Passenger side headlight won't lower.
09-16-2017, 09:28 AM
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Passenger side headlight won't lower.
Lately the passenger side headlight on my 73 will not lower....Raises fine but will only lower if I apply just a LITTLE force to close it..
09-16-2017, 02:40 PM
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[QUOTE=zrc3john;1595579764]Lately the passenger side headlight on my 73 will not lower....Raises fine but will only lower if I apply just a LITTLE force to close it.
If it will close at a higher engine rpm you have a little vacuum leak somewhere. Does your vacuum reservoir bleed off pretty fast?
If it will close at a higher engine rpm you have a little vacuum leak somewhere. Does your vacuum reservoir bleed off pretty fast?
09-16-2017, 06:10 PM
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The reservoir is under the left fender directly to the left of the brake booster. It's about 8" X 12" X 12". If your reservoir still has the original hoses attached to it one or more of the hoses may have a small split. The reservoir should be able to retain vacuum at lease overnight.
09-16-2017, 08:10 PM
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If the other side works properly then the reservoir is probably good, test the actuator first,
Here's how:
http://www.corvette-101.com/vacuum.htm#actuator
Here's how:
http://www.corvette-101.com/vacuum.htm#actuator