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Old Jan 29, 2026 | 12:31 PM
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Anyone know why my C8 style headlights aren’t doing the normal start up sequence, it’s like cut short. A body shop installed them so I no longer have the box if it’s something that wasn’t installed correctly so I’m hoping someone can help me figure this out if it’s fixable or whatever is wrong with it, Thanks!

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Old Jan 29, 2026 | 02:16 PM
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Anyone know why my C8 style headlights aren’t doing the normal start up sequence, it’s like cut short. A body shop installed them so I no longer have the box if it’s something that wasn’t installed correctly so I’m hoping someone can help me figure this out if it’s fixable or whatever is wrong with it, Thanks!
I'd talk to Cole at @VetteLights . I'm sure he could help you out.

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Old Jan 29, 2026 | 04:02 PM
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Usually the sequence get’s messed up if they are plugged in backwards but I’m pretty sure it only clips in one way unless there is no tab on the new harness…
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Old Jan 29, 2026 | 10:30 PM
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I have mine sitting in the box awaiting install so if you need anything I would be glad to help but I'm sure Cole is the man at this question. -Andrew
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Old Jan 30, 2026 | 07:15 AM
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Just interested what year Corvette you own, important to know?
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This install is on my to do list.
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Old Jan 31, 2026 | 10:25 AM
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Do you have any old upgraded factory parts still plugged in? I thought on my old car there were a couple black boxes for upgraded bulbs that would need to be taken out
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