Headlight options for LT1 TA's???

I am tired of my weaksauce stock lighting. What are my options as far as aftermarket bulbs/housings go?

Thanks! :bow:

They actually make a xenon light system for f-bodies. It runs around $300 I think but it's way brighter than halogen bulbs. The only thing is it will have that purplish glow to it, like you see on benzs and bmw's running the xenon lights.

Link? Know of anybody using them?

I am tired of my weaksauce stock lighting. What are my options as far as aftermarket bulbs/housings go?

Thanks! :bow:

GM makes an export assembly for the LT1 birds. That allows for better lighting angles and simple bulb replacement as opposed to being a sealed beam.

Those HID "plug and play" kits are a waste of money, if you're going to do it, retro-fit is where it's at.

Cheapest upgrade for best results, start with new fog light replacements with a complete new housing, etc. Something such as Piaa or Hella make great lights for the money, Hella being the best in bang for the buck and arguabley the best performance wise, all things being equal.

GM makes an export assembly for the LT1 birds. That allows for better lighting angles and simple bulb replacement as opposed to being a sealed beam.

Those HID "plug and play" kits are a waste of money, if you're going to do it, retro-fit is where it's at.

Cheapest upgrade for best results, start with new fog light replacements with a complete new housing, etc. Something such as Piaa or Hella make great lights for the money, Hella being the best in bang for the buck and arguabley the best performance wise, all things being equal.

Option #3: E- Code Replacement Headlight assemblies

I was just recently informed (thanks to Curt at Z28.com! ) that an E-Code replacement lens assembly is offered for the headlights. From my understanding E-Code headlamps are those based on meeting European specifications. They have much more strictor and varying laws regarding lighting and vehicle operation. Often referred to as "export" assemblies they tend to produce better light and allow for more versatility. With these you can replace the bulbs like as done with the Autooptiks kit mentioned above.
Keep in mind that E-Code lamps do meet many specifications and tolerances not found on stock assemblies and conversion kits. This makes for a more effective lamp as should be already found on our cars, unfortunetly they are not.
These lamps also use the H-7 bulbs which allow for easy changes and can be bought anywhere. It is said that even remaining at stock wattages, lighting is greatly improved from the reflective qualities of this housing as compared to stock.


Do you have any more information on this? As in where to buy, pictures, prices, etc.? Thanks

Do you have any more information on this? As in where to buy, pictures, prices, etc.? Thanks

You should be able to order them from any GM dealer, provided they are not on limited order like the export taillights became. I never did have any pictures of them and what I recall they were $150 or so each at that time. I made that page about 5 years ago or more.

Does anyone have pics of the different lights on the Trans Am?