The procrastination list grows...
Let's see. Here's the list of topics to procrastinate so far:
Time to move to another area. One thing that seem to disrupt the overall silhouette of the headlight when lit in darkness is the reflection of the e55r's output on the bottom side of the shroud (circled red). This area creates a brighter glow compared to the stray light collector pieces (both the acrylic one in the turn signal area and the metal one on top of the e55r).

The easiest solution I can think of is to apply a flat black adhesive backed tape in that area. Here's one cut from a heat insulation tape. The orange color is the backing, before it is peeled to reveal the adhesive.


I need to test whether or not the silhouette is positively impacted by this. I didn't want to paint a flat black directly on the shroud because a lot of elements are already glued in, so masking them would be a challenge.
I'm also a bit aprehensive about using the heat insulation tape. I'm not sure if it can maintain its surface quality from the sunlight & HID exposure over time. I like the fact that it is thick and flexible, allowing a smooth transition into the steped area of the turn signal recess.
Let's see. Here's the list of topics to procrastinate so far:
- Extra flowing metal shapes (post #36)
- Cover / expose turn signal bulb from the side (post #52)
- Color scheme of the shroud (post #55)
- New: Frosted cover ahead of the LED diffuser (post #62)
Time to move to another area. One thing that seem to disrupt the overall silhouette of the headlight when lit in darkness is the reflection of the e55r's output on the bottom side of the shroud (circled red). This area creates a brighter glow compared to the stray light collector pieces (both the acrylic one in the turn signal area and the metal one on top of the e55r).

The easiest solution I can think of is to apply a flat black adhesive backed tape in that area. Here's one cut from a heat insulation tape. The orange color is the backing, before it is peeled to reveal the adhesive.
I need to test whether or not the silhouette is positively impacted by this. I didn't want to paint a flat black directly on the shroud because a lot of elements are already glued in, so masking them would be a challenge.
I'm also a bit aprehensive about using the heat insulation tape. I'm not sure if it can maintain its surface quality from the sunlight & HID exposure over time. I like the fact that it is thick and flexible, allowing a smooth transition into the steped area of the turn signal recess.
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