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**CPNE** · 01-15-2004, 11:33 AM

This!

Bill72BB · 01-15-2004, 01:05 PM

I got my H4 conversion kit from http://www.carolinaclassictrucks.com/

He is also a member of the board.
One of the best mod I ever done for the truck.

Lippyp · 01-15-2004, 01:14 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Hooter
what is the point of the bottom bulb?

In Europe our parking lights are usually integrated into the headlights. (some older European classics may have a seperate small clear light fitting) We don't do orange parking lights at all. The E mark means that it ha been approved for use in Europe.

Andy4639 · 01-15-2004, 02:21 PM

I did this a few years ago at the show in Myrtle Beach. They made a huge difference at night, I couldn't beleive them. No modifacation's at all, just install and go. I don't remember the name of them though. I may have the boxes at home I will check and post later tonight.

jay-dawg · 01-16-2004, 02:03 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Lippyp

In Europe our parking lights are usually integrated into the headlights. (some older European classics may have a seperate small clear light fitting) We don't do orange parking lights at all. The E mark means that it ha been approved for use in Europe.

That's what I want to do. I want to get rid of the stock lights in the grill and integrate them into the headlights. I also want to use the tri bar setup above.

Jay

Lippyp · 01-17-2004, 07:58 AM

What will you do for turn signals?

jay-dawg · 01-18-2004, 01:11 AM

Do like the mercedes and integrate them into the headlight.

Project1970 · 01-18-2004, 01:05 PM

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Originally posted by CPNE
This!

Yeah, but what's the best upgrade AFTER that?

**CPNE** · 01-18-2004, 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Project1970

Yeah, but what's the best upgrade AFTER that?

Probably any one of the fine serious answers to this thread, though a GMC grille and quad headlight setup is hard to top IMO.

gonebad2 · 01-18-2004, 02:21 PM

Got these off ebay yesterday. Pretty good deal for under $20.00 a pair. These are the smaller ones for the GMC. The guy had other auctions for 7" Chevy lights. They come with a lifetime guarantee( for whatever that's worth). Even if the bulbs don't last long, there are alot of companies that make high quality bulbs that will fit these.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2454497767

Longhorn Man · 01-18-2004, 03:26 PM

man...20 bucks for those seems too good to be true. Let us know what you think of them when you get them and install them. I know I'm interested.

Project1970 · 01-18-2004, 03:35 PM

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Originally posted by Longhorn Man
man...20 bucks for those seems too good to be true. Let us know what you think of them when you get them and install them. I know I'm interested.

I'm with stupid...er...um...

$20 plus $17 shipping makes it nearly $40...then double it and you've got $80 for all four lights. So it's not a smoking deal...but not a bad one either.

Longhorn Man · 01-18-2004, 04:27 PM

Good point about the 80 bucks after all is said and done...and a relay kit is pretty much manditory on any upgrade, so add a few more bucks.

Project1970 · 01-18-2004, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Longhorn Man
Good point about the 80 bucks after all is said and done...and a relay kit is pretty much manditory on any upgrade, so add a few more bucks.

I've still got to do a relay kit on my truck. I do too much driving at night to deal with my lame halogens.

gonebad2 · 01-18-2004, 08:12 PM

They are almost double that price from other suppliers I have seen. And you still have to pay shipping on top of that. Last set I bought was for a '68 Camaro. I got them from RB's Custom Rods. They were $65.00 each and $18.00 shipping and handling. Longhornman, I'll let you know how they are when I get them. I'll also ask the seller if he is willing to combine shipping if four are purchased.

gonebad2 · 01-18-2004, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Project1970

I'm with stupid...er...um...

$20 plus $17 shipping makes it nearly $40...then double it and you've got $80 for all four lights. So it's not a smoking deal...but not a bad one either.

If you find a better price, let the board know. I know I'm always looking for a deal. It's too bad shipping costs are a fact of life. UPS should be free to all the people.

