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Old Jun 9, 2024 | 04:53 AM
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hello Im looking for a headlight conversion : from vacuum to electric - whats the best choice ?
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Old Jun 9, 2024 | 05:46 AM
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Richards kit. "Richard454" I believe. He's in Florida I think. Easy to find him on here. His kits are the best of the best.
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Old Jun 9, 2024 | 06:54 AM
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Don't look any further than Richard454. Quality stuff and he will help you out with any questions or concerns.
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Old Jun 9, 2024 | 07:09 AM
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Yup. Go with Richard’s.
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Old Jun 9, 2024 | 08:07 AM
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Is no one going to post a link?

Here you go. Made in the USA!

https://www.ebay.com/itm/155261365162
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Old Jun 9, 2024 | 08:20 AM
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Tx for the post and yes it would be nice to know how to touch bases with Richard454???

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Old Jun 9, 2024 | 04:26 PM
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Originally Posted by JavaJolt78
Tx for the post and yes it would be nice to know how to touch bases with Richard454???

JJ78
Here ya go, Good guy, huge help around here, as plenty are. Helped me with my conversion 12 years ago.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ichard454.html

Click on send message, then send a private message.
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Another happy customer here. Really nice product and nice guy.
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Originally Posted by John 65
Here ya go, Good guy, huge help around here, as plenty are. Helped me with my conversion 12 years ago.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ichard454.html

Click on send message, then send a private message.
OR richard454@comcast.net...
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Thanks for the kudos!!!

Yes- just reach me Richard454@comcast.net
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