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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => 73-87 Chevy & GMC Trucks => Topic started by: txtj79 on July 27, 2008, 04:01:43 pm

Title: Upgrading Headlights?
Post by: txtj79 on July 27, 2008, 04:01:43 pm

My dad wants to upgrade his headlights on his '76 Chevy.  Is there anyone who can give me an idea of what the options are wouldn't mind sharing the info?

Thanks in advance....

-T.J.

Title: Re: Upgrading Headlights?
Post by: bowtieguy on July 27, 2008, 04:26:07 pm

I am running these on my 79. LINK TO   won't work!  GGRR!

have not upgraded to silverlights or anything better yet, but plan to.  Seems pretty good after dark too.

Title: Re: Upgrading Headlights?
Post by: 78 Chevyrado on July 27, 2008, 09:47:50 pm

I bought sylvania silverstars for every vehicle I have and I love them.  They Have a bluer light so when driving at night everything doesn't look so "brown" for lack of a better term.  I think they are about $20 a piece but they last forever just like halogens, but are way brighter and a more pleasant light.  The silverstar part number for 73-79 is H6024ST.  You can also brighten your lights by installing an aftermarket headlight harness, which will draw power for the lights directly from the battery instead of having the power go through the light switch first.

Title: Re: Upgrading Headlights?
Post by: eventhorizon66 on July 28, 2008, 10:24:56 am

I've been planning to put in a relay harness (what 78 Chevyrado is referring to) as outlined in this (http://www.73-87.com/7387garage/exterior/headlight_relay.htm) article.  I've heard they make a huge difference.

pssst...bowtieguy...I think you sneezed when you were typing the link in your post.

Title: Re: Upgrading Headlights?
Post by: DnStClr on July 28, 2008, 10:41:14 am

Yeah- you typed a bad link there, Bowtieguy.
Thanks for the link to the headlights harness, Eventhorizon66. I just bought another truck and wanted to check that out. Just like you knew I was lookin for it! :D

Title: Re: Upgrading Headlights?
Post by: VileZambonie on July 28, 2008, 02:04:34 pm

I don't think Chris has a problem with these other companies, it's just people not looking here first. If he sells something they sell he can most likely beat their price for you. It's no secret who the other companies are. Check with Chris first when here otherwise even if it's not in the online catalog. I believe those words are just on a temporary ban (I could be wrong though)

Title: Re: Upgrading Headlights?
Post by: bowtieguy on July 28, 2008, 02:45:13 pm

Yup, I would say that is the problem.  You can get a clear head light with replacable bulbs.  They are nice!

Title: Re: Upgrading Headlights?
Post by: eventhorizon66 on July 28, 2008, 05:36:16 pm

Quote from: VileZambonie on July 28, 2008, 02:04:34 pm

I don't think Chris has a problem with these other companies, it's just people not looking here first.

Yeah, I don't know how many times someone (usually a newbie, but not always) has posted on here "where can I find a ..." when all they have to do is check the link at the top.  Knuckleheads.  BTW I'm in the market for a cowl hood.  Anyone know where I can get a good deal on one?

Title: Re: Upgrading Headlights?
Post by: Captkaos on July 28, 2008, 05:46:06 pm

Quote from: eventhorizon66 on July 28, 2008, 05:36:16 pm

BTW I'm in the market for a cowl hood.  Anyone know where I can get a good deal on one?

You wanna get smacked don't you :D  LOL

http://www.thehoffmangroup.com/autoloc/product.lasso?prodinc=headlights

Title: Re: Upgrading Headlights?
Post by: txtj79 on July 29, 2008, 05:23:22 pm

Thanks for the info guys.  I think I'm gonna give the silverstars a shot.

-T.J.