Lost the little rubber headlight gasket (between headlight and fender)
01-12-2008, 12:32 PM
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I'm pretty sure it's a noise buffer to keep the forward engine bay plastic covers
quiet. The covers have a little tab that sticks thru that gasket (if we're talking about the same one)... Keeps it from chirping against the fender. Harmless and Ok to drive without IMO...
01-12-2008, 01:46 PM
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I see it, right... it is different... same application though
it looks like its there for a spacer and silencer. No chirps 'n such from the headlamp rubbing on the fender. You could split a piece of rubber or silicone tubing lengthwise and slide it onto the fender, assuming you've got the headlamp out, for a temporary fix. When you push the lamp against it, it'll flatten out a bit. A reasonable facsimile of the missing piece until you can replace it. Or, just run without it. If you hear any odd "whistles" or wind noise, just mash the gas! The engine will drown it out...
01-12-2008, 07:09 PM
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it can't be purchased separately, so unless you find a spare headlight ...
somewhere to steal from, you'll be running without it for a long time. the good news is that it doesn't really seem to have a function.
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