headlamps

[Rocket Man]

Back to the subject at hand....

Can you post some pics of what you're seeing with the parts? The pins that hold the headlights fit fairly tight into their respective holes (top and bottom), unless the headlights or turn signals aren't lined up correctly.

I agree and I will say that there have been times that I thought I had the holes lined up when I inserted the pins, only to take a second look and see the bottom holes were NOT lined up, resulting in mis-aimed and loose headlights. So, @Knucklehead1 I suggest rechecking your work and be absolutely sure you have the bottom holes lined up when inserting the pins. I use a long awl now to be sure before putting the pins in.

 

[Tonyrodz]

So you're having this issue with the OEM headlights, or are they aftermarket lights?

 

[Knucklehead1]

Haha , thank you all , from Oregon ( GO DUCKS ), or any other place .Obviously i'm a serious newbie trying to learn the system .2004 Tahoe, Z71. I am trying to get insight as to why the headlamps ,passenger side especially, wont stay tight in the housing. I am looking at the headlamp housing being the culprit.Anybody else have headlamp adjusting issues ?

 

[Knucklehead1]

I agree and I will say that there have been times that I thought I had the holes lined up when I inserted the pins, only to take a second look and see the bottom holes were NOT lined up, resulting in mis-aimed and loose headlights. So, @Knucklehead1 I suggest rechecking your work and be absolutely sure you have the bottom holes lined up when inserting the pins. I use a long awl now to be sure before putting the pins in.

Thanks for the reply. I double checked the pin alignment , some of the holes are slightly larger than the pins , while others are a tight fit.It seems as if the headlamp securing bracket itself is not tight to the body.

 

[Tonyrodz]

A guy here has used ping pong balls behind the headlight housings. Worked good for him. 2 balls behind each housing to hold them snug. @Fosscore

 

[Knucklehead1]

It is certainly worth a try . Thanks . Seems like there could be a problem with the adjusting screws messing up the plastic receivers.