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Old Apr 26, 2007 | 09:10 PM
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Default Installing headlight conversion kit?

I have the WI-HL8A from YearOne Headlight conversion kit. Has anyone installed these? The sealed beam is deeper and wider than stock; do I need to enlarge the hole in the housing to make them fit or do I have the wrong kit it said it fits an 82?

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Old Apr 27, 2007 | 12:56 PM
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Not sure on the stock dimensions but Year One's website says the lens's that you purchased are 5-3/4" round. See below description.
Hope you got an upgraded harness or added relays to prevent any burning.


http://www.yearone.com/serverfiles/f...ain2.asp?cat=Q

"This headlight conversion kit is designed for you to be able to upgrade your vehicle's headlights from a sealed bulb unit to a replaceable H4 bulb unit. It features a clear "free form" reflector lens. Sold as a pair. SAE approved. Dimensions: 5-3/4" round. Bulbs not included."

This is a cheaper upgraded wire harness then .... but its not plug n play.
http://www.yearone.com/serverfiles/f...ain2.asp?cat=Q

The way more expensive route but it is plug n play.
http://www.vetteworksonline.com/cata...roducts_id/136

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