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Old 05-14-2008, 12:51 pm   #1
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The lights are on but nobody can see me. I need to know how to adjust my headlamp beams higher, they point down too low. 1966 roadster. Thanks
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If you are talking about the bulbs themselves, there are adjusting screws next to each bulb. But, be careful. If they haven't been touched in a long time they may snap.

If you are talking about the buckets not rotatin up enough, that's a different matter.
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if you put halogens in that will help. if originality is an issue you'll have to stick with the T3's. i run an original power beam and i usually just drive with the high beams on since i cant see sh*% with the low beams either. they just weren't that bright back then. if you adjust them make sure you are turning the beam ADJUSTMENT screws around the trim ring. there are 3 mounting screws around the trim ring also to hold the headlight in place. to much torque on them and they will certainly snap off. its usually the spot weld on the tab that breaks.

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