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Mr_Draco · 02-27-2009, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Muscle Master

Try $350-$450 for the install

Halos/HID's kinda pricey .... you don't want nothing with cheap quality though

But those aren't dual beam like the Camaro's

JMAN311 · 02-27-2009, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Muscle Master

Try $350-$450 for the install

Halos/HID's kinda pricey .... you don't want nothing with cheap quality though

Here is the most recent pic of my Halo's I got from AAC:

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

But those aren't dual beam like the Camaro's

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Riderover40 · 03-14-2009, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by PD123

Would it be more cost efficient to get the RS package with it instead?

I researched the cost of doing all of the RS pkg as aftermarket. I found it difficult to do better for cost and quality of the RS option, don't forget the time and labour you expend. Gst the RS option!

terndude · 03-15-2009, 12:29 AM

If the RS halo lights use the same wiring as the standard, can't you just buy a set from Chevy Parts and swap them out? I'm curious cause I'm thinking of going with a barebones LS and getting replacement headlights too...

MAROobsession · 03-15-2009, 01:58 PM

yea the only part i want from the RS package would be the Halo's, preferably from the factory

Txturbo · 03-15-2009, 02:05 PM

Those $300 aftermarket HIDs aren't DOT approved and are illegal in the US. The DOT approved/legal HIDs are close to $1000 plus installation.

ZYAL8R · 03-15-2009, 08:25 PM

This ? has been gone over and over with the same results. I for one would like to just have certain things from this RS package HOWEVER, at the end of the day, the price to have the things I want PLUS some things I didn't care about would be about the same. And to make the deal just that much sweeter, I would have a lot more. Like the following:

1) Factory installed.

2) Factory warranty.

3) Ability to drive my Camaro in and get my halos/headlights serviced the same day w/o having to confer/argue with the maker of my halo's.

4) If repairs are needed, I wouldn't have to take the last resort after losing the argument with my halo maker...and actually have to make repairs myself.

5) Full satisfaction knowing that my halo/headlights were installed properly.

6) Full satisfaction knowing that my halo/headlights WILL WORK PROPERLY.

7) And with addition of my money paid for the RS package, more resale value b/c..................and here's the kicker.........................I have the RS package.

As most that have traded in vehicles before, I know that adding aftermarket this or that doesn't net you much difference at all when you trade it in. Meaning you spent all that money trying to make your ride cooler, but in the end you might as well strip those items off the car b/c it won't mean a thing when you trade. And then you are left with those high priced items that NO ONE will pay what their worth b/c by the time you get around to trading in your car, those items can be bought BRAND NEW for what you are asking for your USED aftermarket parts.

So all in a nut shell, play it safe and sound and.........................GET THE RS!

stovt001 · 03-15-2009, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by BeermanSS

those supposed HID kits are a joke and they aren't safe. They glare and blind other drivers.

Very true. I used to hate HIDs because I thought they were by nature too bright and dangerous to oncoming drivers. Then I realized it was only the crappy aftermarket ones that created problems, or drivers who don't know how to adjust their headlight aim, especially after ride height adjustments. I find factory kits to be just as easy on the eyes, if not better. Go for the RS package, or pay a similar amount for a high quality set and professional installation.

toehead93 · 03-16-2009, 09:36 AM

When will GM Parts have pricing for Camaro parts? That would end all the speculation.

Speedfreak · 03-16-2009, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by ZYAL8R

This ? has been gone over and over with the same results. I for one would like to just have certain things from this RS package HOWEVER, at the end of the day, the price to have the things I want PLUS some things I didn't care about would be about the same. And to make the deal just that much sweeter, I would have a lot more. Like the following:

1) Factory installed.

2) Factory warranty.

3) Ability to drive my Camaro in and get my halos/headlights serviced the same day w/o having to confer/argue with the maker of my halo's.

4) If repairs are needed, I wouldn't have to take the last resort after losing the argument with my halo maker...and actually have to make repairs myself.

5) Full satisfaction knowing that my halo/headlights were installed properly.

6) Full satisfaction knowing that my halo/headlights WILL WORK PROPERLY.

7) And with addition of my money paid for the RS package, more resale value b/c..................and here's the kicker.........................I have the RS package.

As most that have traded in vehicles before, I know that adding aftermarket this or that doesn't net you much difference at all when you trade it in. Meaning you spent all that money trying to make your ride cooler, but in the end you might as well strip those items off the car b/c it won't mean a thing when you trade. And then you are left with those high priced items that NO ONE will pay what their worth b/c by the time you get around to trading in your car, those items can be bought BRAND NEW for what you are asking for your USED aftermarket parts.

So all in a nut shell, play it safe and sound and.........................GET THE RS!

well said

jacob678 · 05-04-2009, 12:09 AM

I ordered the two front headlight assemblies and the rear light assemblies as I have a 2ss without RS package. It's going to be 1,400 when its all said and done. The RS package gives you different rims too.

jeffny09 · 05-05-2009, 02:26 AM

you should just get the rs packe bro

Andro · 05-05-2009, 10:20 AM

Like I said many times just get the RS package so you don't regret it later down the road

edog · 05-05-2009, 05:31 PM

I talked to the dealer, and they stated they would not be doing HID/Halo installs to replace standard lights at this time. It might be done down the road, but right now they do not have it worked into pricing.

I understand the want to save a few bucks, but this conversation has been had many times. It is much better to get the RS package and have it done right with warranty. Anything else is running the risk of drawn out repairs or unexpected cost.

Who wants that?

