C5 Corvette Turn Signal Upgrade (The Best Exterior Upgrade for the Money- PERIOD!)

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Your C5 Corvettes Front Turn Signals have seen better days. Being as how they are down low on the front of the C5, 20 years of road debris, sand etc., have made them dull and in some cases even cracked. For the money, these lights are simply the best exterior lighting upgrade for the C5 Corvette Period!
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@raymondshartrand2417 7 ай бұрын

I just ordered mine this morning.

@keithp115 Жыл бұрын

Love this upgrade. Best and least expensive ever. Thank you sir!!

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@firekip685 Жыл бұрын

I just ordered a set. Will have them installed when I have the bumper repainted from a little incident with an industrial extension cord on the highway.

@swi8195 6 ай бұрын

Purchased this set on Amazon. Worked out quite nicely. Thanks and Cheers!

@Toys4Life 5 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

@stevesnvegas9040 Жыл бұрын

I changed mine out when I first bought my Vette. Halo tail lights on the rear really modernized the look to me. Only thing I think needs a better upgrade is the back up light lenses. I smoked mine because they always looked faded to me.

@mwdunn3 Жыл бұрын

This was one of the first things I did to my 02 I bought last year. The old fixtures were actually melted right above the DRLs. The stock incandescents were too hot and too close to the plastic. I went with a $50 set of fixtures and switchback LEDs and am very happy with the results.

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@ctvette1318 Жыл бұрын

Looks great!

@user-go6vk3bt3x 2 ай бұрын

Finally put mine on today. Honestly wasn't as bad as I expected. Crazy how bad the old ones were! Thank you for this video!

@Toys4Life 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback!

@daren9721 Жыл бұрын

I did the led with the sequential turn signals! Love them! Tail lights are next!

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

👍 Nice.

@frankorasputin1929 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, a very good idea.

@jamien9327 Жыл бұрын

Looks good!

@troy8940 Жыл бұрын

😎 Thanks for sharing

@harryharry3193 Жыл бұрын

thumbs up. Ill think about it. Previous owner has 1 LED in mine---and LED headlights---with some booogey wooooogey blackbox thing....aint no brighter and its funky at night with turn signals acting funny. STOCK IS BEST. summer project.

@octoman_games Жыл бұрын

Definitely a great upgrade! my light housing is already melted and had to tape a lightbulb lol

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

What light assembly do you have?

@octoman_games Жыл бұрын

@@Toys4Life the original housing. the bore where the light bulb turns and clips into is completely melted. since i dont have a lift i had to remove the headlights up top and destroy my hand. I took an LED and Gorilla taped it. It's been holding since but i definitely want your housing. makes the car look more modern too.

@todd8928 6 ай бұрын

Makes the car look new. I used LEDs.

@tim1299 11 ай бұрын

My car being white, I still like the originals. I am replacing the passenger side fixture as I write this wit OEG. I understand if your car has a dark color converting. It is the bulbs that causes the problem. So, I will be going with the LED switchback DRL.

@mikeanddebboyers6822 Жыл бұрын

Great video! I sure wish they had chrome. I guess the black will look better than the milky DRL's I have now.🤮

@richardelliott8352 4 ай бұрын

to each their own. As long as the OEM lights work I am fine with not introducing another potential failure point into my old car. I suppose that my sockets are not melted is because a dry climate has less chance for water to drip straight down into the light fixture and cause a short.

@Toys4Life 4 ай бұрын

It's not from a short, it's just from the heat of the bulb over time. I suspect the ones in the Southwest get super 🔥

@craigsoares2111 Жыл бұрын

I bought these same turn signal housings last year cause the previous own of mine installed clear turn signal housings which I hated

@josephcruz3330 Жыл бұрын

Buddy, I love it, I am ordering this. Thank you. Aloha

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

I'm coming to Hawaii to install them for you!!!

@josephcruz3330 Жыл бұрын

@@Toys4Life Buddy, let me know when you plan to come to Hawaii. No need to rent a car, you can use my Vette while you are here. I installed the Blower Motor for my A/C and it still not working. I need to take it to a A/C and get it repaired. Let me know if in fact you are coming. Aloha

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

I feel like that would be worthy of a video 🙂. Unfortunately a visit to Hawaii is not in the cars for me at the moment but maybe in the next few winters? I'll definitely look you up if I make the trip!

@josephcruz3330 Жыл бұрын

My friend. The perfect show for you to come to Hawaii is the day I get everything needed to install the Super Charger on my Corvette. That will be awesome. In fact I will have you stay at my home in Makakilo so you don't have to worry about hotel or rental car. All you need is your ticket and spending money for your gifts to take home. Remember, you need to install and tune the Corvette. So tools must travel with you. How's this for a Title "Super Chargered Paradise. Aloha Edition. ". This can happen my friend.

@raymondshartrand2417 6 ай бұрын

Just changed mine out today. I installed new bulbs, same as the factory ones. But the new enclosures are awesome. I did not need to go to LED because I wanted to keep it on the least expensive side for now. Everyone complains about the bulbs, burning the housing, but remember these cars are 20+ years old. 🤔

@Toys4Life 6 ай бұрын

Indeed!

