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Old 11-06-2015, 10:23 PM   #1
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headlight knob

hey guys,
just curious..... my truck has a black headlight knob, and a black wiper knob. all the other knobs and cigg lighter are chrome..the black knobs have the same shape, just different color
im looking to get a new headlight switch, and the switches i see online with chrome knob looks different from the other knobs... is that the correct knob with teeth around outside?
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Old 11-07-2015, 01:56 PM   #2
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Re: headlight knob

the pic posted is universal switch not 55-59 switch
brothers has a 55-59 headlight switch as does lmc truck

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Old 11-07-2015, 01:59 PM   #3
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Re: headlight knob

So does the Car & Truck Shop. I buy from them because they're relatively local to me. BUT I've read several guys have bad things to say about their customer service if you order.
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Old 11-07-2015, 04:54 PM   #4
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Re: headlight knob

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the pic posted is universal switch not 55-59 switch
brothers has a 55-59 headlight switch as does lmc truck

oh ok, so the 55-59 switch doesnt come with a new knob..... is the factory knob the black one i have? just curious if these trucks rolled off with matching knobs, or some black and some chrome?
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Old 11-07-2015, 05:25 PM   #5
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Re: headlight knob

Came with matching knobs from the factory. Can't speak for other suppliers but the one I bought from C & T Shop came with a chrome knob matching my others.
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Old 11-07-2015, 06:39 PM   #6
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Re: headlight knob

Standard knob finish was black. GMC was white. Chrome came with deluxe package for Chevy and GMC. A lot of places sell the correct chrome knob and shaft for guys wanting to upgrade from black. Get the correct switch, not a universal, so it will be plug and play with aftermarket and factory wiring harnesses.
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