is body work neccessary to replace the headlight in this olds 88
#1
is body work neccessary to replace the headlight in this olds 88
Theres a car im interested in that has mustve hit something and the light doesnt work. wanted to know if i could have light functionality without needing to do body work
Last edited by bigmantinycar; October 14th, 2022 at 08:19 AM.
#4
My guess is that the edge of the fascia will have to be straightened before it will accept a new headlight. Probably wouldn't cost all that much to get a body shop to do a proper repair.
#5
Yes, you can make it function, but you'll need to get that structure somewhat straightened out. Alot of persuasion with a hammer and blocks of wood. Of course you'll need a replacement headlight.
#6
thanks for the input everyone, ill post more pictures tomorrow
#7
Last edited by bigmantinycar; October 14th, 2022 at 08:19 AM.
#8
Here's a good search engine to find parts near you. These cars are still in salvage yards from time to time.
http://www.car-part.com/
#9
You're not going to be able to "straighten" that fiberglass header piece. You'll need to replace it. The fender will need to at least be roughed into shape to accommodate a replacement header. THEN you can install a new headlight. Even if you could somehow get a replacement headlight into the current header, it would point at the RH shoulder, not down the road.
#11
oh i already bought the car. is there any resourse on here to replace header/fender for this particular model? youtube had nothing
Last edited by bigmantinycar; October 15th, 2022 at 05:59 PM.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post