71 Dim Headlight

[Peter B.]

Hi Everyone - I have one headlight (low beam) that is very dim. Is it the light or maybe a connection? Thanks

[Terry M.]

Re: 71 Dim Headlight

Hi Everyone - I have one headlight (low beam) that is very dim. Is it the light or maybe a connection? Thanks

Could be either. There are many connections. You could throw parts at it (replace with a known good bulb); or you could learn to check for voltage drop. This is a handy skill to learn. I guess it depends on whether you are into automotive repair for the long haul, or if this is a one time thing. Try googling "voltage drop" and see if you want to take it on.

[Dennis C.]

Re: 71 Dim Headlight

[QUOTE=Peter Bouza (34477);670961]Hi Everyone - I have one headlight (low beam) that is very dim. Is it the light or maybe a connection? Thanks[/

Pete,

Check both your ground connection and the connections to the back of the headlights. Make sure they are clean and tight.

Dennis

[Kurt G.]

Re: 71 Dim Headlight

And to add to Dennis' comment, add some dielectric grease to the bulb contacts to help prevent further corrosion.

[Randy C.]

Re: 71 Dim Headlight

One time when I reconnected my low beam T3 bulb, one of the prongs on the bulb didn't make it into the socket and it put out a real low level light. Once I figured out what I did, the light worked fine. Randy C.