@joshualevi Сағат бұрын

When I replaced mine I left the holder in place and just removed the lens. I had to do it twice because the DRL bulbs managed to melt the housings on the first set.

@cygnusx-1862 Жыл бұрын

I love the c5, many don't like the pop up headlights but I love them. The Corvette was the last production car to feature pop ups and it will remain that way thanks to European laws.

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

100% agree!

@muffinmonster2714 Жыл бұрын

Great video! I have the same fixtures and added LED switch backs. Big upgrade! Where did you get that awesome C5 t-shirt?

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

Thanks MM27! Here's a link to the shirt - my new favorite ! amzn.to/3JrS8TJ

@GregorioLonewolf Жыл бұрын

After watching this video a few times, like 4-5 times, it was cool enough weather wise (west coast heat wave) to install the Amerilite Turn Signal Housings last night after work. I started about 5pm and by 6:30 I was finally able to get to the old housing. To get to the screws on the housing was getting to be a real pain. Especially the 10mm in front. Losing time due to my schedule I just said screw this and put it back together until early Saturday morning and I have all day to mess with this swap. I have Rhino Ramps that I bought at AutoZone, which barely gave me enough clearance and was a bear to drive onto as the front spoiler I installed under the bumper kept sliding the ramps as I drove up the ramps. I bought new turn signal bulbs but the AutoZone was out of stock on the side marker lights and I want to put all new bulbs in. Fortunate that I didn't finish the job last night as this morning I found the side marker bulb on the driver's side was out and needs replacing. I didn't want to have to do this job twice due to a burned out bulb. Yes, I have the appropriate tools and was wishing I had either an electric or air gun to make life easier vs. just a ratchet and sockets. Your video is wonderful, as all of your videos are but this was just too much with out the proper time to do the job. But, I agree with you that these new Amerilite housings look fantastic and just as your old housings mine need replacing as well. I'm not giving up.

@Toys4Life 11 ай бұрын

Now that I am sure they are in - nice upgrade, enjoy!!

@leonlawrencez28 Жыл бұрын

Looks good. I plan on doing the same but I'm using white LED Bulbs.

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

Nice, I'd be curious to see what that would look like versus the orange bulb stock incandescent.

@leonlawrencez28 Жыл бұрын

@@Toys4Life I already have the white LED bulbs on the car now and yellow on the smaller market light. It's pretty bright. Yes I know ...the hyper flash but I actually like the hyper flash. I have red LED tail lights also. It's bright and makes a difference in the daytime traffic.

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

Sweet, toss a couple beers in the fridge, I'll swing by and take a peek!

@Glide1992 Жыл бұрын

I found the 8mm screw to be a real PITA.

@Vivianauxito Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the informative content,sir. I am really impressed. Are you open to doing more Auto lighting review? We would like to arrange product shipped to you for doing a product review as well.

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

Hi, What's the name of the product, link? Thank you.

@Vivianauxito Жыл бұрын

@@Toys4Life Is there an email address? Then I can send the link to the product. Link are not available here

@frankorasputin1929 Жыл бұрын

I went to leds

@fritzmeynejr2983 Жыл бұрын

I am surprised you did not go with LED illumination? BTW, you posts are always informative!

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

I am not really a fan of the LED offerings. The looks, added complexity, harder to find parts when something burns out and the cost. That having been said, if I did much night driving - I would pop for a major headlight upgrade - the stock headlights are marginal at best and that is a safety concern IMO!

@belowknee6754 Жыл бұрын

I replaced mine w/oem also. That lasted 2 months then installed led switchbacks, KnightDrive circular leds, rear VetteLights gen 2 halos with laser side markers. SO GLAD I DID! You'll be able to see the road at night and car looks even cooler!! Do it. Don't hesitate. You'll be happy you did.

@stereolababy Жыл бұрын

@@Toys4Life your vette is supercharged and you bring up complexity and cost with led's?

@pasqualesibilio7004 Жыл бұрын

Where I can buy it ?

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

I included a link in the description to the video.

@bat5917 Жыл бұрын

Interesting how things degrade unnoticed before our eyes, until one day… 😮

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

Indeed!

@Z06GT1 Жыл бұрын

I installed the Sharp Light Innovations headlights on my C5 as I did not think that the OEM headlights were adequate. Since the DRLs were easy to get to with the headlights removed I installed the LEDs. The OEM bulbs get really hot and crack the plastic housing allowing water to get in.

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

I've heard good things about the sharp light headlights, maybe their next on the list? I know the stock bulbs crack the factory turn signal housings, I'm going to take one of these out next winter and see what it looks like. If it looks like it's starting to melt maybe I'll switch to LEDs but I'd rather stay incandescent for the convenience on the turn signals anyway.

@FrancoisTCS Жыл бұрын

@@Toys4Life you can go with real LED manufacturer like Sylvania/Osram or Philips, they have 4157 amber in their assortment. This is my next move. I am not sure I will yet replace the housing. I have 2 on my shelf, and I need to make room inside for a custom parking light….which I use as white DRL.

