C6 Black Headlights
04-01-2016, 04:03 PM
#1
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C6 Black Headlights
Hey guys, anybody out there have any links to C6 junkyards that part out? Or know anybody that has a black vette parting out? Looking for some black headlights for a C6.
Thanks a bunch!
Thanks a bunch!
04-01-2016, 04:39 PM
#2
Race Car Tech
Why not just remove the lenses yourself, and get the bezels painted black , then re-install new lenses . RLSebring sells the lenses, which includes instructions on how to remove and replace the lenses.
The hardest part of the whole thing is removing the headlights from the car. If you don't want to it yourself, RLSebring will paint your bezels, and install new lenses far cheaper than you can buy a used set that likely will need new lenses anyway.
There is a Headlight post above the C6 Corvette General section.
Robert is a great person, and is very knowledgeable about anything headlights.
I have instructions with pics on how to do that without removing the bumper, just loosening the fender bolts and top part of the bumper facia.
The hardest part of the whole thing is removing the headlights from the car. If you don't want to it yourself, RLSebring will paint your bezels, and install new lenses far cheaper than you can buy a used set that likely will need new lenses anyway.
There is a Headlight post above the C6 Corvette General section.
Robert is a great person, and is very knowledgeable about anything headlights.
I have instructions with pics on how to do that without removing the bumper, just loosening the fender bolts and top part of the bumper facia.
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04-01-2016, 04:41 PM
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www.corvette recycling is one place that I know of that might have a black set.
Google Corvette salvage yards, and you will get many hits I'm sure.
I removed my lenses and painted my bezels black a few years ago. It was really quite easy to do.
Last edited by 4SUMERZ; 04-01-2016 at 04:42 PM.
04-01-2016, 04:51 PM
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Why not just remove the lenses yourself, and get the bezels painted black , then re-install new lenses . RLSebring sells the lenses, which includes instructions on how to remove and replace the lenses.
The hardest part of the whole thing is removing the headlights from the car. If you don't want to it yourself, RLSebring will paint your bezels, and install new lenses far cheaper than you can buy a used set that likely will need new lenses anyway.
There is a Headlight post above the C6 Corvette General section.
Robert is a great person, and is very knowledgeable about anything headlights.
I have instructions with pics on how to do that without removing the bumper, just loosening the fender bolts and top part of the bumper facia.
The hardest part of the whole thing is removing the headlights from the car. If you don't want to it yourself, RLSebring will paint your bezels, and install new lenses far cheaper than you can buy a used set that likely will need new lenses anyway.
There is a Headlight post above the C6 Corvette General section.
Robert is a great person, and is very knowledgeable about anything headlights.
I have instructions with pics on how to do that without removing the bumper, just loosening the fender bolts and top part of the bumper facia.
I have really thought about doing that but I fear that I will get aggravated and break something. I always have seen with headlights that are opened up they never seal back right. I have seen his page on ebay though, seems like he is a nice guy.
04-01-2016, 05:02 PM
#5
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The PL Construction adhesive works well to reseal the lens. As an extra precaution against any sealing issue, I ran a bead of clear silicone sealant around the perimeter where the glue and lens join at the assembly.
All that is hidden by the rubber gasket that goes around the headlight.
I've had zero issues since I did mine.
It's funny really, because when I got the car, the passenger side would fog up from time to time, so I really didn't pay that much attention to it. Just thought that was the nature of the beast.
When I removed my original lenses, the passenger lens was able to be removed without even heating it up by the oven. Once I pried back the clips, I was able to easily remove the lens.
The OEM adhesive had not cure properly, so in reality, the lens had no sealing.
The driver lens was adhered correctly, because I had to heat it a few cycles before I was able to pry it off the assembly.
Good Luck, in whatever you decide to do.
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04-01-2016, 05:15 PM
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Yes, he does sell on ebay , and he sells to members on here if you PM him.
The PL Construction adhesive works well to reseal the lens. As an extra precaution against any sealing issue, I ran a bead of clear silicone sealant around the perimeter where the glue and lens join at the assembly.
