cloudy reflector?

Rothrandir · Jun 8, 2003

i just noticed last night that the reflector on my e2e has become very cloudy on the lower third /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif

i'm not sure what it is, but it's whitish and cloudy...

has anyone else had this happen?

i think i'm going to drop surefire an email...

this_is_nascar · Jun 8, 2003

It's a common occurance which occurs if you run your E2E for an extended period of time. I beleive it's from the build-up of heat.

Rothrandir · Jun 8, 2003

long time?! i haven't run it for over 3 minutes at a time...
i carry other lights for extended use...this is for short bursts.

i thought that might be the case...but given it's usage i ruled it out.

does this mean surefire will just say "sorry...it happens"?

chamenos · Jun 8, 2003

might be water vapour if you've exposed it to water (and some got in). try opening it up and leaving it to dry.

Rothrandir · Jun 8, 2003

nope...no water

this_is_nascar · Jun 8, 2003

I've only see it occur after extended constant runtime.

Rothrandir · Jun 8, 2003

definately not the case here /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/icon3.gif

chamenos · Jun 8, 2003

hmm if you can't fix it get surefire to send you a new one or something...

Size15's · Jun 8, 2003

Does your reflector remain cloudy all the time or just when it is being used?

What is the serial number of your E2e please.

Thanks

Al

Rothrandir · Jun 8, 2003

it is always cloudy (i have a hard time seeing the reflector when it's on /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif ). the number is a13015.

is there anything i could do to fix this?

this_is_nascar · Jun 8, 2003

Unscrew the bezel cap, carefully clean the reflector and screw the beze cap back on. Us a scrap wrench to avoid marring of the HA.

PaulW · Jun 8, 2003

Strap wrench?

flownosaj · Jun 8, 2003

No-no, he meant scrap wrench. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

-Jason

Size15's · Jun 8, 2003

I urge you don't break the seal of the bezel.

I suggest that you call 800 828 8809. Talk to the friendly staff at SureFire and arrange to get a replacement exchanged.

tsg68 · Jun 8, 2003

Do what Al says, put the flashlight down, now slowly back away from the flashlight!!! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

Seriously though, If you call Surefire you will be amazed at how helpful they are, they recently sent a replacement bezel for my C2 in 5 days after I dropped and damaged it. I didn't need to explain, beg, detail or send in the old bezel. Just call them up and tell them the story. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

TSG /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

this_is_nascar · Jun 8, 2003

You can either call them for a replacement and wait several weeks or do like I suggested and have the issue resolved in 45-seconds. I won't lose sleep either way and yes, I meant to say strap wrench.

tsg68 · Jun 8, 2003

You could do both, make a free call for a replacement and if they'll send you one, you could clean up the other and not have to worry about screwing it up! Then when the new one arrives sell the other on B/S/T to a modder or someone who needs it and everyone wins!! Woohoo!!!! /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/yellowlaugh.gif

TSG /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Size15's · Jun 8, 2003

If you break the seal, how are you planning to re-seal it?

A.

this_is_nascar · Jun 8, 2003

The only seal to be broken is the lok-tite on the threads. I've found that most of the lok-tite doesn't come off after unscrewing the bezel cap anyway. He can either add more or (my preference) let the heat of day-to-day usage re-set the lok-tite which is left on the treads. It actually works quite well.

Size15's · Jun 8, 2003

If the reflector has gone cloudy is it likely that it can be cleaned without damaging the reflector?
What is to stop the reflector clouding up again?

Okay so the bezel can be taken apart and put back together again. Will it actually solve the problem?

I guess I'd personally rather wait for SureFire Customer Service then take a chance that could end up with ruining the reflector.

Al

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