03-15-2009, 12:29 AM	#18
terndude Drives: '88FieroGT'04ColoradoZ71'10CamaroLS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Oregon Posts: 67 View My Garage	Swap-out with factory part? If the RS halo lights use the same wiring as the standard, can't you just buy a set from Chevy Parts and swap them out? I'm curious cause I'm thinking of going with a barebones LS and getting replacement headlights too...

03-15-2009, 01:58 PM	#19
MAROobsession Drives: 05 Honda Accord V6 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Palm Beach FL Posts: 87	yea the only part i want from the RS package would be the Halo's, preferably from the factory __________________ Dodge builds challengers, Chevy builds champions

03-15-2009, 02:05 PM	#20
Txturbo Keeper of the Faith Drives: 2001 Z28 Agressively Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Rosenberg,Texas Posts: 1,383 View My Garage	Those $300 aftermarket HIDs aren't DOT approved and are illegal in the US. The DOT approved/legal HIDs are close to $1000 plus installation. __________________ 2010 Camaro SS R6P 2001 Camaro Z28 1969 Camaro SS clone

03-15-2009, 08:25 PM	#21
ZYAL8R Drives: 2010 SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: In my garage Posts: 905	This ? has been gone over and over with the same results. I for one would like to just have certain things from this RS package HOWEVER, at the end of the day, the price to have the things I want PLUS some things I didn't care about would be about the same. And to make the deal just that much sweeter, I would have a lot more. Like the following: 1) Factory installed. 2) Factory warranty. 3) Ability to drive my Camaro in and get my halos/headlights serviced the same day w/o having to confer/argue with the maker of my halo's. 4) If repairs are needed, I wouldn't have to take the last resort after losing the argument with my halo maker...and actually have to make repairs myself. 5) Full satisfaction knowing that my halo/headlights were installed properly. 6) Full satisfaction knowing that my halo/headlights WILL WORK PROPERLY. 7) And with addition of my money paid for the RS package, more resale value b/c..................and here's the kicker.........................I have the RS package. As most that have traded in vehicles before, I know that adding aftermarket this or that doesn't net you much difference at all when you trade it in. Meaning you spent all that money trying to make your ride cooler, but in the end you might as well strip those items off the car b/c it won't mean a thing when you trade. And then you are left with those high priced items that NO ONE will pay what their worth b/c by the time you get around to trading in your car, those items can be bought BRAND NEW for what you are asking for your USED aftermarket parts. So all in a nut shell, play it safe and sound and.........................GET THE RS! __________________ 2010 Chevy Camaro Black on Black! 84' Chevy S-10 91' Chevy S-10 Ext. Cab 90' GMC Sierra Reg. Cab 350 V8 2003 GMC Sierra HD 4x4 Crew 6.0 2005 GMC Yukon 5.3 2008 GMC Ext. Cab 4x4 5.3 2008 GMC Yukon SLT 5.3 This truck man is about to go for something a little more sporty.

05-05-2009, 02:26 AM	#26
jeffny09 Drives: 2010 camaro Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: new york Posts: 5,618	you should just get the rs packe bro __________________ top 10 reason why real men drive stick. 10. A manual transmission is the ultimate in control 9. You can use automotive jargon and not sound like a total tool 8. You can't spell "manual" without "man" 7. Manual transmissions prove you can do more than one thing at a time 6. You can't drift in an auto 5. You can't pull fancy moves in an automatic 4. You get better fuel economy with a stick 3. You’ll never look like a chump if you can drive stick 2. Manual transmission cars are faster 1. Women like a guy who is good with his hands.

03-16-2009, 09:36 AM	#23
toehead93 Drives: 2014 2SS/1LE Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: wpb fl Posts: 3,136 View My Garage	When will GM Parts have pricing for Camaro parts? That would end all the speculation.

05-04-2009, 12:09 AM	#25
jacob678 Drives: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro IOM 2SS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Redlands, CA Posts: 11 View My Garage	I ordered the two front headlight assemblies and the rear light assemblies as I have a 2ss without RS package. It's going to be 1,400 when its all said and done. The RS package gives you different rims too.

05-05-2009, 10:20 AM	#27
Andro NOICE!!! ™ Drives: Force Fed 427 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GOT BOOST? Posts: 5,214 View My Garage	Like I said many times just get the RS package so you don't regret it later down the road __________________

05-05-2009, 05:31 PM	#28
edog Drives: 2010 2SS/RS IOM Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: F'BURG VA Posts: 3,828 View My Garage	I talked to the dealer, and they stated they would not be doing HID/Halo installs to replace standard lights at this time. It might be done down the road, but right now they do not have it worked into pricing. I understand the want to save a few bucks, but this conversation has been had many times. It is much better to get the RS package and have it done right with warranty. Anything else is running the risk of drawn out repairs or unexpected cost. Who wants that? __________________ Update...Build in process, Forged Rods, Pistons and rings, Johnson Lifters, NOVI1500 ECS SC, 13lb boost or more, LS3 Conversion 114/228/241 COMP CAM, Frostbite 4 row Aluminum radiator, 6L80 built, Circle D 6L80 PRO SERIES MULTI 258MM 2D, Stock 3.45 gears, 1-7/8 American Racing Headers w/HF cat, X-Pipe, Lingenfelter dual fuel pump, E-85 flex sensor, ATI super damper pulley, Ported TB, 160 therm, Trans cooler, Pedder's sways/end links/sub frame bushings, BMR trailing arms & toe rods, Coil overs. HP/TQ pending