Need to replace my tail light lenses, preferrably with NOS anyone know a good source? :chevy

 

It was either Wilcox or TLD that had the best prices on genuine GM NOS. I forget which one of the two that I purchased mine from. Either companies are winners in my book.

 

Thanks nunus79 but I'am not familiar with either vendor? Do they have a WEB site? :confused:


[Modified by Bond007, 3:03 AM 1/2/2002]

 

I got mine from ZIP right here in the Forum Mall. Go with the US-built not with the imported repros.

 

Try these links: http://www.yankeelady.com/willcox/willcox3.htm http://www.tld-corvette.com

I think I got mine from TLD (The Last Detail).

 

If you're not looking for brand new, they show up on ebay quite often. I got a nice pair in good condition for less than $20 for my '78.

JB

'78SA

 

Got mine from Dr. Rebuild, complete set $209.00.....

 

If your lenses aren't cracked, then they can be buffed to bring the shine and luster back. I polished my 73 lenses with a loose buffing wheel on a bench grinder using a very light touch and Wenol blue auto polishing compound. The 73's have stainless trim rings that dull and tarnish with age. The stainless rings shine like they are new after being polished, and the lenses have that new deep red "wet look." The polishing process worked outstanding, and fit my budget of.... no cost because I had the items already on the shelf, though a bench grinder costs around $50, and the buffing wheel and supplies can be gotten from Eastwood, or other similiar supplier for about $25. I don't mind buying buying equipment and tools that will be used for years to come. Because I do have vast supply of buffing supplies, I also prefer aluminum and stainless over chrome any day. Simply because chrome rusts with age and neglect, while aluminum is forever and can be repolished for that "like new shine" to be brought out again.
4 tailight lenses @$200+ is way beyond reality in my book.
But, then again, 7 vehicles in the stables and 3 being worked on at the same time, with 3 others waiting in the wings, is way beyond reality for many other people too. Thank god I don't have kids to ruin "the good life."
"TEACH"

 

Teach,
I agree. They can be buffed. In fact by hand. This product used the the Harley crowd is just fine. Great for alloy wheels also.

 

Thanks for all the HELP fellow VETTEHEADS its winter here in upper Michigan and the car is not stored in town, but am getting things rolling for MAY already, NUTS i know but can hardly wait to play with my new ride. ONCE AGAIN THANK ALL OF U. Happy New Year.

Peter :seeya