Tail Light Sockets / 1972 Cutlass
#1
Tail Light Sockets / 1972 Cutlass
I need to replace the dual-contact tail light sockets on a '72 Cutlass.
Because of where they are, they need to be waterproof and I can't find any
basic 1157 bulb-accepting sockets like that, which fit in the 3/4" holes. At least, not at a reasonable price.
Anyone have a resource?
Thanks!
Because of where they are, they need to be waterproof and I can't find any
basic 1157 bulb-accepting sockets like that, which fit in the 3/4" holes. At least, not at a reasonable price.
Anyone have a resource?
Thanks!
#3
Take a picture and post it.
I know the Help section at Autozone and several other places carry new GM sockets for classics.
If you can just verify the Dorman replacement # you can special order them if not in store.
If not, there's Rock Auto once you have the part #.
Is this it ?? > If not it, do a search for "Sockets" after you punch in 72 Olds Cutlass.
http://www.dormanproducts.com/gsearc...&type=parttype
I know the Help section at Autozone and several other places carry new GM sockets for classics.
If you can just verify the Dorman replacement # you can special order them if not in store.
If not, there's Rock Auto once you have the part #.
Is this it ?? > If not it, do a search for "Sockets" after you punch in 72 Olds Cutlass.
http://www.dormanproducts.com/gsearc...&type=parttype
Last edited by Aceshigh; October 18th, 2011 at 01:12 PM.
#4
Take a picture and post it.
I know the Help section at Autozone and several other places carry new GM sockets for classics.
If you can just verify the Dorman replacement # you can special order them if not in store.
If not, there's Rock Auto once you have the part #.
Is this it ?? > If not it, do a search for "Sockets" after you punch in 72 Olds Cutlass.
http://www.dormanproducts.com/gsearc...&type=parttype
I know the Help section at Autozone and several other places carry new GM sockets for classics.
If you can just verify the Dorman replacement # you can special order them if not in store.
If not, there's Rock Auto once you have the part #.
Is this it ?? > If not it, do a search for "Sockets" after you punch in 72 Olds Cutlass.
http://www.dormanproducts.com/gsearc...&type=parttype
#5
Unfortunately, these solutions aren't waterproof. With the tail light housings directly in the spray path of the rear tires, the OEM variety are and the replacements would have to be as well.
#9
Go to any Arts and Crafts store and buy some 11x8" sheets of black foam that's 1/16" thick or so for $1.
http://www.michaels.com/Creatology%E...world&start=34
Cut rings......problem solved. This is how I sealed my LED rear tail lights I custom made for my 2nd gen Camaro.
Believe it or not, my wife found this for me. I don't know sh** about arts and crafts but she does.
http://www.michaels.com/Creatology%E...world&start=34
Cut rings......problem solved. This is how I sealed my LED rear tail lights I custom made for my 2nd gen Camaro.
Believe it or not, my wife found this for me. I don't know sh** about arts and crafts but she does.
Last edited by Aceshigh; October 18th, 2011 at 08:48 PM.
#11
For what it's worth...
The third one down (Airtex/Wells 6S1009) has a rubber push-in on the back.
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/x,ca...,parttype,4132
A little RTV around the edges and the wire holes and they might do the trick. I ordered a set and will do a follow up after a little rain driving.
The third one down (Airtex/Wells 6S1009) has a rubber push-in on the back.
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/x,ca...,parttype,4132
A little RTV around the edges and the wire holes and they might do the trick. I ordered a set and will do a follow up after a little rain driving.
#12
Try searching for the same socket for a chevelle!! you may have better luck with that!
#13
UPDATE:
The Airtex/Wells 6S1009 from RockAuto don't fit. They are 1" so you'd have to open the 3/4" hole up to make them work.
However, if you're willing to pony up, Ron Francis looks like they might have a solution.
http://www.ronfrancis.com/prodinfo.asp?number=TR%2D33
They're not cheap but they're 3/4" and waterproof. They're designed for fender-mounted bug-eye hot-rod taillights. We'll see...
The Airtex/Wells 6S1009 from RockAuto don't fit. They are 1" so you'd have to open the 3/4" hole up to make them work.
However, if you're willing to pony up, Ron Francis looks like they might have a solution.
http://www.ronfrancis.com/prodinfo.asp?number=TR%2D33
They're not cheap but they're 3/4" and waterproof. They're designed for fender-mounted bug-eye hot-rod taillights. We'll see...
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