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Dingfodgy · 07-08-2008, 05:31 PM

Now that I'm the proud owner of a 4-eyed GMC- I've been pondering how to upgrade the lighting. Being as I have to buy 4 headlights and the Hella / Cibie / Bosch retailers don't generally price a 5.75" H4 unit lower than a 7" one- I'll end up spending 2x the price as you Chevy guys. This got me thinking....if I'm gonna be dropping $200-$300 for quality e-code headlights anyways, maybe I'll try to find something a little further off the beaten path.
Here's what I found:
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Granted the bracketry is for an E30 BMW, but with a little tweekin' I think I can shoe horn the modules into my GMC mounts.

Whaddya'll think?

Long Roof · 07-08-2008, 06:05 PM

How much do those little beauties cost? I say give it a shot (because its on your dime not mine)

redhead69 · 07-08-2008, 07:22 PM

Id say just get some new bulbs and do the headlight relay mod in the FAQ section.. cheap and a great upgrade from stock!

*72lb4x4* · 07-08-2008, 07:26 PM

I agree w/ Red. Make sure the core support has a good ground and get some replacement halogen sealed beams and it will probably make a big difference.

I guess I'm cheap, but at least on my truck the money is better spent on fixing more urgent problems.

ckhd · 07-08-2008, 07:30 PM

My halogen sealed beams are brighter than any composite headlight I've owned. Factory or aftermarket.

Are they two different colors? Gray and blue? Looks like it in the pic. I'd go with the gray looking one personally. They's probably look pretty cool.

energiesource · 07-08-2008, 08:25 PM

just get some of these and buy an HID kit.
it'll look better IMO

Dingfodgy · 07-08-2008, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by ckhd

Are they two different colors? Gray and blue? Looks like it in the pic. I'd go with the gray looking one personally. They's probably look pretty cool.

Actually, the photo shows one set with the "Halo's" off and the other has them lit up. That's kinda why I like them- I can run just the halo's while cruisin' at dusk or when parked.

At about 2-fiddy a set, including H1/H3 bulbs, sockets and relays, I think I'll give 'em a shot. I'll post up some pics when I make some progress.

petey-pablo · 07-09-2008, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by energiesource

just get some of these and buy an HID kit.
it'll look better IMO

energiesource Those look great where can I get a set of those are they pricey? Do you have a link? thanks...

GMC Jim · 07-09-2008, 05:55 AM

Dingfodgy is asking about headlamps for the 4 eyed GMC......Rehead, 72LB4X4 and Dingfodgy.... what are the lamp numbers you are using.???..( 4 lamp GMC System )

07-08-2008, 05:31 PM	#1
Dingfodgy Lemme show you something!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: St.Helens, OR. Posts: 876	Sick or Sickening? Now that I'm the proud owner of a 4-eyed GMC- I've been pondering how to upgrade the lighting. Being as I have to buy 4 headlights and the Hella / Cibie / Bosch retailers don't generally price a 5.75" H4 unit lower than a 7" one- I'll end up spending 2x the price as you Chevy guys. This got me thinking....if I'm gonna be dropping $200-$300 for quality e-code headlights anyways, maybe I'll try to find something a little further off the beaten path. Here's what I found: Granted the bracketry is for an E30 BMW, but with a little tweekin' I think I can shoe horn the modules into my GMC mounts. Whaddya'll think? __________________ '67 CST-10 LWB ("Crusty") SOLD '67 GMC SWB ("Murdock") 2000 K1500 Suburban ("Betty") '95 BMW 325i ("Joy")

07-08-2008, 06:05 PM	#2
Long Roof Old School, New Style Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Monroeville, Ohio Posts: 790	Re: Sick or Sickening? How much do those little beauties cost? I say give it a shot (because its on your dime not mine) __________________ The Good: - 72 GMC Jimmy 4x4 - 307 cid / 350 th - 70 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - 454 cid /400 th - 96 Chevy Impala SS - mainly stock - 98 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 - all stock The Bad: - 86 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 4x4 - winter beater The Ugly: - 72 Chevy Suburban 1/2T 2wd - parts truck

07-08-2008, 07:22 PM	#3
redhead69 fugedaboutit Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Gresham, OR Posts: 832	Re: Sick or Sickening? Id say just get some new bulbs and do the headlight relay mod in the FAQ section.. cheap and a great upgrade from stock! __________________ Currently truckless

07-08-2008, 07:26 PM	#4
72lb4x4 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: DFW Posts: 1,427	Re: Sick or Sickening? I agree w/ Red. Make sure the core support has a good ground and get some replacement halogen sealed beams and it will probably make a big difference. I guess I'm cheap, but at least on my truck the money is better spent on fixing more urgent problems.

07-08-2008, 07:30 PM	#5
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	Re: Sick or Sickening? My halogen sealed beams are brighter than any composite headlight I've owned. Factory or aftermarket. Are they two different colors? Gray and blue? Looks like it in the pic. I'd go with the gray looking one personally. They's probably look pretty cool. __________________ my 2¢ - t.i.o.l.i. Bowen 1968 K20 fleet 1969 K10 swb fleet 1972 K10 Suburban 1972 C10 lwb step 1992 K1500 'burb 1995 K2500 'burb 1997 C1500 'burb 1999 K1500 2000 K1500 'burb Why do I own so many Suburbans?

07-08-2008, 08:25 PM	#6
energiesource Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Edmonton, AB, CAN Posts: 346	Re: Sick or Sickening? just get some of these and buy an HID kit. it'll look better IMO

07-09-2008, 05:55 AM	#9
GMC Jim Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 901	Re: Sick or Sickening? Dingfodgy is asking about headlamps for the 4 eyed GMC......Rehead, 72LB4X4 and Dingfodgy.... what are the lamp numbers you are using.???..( 4 lamp GMC System ) __________________ '71 GMC;fleetside;PB/PS/AC/CC/402 Eng./Custom Paint/110,000act miles/3 fuel tanks(52gal).



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