Another easy to do project GB Headlight sourounds w/ option for LED upgrade, YES we have white LEDs and H4 ENDS TOMORROW 4.30.20 |
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Another easy to do project GB Headlight sourounds w/ option for LED upgrade, YES we have white LEDs and H4 ENDS TOMORROW 4.30.20 |
Mikey914 |
Apr 8 2020, 02:36 PM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,677 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
So as many of you may have noticed we offered these up previously but as complete package to rebuild the entire assembly with the brushes and hardware. We really just needed to offer them up alone.
So if you are tired of painting yours you can get new ones that will not peal. A little info on the whites we would like to share. When looking for samples we purchased 3 sets that were supposed to be original. The weird thing was they were all slightly different colors colors and one had texture to it. So we were initially thinking it was painted. This created a dilemma. DO we need 2 sets of molds for these? As we started to look closer at the other untextured ones we noticed that if we used acetone we could remove the color and they were in fact both painted. As we removed layers we found that both had texture. So we were able sand off the outer patina to match the color and produce these to look exactly like factory ones did new. The black is pretty straight forward and now if you want black for your yous and it "should" be white, you can swap them out no paint needed. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Another thing you can do easily while you are there is to swap out the headlamp bulbs with housings and LED high low beam bulbs. We have been through countless vendors on these and have tested and run them in our cars. They are literally a safety issue if you drive at night you can really see the road. They re also adjustable so you can adjust the line for on coming traffic to no be blinded. There is an issue with high low circuits for grounding and we will be making a video of how to install, adjust and easily modify the circuit to run independently. These will be the base of the surrounds only (with new stainless screws), and option to add LED headlamps and housings. The latest version headlamps include new rubber seals on the back and when bough together WE assemble so you plug and play! headlight surrounds only are in black $50 in white $55 Add in LEDs with 2 new housings assembled and ready to plug in and your package is Black $135 White $140 (sorry got these reversed this is now corrected) Retail on these packages are $254 The reason we charge the $5 more is they actually cost more to make. So who's interested I have several other GBs going and we will combine to save shipping costs. This is just one of those easy to do projects that really make a difference. Retail is $164 for these alone Attached image(s) |
Craigers17 |
Apr 8 2020, 03:52 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 741 Joined: 5-August 17 From: Rome, GA Member No.: 21,317 Region Association: South East States |
I'm in for 1 complete package w/ black surrounds. Thanks!
-Craig |
Mikey914 |
Apr 13 2020, 12:43 AM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,677 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
Not a lot of folks needing these I will have the codes out Monday afternoon.
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sbsix |
Apr 13 2020, 07:01 AM
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only the lead dog enjoys a change in scenery... Group: Members Posts: 452 Joined: 10-January 12 From: Santa Barbara, CA Member No.: 13,990 Region Association: Southern California |
I’m in for white surrounds and would like to combine with my speedo kit fix.
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Mikey914 |
Apr 13 2020, 09:01 AM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,677 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
Yes this was the idea. the only thing that is holding me up right now is the visor screws. The plated I sent them to was not open Friday. I'm hoping I can catch up with them today to be able to include them too.
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doug_b_928 |
Apr 13 2020, 10:36 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 692 Joined: 17-January 13 From: Winnipeg Member No.: 15,382 Region Association: Canada |
I would like the white surrounds but I'm going to be purchasing your complete resto kit. Because your resto kit is not yet on the new website (and appears to have been removed from the old one), I can't tell if the surrounds comes with the revised kit or how the GB price compares to the resto kit. Please advise.
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Mikey914 |
Apr 13 2020, 11:28 AM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,677 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
I would like the white surrounds but I'm going to be purchasing your complete resto kit. Because your resto kit is not yet on the new website (and appears to have been removed from the old one), I can't tell if the surrounds comes with the revised kit or how the GB price compares to the resto kit. Please advise. The resto kit actually will knock it down quite a bit, but the GB usually is the least expensive option. |
MM1 |
Apr 13 2020, 01:40 PM
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914 obsession continues Group: Members Posts: 608 Joined: 9-May 18 From: Thousand Oaks, CA Member No.: 22,105 Region Association: Southern California |
I'm interested, Mark
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DRPHIL914 |
Apr 13 2020, 10:55 PM
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Dr. Phil Group: Members Posts: 5,768 Joined: 9-December 09 From: Bluffton, SC Member No.: 11,106 Region Association: South East States |
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send code for black headlight surrounds. wouldn’t you know i ordered the headlight lenses just last week! oh well, anyway i still need the new surrounds, thanks. Phil |
RickS |
Apr 13 2020, 11:04 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,408 Joined: 17-April 06 From: 'False City', WA Member No.: 5,880 Region Association: None |
In for a set of white surrounds. (Tried sanding the yellow tint off mine, but what a PITA). This is a deal. Thanks Mark
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Mikey914 |
Apr 13 2020, 11:06 PM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,677 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
Codes will be sent in about an hour, just finishing cleaning up from a project
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Mikey914 |
Apr 14 2020, 12:26 AM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,677 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
Sent
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iankarr |
Apr 14 2020, 12:58 AM
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The wrencher formerly known as Cuddy_K Group: Members Posts: 2,480 Joined: 22-May 15 From: Heber City, UT Member No.: 18,749 Region Association: Intermountain Region |
In for a complete set in black
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914-300Hemi |
Apr 14 2020, 07:46 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,356 Joined: 7-September 06 From: San Dimas, CA Member No.: 6,794 Region Association: Southern California |
I just mine out out last weekend because the paint was peeling.
I will take a full set in black. |
ben*james |
Apr 14 2020, 07:52 AM
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LIFER Group: Members Posts: 525 Joined: 16-February 09 From: Portland Oregon Member No.: 10,062 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I’ll take a complete set. Black. Thanks Mark!
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billh1963 |
Apr 14 2020, 07:57 AM
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Car Hoarder! Group: Members Posts: 3,402 Joined: 28-March 11 From: South Carolina Member No.: 12,871 Region Association: South East States |
I need a black set with headlights. The ones in BB aren’t that bright
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JOEPROPER |
Apr 14 2020, 08:50 AM
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The answer is "no" unless you ask... Group: Members Posts: 1,184 Joined: 21-November 15 From: White Plains New York Member No.: 19,387 Region Association: North East States |
I'd like a set in black. Also need the hold down ring that holds the bulb in.
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andreic |
Apr 14 2020, 12:42 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 172 Joined: 21-December 15 From: Madison, WI Member No.: 19,479 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
I don't need the surrounds, but I'd be interested in a set of LED headlights if there is a sale on them.
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Mikey914 |
Apr 14 2020, 03:59 PM
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The rubber man Group: Members Posts: 12,677 Joined: 27-December 04 From: Hillsboro, OR Member No.: 3,348 Region Association: None |
PMs sent to all so far. The GB isn't actually for the LED headlights but the surrounds as while you are there it's an easy swap.
Anyone got a headlight globe retaining right for JOEROPER you an hook him up? We don't have new ......Yet. |
ben*james |
Apr 14 2020, 04:56 PM
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LIFER Group: Members Posts: 525 Joined: 16-February 09 From: Portland Oregon Member No.: 10,062 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
Order submitted on your Website - thanks Mark!
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