Contact us during normal business hours to place your order. Maybe I'll go back in and look at the core support mod like you talk about. honestly, I got tired tweaking them. They supply almost everything you need to install hidden headlights into your plain-Jane Camaro. This kit includes almost everything you need to convert a standard Camaro front headlamps to a Rally Sport hidden headlamp package, taking the guesswork and hassle out of getting the parts you need. In its standard, headlight-exposed form, its perfectly functional. I have retro in my 67. i had to remove some metal to make them fit. Some (like Clasic Industries) use the vacuum actuated door openers and others (like Ricks, Speedway, Heartbeat City and Camaro Central) use electric motors. Come join the discussion about performance, builds, restoration, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, reviews, and more! RE is worth the $245 price difference over DSE if you already have an RS? It was a lot of work. Headlamp Door Assemblies (RH and LH) (Pre Assembled), Front Grill Assembly Hardware Kit (1)/li>, Headlamp Door, Outer (paint to desired color), Headlamp Door Assemblies (Pre-Assembled) (RH and LH), 1969-1969 Chevrolet Camaro (conversion from standard to RS) (with console cauges). That was the one they dropped. Looking at purchasing a RS Conversion Kit for the front headlights. First Generation Camaro Info and Tech - 1967-1969, The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo, https://www.camaros.net/forums/133-build-projects/459263-tims-69-grocery-getter.html, VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. * The standard fenders require adapter brackets for installation of the Rally Sport headlamp conversion kit. Sure, its possible to convert from standard to RS, but until fairly recently it meant hunting for all the parts, dinking with vacuum-actuated doors, and modifying fenders. I too bought the electric kit from either Rick's or Classic and although they work I had to notch the core support to clear the motors and I still can't get the DS door perfect - I will have it where it looks great, it opens and closes a few times and right back where it was. They have worked flawless. Works great. Includes all the major components you'll need to convert your standard front grill to a RS (hidden headlamp) front grill. Even the typical track fiend wants their ride to look nice. Works well and not too complicated. Important: Headlamp washer drip valve solenoid and washer harness not included but are sold separately. If I had it to do over again Retro-Electro. A forum community dedicated to 1st generation Chevy Camaros owners and enthusiasts. We are able to reduce transit time and speed up delivery by shipping these items directly to you. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Not to hijack but is there a kit that works with the standard fenders without changing to the RS brackets? I used DSE on 2 cars. At Camaro Performers we tend to focus on performance, but lets face it, looks matter as well. Because the headlight bucket and motor are all one integrated unit it doesn't really allow for much more than minute adjustments of the RS headlight covers. The key is getting the headlight door adjusted perfectly before you attach the motors. This kit is designed for use on 1969 Camaro models with console gauges. Fortunately, they discontinued the kit. Having used Retro Electro in 2 cars and going on my third in a couple of months. But nobody can, at least not seriously, argue that the Rally Sport (RS) option doesn't blow it away in the looks department. Because these products are produced especially for you, special orders must be prepaid in full and are non-returnable. I used Retro Electro. JavaScript is disabled. Has anyone else made the switch and if so, which one did you choose? I had to cut openings in the core support to clear the motor and gearbox. Special order items are items that are made specifically to your desired product specifications. And once you get clearance for the motors the alignment of the doors is a real PITA as well. I used retro electro kit and was piece of cake on install. I did the Camaro Central kit and regretted it. Not an issue unless LED headlights with the big heat sinks are in the plan. Yes, My Camaro Central kit doors still don't close satisfactory. Thanks. Vehicle make, model, and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners and are used within this site for identification purposes only. This product fits the following vehicle applications. A perfect example of this is the front real estate of a 69 Camaro. Best of all, they replaced the problematic vacuum system in favor of far more reliable electric motors. 67RSSSowned since 69. I am of the opinion that the choice is somewhat dependent on the year. No issues. I bought my kit from Camaro Central. If you've got a standard Camaro and you want to add a Rally Sport hidden headlamp package, figuring out what parts are required can eat up hours of your time and even then, accidentally ordering the wrong part can make this conversion frustrating. 1969 Camaro RS Headlamp Conversion Kit ; with Console Gauges, See What Customers Are Saying About Classic Industries, America's First Choice in Restoration and Performance Parts and Accessories. So long as the aesthetic doesnt negate the ability to hit the road or track, were all for a good-looking Camaro. Enter the RS conversion kit from the folks over at Camaro Central. For some reason i couldnt do text and pics in the above post. Dropship items are not available for pickup in our warehouse showroom. Fender replacement is not necessary when installing these brackets. This is my 67 setup. It had DSE assemblies and I wasn't real happy with fitment on my 69. RS conversion. The main problem is that far more standard Camaros were built compared to those with the RS option. I have probably messed with it 6 or 7 hours using shims, washers, bending tabs you name it. Look at top of this forum. The DSE setup is reputed to be a bit of a mess on the 67s. A basket case for most of it. Dropship items are non-stocking items that are shipped directly from our supplier to you. DSE setup is a complicated mess with multiple bandaids imho. 1969 Camaro LSA 6L90E AME subframe and IRS. Click to view individual years. 1969 Camaro - a gift from the brother-in-law build thread. Any other comments are welcome.