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bobupp Seriously Crusin Dubber

111 posts · joined May 2004 ·

#220434
Can anybody help me adjust the headlights on my 71 beetle so that they don't shine on the possums in the trees?

barls Administrator Causer of Chaos and Mayhem

9,473 posts · joined Jun 2004 ·

#220439
there are 2 flat head screws on the surround these move the light. the best way is to park about a meter away from a wall and adjust the beam till it is about knee height on low beam
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bobupp Seriously Crusin Dubber

111 posts · joined May 2004 ·

#220476
Thanks Barls

barls Administrator Causer of Chaos and Mayhem

9,473 posts · joined Jun 2004 ·

#220478
not a prob can i suggest you get the john muir manual as it has just about everything in it related to vws and is easy to understand
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PurpleT3 Fahrvergnugen

880 posts · joined Apr 2003 ·

#220571
For what it costs, I would suggest that you go to a mechanic and have it done properly. Most mechanics only charge about $10-$15, possibly even less if done as part of a service. I have tried the up against a wall method and found it really hard to get it done right.
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vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#220609
Before adjusting i suggest that you pull the headlight out of the guard and check that all the locating grommets and piviots are still in place then spray a little oil on the adjusting screws to make them easier to turn.

also check the condition of the reflector, lens and globes to ensure there clean and working
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