C-3 Headlight switch

[Lyndon S.]

Where can I get a headlight switch for a early C-3? Does GM still have them? Are would AutoZone have something like that? thanks

[Jack H.]

Re: C-3 Headlight switch

I believe factory original Delco switches have been discontinued... But, there's a generic replacement in the Corvette Central catalog (their PN 593063) at $44.95 for the 68-82 application.

[Joe L.]

Re: C-3 Headlight switch

Kelly and Jack-----

Yes, the GM switch for 68-76 applications was discontinued several years ago. However, there are aftermarket switches and also reproduction switches that are made from the original tooling. I think that most of the Corvette suppliers will have them.

[Lyndon S.]

Re: C-3 Headlight switch

I went online at some of the larger part store chains and looked up the headlight switch for a 70 corvette and they must not be the correct ones, because they just wanted like 15 bucks for one. That switch has vacuum ports on it right?

[Joe L.]

Re: C-3 Headlight switch

Kelly----

$15 does sound suspiciously like it's not the one you're looking for. Yes, the switch does have vacuum ports on it. It was last known as GM #1995191. You can cross-reference from that number.

[Jeffrey S.]

Re: C-3 Headlight switch

Joe:
I have a NOS switch in a pull string box that looks right but is #1995174. What is this from? Camaro maybe?
Jeff

[Joe L.]

Re: C-3 Headlight switch

Jeff-----

GM #1995174 is a headlight switch applicable to 1969 Chevrolet passenger cars with retractable headlight doors, RPO T83.

[Jeffrey S.]

Re: C-3 Headlight switch

Joe:
Thanks for the fast response. It was sold to me as a Corvette/Chevrolet part. I didn't have my parts book with me at this swap meet and I relied on the seller. Go figure.
Jeff