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Man, it sounds like you got a real deal on the engine. What's the story on the lights? Are they really bright? Are you gonna run them through a relay? Bug-eyed that's an interesting description. Looking straight on they look pretty normal. from the side they do stick out a little more than usual but not too much to bother me. I like the idea and I bet they are way bright than the old school ones.
I may steal the idea too when I get that far along.

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Looking forward to the 6.0 install....and by the sounds of things you got a great deal! Were you able to get the comp/wiring/pedal or anything else with it?

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Nice truck. Thanks for taking us along.

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Hoping they're a functional and not just an aesthetic upgrade. Ready for yours, too, master of suspense :lol:
Thanks, me too!
Thanks! Didn't want it to end up like my Blazer project...
Paid $600 for the complete take-out; couldn't pass it up. Hoping they're brighter; already have done the "relay mod" and will do a comparison when I install them.
It's a good deal even if it needs a rebuild; hope it doesn't- for budget/timeline sake. Got the wiring, ECM, accessories, sensors, etc with it- no pedal as it is drive by cable, which I wanted for simplicity.
Thanks for coming along :chevy:
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I LOVE IT ....i like the bubble look !! didnt happen to find an extra set of pigtails did you ? my Dodge store wants 19 apiece for them, the salvage i deal with doesnt have any JEEPS

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wait..."not on my 69"..do you have another project you arent telling us about ?????

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There are some new on eBay for $4 or so- Amazon, too. I got these from two different late model F-150s (should be on all newer F-series and Dodge trucks); they are like hens' teeth- I prolly looked at ten trucks to find two- and had to buy an engine in the process- good luck!

You know he likes a surprise :lol:

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SWEET thanks..didnt know the fords were the same

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Got the Jeep lights installed tonight. They are basically a direct fit, with the exception of swapping the sockets to H13/9008 style and minor trimming to the buckets to clear a 'nub' on the back of the headlights.

I used connectors from '05-up F*rd trucks. Blue=low beam, green=high beam, black=ground...

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So I guess the adjustments are the same? Next time I'm over, I'm gonna look you up. I would love yo see this truck in person. My mom works out ay the GM plant. I need to get my butt out there and see her soon....
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Here's a side-by-side of the new vs 'old light; Jeep on the left. Notice how the light is more spread out, with a defined upper cut-off, like most modern headlights. The second pic shows the old Sylvania sealed beams cast a lot of extra light just in front of the truck, out of sight from the driver's seat.

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Overall, the new lights are more focused, and offer a better view of the sides of the road. They are not noticeably brighter than before, but I had basically the best I could do, with Xtra Vision bulbs and the relay mod. These would be a great upgrade over stock, and add a bit of a custom look- according to my wife :chevy:

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They're attached to the stock buckets, so they adjust exactly the same as they used to...

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Good no GREAT thread. Tons of great info. Thanks!!!!!

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Ok so you stole it so I'm going to do it. Lol what year head light out of the jeep? 07-12 I'm guessing.
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Thank you! Most of these ideas come from other members here...
Yup, if that's the current body style known as JK. Good luck!

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Nice work on the headlight install. I am definetly stealing this idea. I may have some questions when I get to that point. Hope you don't mind. Wiring is my weakness.
So the LS isn't going in this truck? Secret project?

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No problem- I don't mind helping at all- it's actually a pretty simple upgrade, as far as wiring goes :) The 6.0L is slated for my '70- the conversation was on 72BlckButy's 'secret' project. He likes to build suspense :lol:

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Little late finding this, it's scary because I agree with everything you did to the truck, and I usually find something about every build I don't like.

Great job:)

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Looks awesome! I may have to borrow the headlight idea, if I can find a good deal on some.

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Ditto to the others, great read, nice documentation, information, and pics. I came across this thread in an internet search for c10s with Showwheels Streeters ( a Centerline knockoff ) and have allways liked the hoodride style especially when done to this caliber.Great truck.
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Not sure what a hoodride is, brings to mind hydros and spokes :lol: but thanks! The Centerline Streeters are actually Showwheels with the name machined off...
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Thanks a lot! :chevy:
I think you'll be happy if you do. I may do an FAQ for the forum...
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I seen you cruising this beast the other day i would really like to check it out sometime man

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FAQ it up, I plan on searching around for this type setup when the time comes after seeing your results

I bet lots would benefit who aren't watching the build thread
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