Who has Cab Lights on the roof ? Any Pics ? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

67-Cowboy · 07-18-2005, 10:38 PM

Does anybody have roof lights ? Maybe photos of trucks that do !?! Trying to deside what I want to do about mine, any input helps, thanks guys.

Robert1970C20rstbukt · 07-18-2005, 10:56 PM

Here's a couple pics. They look awesome on these trucks.

86SILVERADO · 07-18-2005, 11:23 PM

If it is a 67-68 these are what you need. Teardrop style they are still for sale in Jc Whitney catalog. Edit...

I guess Rob has already got me on there.

barn9 · 07-19-2005, 12:23 AM

I have a love/hate thing with mine, wish they were not there most of the time, but find them to be nice at night when pulling trailers or my boat. Maybe it's just me, but people on the highways at night seem to be better drivers when they think there is something coming their way with extra lights on it. And by the way, that is Yukon Jack setting shotgun, we were leaving a local car show when this was taken.

Robert1970C20rstbukt · 07-19-2005, 12:49 AM

LOL 86! But hey, that's a good lookin truck man!

I'm putting those lights on my truck too, the only thing I don't like about it is having to route the wires.

Castiron9 · 07-19-2005, 01:33 AM

This might give you a little prespective on how they look..I think they look great on one tons...I replaced mine and got them from NAPA.............Chevy's Rock...........

67-Cowboy · 07-19-2005, 08:20 PM

Great replies guys thanks; LB that's one sharp truck and that's a cool night time photo and the very look I want. Silverado I like the Chrome but the only concern I have with those are they sometimes leak, maybe we just always had cracked lenses on the old ranch truck. I do like the OEM look but maybe there is an aftermarket alternative that's better. What ever I choose I want it to look good, work right, and be replaceable, because I use my trucks and don't baby them. Thanks for the photos !!!

Putter · 07-20-2005, 10:00 AM

I have the ones with the chrome tails like pictured above. I am changeing the cab and they are not going on the new cab. (Grandpa put those things on there). I will be parting ways with them if you are interested. I don't have a picture on my computer (it crashed last week), but if you want to see, let me know.

*FUNMUDDER* · 07-20-2005, 10:44 AM

I kinda like the older F*rd cab lights. they arent too big or too small and they have a good look to them. Heck, if i didn't care about the lighting, i'd get some F*rd cab light lenses and glue them to the roof! LOL It would be dumb because they would be useless at night, but it would look good during the day.

67-Cowboy · 07-20-2005, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Putter

I have the ones with the chrome tails, they are not going on the new cab. I will be parting ways with them if you are interested.

Thanks Putter, I just may take you up on that. I do have a question for you tho ? Have your's leaked and do you think a guy could seal them up ?!?

**Yukon Jack** · 07-20-2005, 01:02 PM

Here are the roof lights on my buddy's 1 ton.

Paul72 · 07-20-2005, 07:13 PM

Here's my current projest. Can't see them too good, but I wouldn't trade them for anything. I think they'll look good w/ a 6" lift and 35's....

Paul

Iceman7642 · 07-20-2005, 07:18 PM

i do i do i do
i found my replacement ones at a napa store...in stock...wierd

roger0080 · 07-20-2005, 07:34 PM

Has anyone ever tried converting a non-lights cab roof to a lighted one using the factory metal?

If you cut out the factory roof section can you somehow weld it in/on a non-lighted cab or should one just keep looking for one being parted out?

**special-K** · 07-21-2005, 07:03 AM

I`ve installed factory clearance lights on a`71 I had in the same locations as the factory equipped trucks.They fit and looked just fine.I don`t know why GM went to the hassle and expense to make a special roof panel.It`s makes them more special now.I bought a cab this spring just because it was a cab-light,a/c,and hi-hump(and original paint & solid).

Putter · 07-21-2005, 09:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67-Cowboy

Thanks Putter, I just may take you up on that. I do have a question for you tho ? Have your's leaked and do you think a guy could seal them up ?!?

Never had a problem out of them and I know they have been on there a looooong time. And you can get replacement lenses at most truck stops, parts places, etc....in amber, red, blue, or clear?!?!

Mine (actually grandpa's at the time) was never equipped with them from the factory, so he had them installed later. Wires were easy to install with one small hole in the very front-upper-left-corner of the cab by the windshield. Might not even need that hole if the windshield had been out when we did it.

**chevy71super** · 07-21-2005, 01:10 PM

When I was in Helena Montana a couple of weeks ago scouting out a junk yard there were two factory cabs with the clearence light option. One roof was in good shape, the other was dented.

roger0080 · 07-24-2005, 09:49 AM

Has anyone actually tried to replace the the roof with the correct punched metal root?

