XJS headlight conversion
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XJS headlight conversion - 5/29/2008 8:00:13 PM
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Keith
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I love my 95 XJS 2+2 convertable, 6.0 V-12. Just can't stand the Euro style headlights. Love the pre-facelift quad headlights. Solution: Just replaced my Euro style headlights with lights from an 88 XJS. Now have the best of two worlds, in my opinion. The reason I'm posting this, is, just in case any other post-facelift owners want to do the same thing, to let them know it is do-able. Most people I've spoken with are under the impression that the two cars were changed so much, that the lights were not interchangeable. The conversion is a direct fit, all the wiring is color coded the same, just the plugs are different, so I used spade connectors to connect the wires. If anyone is interested, I'll be happy to show pictures of the before and after conversion. Also help with any details if needed. Regards. Keith.
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Keith Hodges
Little Rock, Arkansas
85 XJ-6, 95 XJS 2+2 Conv 6.0 V-12
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RE: XJS headlight conversion - 5/30/2008 8:21:51 AM
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ken@britishparts.com
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That's a fairly common swap. And, I agree. The quad lights just look right!
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RE: XJS headlight conversion - 5/30/2008 8:53:49 PM
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Keith
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They sure do, I love the old look. Thats the way XJS's came originally, and the way they should have remained. A couple people seemed to be aware of the swap, but many just assumed that since the front was changed during the facelift, that the headlights were also. At one point I had given up on the idea, thinking it couldn't be done without major body work. Then, a friend in the Neatherlands did it and sent me pictures. Wasn't long before I had the parts I needed, and completed the swap. Now, to swap my XJ-6 lights from the 5 inch to the 7 inch, then everything will be as it should be. Keith.
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Keith Hodges
Little Rock, Arkansas
85 XJ-6, 95 XJS 2+2 Conv 6.0 V-12
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RE: XJS headlight conversion - 6/1/2008 6:22:25 AM
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Keith
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Brake Buster: Yep, knew that, and, the Euro may be original in Europe, the quads are original here in the US. The XJS does look good with the Euro lights, but, in my opinion, which means its only important to me, is that it looks much better than the euro lights. I certainly respect everybodies opinions, and enjoy looking at everyones photos. I don't agree with the US laws regarding headlights which effected the designs, (example: 5 inch lights for XJ-6 instead of the original 7 inch), I'm going to the 7 inch as soon as I get all the appropriate parts. I know there are different versions of the lights, but, my new "88" headlights, which have halogens, light up the road 100% better than the Euro types I just replaced. I have received emails, and at least one set of photos from Europe where the conversion is being done also. Regardless how their fitted, the XJS is still one of the coolest cars on the road.
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Keith Hodges
Little Rock, Arkansas
85 XJ-6, 95 XJS 2+2 Conv 6.0 V-12
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RE: XJS headlight conversion - 6/3/2008 10:46:36 AM
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I'd like to see the before/after pics of the conversion. I can always use more light up front. Also need specifics on anybody that could supply the donor lights.
I just got a '95 2+2 and we love it. Better ride than the other road machines we have had. And a bloody sight quieter than our Boxster.
Does anyone have any ideas on the rear window hitting the back of the seat when the top goes down?
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