility is your new bulbs don't run as hot, and the heat of the previous bulbs helped clear the moisture. People see this issue sometimes when they switch to LED bulbs which run cooler (albeit usually brighter). You should still be fine. Just locate the vents on the back of the headlight units. There will be at least one, maybe multiple. Consult the service manual for your vehicle for clues. But you should be able to find them by visually inspecting the back of the headlight units. Make sure all vents are clear of debris. Having clear vents helps the air flow in and out of the headlight unit to clear condensation. And, of course, to help hurry the clearing of the condensation, watch this video for tips on how to use a vacuum and/or a hair dryer to speed up the clearing of the moisture.