@MrHandiMatt 4 ай бұрын

Ordered a set also thanks to your video!! Was wondering how yours were holding up? I replaced my lights with LED’s and it’s cooking the plastic above the light just like my old housing melted and cracked above the lightbulb. Any ideas?

@Toys4Life 3 ай бұрын

Mine have held up find. Regular bulbs do get hot for sure, LEDs do as well if the resistor is built into the LED. My LED tail lights in the C6 have the resistor in a safe place to avoid any issues - check it out. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/r951nbukqZ60j2Q.html

@Trevayne4 Жыл бұрын

Very cool! I have to ask about the melting that occurs with the stock bulbs. My passenger side one I can see the burned and melted plastic above the stock bulb. So are LED light replacements really a big deal. Are there no LED lights that are plug and play?

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

My only concern is when they fail (and Even LEDs fail) you cant easily fix them on a Saturday morning by going to AutoZone. Instead you have to try to figure out if the manufacturer you bought from is even still around, so that it will be plug and play with what you have. I'll stick with the regular bulbs for turn signals.

@pauljr.harrington1905 7 ай бұрын

Good enough for the money, but I prefer the LEDs.

@Toys4Life 7 ай бұрын

That's cool 😎

@curt5253 Жыл бұрын

should have gone with smoked on that black

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

That probably would look nicer however the legal side of my brain says forget it, if I'm ever involved in an accident I don't want to give the attorney for the other side any ammo when negotiating a settlement- hopefully a settlement where they're paying me for their client causing accident. You give them an inch and they'll take 3 in. Smoked tail lights can be horrible if You happen to be rear-ended by somebody which is one of the most common accidents. It will likely receive less compensation if they have any sort of evidence that you were not as visible as you should have been.

@shftdwn1 Жыл бұрын

I ran those for 2 years now and they're faded... I now run those fancy led turn signals now

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

That' odd. Most C5's don't sit outside much - yet alone the short period of time in the early AM or evening where the turn signals even see direct sun. Were yours Amerilite? For $55 bucks I will test these and if they fade on me I WILL report back!!!

@shftdwn1 Жыл бұрын

@Toys4Life C5 same brand. They were a lil cheaper of a price 2yrs ago lol but my c5z sits outside for 12hrs when I'm at work. I treat it like a regular car and the bulbs did melt the inside plastic too.

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

@@shftdwn1 That seems pretty common, the OEMs generally do that and so did mine. You would think they could give it a little bit more of an air gap...

@kirbyharder9322 18 күн бұрын

What is the real cost of your supercharger kit? I have the lights you installed, good video...

@Toys4Life 17 күн бұрын

aacorvette.com/shop/product/c5-supercharger/

@ec-vh7ov Жыл бұрын

need your assistance please do you have any idea what is the size of a C5 trans cooler? i need to change mine.😂

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

Auto or manual? Do you road race your car?

@josephcruz3330 Жыл бұрын

Where can I get those exhaust tips. I need new ones for my exhaust upgrades

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

I will have details on the install and links to the parts I used coming next Saturday!

@user-em6kp5jo3c 9 ай бұрын

I know this is an older video but what is the mod list on your c5 currently and how many lbs do u run?

@Toys4Life 8 ай бұрын

It is a pretty short list - look for a mod video this winter perhaps! About 13psi of boost.

@Ls_corvette Жыл бұрын

Ever considered getting new wheels for the c5 to spice up the look. Probably making the car look newer.

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

I have always been a 5 spoke chrome/polished alum guy as I like the way they look and I also remind myself every time I wash the C5 how the 5 spoke wheel is the easiest wheel to clean - compared to a complex design with all sorts of nooks and crannies. But mainly, I love the stock ones. If I had the cheap wagon wheels, they would be gone within a week of ownership! What's your wheel preference?

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

I think so too, but I think it's good that everybody has different wheels because it keeps it interesting!

@FrancoisTCS Жыл бұрын

@@Toys4Life wagon wheel forever! 😊

@mwp1088 10 ай бұрын

I have the oem magnesium ones on mine, really nice look.

@craigsoares2111 Жыл бұрын

Just remove the headlight bucket assembly instead and you can do it all from the top

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

I should have tried that method on one side and then gave an opinion on which way is quicker, easier and problem free.

@frankorasputin1929 Жыл бұрын

My old ones were actually melted. Turned off the drl's when I bought it. Led everywhere now.

@kenhigginbotham4989 Жыл бұрын

right hand drive C5 ?

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

@curt5253 Жыл бұрын

easier to remove headlight bucket..20minutes

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

I should have done one that way 2 compare. From the bottom is easy enough as well.

@vice4134 Жыл бұрын

Wait 5 years & see how it looks.

@Toys4Life Жыл бұрын

If it fails - I will report back. That having been said, if they fail in 5 years - I would replace with the same for $55 bucks. They look very nice IMO.

@vice4134 Жыл бұрын

@@Toys4Life What I would do if I were in your shoes, add a security film over it for extra protection in case rocks hit it which is very common if you drive on a gravel road.