DIY Morette headlights for Impreza "BLOBEYE"

[Jan4iks]

Probably everyone knows how difficult it is to find the Impreza "BLOBEYE" Morette headlights. I've been looking for them for a long time, but unfortunately, I didn't find anything suitable. Then I decided, if I can't find it, I'll make it myself! This is how my project came about.

The aim of the project - creation of Morette headlights copies using available light modules. And maybe, the headlights what I make, will be interesting to someone else too…

Starting point:
- Subaru Impreza "BLOBEYE"
- the opportunity to borrow original Morette headlamps from a friend
- Skills in working with fiberglass

I will not go into details, therefore below it will be more pictures and just a little text…

Ok, Let's go!

1. Making masks copies:

- genuine Morette headlights:

  

- made fiberglass shapes:

- first copy of masks ready:

- sizes identical to an original (my masks on genuine headlights):

to be continued.....

[Jan4iks]

Continuation...

2. Light module choice:

- Of the available cars with round headlights, the choice is not too large...

   

- For low beam my choice stopped at the BMW E-30 - desired diameter, compact anchorages, available used:

- For high beam,  I did not find anything from known cars in size, therefore I chose Hella universal modules:

- Turn indicators - universal Hella modules:

3. Bracket fabrication:

- This will be the most difficult process... copying the original with tape:

 

- Scanned in the computer:

- Draw in graphic editor:

- Print and glue it on a metal plate and cut it out:

- The "alpha" version of the bracket is ready for measurement:

 

to be continued...

[Jan4iks]

4. Fitting on the car:

- on the car:

- small problem -  not fit the light module:

 

- after all adjustments look of the bracket slightly changed:

- Editing file and send it to a laser cutter:

to be continued...

[Jan4iks]

5. Conclusion...

- cut out, folded, screwed:

  

- painted with black primer:

- on the car:

  

  

  

- from inside:

  

- Work with project "beta" version finished - bracket still need minor improvements, but it will no longer affect the overall look!

Thanks for Your attention 😉!

If any questions, feel free and ask!

[ROSSCOSM]

Thats pretty cool well done mate

[Jan4iks]

As the title of the topic was the abbreviation "DIY" , so a little about the useful light modules.

1. Low beam:

Low beam (R):
Hella white: 1BL139278001
Hella black: 1BL139800011
Low beam from DEPO: 444-1117 R-LD-E

Low beam (L):
Hella white: 1BL139277001
Hella black: 1BL139799011
Low beam from DEPO: 444-1117 L-LD-E

- Parts for Hella low beam light modules:
     Case with glass (R):
          White: 9BG135942011
          Black: 9BG139802011
     Case with glass (L):
          White: 9BG135941011
          Black: 9BG139801011

     Hella linse L=R: 9DR136958021

Hella low beam modules are switchable LHD or RHD!  About DEPO modules, I don't know.

2. High beam:

High beam, L=R:
Hella chrome: 1K2 006 147-051
Hella black: 1K2 006 147-041
Hella white: 1K2 006 147-031

3 Turn lights:

Turn light, L=R: Hella 2BA008221007

 

[Jan4iks]

Continuing  about the "beta" headlamp set...  arranging electrical wires:

  

  

What's next!? To continue working, I plan to put this set on sale,  better than DIY (without light modules) -  because the light modules will also be useful for set # 1 😉

PS
Of course,  if there will be interest, I can also sell with all modules and then buy everything again for the next set...

[Jan4iks]

The set is on sale: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/223949619693

Without e-bay, price can be better...😉

[spannermonkey08]

I need these for my car