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 I would like to know anything that any of you think is important to know about the above headlights.
I am considering attempting a swap of the post-'86 US plastic headlights with the dual rounds used in some cars from 1978 to 1980. I've heard that the dual rounds are very good at putting light on the road, and though the E-codes would be the easiest and possibly best swap for my car, they're expensive. I might be able to get a really good deal on some dual rounds.
So, I want to know how those of you driving a 240 with the dual round headlights like them. How do they hold up to rocks and road debris? Is it hard to find parts if something breaks? Do they use readily-available bulbs? How does the wiring for these lights differ from the single-bulb system in the later cars?
Most importantly, will they fit in a post-'86 car with its grille? I've got a nice 740T Eggcrate grille, which is the same size as the normal 240 grilles, I'd like to keep in my car. However, the pictures of the earlier cars seem to show a grille that is narrower and taller than the later grilles. The height wouldn't matter as I'm not changing the hood, but if the later grilles are too wide, then I wouldn't be able to fit the mounting parts for the lights next to the grille without something getting cut. If that's the case, then I will have to pass up on this project. Does anyone know if the width varies between the two styles of grilles?
What about the dimensions of the bulb holders themselves? I first conceived of this conversion when I noticed that the dual round lights seem to occupy the same rectangular space as the plastic headlights, but so far my measurements are done by sight using pictures I've found online. Does anyone out there who has both sets know if they're the same or similar enough in size that this conversion will require minimal cosmetic modification?
If I go ahead with this project, I'll definitely keep the board updated as it progresses. Thanks in advance for your help!
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'89 244 GL -- 106,609 miles (see profile for info on car)
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