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Tpower66 07-21-2013 09:40 PM

Bright headlights
 
Anyone know where to get replacement headlights that are brighter than regular halogen for 66 gto.

242177P 07-21-2013 11:46 PM

Without adequate power, you really haven't given those halogens a chance. The OEM wiring harness isn't up to the task anyways, so add some relays first.

If they aren't bright enough after that... :noidea:

abefromen 07-22-2013 11:23 AM

http://www.ebay.com/itm/370657089575...84.m1423.l2649

Tpower66 07-22-2013 04:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 242177P (Post 4980114)
Without adequate power, you really haven't given those halogens a chance. The OEM wiring harness isn't up to the task anyways, so add some relays first.

If they aren't bright enough after that... :noidea:

Is their a "do it yourself" relay kit that can be added.

abefromen 07-22-2013 06:22 PM

Yeah, the link I posted doesn't get much more do it yourself than that.

Old Goat 67 07-22-2013 06:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by abefromen (Post 4980642)
Yeah, the link I posted doesn't get much more do it yourself than that.


Oh, yes it does. Two relays and some connectors.

The link you posted is for only two headlights also.

PurplePackFan 07-25-2013 09:34 AM

Brighter Headlights
 
Check out this article from MAD Enterprises. It describes how to convert your headlights to work through relays. Very informative, you can buy the kit from them or better yet, just go get some cheap relays at the parts store or Radio Shack and get to wiring. Actually very simple.

http://www.madelectrical.com/electri...adlights.shtml

Singleton 07-25-2013 12:24 PM

I wonder if this relay kit would work for a 66 GTO? A 66 Chevelle is listed as an application, but not 66 gto.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/CERAMIC-H4-H...item4847c662d5

PurplePackFan 07-25-2013 12:41 PM

Here's another description and diagram on how to do it and a diagram. I wouldn't bother with the harness from eBay. JMHO

http://www.rowand.net/Shop/Tech/Wiri...ightRelays.htm

abefromen 07-25-2013 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PurplePackFan (Post 4982973)
I wouldn't bother with the harness from eBay. JMHO

Why? Not everyone wants to piece together their own harness with parts bought at Radio Shack.

Old Goat 67 07-25-2013 01:56 PM

Why? Because what fun is it to NOT think and then do?

IE, let someone else do your thinking for you and see where you wind up?

abefromen 07-26-2013 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Goat 67 (Post 4983029)
Why? Because what fun is it to NOT think and then do?

IE, let someone else do your thinking for you and see where you wind up?


Ever think that someones idea of fun IS installing a plug and play harness like this as compared to making one up? Maybe they don't have the time or skills required.

In regards to wiring, your idea of FUN isn't everyone elses. :rolleyes:

There are plenty of other aspects of this hobby one can think for himself and have their fun.

Old Goat 67 07-26-2013 12:39 PM

Throwing money away is not my idea of fun!


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