Bubble tail, and back up lights...
Burning Brakes
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From: lancaster ma
Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (myyellowc3)
My car has both the lenses red. I have trouble seeing behind me so am changing back to the clear centers for the back up lights. Does anyone have trouble passing the yearly inspection with red lenses on the backups?
Burning Brakes
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From: death to the southeast
Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (adamdinat)
My plan was going to be cutting slots on the sides of the license plate (like C4 and C5) and make a custom backup light. If cutting scares the crap out of you, you could just put knew lenses below the bumper.
Burning Brakes
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From: Carlisle PA
Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (myyellowc3)
I eliminated them - totally.
When I put mine in my 70 I rewired the taillights so when the lights were turned on all 4 lights would light up, same as when the brakes were applied.
Also both lights on one side would light when turn signals were used. Hardest part was finding the correct socket to install where in the housing to accept an 1157 bulb.
Keith
When I put mine in my 70 I rewired the taillights so when the lights were turned on all 4 lights would light up, same as when the brakes were applied.
Also both lights on one side would light when turn signals were used. Hardest part was finding the correct socket to install where in the housing to accept an 1157 bulb.
Keith
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From: absecon nj
Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (70PurpleLS7)
i left mine like they were but im gone to eliminate them and have 4 brake lights instead.plus my back window is tinted i cant see out it anyway :D
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From: CORVETTE 77 385 C.I. TEXAS
Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (patsnitrovette)
Am running 4 stock tail lights w/ hidden lightweight bu setup which bounces the light off the 3" chrome tips.
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If none, touching the brake will help some. Setup around the lic. plate for more.
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If none, touching the brake will help some. Setup around the lic. plate for more.
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From: Maple
Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (70PurpleLS7)
I eliminated them - totally.
When I put mine in my 70 I rewired the taillights so when the lights were turned on all 4 lights would light up, same as when the brakes were applied.
Also both lights on one side would light when turn signals were used.
Keith
When I put mine in my 70 I rewired the taillights so when the lights were turned on all 4 lights would light up, same as when the brakes were applied.
Also both lights on one side would light when turn signals were used.
Keith
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Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (70PurpleLS7)
I eliminated them - totally.
When I put mine in my 70 I rewired the taillights so when the lights were turned on all 4 lights would light up, same as when the brakes were applied.
Also both lights on one side would light when turn signals were used. Hardest part was finding the correct socket to install where in the housing to accept an 1157 bulb.
Keith
When I put mine in my 70 I rewired the taillights so when the lights were turned on all 4 lights would light up, same as when the brakes were applied.
Also both lights on one side would light when turn signals were used. Hardest part was finding the correct socket to install where in the housing to accept an 1157 bulb.
Keith
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Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (myyellowc3)
I used 1969 Camaro Rally Sport reverse lights on the lower part of the bumper ---- looks great ! I'll e-mail you a picture since my computer locks up every time I try to post.......... Rick :chevy
Burning Brakes
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From: Montreal QC
Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (70PurpleLS7)
I eliminated them - totally.
When I put mine in my 70 I rewired the taillights so when the lights were turned on all 4 lights would light up, same as when the brakes were applied.
Also both lights on one side would light when turn signals were used. Hardest part was finding the correct socket to install where in the housing to accept an 1157 bulb.
When I put mine in my 70 I rewired the taillights so when the lights were turned on all 4 lights would light up, same as when the brakes were applied.
Also both lights on one side would light when turn signals were used. Hardest part was finding the correct socket to install where in the housing to accept an 1157 bulb.
Melting Slicks
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From: Norfolk VA
Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (myyellowc3)
Bubble tail and back up lights were on my vert when I purchased it. My vehicle passed the safety inspection I live in VA. Also ,the windows were tented with very dark window tint I still passed. Who knows maybe because it was a vette I imagine.
Heel & Toe
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From: Southgate Michigan
Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (Biker)
I'm with you..... I got a 72 coupe & don't like the bubble taillights at all on those years 68-73. I went with a working 4 taillight back end using all stock red lenses & sockets. Then I cut in some back ups underneath the bumpers like the '68 has. Looks "trick". :chevy
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From: Rathdrum Id
Re: Bubble tail, and back up lights... (Biker)
I agree. I have always thought that the stock tail lights were very nice. But the problem is that they want so much for new ones, and the bubble lights are more "cash friendly". I was playing with the idea of putting them on. But for right now I am stuck with the dull, cracked stock lights.
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Rich
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Rich
