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Nov 7, 2008 | 12:57 PM

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vtwindave

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headlight problems

parked my 85 about 4 months ago for upgrading/repairs, both headlights worked fine. i have left the hood open for a month or two. i got interrior back together, pulled headlight switch, both headlights come on but only one opens. do these go bad from sitting????

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Nov 7, 2008 | 01:50 PM

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RogerZ06

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Check and make sure the motor turns on headlight.

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Nov 7, 2008 | 01:55 PM

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If motor turns, but it does not move, it might be time to rebuild the gears. If it is, order the brass set as they hold up much better.

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Nov 7, 2008 | 02:17 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Roger420

Check and make sure the motor turns on headlight.

headlight comes on, didn't hear motor running.

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Nov 7, 2008 | 11:50 PM

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jimg's'93

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Is it possible the motor doesn't have a secure connection?

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