LUV2XCLR8 · 07-24-2005, 09:55 AM

Can these be added to a truck that never had them, or is it a PITA

GMC71k20 · 07-24-2005, 10:26 AM

the cab is different. underneath each lense the cab has a bump.

CyberRanger · 07-24-2005, 01:20 PM

I'd like to add factory cab lights to my K20 primarily for safety. We drive 25 miles of one of Colorado's most dangerous sections of highway, US Hwy 287 between Fort Collins & Laramie, WY, gettin' to our home. The cab lights allow oncoming cars to see the top of the truck so they don't pass when they shouldn't. We've had to take to the ditch more than once when this happens, usually in our '02 Dodge 2500. Haven't had it happen since we added cab lights to it. There are long stretches where you can pass, but there are also dips in the highway where oncoming cars can't see your headlights. Everyone who lives up here runs with headlights on when drivin' this road.

What's the best way to locate the cab lights to match the factory locations? I've never had access to a cab lighted truck so I could make a template with measurements & references. If I did, I'd turn it into a image file & post it for public access.

CyberRanger

07-18-2005, 10:38 PM	#1
67-Cowboy Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Salem, Oregon U. S. of A. Posts: 69	Who has Cab Lights on the roof ? Any Pics ? Does anybody have roof lights ? Maybe photos of trucks that do !?! Trying to deside what I want to do about mine, any input helps, thanks guys. __________________ With God All things are possible; just get a bigger hammer !

07-18-2005, 10:56 PM	#2
Robert1970C20rstbukt Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Beeville, Texas Posts: 1,943	Here's a couple pics. They look awesome on these trucks. Attached Images __________________ RJD 1984 Chevrolet C30 welding truck 454/SM465 1977 GMC C15 pickup 350/TH350 1970 Chevrolet C20 pickup 350/TH400 1970 Chevrolet K20 Suburban 454/TH350 1969 GMC 8500 478M V6/5 spd winch truck

07-18-2005, 11:23 PM	#3
86SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hills of Western Mass Posts: 626	If it is a 67-68 these are what you need. Teardrop style they are still for sale in Jc Whitney catalog. Edit... I guess Rob has already got me on there. Attached Images __________________ 86 Silverado C10 back to 305 power! 67 C30 Dually Dump, with 350 transplant, Rockhauler 05 Duramax 3500 "If at first you don't succeed, try a bigger hammer" Member of the 1-Ton club! Last edited by 86SILVERADO; 07-18-2005 at 11:25 PM.

07-19-2005, 12:23 AM	#4
barn9 Half a bubble off! Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Winfield, Ks, USA Posts: 5,588	I have a love/hate thing with mine, wish they were not there most of the time, but find them to be nice at night when pulling trailers or my boat. Maybe it's just me, but people on the highways at night seem to be better drivers when they think there is something coming their way with extra lights on it. And by the way, that is Yukon Jack setting shotgun, we were leaving a local car show when this was taken. Attached Images __________________ Just call me LB. '71 Cheyenne, 402BB, hauls blondes, brunettes, or redheads.

07-19-2005, 12:49 AM	#5
Robert1970C20rstbukt Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Beeville, Texas Posts: 1,943	LOL 86! But hey, that's a good lookin truck man! I'm putting those lights on my truck too, the only thing I don't like about it is having to route the wires. __________________ RJD 1984 Chevrolet C30 welding truck 454/SM465 1977 GMC C15 pickup 350/TH350 1970 Chevrolet C20 pickup 350/TH400 1970 Chevrolet K20 Suburban 454/TH350 1969 GMC 8500 478M V6/5 spd winch truck

07-19-2005, 01:33 AM	#6
Castiron9 72 LONGHORN OWNER Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Seattle Wash. Posts: 963	This might give you a little prespective on how they look..I think they look great on one tons...I replaced mine and got them from NAPA.............Chevy's Rock........... Attached Images __________________ 72-SUPER CHEYENNE/20 LONGHORN 70-C/30 DUALLY

07-19-2005, 08:20 PM	#7
67-Cowboy Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Salem, Oregon U. S. of A. Posts: 69	Great replies guys thanks; LB that's one sharp truck and that's a cool night time photo and the very look I want. Silverado I like the Chrome but the only concern I have with those are they sometimes leak, maybe we just always had cracked lenses on the old ranch truck. I do like the OEM look but maybe there is an aftermarket alternative that's better. What ever I choose I want it to look good, work right, and be replaceable, because I use my trucks and don't baby them. Thanks for the photos !!! __________________ With God All things are possible; just get a bigger hammer !

