DIY vinyl eyelids

one of the first things I noticed when I got my truck was that the tops of my headlights were hazy and heavily scratched.

As I haven’t researched headlights enough to know what I’d want to replace them, I decided to get creative.

 

That would be cool! I had fiberglass ones for my 07, made it look mean

 

first I needed to make a stencil.
I used blue painters tape to make the shape I wanted, layering it on thick for durability.

 

I then carefully peeled it off and stuck it in a cardboard box I had.

 

Next, I cut out the shape with a razor blade.

 

Very cool. I'll be interested to see how it turns out

 

Looking good! Keep firing away.

 

I traced it on the back of the vinyl (oracal charcoal, I think it was), flipped the cardboard and did it again, then cut them out.
I wiped the headlights down with alcohol, an let them dry....then applied the vinyl.



I love it. I’d probably do it even if my headlights weren’t messed up.

 

What a great idea and nicely done. I feel like you're going to have a few copycats. Maybe even an idea for some vinyl guys. @DecalsByDesign could probably do well with this kinda thing

 

I thought about that. If I had a scanner, I’d send him a template to help out.

 

I like this. I wouldn’t mind seeing someone use some smoke/transparent vinyl/tint to go over the amber parking lights...just to tint it a little maybe...

 

Thanks. Sorry if I put it in the wrong place. I’m still learning.

 

Wow, that looks great. Awesome job

 

Someone made some on an inferno tundra on here just like that

 

Thanks!

 

I believe his were fiberglass and far more elaborate. They look great!

Mine took less than 20 minutes and cost under $10...for those who may struggle with fiberglass or finances.

 

Yeah you're right. They turned out awesome

 

Looks good!

 

you could always go by a Kinko's, Office Depot or Fedex office and let them scan it for you. they could create a PDF file for you on a Zip drive then you could easily email it.

 

That would have been a better idea before I cleaned up my mess and tossed all the cut outs.

 

@boardude is the one that did 'em in fiberglass.

 

@AlmightyCrash nicely done!!! I might do this

 

Looks great! Blends in perfectly.

 

Cool idea and a simple mod.

 

I like this,

 

Something I discovered now that it’s dark. I had hoped that light would shine through the rims around the edge that I left blank, and they do! They aren’t bright, but have a very cool glow.

 

Show & tell time!

 

Let's see them at night!!