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I've been in the process of restoring a salvaged 1974 C3 Stingray Convertible and I recently removed the headlights from the vehicle. I've ordered these replacements through Octane Lighting. All of the the screws/adjusters/rings were rusted out but after some thoughtful elbow grease, I was able to complete the removal (see below).
I will be purchasing new screws, rings and accessories since I know what I tried to salvage has no business going back on the vehicle. Anyways.. I inspected the electrical running forward to the headlights and I came across this abandoned electrical plug (see below).
The two (2x) front and the two (2x) side turn signals have power running to them so I assume that this electrical plug does NOT supply the DRIVER SIDE power source to either of them. I did NOT notice/find a PASSENGER SIDE partner to this electrical plug. At this point, I am struggling to understand/identify the intent of this electrical source. Any information that this commuinity can provide would be extremely helpful as to the purpose of this electrical plug. I appreciate your insights on this matter in advance!
It’s the female end of the headlight warning light switch.It controls the headlamp red warning light in the center instrument cluster. The light stays red until the doors fully open. I’ve attached a photo of the male end of the switch from Corvette Central, plus a great photo showing the switch location from the Alan71 collection!
Hope this helps!
Tooch
The switch location. Photo from former CF member Alan71.
2025 c3 ('74-'82) of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
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The headlight buckets (like the one on the right of pic #2) have a letter on them and must be installed as follows:
Looking at the front of your car the order is C B D A.
You may want to be sure that your new bulbs fit each bucket.
C3 1974 Corvette - Headlight Replacement..Help!
