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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Body, Glass & Paint => Topic started by: IdahoMan on February 06, 2015, 09:32:16 pm
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My roof light lenses are getting cracked and I need some replacements.
Are there any OEM out there, or any very good aftermarket?
Thanks.
IM
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have you checked ebay
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Recon makes some low profile ones
See here for comparison: http://forum.73-87chevytrucks.com/smforum/index.php?topic=7921.msg50309#msg50309
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Recon makes some low profile ones
See here for comparison: http://forum.73-87chevytrucks.com/smforum/index.php?topic=7921.msg50309#msg50309
Thanks Captkaos.
I like the low-profile, but I'd have to drill new holes and do something with old ones.
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You could always replace the factory ones and just put the small LED bulbs in. That's what I'm gonna do with mine.
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OEM lens you say? GM P/N 684662 (old part number maybe discontinued).
However all is not lost.......
Truck-Lite 9069A is the actual GM OEM lens available through the aftermarket.
Truck-Lite 1313A is the actual GM OEM lens, and rubber base also available through non-GM sources.
I have several nos rubber bases in the GM bags that I am holding onto in case the brand new ones I just put on my '77 ever dry out. I also have brand new lenses (bought while GM still had them) that aren't all frosty. ;D
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http://www.truck-lite.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10001&productId=28601
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OEM lens you say? GM P/N 684662 (old part number maybe discontinued).
However all is not lost.......
Truck-Lite 9069A is the actual GM OEM lens available through the aftermarket.
Truck-Lite 1313A is the actual GM OEM lens, and rubber base also available through non-GM sources.
I have several nos rubber bases in the GM bags that I am holding onto in case the brand new ones I just put on my '77 ever dry out. I also have brand new lenses (bought while GM still had them) that aren't all frosty. ;D
Thank you for the info and link. I want to add that to my C20 when I get it done. I just have to harvest a wiring loom and find a truck to measure for placement. I knew I should have measured it before I sold it.
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Zieg, I added cab lights to my C20 that didn't originally have them. I have all of the factory measurements if you would like them. They are actually measurements on top of a pic of a roof so you can see EXACTLY where to place them.
As for sourcing a wiring harness, I know Chris doesn't have them unfortunately, but a competitor has them for $14.95.
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Zieg, I added cab lights to my C20 that didn't originally have them. I have all of the factory measurements if you would like them. They are actually measurements on top of a pic of a roof so you can see EXACTLY where to place them.
As for sourcing a wiring harness, I know Chris doesn't have them unfortunately, but one of the major resto parts suppliers ending in "truck" has them, $14.95.
Awesome, I will PM you my email address. Thanks
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Ok. Your welcome.
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http://www.truck-lite.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10001&productId=28601
Hmmmm....
I wish I could lay actual hands on these products and see what they are made of.
Here's what I have found. The price ranges vary. Are they all the same?
$15.49: http://www.classicparts.com/1973-91-Clearance-Lamp-Lens/productinfo/51-751/#.VNfL_CyH8qI
$12.15: http://www.gmpartsdirect.com/results.cfm?partnumber=684662
$6.51: http://www.class8truckparts.com/Truck-Lite-9069A-Rubber-Marker-684662/dp/B001NQERYA (cheaper on Amazon)
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here some led ones with the wires
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Set-5-Cab-clearance-1313A-Amber-Light-10-5730-SMD-194-bright-Amber-LED-for-Chevy-/181660029304?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=YbB%252FNqfC0trpiKars%252BogUA8BpO8%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
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here some led ones with the wires
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Set-5-Cab-clearance-1313A-Amber-Light-10-5730-SMD-194-bright-Amber-LED-for-Chevy-/181660029304?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2047675.l2557&nma=true&si=YbB%252FNqfC0trpiKars%252BogUA8BpO8%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc
I have that seller in my watching. I am really wanting OEM bases and OEM wiring loom. They seem to offer 3 different brightness LED's probably go for the middle one if I choose anything. I will be on the hunt for OEM first
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im wanting my truck to light up light a Christmas tree when i get done with her. prob get the running boards that have lights in them also
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That stock set with the led bulbs are cool.
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Idahoman-
Those Truck-Lite part numbers I provided are the actual GM pieces. The lenses on my '77 came from a GM dealer in a GM box. The GM part number is molded into the bottom while the top has "Signal Stat" on it which is the Truck-Lite trade name.
You can trust me on this. The Truck-Lite pieces ARE OEM GM. :)
Buy the cheapest under the Truck-Lite name and you should be gtg.
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Idahoman-
Those Truck-Lite part numbers I provided are the actual GM pieces. The lenses on my '77 came from a GM dealer in a GM box. The GM part number is molded into the bottom while the top has "Signal Stat" on it which is the Truck-Lite trade name.
You can trust me on this. The Truck-Lite pieces ARE OEM GM. :)
Buy the cheapest under the Truck-Lite name and you should be gtg.
This is great to know. Thanks.
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Sweet.
Thanks.
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Just got'm. Excellent.
Now what to do about the drying/brittle base rubber? I don't think just outright replacing will do. Is there a good way of keeping seals/gaskets supple/soft/protected/un-brittle?
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Don't forget it took 30-40 years for them to get that way. You might try some of that stuff that gets sprayed on tires to make them shiny. We all have various brands we prefer (convo for another day) or maybe even some vinyl dressing type stuff, used to keep dashboards and similar materials from drying out in the sun and keep them moist and clean.
Just an idea, but we have this stuff at work our detailers use for black plastic trim and tires and I spray it on the outside plastics, all the front, side markers, tail lights and roof lights, has a uv blocker in it to help slow down the effects of sun on the plastic. Been working good for me for a few years now since I started using it. Does great on old faded black plastic too, don't have any of that tho lol.