C3 Vendor for Sale Exclusive forum for vendors to list C3 products, services and promotions.

Help is here for your C3 Corvette's Headlights - RPI Designs has just what you need!

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jan 22, 2020 | 10:17 PM
  #1  
RPIDON's Avatar
RPIDON
Thread Starter
Platinum Supporting Vendor
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 19,314
Likes: 463
Default Help is here for your C3 Corvette's Headlights - RPI Designs has just what you need!



1968-1982 C3 Corvette Headlight Vacuum Line Check Valve And Filter

Item #

XD8130

Website Link:
https://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item...ve-and-filter/



If the headlights are acting up on your Corvette then you may need to replace your vacuum check valve and filter.
The check valve is used to ensure that your headlights only get vacuum so they will stay open.

This package replaces original GM#3926296 & 5638432.

These are GM reproductions authorized and are factory correct and proudly

Made in the USA.

Concours Correct.

Fitment:
1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 C3 Corvette



Also Available...


1968-1982 C3 Corvette Headlight Vacuum Actuators SET

Item #:
5009/5008

Website Link:
https://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item...actuators-set/




If your headlights will not come up or if they will not stay down you may have a problem with your Headlight Vacuum Actuators,
our reproduction 1968-1982 C3 Corvette Headlight Vacuum Actuators SET will help your headlights to work their best when you need them.





Fitment:
1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982 Corvette


Also Available...


1968-1982 C3 Corvette Headlamp Headlight Actuator Seal Kit

Item #:

RP43463

Website Link:
https://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item...ator-seal-kit/



This 1968-1982 C3 Corvette headlight repair kit is the most accurate and complete kit on the market.
This kit contains:

- 2 Actuator Rod Seals
- 2 Boots, and
- 2 Seal Retaining Rings

Repairs both Headlight Actuators on a C3 Corvette.





If your C3 Corvette is having headlight problems either they're stuck up they won't come up or one is up in one is down and you probably need to replace either the motors or the actuator seals.
Most times the seals denigrate over time allowing for leaks which causes these common issues with your 1968- 1982 Corvette headlamps.
We offer one of the most complete kits on the market in addition to the seals and boots include the brass retainers that'll complete the project in a timely manner.
Before going out and spending a lot of money on new motors we suggest you take a look at replacing the seals for a fraction of the cost and will most likely have your C3 Corvette back in 100% operation mode.





Fitment:
1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983
C3 Corvette


Also Available...


1968-1982 C3 Corvette Headlight/Wiper Vacuum Actuator Relay Valve

Item #:
CA30051

Website Link:
https://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item...r-relay-valve/


This replacement vacuum actuator relay was used on 1968-1982 headlights and 1968-1972 wiper systems.
This relay mounts between the headlight assemblies or on the cowl/RH fender for the wiper vacuum system.
Controls vacuum going to actuator cannister to raise & lower headlight doors or wiper door assembly.



The C3 Corvette was one of the best body styles to ever be built by General Motors, curves in the flow of the car were and are spectacular.
Perhaps one of the downfalls or just one of the problems, in general, is the fact the hideaway headlights do fail and can create a problem both in terms of looks but also safety.
Our vacuum actuator relay valve is one of the common parts that fail and often need to be replaced.

Note: Vacuum hoses attach to the relay from the outboard ports to the inside.
The center port is longer and the original hose installed on the center port was not installed as deep as the outboard ports.



Fitment:
1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982
C3 Corvette



Also Available...



1968-1982 C3 Corvette Headlight Bezel Pair With Mounting Hardware

Item #:
XD8112

Website Link:
https://www.rpidesigns.com/shop/item...ting-hardware/

You can now replace your broken or missing headlight bezels on your 1968 through 1982 C3 Corvette with this one convenient kit.





The headlight bezels on the C3 Corvette are frequently lost, cracked, or broken.
Then when they are the can be quite difficult to replace especially if you go to swap meet where everyone only has broken headlight bezels to sell.
These reproduction headlight bezels are exact duplicates of the originals.
They are the same size and shape as the originals they are also made out of high-quality fiberglass that is stronger than the original but looks if it's exactly as the original ones did.
They feature the correct black micro finish and come ready for primer and paint.
This kit also includes the mounting screws and clips there also frequently lost rusted or worn out.
This complete kit will save you time money and effort in the long run.

Fitment:
1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982
C3 CORVETTE



If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask!

Our customer service team is available through email:
rpi.designs.customerservice@gmail.com

or

Call Toll-Free:
888.257.8515

You can contact our sales team at:
paulrpidesigns@gmail.com



​​​​If you would like to visit our Online Catalog and view all of the C3 Corvette Parts
and Merchandise that we have available for sale,
Click the link below…

Website Link:
C3 Corvette Parts & Accessories

Thanks!
__________________


Last edited by RPIDON; Feb 4, 2020 at 01:52 PM.
Reply
Old Jun 27, 2025 | 01:49 PM
  #2  
RPIDON's Avatar
RPIDON
Thread Starter
Platinum Supporting Vendor
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Apr 2013
Posts: 19,314
Likes: 463
Default

Use Coupon Code

2025

For an Immediate Discount!
Reply




All times are GMT -4. The time now is 11:06 PM.

story-0
Every Corvette Grand Sport Explained! (C2, C4, C6, C7, & C8)

Slideshow: Every Corvette Grand Sport explained

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-26 07:13:44


VIEW MORE
story-1
Grand Sport & Grand Sport X Launch Alongside All-New 535hp LS6 V8!

Slideshow: Breaking down the 2027 Grand Sport, Grand Sport X, Stingray, and LS6 V8.

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-03-26 13:48:45


VIEW MORE
story-2
5 Reasons Bad Drivers Crash & 5 Ways to Avoid a Costly Mistake!

Slideshow: 5 reasons bad drivers crash sports cars & 5 ways to avoid a costly shame!

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-25 16:32:55


VIEW MORE
story-3
7 Bolt-On Upgrades From Extreme Online Store to Level Up Your C6 Corvette

Slideshow: Check out these easy-to-install upgrades from Extreme Online Store that reshape the look and feel of the C6 Corvette.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-03-23 17:00:27


VIEW MORE
story-4
How Likely Are These Five 2027 Corvette Rumors to Be True?

There may be some big changes on the horizon.

By Brett Foote | 2026-03-18 06:55:42


VIEW MORE
story-5
9 Best Corvettes You Can Buy for Half Price (& 1 You Should NEVER Buy!)

Slideshow: 9 best Corvettes you can buy for half price (and 1 you shouldn't!)

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-17 10:20:26


VIEW MORE
story-6
8 Very Best Corvettes of Amelia Island 2026

Slideshow: 8 best Corvette of Amelia Island 2026

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-11 09:28:52


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 WORST Corvette Engineering Failures of All Time!

Slideshow: Top 10 worst Corvette engineering failures

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-10 17:38:03


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Records the C8 Corvette Generation Has SMASHED (& 1 Glaring Failure)

Slideshow: 10 records the C8 Corvette generation has SMASHED (& 1 glaring failure).

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-03-02 11:16:36


VIEW MORE
story-9
7 Wildest Corvette Concepts Ever Made

Out of the many Corvette concepts that exist, these are by far the wildest of the bunch.

By Brett Foote | 2026-03-02 11:03:54


VIEW MORE