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    1. #1
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      Salinas, CA. 4.5 MI from the Corkscrew @ Laguna Seca
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      68 Camaro RS LED headlights. What did you use?

      I'm looking to upgrade to LED headlights on my 1968 Camaro RS/SS. I understand they are a tight fit due to the headlight doors. I'm thinking of using United Pacific p/n 31391. Which LED lights did use and did you have to modify anything? Thanks in advance for your help.



    2. #2
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      68 Camaro RS LED headlights. What did you use?

      Don’t have depth issues but I went with Phillips H6024LED. Big name brand and solid price about $160 apiece.

      Was looking at Halley’s but yellow illegible WA and personally didn’t want a stock look.

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      The don’t have the yellow in them in real life and just clear. Woulda loved something with clear lows and yellow highs.

      Rock Auto has them for $150 ea

    3. #3
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      Octane Lighting w/OE glass housing


      '66 Chevelle BBC/TKO600r, Holley Sniper EFI, Tanks Inc, RideTech Air Ride, Wilwood, Billet Specialties Toploaders 19"/20", Nitto NT555G2, Octane Lighting LED, DIGI-TAILS Front & Rear, Randy's Spoiler

    4. #4
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      I'll second the Phillips H6024LED
      20210411_193104 by F G, on Flickr

    5. #5
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      octane lighting
      I have them on both my 69 & 68 RS

      not fitment problems at all, I didnt have to cut or trim anything and inexpensive

      Scott

    6. #6
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      I went with JW Speaker 8700 Evo. Took a bit of trimming on the bucket but the lights are high quality and have great output.

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      Just got my Phillips in…. Nice light

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    8. #8
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      How did they fit on your RS? Any fitment issues with the back of the headlight bucket or closing of the headlight doors?

    9. #9
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      Quote Originally Posted by TZmtrsprt View Post
      How did they fit on your RS? Any fitment issues with the back of the headlight bucket or closing of the headlight doors?
      I should of noted I put mine on a 71 chevelle.

    10. #10
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      Quote Originally Posted by TZmtrsprt View Post
      How did they fit on your RS? Any fitment issues with the back of the headlight bucket or closing of the headlight doors?
      I put them in a 68 Camaro RS with no bucket mods or any issues whatsoever

    11. #11
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      Thank you! That is answer I was looking for. I'll be ordering a set. Thanks to all for your input.

    12. #12
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      Napa carries the Phillips LED lights if you wanted a local option.
      *Jeff*
      Project Salty - 1964 4 door Malibu, beaten, neglected, red headed foster child
      Cammed LQ4 / T56 Swap Project Thread <-click to read! 😁

    13. #13
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      Quote Originally Posted by Hotwire View Post
      Napa carries the Phillips LED lights if you wanted a local option.
      I believe Napa stopped carrying the Phillips and picked up Truck Lite (Rigid I believe). Can’t find the Phillips on there site.

      Found cheapest on AutoBarn.

    14. #14
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      The Holley Retrobright headlights will fit with no modifications, look totally stock and have much better visibility at night.
      https://screamingchicken.com/1967-69...ht-headlights/

      We also sell United Pacific headlights, their 31387 will fit if your using the Detroit Speed electric conversion or have stock vacuum operated lights. Some other kits locate the motor directly behind the headlights which can cause problems. We have some pics and more information on our website or your welcome to call me and I can let you know what to look for. Takes about 20-30 min to modify the metal behind the buckets. No issues clearing the RS doors and have a stock look.
      https://screamingchicken.com/1967-69...ight-kit-pair/

      We also have buckets, trim rings and hardware for the headlights at the link below:
      https://screamingchicken.com/camaro-headlights-1st/

      Holley Retrobrights
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      Lights installed

    16. #16
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      I used VisionX lights from Headlight Revolution. Had to modify the bucket. Works and looks great. https://youtube.com/shorts/hIipyjaNRh4?feature=share

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      Doug L.
      68 RS/SS Conv. LSA/T56.
      67 RS Coupe LS2/T56 named "NutKse"

    17. #17
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      These headlights were out of stock most of 2022, but now have plenty in stock. These are an easy install on RS cars since the lights are not as deep as most LED headlights - no cutting or modifications of any type. They use 9007 bulbs so easy to swap bulbs years later. They have a built-in halo light also, the light can be used as a turn signal, running light or not used at all. Below is a picture of them on a RS Camaro from an install we did.
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    18. #18
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      Quote Originally Posted by Camaro68+69 View Post
      octane lighting
      I have them on both my 69 & 68 RS

      not fitment problems at all, I didnt have to cut or trim anything and inexpensive

      Scott

      I'm with Scott. I've gad my Octane bulbs and glass housing for around 6 years and no problems yet. Bright and look good too!

      Carl Wilson
      1968 Camaro - T-56 6 speed - 383 Stroker, 2014 Mustang GT seats. FiTech EFI, Tanks Inc. Tank with Deutschwerks fuel pump.

    19. #19
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      Quote Originally Posted by slammed68 View Post
      I went with JW Speaker 8700 Evo. Took a bit of trimming on the bucket but the lights are high quality and have great output.

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      Running the same headlights, like them a lot.

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      Quote Originally Posted by slammed68 View Post
      I went with JW Speaker 8700 Evo. Took a bit of trimming on the bucket but the lights are high quality and have great output.

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      Running the same headlights, like them a lot.

    20. #20
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      Holley retrobright on 68 w/o RS package. no modifications. Nice white lite with cut-offs.

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