70SwingerGuy
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So Ive got a couple of mismatched headlights in my 70 Swinger and want to upgrade to something more modern and brighter, so what are you guys running for headlights that seem to work well?
Headlight Question
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I went with something similar to this kit in both my Valiant, Vixen and my truck, Gladys, EXCEPT, I pieced together the kit using NOS Cibie E code headlamps and good quality Osram bulbs. I also upgraded each one with the headlight relay harness. I used a Summit harness on the truck, but that was before @crackedback was offering his headlight relay harness. I got one of his for the Valiant and I recommend it. It's very high quality. Between the relay harness and the good quality E code headlamps, it's literally a night and day difference, pun intended.
I'm sorry. I forgot the link. Before you pull the trigger, let @slantsixdan tell you if those are any good or not. There are some Hellas he likes and some he doesn't.
I'm sorry. I forgot the link. Before you pull the trigger, let @slantsixdan tell you if those are any good or not. There are some Hellas he likes and some he doesn't.
Hella 7" Round E-code Hi-Lo Conversion Headlamp Kit.
Check out the deal on Hella 7" Round E-code Hi-Lo Conversion Headlamp Kit. at rallylights
www.rallylights.com
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70SwingerGuy
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@RustyRatRod Im glad Im not the only one to name my vehicles! My 70 Swinger is Cindy, and my 2014 GMC truck is Lola 
And thanks for the info, I had been looking at @crackedback relay harness as well, and will be going with it Im sure.
And thanks for the info, I had been looking at @crackedback relay harness as well, and will be going with it Im sure.
lol. Well, Gladys, my truck was the first one I ever named and I've had over 400 vehicles. I added some info to my post above.@RustyRatRod Im glad Im not the only one to name my vehicles! My 70 Swinger is Cindy, and my 2014 GMC truck is Lola
There pricy but Holley retro bright headlights are nice
https://www.holley.com/brands/holley_retrobright/
https://www.holley.com/brands/holley_retrobright/
Demonic
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Nice and expensive. They better last 15 yrs at that price.
I simply put in GE Nighthawks. Good headlights.
Kendog 170
Let the boy go !
I did too. Adding the relays helped brighthen things up too. I like the ones RRR suggested too.
I wouldn't waste money on LEDs to save my soul. Besides, I believe in every state, upgrading our cars to LEDs is illegal. Seems I remember reading that somewhere and it seemed legit. Dan will lay it on us when he chimes in.
TrailBeast
AKA Mopars4us on Youtube
GE Nighthawks with relays here.
Damn new fangled headlites blind my old ***!!!!
They were supposedly the shizzle for sealed beams. It's a shame they stopped producing them.
I lucked out and bought a few on clearance...frickin things were $50 apiece lol, clearances at like $10 I think.
They do have the "Sport" version??
https://www.amazon.ca/GE-H6024NHS-Nighthawk-Automotive-Headlight/dp/B0017ODW1C?tag=fabo03-20
They do have the "Sport" version??
https://www.amazon.ca/GE-H6024NHS-Nighthawk-Automotive-Headlight/dp/B0017ODW1C?tag=fabo03-20
I wonder what the difference is?
Kendog 170
Let the boy go !
I've been eyeing these.
Genuine Toyota OEM 81110-60P70 Koto Halogen Headlight Conversion Kit, Pair, FJ60 | eBay
Genuine Toyota OEM 81110-60P70 Koto Halogen Headlight Conversion Kit, Pair, FJ60 | eBay
mopowers
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Your local Toyota dealer has a great 7" halogen retrofit kit available for around 20-$25 that includes (2) Koito lamps and H4 bulbs. Ask for pn 8111060P70.
My cars are really nice to me so I'm NOT giving any of them girl names. lol@RustyRatRod Im glad Im not the only one to name my vehicles! My 70 Swinger is Cindy, and my 2014 GMC truck is Lola
And thanks for the info, I had been looking at @crackedback relay harness as well, and will be going with it Im sure.
I'll probably never know at $37 each lol. Reviews aren't the greatest either, but take that with a grain of salt, slice of lemon and tequila!
They're probably a cheaper version of the regular Nighthawk, but still likely better than a lot of sealed beams.
Kendog 170
Let the boy go !
My old friend Nic had a Rambler he called Sabastin. Rip.
Hate you bright light people.... it's like they are trying to burn my eyes out of my skull... and unless you live in the boonies i don't get why you want them, we have street lights...
DartGTDan
'71 Dart GT Fan
I used 2012 Jeep Wrangler headlamps in the Jaundiced GT. They bolt in, but the harness side connector needs to be changed. I also put them on relays.
70SwingerGuy
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I dont need aircraft landing lights, just something brighter than holding a couple of zippos in the front. But I do agree with you, some vehicles out there have lights so bright Im sure that the driver can see inside my skull. Then you get the guys who have to have all four(sometimes six) lights on at the same time in the city blinding you to the point of migraine, THOSE are the ones that I really hate.
yeah, the new wranglers are the worst about it.. the lights are insane
Nothing wrong with upgrading to some good halogen H4 conversions. The problem is all the idiots that don't know how to aim them correctly.
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