Replacing headlight assembly
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From: Edgewater FL
Replacing headlight assembly
My highbeam has quit and the lense has a few frosty lines. I want a new assembly. The oem part number is 68342-05A. What are my options for replacing it?
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From: Grand Prairie, TX
Switch to LEDs; Daymakers (HD) or Truck-Lite. You will not believe the amount of light they put out. There are two versions, projector and reflector. I personally like the projector version but there are tons of reviews out there. Install in plug and play.
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From: Phoenix '53, '88, '09 Big Twins
budget choice- same again- alot of riders have them sitting in the box and you can buy cheap ( i put 2 in my 1974 Blazer).
the dual halogen can also be inexpensive- requires a wiring adapter or splice.
that's what I now use on my 09.
I'm not big on the leds- I think many of them don't cast an even light
mike
the dual halogen can also be inexpensive- requires a wiring adapter or splice.
that's what I now use on my 09.
I'm not big on the leds- I think many of them don't cast an even light
mike
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Any chance you have part numbers? I need one quick and don't have time to research... thanks!
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Avoid replacement LED bulbs, they in particular are infamous for failing to provide a decent beam and causing dazzle. Any 7" round auto reflector will fit, it doesn't have to be fancy, as will any suitable normal auto bulb. If you are in a hurry just visit a decent auto parts store. Take your old unit, just to satisfy yourself the new one is the same.
There are good quality reflectors, especially E marked ones (European), which give excellent beam shape, from the likes of Bosch, Hella and Valeo. Branded bulbs will give best results, such as Osram.
I have Trucklight LED units in all three front lights, which are also widely available, which you may find locally. Here in the UK they are marketted for the off-road crowd for some reason, if that is any help!
There are good quality reflectors, especially E marked ones (European), which give excellent beam shape, from the likes of Bosch, Hella and Valeo. Branded bulbs will give best results, such as Osram.
I have Trucklight LED units in all three front lights, which are also widely available, which you may find locally. Here in the UK they are marketted for the off-road crowd for some reason, if that is any help!
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