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Old May 10, 2016 | 09:01 PM
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I bought some new headlight assemblies from rock auto but they are Eagle eyes brand and the drive side light pattern is way different than the passenger side. this there any thing I can do to fix this or just call rock auto and see what they say?
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Old May 11, 2016 | 03:47 AM
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You bought the shittiest brand of headlight on the market and you're surprised they look bad?

It's not RockAuto's fault (aside from the fact that they willingly source the cheapest and sometimes crappiest parts) and I doubt they can help you since it's not actually a defect (poor manufacturer optics).

When buying headlights it's generally a good idea to spend some $$$, usually around $200-250 for a set. Any cheaper and you run into issues.
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Old May 11, 2016 | 01:41 PM
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Buy OEM lights or retrofit a quality projector in the set you have
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Old May 11, 2016 | 11:25 PM
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I didn't really know how cheap I was going when I bought them. Other than a retro fit can I somehow adjust the beam pattern or am I going to either deal with it or buy a better quality one?
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Old May 11, 2016 | 11:28 PM
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I've had great luck with the TYC brand headlights.

Not sure if those are an option for you.
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Old May 11, 2016 | 11:30 PM
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Ok thanks everyone
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Old May 25, 2016 | 08:49 AM
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Other brands that make replacement headlights are Dorman, Sherman and Replace.
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Old May 25, 2016 | 11:14 AM
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I also noticed the passenger light point way to the side of the road. I think I am just going to order ones from a dealership
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