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xsofa · 10-14-2009, 05:33 PM

I've been looking around and haven't found anything. So I figured I'd ask here. I was considering trying to put flip up headlights on my Camaro, not unlike those on the Firebird. Which brings me to my first question, can I grab the lights off a 'bird and just throw them on. I'd assume this wouldn't work, but I figured I'd ask anyways. Otherwise, has anyone ever seen a kit or the likes to do something like this? I seem to recall flip up head lights being illegal now on new cars, but I don't know if this would prohibit me from doing it. Thoughts?

Thanks
Jeff

tones2SS · 10-14-2009, 06:15 PM

I've never seen that before?? On a '96 Camaro?!?!

xsofa · 10-14-2009, 09:42 PM

Well it seems theres good reason. I did a very rough mock up, and it came out looking, less than pleasing...

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*The_Blur* · 10-14-2009, 09:54 PM

Some companies have been looking at concealed headlights that come from the center with inspiration drawn from the first generation RS package. Headlights that flip up are not going to look good on this car.

xsofa · 10-14-2009, 09:57 PM

Yeah I'd have to agree with you there. And are you talking about the fog lights down near the grill?

Revo1 · 10-16-2009, 03:33 AM

Can't imagine why you'd want to do this... Are you talking about a flip-up COVER for your headlight cavity, or an actual pivoting assembly, like the Bird? Just be careful they don't end up looking like this

hollywoodGU · 10-16-2009, 03:43 PM

Im actually looking to go the other way with my Formula
something like this...

that kit doesnt look as good as the one I am actually getting
but for some reason i cant find the right one now

xsofa · 10-16-2009, 10:33 PM

I was thinking more like the bird, as you can see, they're basically the Camaro lights in the rotating housing.

The actual compartments look very similar as well.

I can't be sure, but it looks like the 'bird lights would fit it the black trim piece is removed. Although there might have to be some alteration of the bottom of the compartment to get them close properly. I can't be sure without having the measurements of the 'bird lights.

02 WS6 TA · 11-08-2009, 07:42 AM

Revo1 · 11-08-2009, 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xsofa

I was thinking more like the bird, as you can see, they're basically the Camaro lights in the rotating housing.

The actual compartments look very similar as well.

I can't be sure, but it looks like the 'bird lights would fit it the black trim piece is removed. Although there might have to be some alteration of the bottom of the compartment to get them close properly. I can't be sure without having the measurements of the 'bird lights.

I see where you're going with it... Either way you're looking at alot of fabrication... I wonder if changing the whole front clip might be easier. You'd still have to run the wires, but would probably be a cleaner finish...

Conflict · 11-09-2009, 03:38 AM

I think it sounds like a bad idea, the flip up lights are over-rated anyways

MrCool · 11-09-2009, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Conflict

I think it sounds like a bad idea, the flip up lights are over-rated anyways

Plus, if the motor goes out, you are out of a headlight.

MrCool · 11-09-2009, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hollywoodGU

Im actually looking to go the other way with my Formula
something like this...

that kit doesnt look as good as the one I am actually getting
but for some reason i cant find the right one now

That kinda makes me want to call it a "Scholarly Firebird", looks like it's wearing glasses.

lol

02 WS6 TA · 11-10-2009, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrCool

Plus, if the motor goes out, you are out of a headlight.

Not if, but when. Ask me how I know.

10-14-2009, 05:33 PM	#1
xsofa Drives: 96 Camaro 3800 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 51	Flip ups? I've been looking around and haven't found anything. So I figured I'd ask here. I was considering trying to put flip up headlights on my Camaro, not unlike those on the Firebird. Which brings me to my first question, can I grab the lights off a 'bird and just throw them on. I'd assume this wouldn't work, but I figured I'd ask anyways. Otherwise, has anyone ever seen a kit or the likes to do something like this? I seem to recall flip up head lights being illegal now on new cars, but I don't know if this would prohibit me from doing it. Thoughts? Thanks Jeff

10-14-2009, 09:54 PM	#4
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10-16-2009, 03:33 AM	#6
Revo1 Don't Like it? Suggit. Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fresno, CA Posts: 14,832 View My Garage	Can't imagine why you'd want to do this... Are you talking about a flip-up COVER for your headlight cavity, or an actual pivoting assembly, like the Bird? Just be careful they don't end up looking like this __________________ "Tops off, tach up baby- loud and proud!" A Camaro lover from day one- 1996 3.8 V6 Camaro, to 1996 5.7 LT1 Camaro Z28, to the sold 2002 5.7 LS1 Camaro SS, and NOW, a [I]6.2 L99 VR 2SS/RS: XS Power stainless full exhaust, Airaid CAI, BMR drop springs and sways, custom tune by Cal Speed- 411rwhp

11-09-2009, 03:38 AM	#11
Conflict Loving the F body Drives: 97 Firebird 3.8L 5 Speed Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Palm Desert, CA Posts: 203 View My Garage	I think it sounds like a bad idea, the flip up lights are over-rated anyways __________________ My OLD Car 1995 V6 3.4L Camaro -K and N Air Filter http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10174 Current Cars -Modified 97 3.8L 5 speed Firebird -2003 Toyota Highlander Past Cars -1985 2.8L 5 speed S10 Blazer -1995 Chevy Camaro V6(130k miles) -1990 Mercedes 300E(280k miles) RIP 6-08 due to a Mustang GT that did not pay attention

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xsofa Drives: 96 Camaro 3800 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 51	I was thinking more like the bird, as you can see, they're basically the Camaro lights in the rotating housing. The actual compartments look very similar as well. I can't be sure, but it looks like the 'bird lights would fit it the black trim piece is removed. Although there might have to be some alteration of the bottom of the compartment to get them close properly. I can't be sure without having the measurements of the 'bird lights.

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