My MOT tester advised me to replace the headlamps on my 1989 series 1 R19TSE before the next test but the studs holding them in are turning inside the plastic headlamp backing when I use a 10mm socket on the nut.
The existing headlamps would probably be OK if I could remove the glass lenses and use a silver cloth to remove the tarnishing on the reflectors but, having removed the three clips on each, the sealant is holding the glass in fast. Is there a solvent which might release these?
If I were to remove the bumper, would I find that I can get better access to the studs/nuts? It looks unlikely.
Anybody out there had the same problem? It's a shame to scrap the car when I have the parts and nothing else is wrong with it.
roidenez