DSE C3 Electric Headlight Door Kit (1979 - 1982 Chevrolet Corvette) - 122010DS
Modernize the hidden headlight system on your late C3 Corvette with the Detroit Speed 122010DS C3 Electric Headlight Door Kit. Designed specifically for 1979 - 1982 Chevrolet Corvette applications, this complete system replaces the original vacuum-actuated headlight doors with electronically controlled actuators for smoother, more reliable and synchronized operation. Eliminating the factory vacuum system is especially beneficial on performance builds with large camshafts and low engine vacuum because headlight door operation no longer depends on a strong vacuum signal.
Detroit Speed engineered the 122010DS with current-sensing technology that requires no adjustment and automatically operates the headlight doors whenever the headlamps are switched on or off. Installation requires no permanent modification to your classic Corvette, leaving no permanent holes or spliced wires behind and allowing the vehicle to be returned to its original configuration if desired. The complete kit includes two electric actuators, a control module, wiring harness, mounting brackets, hardware and instructions. Replacing the bulky factory vacuum system can also save almost 5 pounds on some applications when comparing the total weight of the two systems.
Specifications
- Part Number: 122010DS
- Manufacturer: Detroit Speed
- Product Type: C3 Electric Headlight Door Kit
- Application: 1979 - 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
- Headlight Door Actuation: Electronic
- Replaces: Factory Vacuum-Actuated Headlight Door System
- Control Technology: Current Sensing
- Electric Actuators: Two Included
- Control Module: Included
- Wiring Harness: Included
- Mounting Brackets: Included
- Installation Hardware: Included
- Instructions: Included
- Permanent Vehicle Modification Required: No
- Permanent Holes or Spliced Wires Required: No
- Potential Weight Savings: Almost 5 Pounds on Some Applications
- Emission Code: 4
Features
- Application-specific electric headlight door upgrade for 1979 - 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
- Replaces the complicated factory vacuum-actuated headlight door system with electronic actuators
- Provides reliable, smooth and synchronized headlight door operation
- Eliminates the bulky and failure-prone vacuum accessories associated with the original system
- Ideal for performance engines with large camshafts that do not produce enough vacuum for reliable factory headlight door operation
- Current-sensing technology creates a system that requires no adjustment
- Control module automatically actuates the headlight doors when the headlamps are turned on or off
- No permanent modification to the Corvette is required
- Installation leaves no permanent holes or spliced wires behind
- Allows the vehicle to be returned to its original configuration if desired
- Can save almost 5 pounds on some applications compared with the complete factory vacuum system
- Includes two electric actuators, control module, wiring harness, mounting brackets, hardware and instructions
- Retains the signature C3 hidden-headlight design while upgrading its operation with modern electronic controls
Fitment
- 1979 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1980 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1981 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
FAQs
What does the DSE 122010DS C3 Electric Headlight Door Kit replace?
The Detroit Speed 122010DS replaces the factory vacuum-actuated headlight door system on 1979 - 1982 Chevrolet Corvettes. Electronic actuators eliminate the complicated vacuum accessories used by the original hidden-headlight system.
Is the DSE 122010DS a good upgrade for a Corvette with a large camshaft?
Yes. Detroit Speed specifically notes that vehicles with large engine cams and low vacuum signals benefit from this system. Because the headlight doors are electronically controlled, reliable operation is no longer dependent on engine vacuum.
Does installing the DSE 122010DS permanently modify the Corvette?
No. Detroit Speed designed the system for installation without permanent modification to the vehicle. It leaves no permanent holes or spliced wires behind, allowing the Corvette to be returned to its original configuration if desired.
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Upgrade your 1979 - 1982 Corvette's hidden headlights with smooth, reliable electronic operation using the Detroit Speed 122010DS C3 Electric Headlight Door Kit from Beefcake Racing. If you have questions about fitment, installation or other Detroit Speed components for your Corvette build, email sales@beefcakeracing.com or call 1-855-827-7223 for assistance.
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