Condensation issue in side lights fixed!!

[Mavelous23]

This product is very high quality. Bright at night, and noticeable during the daytime.

What worked for me:
To rid of the condensation issue you must disassemble the black plastic cover by taking all (5) screws off *see attached photo* then sealing the entire fixture with a 100% waterproof silicone sealant. Also make sure to seal where the 4 wires run into the fixture as there is a gap there. Don’t be too shy with the sealant as the black plastic will cover what you seal after reassembling.

The condensation for me was still visible until about a week then it has stay dry

I returned my 1st order as the condensation was so bad the light stopped working. So far I have no condensation with my second order after sealing.

NOTE: So far I only had to seal the entire passenger light, the driver side has had no condensation since from only sealing the gap between the 4 wires.

I hope this is helpful for everyone else!

Lights: https://a.co/d/0ag0gaU2

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[fossil]

wow you joined MTC just to say how high quality the Mabett side lights are, kool

 

[White Thunder]

This product is very high quality. Bright at night, and noticeable during the daytime.

What worked for me:
To rid of the condensation issue you must disassemble the black plastic cover by taking all (5) screws off *see attached photo* then sealing the entire fixture with a 100% waterproof silicone sealant. Also make sure to seal where the 4 wires run into the fixture as there is a gap there. Don’t be too shy with the sealant as the black plastic will cover what you seal after reassembling.

The condensation for me was still visible until about a week then it has stay dry

I returned my 1st order as the condensation was so bad the light stopped working. So far I have no condensation with my second order after sealing.

NOTE: So far I only had to seal the entire passenger light, the driver side has had no condensation since from only sealing the gap between the 4 wires.

I hope this is helpful for everyone else!

Lights: https://a.co/d/0ag0gaU2

The sad thing is, you shouldn’t have to seal it.
I paid $90 bucks for mine, it should be perfect.

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

The sad thing is, you shouldn’t have to seal it.

Isn't that the truth.
GB

 

[Toddman45]

This product is very high quality. Bright at night, and noticeable during the daytime.

What worked for me:
To rid of the condensation issue you must disassemble the black plastic cover by taking all (5) screws off *see attached photo* then sealing the entire fixture with a 100% waterproof silicone sealant. Also make sure to seal where the 4 wires run into the fixture as there is a gap there. Don’t be too shy with the sealant as the black plastic will cover what you seal after reassembling.

The condensation for me was still visible until about a week then it has stay dry

I returned my 1st order as the condensation was so bad the light stopped working. So far I have no condensation with my second order after sealing.

NOTE: So far I only had to seal the entire passenger light, the driver side has had no condensation since from only sealing the gap between the 4 wires.

I hope this is helpful for everyone else!

Lights: https://a.co/d/0ag0gaU2

I wouldn't say they very high quality when you had to return the 1st set due to moisture intrusion, due to lack of quality control and lack of them being sealed. Then having to seal up the 2nd set yourself.

Sounds more like cheaply made Chinese junk to me.

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

I wouldn't say they very high quality when you had to return the 1st set due to moisture intrusion, due to lack of quality control and lack of them being sealed. Then having to seal up the 2nd set yourself.

Sounds more like cheaply made Chinese junk to me.

I have to agree with you.
Seems kind of a strange first post & first thread for "Mavelous23".
Maybe they have a different idea of what a quality product should be.
I certainly don't expect to spend $90 on a pair of shoes and have to glue this soles on.

GB

 

[junyamada]

Unfortunately I didn‘t seal mine enough I guess. My passenger side ended up with a very small water in it after visiting the car wash. My driver side was fine though. I might pull it off and redo mine at some point.

 

[tom lepree]

My second set thanks for the seal idea I will try it

 

[Ponyprez]

This product is very high quality. Bright at night, and noticeable during the daytime.

What worked for me:
To rid of the condensation issue you must disassemble the black plastic cover by taking all (5) screws off *see attached photo* then sealing the entire fixture with a 100% waterproof silicone sealant. Also make sure to seal where the 4 wires run into the fixture as there is a gap there. Don’t be too shy with the sealant as the black plastic will cover what you seal after reassembling.

The condensation for me was still visible until about a week then it has stay dry

I returned my 1st order as the condensation was so bad the light stopped working. So far I have no condensation with my second order after sealing.

NOTE: So far I only had to seal the entire passenger light, the driver side has had no condensation since from only sealing the gap between the 4 wires.

I hope this is helpful for everyone else!

Lights: https://a.co/d/0ag0gaU2

After exchanging my defective (water intrusion) right side marker for a new one and before seeing all the ways to seal them comments, my new right-side has been working as intended. I have now noticed he carbon fiber looking insert on the driver's side is yellowing from sun exposure. Just a heads up. The sun here is pretty intense at the 4k level I am at in the desert southwest.

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

Here's an idea for those Mabett side signals with condensation.

 

[CurtisB]

If I decide to do this, I will be getting something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Trailer-LED-...x=side+marker+turn+lights,aps,210&sr=8-5&th=1

Does the job, less expensive and I can seal the hole.

 

[Chris_G]

Here's an idea for those Mabett side signals with condensation.

How do you feed them?

 

[Glen Baker LLC]

How do you feed them?

 

[Blu]

How do you feed them?

 

[Oscarcat]

This product is very high quality. Bright at night, and noticeable during the daytime.

What worked for me:
To rid of the condensation issue you must disassemble the black plastic cover by taking all (5) screws off *see attached photo* then sealing the entire fixture with a 100% waterproof silicone sealant. Also make sure to seal where the 4 wires run into the fixture as there is a gap there. Don’t be too shy with the sealant as the black plastic will cover what you seal after reassembling.

The condensation for me was still visible until about a week then it has stay dry

I returned my 1st order as the condensation was so bad the light stopped working. So far I have no condensation with my second order after sealing.

NOTE: So far I only had to seal the entire passenger light, the driver side has had no condensation since from only sealing the gap between the 4 wires.

I hope this is helpful for everyone else!

Lights: https://a.co/d/0ag0gaU2

Not to detract from your post but I went with the DIY solution, all parts including the GadCAD3D lenses came to $50 and I didn't need to remove the emblem. I prefer the OEM look to Mabett's rather gimmicky look and function.

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