Longhorn Man · 01-19-2004, 01:06 AM

Screw UPS, all they do is smash your stuff.
I have only gotten 3 items in good shape from the stupid brown truck, but I have only had one item get damaged with the Postal Service.

gonebad2 · 01-19-2004, 01:28 AM

I would have to agree with you on UPS and how they treat packages Longhornman. I could only imagine what a piece of sheetmetal would look like after UPS had it for a week...."What can brown do for you"? Besides lose and break my stuff....I got a piece of 48"x48"x 1/2" thick smoked plexiglass from a guy in PA. UPS completely destroyed it. It was shipped in a new white colored box and had a big tire tread mark running the entire length of it. I think the driver was cool when he delivered it. He did point out the damage and advised me to refuse it. I finally got a replacement but it was a PITA.

Longhorn Man · 01-19-2004, 01:42 AM

The one that ticked me off the most was a gasket kit for my caddy engine. The driver had 4 or 5 boxes in his hands coming out of the truck, so he FOLDED the gasket kit in half and put it under his arm.
Stupid bastard.

01-15-2004, 11:33 AM	#26
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01-15-2004, 01:05 PM	#27
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,979	I got my H4 conversion kit from http://www.carolinaclassictrucks.com/ He is also a member of the board. One of the best mod I ever done for the truck. __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

01-15-2004, 02:21 PM	#29
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Up Graded Head Light's I did this a few years ago at the show in Myrtle Beach. They made a huge difference at night, I couldn't beleive them. No modifacation's at all, just install and go. I don't remember the name of them though. I may have the boxes at home I will check and post later tonight. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

01-17-2004, 07:58 AM	#31
Lippyp English Chevy Owner Join Date: May 2002 Location: Shropshire, UK/ Lot, France Posts: 1,848	What will you do for turn signals? __________________ Phil '67 C10 long fleet. 350/TH350, 4 bbl Carter, K&N, Dual exhaust, loads of stuff coming soon 2001 S10 Blazer Daily Driver, bone stock 4 door 4x4 with manual transmission

01-18-2004, 01:11 AM	#32
jay-dawg chevelito Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Honolulu, HI USA Posts: 1,609	Do like the mercedes and integrate them into the headlight. __________________ New deadline...when my son can drive. Aloha from Honolulu, HI

01-18-2004, 02:21 PM	#35
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	Got these off ebay yesterday. Pretty good deal for under $20.00 a pair. These are the smaller ones for the GMC. The guy had other auctions for 7" Chevy lights. They come with a lifetime guarantee( for whatever that's worth). Even if the bulbs don't last long, there are alot of companies that make high quality bulbs that will fit these.http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...tem=2454497767 __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

01-18-2004, 03:26 PM	#36
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	man...20 bucks for those seems too good to be true. Let us know what you think of them when you get them and install them. I know I'm interested.

01-18-2004, 04:27 PM	#38
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Good point about the 80 bucks after all is said and done...and a relay kit is pretty much manditory on any upgrade, so add a few more bucks.

01-18-2004, 08:12 PM	#40
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	They are almost double that price from other suppliers I have seen. And you still have to pay shipping on top of that. Last set I bought was for a '68 Camaro. I got them from RB's Custom Rods. They were $65.00 each and $18.00 shipping and handling. Longhornman, I'll let you know how they are when I get them. I'll also ask the seller if he is willing to combine shipping if four are purchased. __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul!

01-19-2004, 01:06 AM	#42
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Screw UPS, all they do is smash your stuff. I have only gotten 3 items in good shape from the stupid brown truck, but I have only had one item get damaged with the Postal Service.

01-19-2004, 01:28 AM	#43
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	I would have to agree with you on UPS and how they treat packages Longhornman. I could only imagine what a piece of sheetmetal would look like after UPS had it for a week...."What can brown do for you"? Besides lose and break my stuff....I got a piece of 48"x48"x 1/2" thick smoked plexiglass from a guy in PA. UPS completely destroyed it. It was shipped in a new white colored box and had a big tire tread mark running the entire length of it. I think the driver was cool when he delivered it. He did point out the damage and advised me to refuse it. I finally got a replacement but it was a PITA. __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul! Last edited by gonebad2; 01-19-2004 at 01:34 AM.

01-19-2004, 01:42 AM	#44
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	The one that ticked me off the most was a gasket kit for my caddy engine. The driver had 4 or 5 boxes in his hands coming out of the truck, so he FOLDED the gasket kit in half and put it under his arm. Stupid bastard.

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