 » Site Navigation | | | | » Recent Threads | | | | | | | |  |  |  |  04-04-2008, 05:18 AM | #1 | | Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 40 |  Are Depo headlights supposed to fit 318ti's?
I ordered my Depo headlights from bavtoys and they look great but the rear of the assembly is so so much bigger than stock! You all hopefully remember what stock looks like, here are the Depo's (generation 4):    It didn't fit. Not even close! Yes I know my car is slightly wrecked but I had to do the following (a lot of work!) to get the passenger side to fit:  The driver's side was no problem. Have other people run into this problem?? |  |  | | 04-04-2008, 05:54 AM | #2 | | Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: G-dale, California Posts: 1,698 |
they should fit fine
i had some trouble with mine had to jimmy the screws a bit but with a little tinkering they did fit. Seeing that there is a little damage you will probably have to do the same thing. Push the metal on the side away and try to slide the light in. Also if the drivers side fit then the passenger side will have to also, it looks like you just have to fix that fender __________________ Live Everyday As If Its Your Last
A friend is someone who is willing to step into a flame to save you........aka a 318ti   | | | | | 04-04-2008, 06:00 AM | #3 | | NOBODY F's with the Jesus Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ventura California Posts: 7,824 |
I'll buy them off ya if you give up __________________ 4 MORE YEARS BABY!!! | | | | | 04-04-2008, 06:36 AM | #4 | | Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: G-dale, California Posts: 1,698 |
Quote: Originally Posted by cooljess76  I'll buy them off ya if you give up | sick jess jumps on a wounded animal and goes in for the kill!!  __________________ Live Everyday As If Its Your Last
A friend is someone who is willing to step into a flame to save you........aka a 318ti | | | | | 04-04-2008, 07:05 AM | #5 | | Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 1,152 |
The Depo fits into the 318ti fine just a little tight. You need to angle it in starting from the inside nose panel then toward the fender. I agree the bent fender might be hindering the headlight from properly fitting. | | | | | 04-04-2008, 07:19 AM | #6 | | Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: LA, Bellflower, CA Posts: 3,613 |
yeah. any alterations from the original conditions, i.e. damages, dents, etc., will make it more difficult to fit smoothly. i thought the same thing when i got my depos but they do actually fit, a bit snug, but they fit.
removing the bumper might give you more room to fit them in for you. __________________ 
-Theta Chi-
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.... my socket is just too thick and won't fit in the hole! damnit!
Marv's 332ti is in the werks. Stay tuned ya'll  ...
Check list: S52 swap, manual transmission swap, 3.25 LSD with M Coupe diff cover, SuperSprint muffler, M3 style mirrors, AFE intake, ASC delete, M50 Manifold swap, UUC strut bar, ZHP lighted knob, Vaders, M-tech interior, OEM armrest, AC Schintzer front lip, AC Schnitzer rear spoiler, Roof spoiler, 18'' rims, M3 front drilled brakes, LED interior lights, 3 spoke Euro style steering wheel, OEM roof spoiler and bike holder, Thule fairing, Euro tail lights, oil pressure guage, carbon fiber hood painted to original paint (still showing CF weaving), what's next to do...? | | | | | 04-04-2008, 02:10 PM | #7 | | Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Eugene Oregon Posts: 6,182 |
hammer, pliers, and a nice big crowbar should help  __________________
-Josh
Sold-1995 318ti, Club Sport, Hellrot
Sold-1996 318ti, Active Model, Boston Green
Current- 1995 318ti, sport model, schwartz
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Quote: Originally Posted by thesk8nmidget hammer, pliers, and a nice big crowbar should help | Nothing like heavy steel tools combined with glass! __________________ 1997 318ti Schwarz II
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