07-20-2005, 10:00 AM	#8
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	I have the ones with the chrome tails like pictured above. I am changeing the cab and they are not going on the new cab. (Grandpa put those things on there). I will be parting ways with them if you are interested. I don't have a picture on my computer (it crashed last week), but if you want to see, let me know. __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

07-20-2005, 10:44 AM	#9
FUNMUDDER Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Maine Posts: 427	I kinda like the older Frd cab lights. they arent too big or too small and they have a good look to them. Heck, if i didn't care about the lighting, i'd get some Frd cab light lenses and glue them to the roof! LOL It would be dumb because they would be useless at night, but it would look good during the day.

07-20-2005, 01:02 PM	#11
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Here are the roof lights on my buddy's 1 ton. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

07-20-2005, 07:13 PM	#12
Paul72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Waterloo, IA Posts: 1,147	Here's my current projest. Can't see them too good, but I wouldn't trade them for anything. I think they'll look good w/ a 6" lift and 35's.... Paul Attached Images __________________ '72 Chevy K20 - 383/4sp/205 - SOLD after 41 years in the family Next project - K/5 Tahoe (71 Blazer on 99 Tahoe chassis) Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=789958

07-20-2005, 07:18 PM	#13
Iceman7642 P!$$ on Ford Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Federal Way, WA Posts: 334	i do i do i do i found my replacement ones at a napa store...in stock...wierd __________________ [FONT="Impact"][COLOR="Navy"]Michael Lowered 1972 C-20 Longbed with 350 and TH350 1995 Tahoe LS - Custom intake, k&n, TBI spacer, sweet tail lights, clear front lights... 2009 Nissan Versa I am 26, married, and we had our first baby in July of 2009

07-20-2005, 07:34 PM	#14
roger0080 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Carver County, Minnesota, USA Posts: 626	Has anyone ever tried converting a non-lights cab roof to a lighted one using the factory metal? If you cut out the factory roof section can you somehow weld it in/on a non-lighted cab or should one just keep looking for one being parted out? __________________ 72 Chev C-10 90% restored (former AZ truck) ... 71 Chev K-20 Cheyenne my vacation crusier... 72 Chev C-10 Now retired and striped after many faithful miles... 72 GMC 1500 Retired to the junk yard after bought new in '71...

07-21-2005, 07:03 AM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	I`ve installed factory clearance lights on a`71 I had in the same locations as the factory equipped trucks.They fit and looked just fine.I don`t know why GM went to the hassle and expense to make a special roof panel.It`s makes them more special now.I bought a cab this spring just because it was a cab-light,a/c,and hi-hump(and original paint & solid). __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-21-2005, 01:10 PM	#17
chevy71super Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: So Cal Posts: 658	When I was in Helena Montana a couple of weeks ago scouting out a junk yard there were two factory cabs with the clearence light option. One roof was in good shape, the other was dented.



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07-24-2005, 09:49 AM	#18
roger0080 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Carver County, Minnesota, USA Posts: 626	Has anyone actually tried to replace the the roof with the correct punched metal root? __________________ 72 Chev C-10 90% restored (former AZ truck) ... 71 Chev K-20 Cheyenne my vacation crusier... 72 Chev C-10 Now retired and striped after many faithful miles... 72 GMC 1500 Retired to the junk yard after bought new in '71...

07-24-2005, 09:55 AM	#19
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,484	Can these be added to a truck that never had them, or is it a PITA __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

07-24-2005, 10:26 AM	#20
GMC71k20 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: mass Posts: 1,277	the cab is different. underneath each lense the cab has a bump.

07-24-2005, 01:20 PM	#21
CyberRanger Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: North Central Colorado Posts: 38	I'd like to add factory cab lights to my K20 primarily for safety. We drive 25 miles of one of Colorado's most dangerous sections of highway, US Hwy 287 between Fort Collins & Laramie, WY, gettin' to our home. The cab lights allow oncoming cars to see the top of the truck so they don't pass when they shouldn't. We've had to take to the ditch more than once when this happens, usually in our '02 Dodge 2500. Haven't had it happen since we added cab lights to it. There are long stretches where you can pass, but there are also dips in the highway where oncoming cars can't see your headlights. Everyone who lives up here runs with headlights on when drivin' this road. What's the best way to locate the cab lights to match the factory locations? I've never had access to a cab lighted truck so I could make a template with measurements & references. If I did, I'd turn it into a image file & post it for public access. CyberRanger __________________ '71 K20 Custom Deluxe - 1 owner - Original 350 & 4 spd, Rams horn dual exhaust, Centerforce clutch, K&N 4"x15", factory tow hooks, 4" Skyjacker Softride, Rancho RSX9000s, custom Firestone AirRide overloads, 36" 305/85R16 10ply Buckshot Mudders, 4.11 gears

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