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Old 07-02-2008, 10:07 PM
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O.k. i need help with this problem im having. Any time i close my lights the passenger side light makes a grinding noise for about 10 seconds. Someone once told me that it was a gear that went out and i need to replace it. What can you guys infrom me with this situation. Thank you
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could b a sign tht the gear is getting weak...i whouldnt worry about it until it doesnt open or close ...as long as it works now it should b fine
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Well i'ld rather replace it to fix the grinding noise. Its annoying as heck. How can i replace this gear, where can i find one if thats what it is.
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also f it does turn out to be the gear, replace it with a brass one
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https://ls1tech.com/forums/pontiac-firebird-1967-2002/177470-firebird-headlights-all-comments-questions-regarding-headlights-go-here.html
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i sent u a pm for the brass gears
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or you can go to oreillys and get a motor for $65 with lifetime warranty
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or you can go to oreillys and get a motor for $65 with lifetime warranty
Yup, just change the motor and call it a day.
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