Headlight Problem?
Thread Starter
Advanced
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 74
Likes: 0
From: Sasebo Kyushu
Headlight Problem?
I am having a problem with my 96's headlight. The drivers side pops up all of the time, but the passengers side only pops up about a fourth of the time. I want to fix it but don't know what it is. Also the film on the console is rubbing off and I was wondering if there is a replacement film. Any info is appreciated. Thank you.
Race Director
Joined: Dec 1999
Posts: 11,182
Likes: 2
From: Almost all Skyline Cruises Vettes at Waterside 1-5
Cruise-In I Veteran
Cruise-In II Veteran
Cruise-In III Veteran
Cruise-In IV Veteran
Cruise-In V Veteran
Cruise-In VI Veteran
Cruise-In VII Veteran
Re: Headlight Problem? (TxAgNavyVette96)
I am having a problem with my 96's headlight. The drivers side pops up all of the time, but the passengers side only pops up about a fourth of the time. I want to fix it but don't know what it is. Also the film on the console is rubbing off and I was wondering if there is a replacement film. Any info is appreciated. Thank you.
:seeya
:steering:
Pro
Joined: Apr 2003
Posts: 568
Likes: 12
From: Jacksonville Florida
Re: Headlight Problem? (jackdaroofer)
I think a lot of people will be watching this post to find a cure for the peeling rubber coating on the console. You will find your problem with the headlight. This console gig is going to be interesting. I know I am watching.
:cheers:
:cheers:
Race Director
Joined: Apr 1999
Posts: 13,002
Likes: 4
From: Paint Hill NC
Re: Headlight Problem? (Da Wiz)
Heel & Toe
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 16
Likes: 0
From: Austin TX
Re: Headlight Problem? (TxAgNavyVette96)
I had the same prob with my 94 on the headlight. Gm didnt do the best job on the specs for the main gear. Mid America sells a bushing kit that will most likely fix your problem #601-703, it runs around $5, go ahead and buy 2 kits because you will eventually need and it and probably once you see what has gone bad. The reason it comes up part of the time, because the old bushings have disintegrated and occasionally it will catch. The kit is fairly easy to install. Once you get the motor out, the bushings are underneath the cover that has the shaft that turns your headlamp. have fun
Burning Brakes
Joined: May 1999
Posts: 829
Likes: 0
From: Spring Texas
Re: Headlight Problem? (TxAgNavyVette96)
Howdy Again! I also agree that the headlight motor has bad bushings and if you have a little extra $, you can have it rebuilt in Houston. Just remove the whole headlight and door assembly, take it to VetteZone in Houston, 15817 North Freeway (I45) north of FM 1960 281 877-8388 ask for Abiel Gudino. He can remove motor, rebuild it with new bushings, and reassemble for about $70 including parts and labor. takes about 2-3 hours. He he did for me on a saturday. Parts are about $15. If you need help, email me and I can help you remove it, I am 15 min .away from VetteZone. If you want to remove the motor and rebuild yourself, there are directions in the search forum and tech tips site under Tools.
There is a paint and fix for your console peel on the search forum. If the peel is small, you can buy a flat black tape(dull black) from AutoZone and patch it. It is a close match. The repaint job is time consuming . You have to remove the console strip off the rubber coating and then repaint with new rubber coating.
There is a paint and fix for your console peel on the search forum. If the peel is small, you can buy a flat black tape(dull black) from AutoZone and patch it. It is a close match. The repaint job is time consuming . You have to remove the console strip off the rubber coating and then repaint with new rubber coating.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvette Engines RANKED by Peak Torque (70+ Years of Muscle!)
Joe Kucinski
Corvette ZR1X Will Be Pacing the Indy 500, And Could Probably Race, Too!
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Corvettes Coming to Mecum Indy 2026!
Brett Foote
Top 10 C9 Corvette MUST-HAVES to Fix These C8 Generation Flaws!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Revolutionary 'Corvette Firsts' Most People Don't Know
Joe Kucinski
5 Reasons to Upgrade to an LS6-Powered Corvette; 5 Reasons to Stay LT2
Michael S. Palmer
2027 Corvette vs The World: Every C8 vs Its Closest Competitor
Joe Kucinski