[Z06] PIAA vs. OEM
Le Mans Master
Joined: May 2005
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From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The OEM foglights are pretty lousy from an illumination standpoint. They look like fogs when looking at the car but project little light. The PIAA 1100x driving lights replace the factory lights perfectly and are brighter than the low beam headlights. They are very easy to install and the factory has provided part of the wiring if you are installing on a Z06. You need to buy the OEM fog light/trunk switch and if you buy the lights from litewarehouse.com you can also purchase the correct brackets you will need for mounting (Z06). There are instructions on installation if look in the tech section of the forum. Easy to do and extremely worth it.
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 1999
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From: Swansea IL
I added the PIAA driving lights to my 03 Z. The OEM fog lights are lame and useless IMHO.
Buy the PIAA lights, mounting brackets and an OEM switch (as I did) and you'll appreciate the difference real driving lights make.
Tom
Buy the PIAA lights, mounting brackets and an OEM switch (as I did) and you'll appreciate the difference real driving lights make.
Tom
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 2005
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From: NH
Originally Posted by Z06_Bob
Just put Silverstar 9005 & 9006 bulbs in your Z and you will have bright, white awesome headlights for around $80 from Autozone! They make a big difference and an easy mod.
Z06_Bob
Z06_Bob
Le Mans Master
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From: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Originally Posted by bb609
Thanks for the suggestion. I may just do all of the above! OEM are pitiful.
Melting Slicks
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From: Rehoboth MA . . . NRA Life Member
St. Jude Donor '06-'07
Originally Posted by striper
I have the PIAA ultra low-beams with some German-made 100w highs along with PIAA 1100x driving lights and never have a problem driving at night. Do all your lights, you won't regret it.
What part numbers did you use?
Was it just a bulb change?
Did you have to change or modify the stock wiring at all?
Bob
Racer
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From: Vancouver Washington
Here is a link with LOTS of info.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...8&page=1&pp=40
The PIAA are very good. It really fills in the lack of light from stock headlamps.
They come with a switch but you should order the factory switch for the finished look.
You will also need the brackets when you order the lights.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...8&page=1&pp=40
The PIAA are very good. It really fills in the lack of light from stock headlamps.
They come with a switch but you should order the factory switch for the finished look.
You will also need the brackets when you order the lights.
Safety Car
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 3,626
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From: Fremont California
Originally Posted by Gonzo
I really like the mod, I did get the factory switch to have the fog light switch be original, even though its a Z.
Now if I just drove at night
Now if I just drove at night
I did the same
I installed the PIAA's with the factory coupe switch
Mike
Safety Car
Joined: Nov 2002
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From: Melbourne FL
I suggest you upgrade them all.
Get the PIAAs, the factory switch and the mounting plates for the lights. Also upgrade the OE headlights to the Sylvania silverstars. The combination makes a very nice improvement in night time driving.
Get the PIAAs, the factory switch and the mounting plates for the lights. Also upgrade the OE headlights to the Sylvania silverstars. The combination makes a very nice improvement in night time driving.
