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Heads Up For When Replacing Headlight & Parking Light Assemblies in 2003 FT

I am in the process of replacing both the headlight and parking light assemblies on my '03 FT.  The assemblies are for a '99 - '02 Chevy Silverado and there are both OEM and numerous aftermarket replacements available.

I ran into a problem with the aftermarket ones yesterday.  After replacing the headlight and reinstalling the complete assembly
back into the coach I tried putting the parking light back in but it really didn't fit.  The brand name is VISION, and upon close inspection I found that the curvature of the VISION light is less than the old one I removed.  So, I removed the parking light assembly from my '01 Silverado pickup to compare it to the other two and found it to be the same curvature as the old one from the FT.  Both the old one and the one from my pickup are TYS brand and appear to have OEM fit.

I bought the VISION kit which contains all four lights, and since the headlights fit fine I hate to have to R&R them again just to be able to return the entire kit.  I thought maybe I could use the VISION parking lights in my pickup but they really don't fit it either.

My advice if and when you are replacing these lights is either go with GM (EXPENSIVE) or TYS aftermarket, and stay away from VISION.

Re: Heads Up For When Replacing Headlight & Parking Light Assemblies in 2003 FT

Reply #1 –
Quote from: Travelin' Man –
I am in the process of replacing both the headlight and parking light assemblies on my '03 FT.  The assemblies are for a '99 - '02 Chevy Silverado and there are both OEM and numerous aftermarket replacements available.

I ran into a problem with the aftermarket ones yesterday.  After replacing the headlight and reinstalling the complete assembly
back into the coach I tried putting the parking light back in but it really didn't fit.  The brand name is VISION, and upon close inspection I found that the curvature of the VISION light is less than the old one I removed.  So, I removed the parking light assembly from my '01 Silverado pickup to compare it to the other two and found it to be the same curvature as the old one from the FT.  Both the old one and the one from my pickup are TYS brand and appear to have OEM fit.

I bought the VISION kit which contains all four lights, and since the headlights fit fine I hate to have to R&R them again just to be able to return the entire kit.  I thought maybe I could use the VISION parking lights in my pickup but they really don't fit it either.

My advice if and when you are replacing these lights is either go with GM (EXPENSIVE) or TYS aftermarket, and stay away from VISION.


Bought these,  with matching turn signals, appear to be well made. Amazon.com: Depo 335-1119PXAS2 Black Headlight Projector Assembly: Automotive
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Jim C.
coachfree, previous 1997, 1999, 2000, and 2003 Foretravels.

Re: Heads Up For When Replacing Headlight & Parking Light Assemblies in 2003 FT

Reply #2 –
Amend my OP;

KHC parking lights don't fit.

VISION good fit but lenses are trashed in 3 years on my truck. UV damage not high mileage, only about 15,000.

TYC (not TYS) good fit,  finish and durable to UV.

Re: Heads Up For When Replacing Headlight & Parking Light Assemblies in 2003 FT

Reply #4 –
I use a site called "carid" you put your vehicle in and it comes up with every aftermarket part for it.
96 U270 BUILD 4810
85 380SL
Drummonds TN.

Re: Heads Up For When Replacing Headlight & Parking Light Assemblies in 2003 FT

Reply #5 –
I bought head lights for my 02 Chevy truck on rock auto.com. Multiple brands to choose from. Almost a year and a half old and still look good
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Re: Heads Up For When Replacing Headlight & Parking Light Assemblies in 2003 FT

Reply #6 –
Quote from: jcus –
Bought these,  with matching turn signals, appear to be well made. Amazon.com: Depo 335-1119PXAS2 Black Headlight Projector Assembly: Automotive

Jim,

I looked a few months ago at the headlight/running/parking and turn setup like yours. Are they brighter than the OEM Silverado? Wife is driver and wants better illumination at night. Our headlight assembly isn't fogged or sun damaged at all. So replacing them is all about visibility down the road at night. (I like the look of the Depo kit but my vote doesn't count on this one)

Thanks!
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2002 U270, 36' WTNS, Build # 6030, Cummins 400 ISL.
Wheelchair accessible modifications by ForeTravel, Braun UVL lift.

2001 Dodge IMS RampVan, M&G tow brakes, Sterling tow bar.

Re: Heads Up For When Replacing Headlight & Parking Light Assemblies in 2003 FT

Reply #7 –
Quote from: Mike J –
Jim,

I looked a few months ago at the headlight/running/parking and turn setup like yours. Are they brighter than the OEM Silverado? Wife is driver and wants better illumination at night. Our headlight assembly isn't fogged or sun damaged at all. So replacing them is all about visibility down the road at night. (I like the look of the Depo kit but my vote doesn't count on this one)

Thanks!
Mike.
Much brighter. Low beam is a projector type and puts a strong beam with a sharp cut off below oncoming drivers. I put LED bulbs in mine. Will admit that I did not install them, Was at Xtreme getting some body work and they charged me 3 hours to put them in.
The reflector shells are actually made of metal. An excellent upgrade, especially if you do night driving.
Jim C.
coachfree, previous 1997, 1999, 2000, and 2003 Foretravels.

Re: Heads Up For When Replacing Headlight & Parking Light Assemblies in 2003 FT

Reply #8 –
Quote from: jcus –
I put LED bulbs in mine.

Did Extreme tell you what LED bulbs were installed? and, did you go with LED for all the bulbs?

I wonder if they would know?
2002 U270, 36' WTNS, Build # 6030, Cummins 400 ISL.
Wheelchair accessible modifications by ForeTravel, Braun UVL lift.

2001 Dodge IMS RampVan, M&G tow brakes, Sterling tow bar.
 

Re: Heads Up For When Replacing Headlight & Parking Light Assemblies in 2003 FT

Reply #9 –
Quote from: Mike J –
Did Extreme tell you what LED bulbs were installed? and, did you go with LED for all the bulbs?

I wonder if they would know?
I bought the led bulbs. Main, DRL and small turn signal bulbs are led, left big turn signal bulb is still incandescent because had hyperflash even though I installed electronic flasher. Can't figure that one out. Uses same bulbs as original Chevy lights, just bought the led versions off Amazon.
Jim C.
coachfree, previous 1997, 1999, 2000, and 2003 Foretravels.