All that is hidden by the rubber gasket that goes around the headlight.
I've had zero issues since I did mine.
It's funny really, because when I got the car, the passenger side would fog up from time to time, so I really didn't pay that much attention to it. Just thought that was the nature of the beast.
When I removed my original lenses, the passenger lens was able to be removed without even heating it up by the oven. Once I pried back the clips, I was able to easily remove the lens.
The OEM adhesive had not cure properly, so in reality, the lens had no sealing.
The driver lens was adhered correctly, because I had to heat it a few cycles before I was able to pry it off the assembly.
Good Luck, in whatever you decide to do.
The PL Construction adhesive works well to reseal the lens. As an extra precaution against any sealing issue, I ran a bead of clear silicone sealant around the perimeter where the glue and lens join at the assembly.
All that is hidden by the rubber gasket that goes around the headlight.
I've had zero issues since I did mine.
It's funny really, because when I got the car, the passenger side would fog up from time to time, so I really didn't pay that much attention to it. Just thought that was the nature of the beast.
When I removed my original lenses, the passenger lens was able to be removed without even heating it up by the oven. Once I pried back the clips, I was able to easily remove the lens.
The OEM adhesive had not cure properly, so in reality, the lens had no sealing.
The driver lens was adhered correctly, because I had to heat it a few cycles before I was able to pry it off the assembly.
Good Luck, in whatever you decide to do.
04-01-2016, 05:22 PM
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04-01-2016, 05:24 PM
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On the back of the assembly, there are 2 dust covers for the bulbs that sometime get loose, and allow moisture in.
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04-04-2016, 02:07 PM
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Thank you.
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04-04-2016, 06:16 PM
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04-11-2016, 06:41 PM
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04-07-2018, 04:33 PM
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C6 Black Headlights
Black headlights are often very hard to find, because many owners want to install them on their cars.
www.corvette recycling is one place that I know of that might have a black set.
Google Corvette salvage yards, and you will get many hits I'm sure.
I removed my lenses and painted my bezels black a few years ago. It was really quite easy to do.
www.corvette recycling is one place that I know of that might have a black set.
Google Corvette salvage yards, and you will get many hits I'm sure.
I removed my lenses and painted my bezels black a few years ago. It was really quite easy to do.
04-09-2018, 10:16 PM
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1250.00 set Back, New lens and gaskets. Take trades as well.
See the headlight removal and lens replacement instructions at www.c6c7vette.com 1000's over the past 10+ years have followed my instructions for a perfect job.
If I do your lights they are always did for the price quoted and in the time stated. I don't have to dream up excuses for being late as they are always right on time and money.
See the headlight removal and lens replacement instructions at www.c6c7vette.com 1000's over the past 10+ years have followed my instructions for a perfect job.
If I do your lights they are always did for the price quoted and in the time stated. I don't have to dream up excuses for being late as they are always right on time and money.
04-10-2018, 12:06 AM
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Le Mans Master
Do it yourself it's really easy and cheap to do don't let people capitalize on us wanting the black headlights, they want to charge you $2,000 for the set when you can order your lenses for $210 go to any body shop and they will take your lights apart paint your bezels and put your new lenses on for $200 -300 Max. trust me!
04-10-2018, 12:08 AM
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Le Mans Master
Black headlights are often very hard to find, because many owners want to install them on their cars.
www.corvette recycling is one place that I know of that might have a black set.
Google Corvette salvage yards, and you will get many hits I'm sure.
I removed my lenses and painted my bezels black a few years ago. It was really quite easy to do.
www.corvette recycling is one place that I know of that might have a black set.
Google Corvette salvage yards, and you will get many hits I'm sure.
I removed my lenses and painted my bezels black a few years ago. It was really quite easy to do.
04-10-2018, 12:16 AM
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Le Mans Master
NSF: How do you pass inspection? That is not legal in Texas and other states.I was gonna do the same and put in brighter low beams for night driving,but come time for inspection nowanno.
