1966 Buick Skylark Holley RetroBright Headlight Upgrade!
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- Опубліковано 9 бер 2023
- It's time to upgrade the original lighting on my father's 1966 Buick Skylark using Holly RetroBright units. It was a seamless install on our car and made an absolutely amazing difference in the visibility! Can't wait to cruise this thing in the summer! As always, thanks for watching!
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You would be surprised (or maybe not) at how many people don’t know how to change lights like that! I remember changing them on my 78 Pinto!😂
Ah The old Pinto, Ford's answer to the hand grenade
Ah The old Vega, Chevy's answer to the internal destruction engine!😆
@@glennnickerson8438 That's why smart people put small blocks in them and oh so lite too
After a long day at the office this made for an awesome surprise!
A tasteful way to update a classic, keeping your dad and his ride safer.. Good stuff :D
Holy Smokes!!! You aligned your headlights. Man, no one does that anymore, and it's obvious. Thank you
Gotta get some! Used to be able to rob those flathead screws from old electrical fittings (in Australia)
Good morning Lord Duff and Sir Mortske hope all is well give Duff some love and pets lights looks good
Good deal. I know people hate them. But man do they help see better. Doing a great job. Keep up the great work
I love how at 12:19 you can actually hear the liquid “glub” as the spark plug socket finds its way to its watery grave 😂
I'm a Mopar guy but I'm in love with this car!👍👍👍
Had a 64 Buick Special I bought for 500 bucks back in 1985, with 41k on the odo with the little 310 wildcat high Nichol block, and it was the same color as this one, Sea Foam Green, well that was what they called that color in 64 anyway. Brought back some memories for me watchin this. loved that car. It was a mint little old lady car, that had been sitting in the garage for 8 years since the lady past away.
Looks great!
Bright AF!
You sure are Duffer's chauffeur! LOL
Thanx buddy!
Had a headlight adjustment kit it was part of New York’s safety inspection until 2000
Us old guys couldn’t see where the hell we were going, and we loved it!
But we made it where we was a going
That is a real nice car dad has to be happy with it now he'll see even better at night your a good man mortskee for taking care of him
Now you can say “ I SAW THE LIGHT “ my friend and with that can I get a hallelujah
just when I was thinking its nice to see a car without mouse terds... they nested on the battery...
even this dog guy got to say...
a couple of outdoor/shop cats may not be the worlds worst idea....
great video (as usual)
66 skylark 4 doors are now cooler than ever. keep the upgades going.
I’m rebuilding my 71 Mopar Satellite Sebring Plus, my first car I bought when I was 14 years old in 79. Although it was only 8 years old at the time it looked and ran like it was fifty. Now to make a very long story short, me and my dad blew it apart and rebuilt and painted it and I had one of the coolest cars in town. Twenty years go by, dad passed, I got married, put a kid through collage, and all though a lot of guys begged me to sell them my Mopar I didn’t. Now I’m doing it for my daughter, a bunch of metal, frame, floor pans and a everything else between the bumpers I’m finishing it up. Now to the video of today, I looked at those Holly lights you just put in, my only complaint was the cost, I too have the four light set, and it’s at the end of the build so I’m way in over my head, lol. So I bought a Amazon, Chineseum set up that’s about a third of the price. We all know you get what you pay for, so I like most guys will do it twice to pay more money, lol. So anyway, I know I’ll probably be doing all four headlights over again once I’m done with the sticker shock and I’ll get those Holly Led’s. Isn’t that the definition of crazy, doing the same thing over and expecting a different outcome? Thanks for your videos, give Duff a goodie for me and have a sandwich.
Those lights are crazy bright!!!!! Holy smokes!!!! Can’t believe all the snow you have!! We have had a pretty easy winter this year..nice change 😊
Yes I want to see headlight alignment video!!!
Great video
❤Love to Duffers❤
I actually like those. Thank you for sharing. Pennsylvania still checks headlight alignment for state inspection.
Friday beer crew reporting in
Make sure you get one high beam aimed about face level for somebody coming at you that doesn't click down!
haha
Boy that did make a big difference yes in Virginia in the mid seventies I worked at a service station and that was part of the state inspection as adjusting the headlights or checking them anyway
That a huge difference looks good
Regarding the floor drain issue, you could pull the grate up and put some window screen over the hole then put the grate back on top of the screen to keep it in place. It might just be the best of both worlds.
Or hardware cloth it will last longer
I was thinking he could put some cardboard over it when he's working with stuff that can fall in but that's a good idea with a window screen.
We use old mud flaps off of semi trucks in the shop. Kick em over top of the floor drain when you know you'll be working above the drain.
Or any rubber floor mat
good job real bright much better now your dad will be safe hi duff.
Great video. I just ordered a set for my 1974 Galaxie 500, and I can’t wait to put them in. I replaced the original bulbs with Sylvania halogen sealed beams 2 years ago and they cracked after two uses.
Wow!! Now them are some lights!!!
The fact that they look original is the icing on this cupcake. Well done sir.
DUDE! THE SOUND OF THE SOCKET PLOPPING IN THE WATER IN THE DRAIN MADE ME LOL! try a plastic mesh or a scrap of scrim fencing over said drain
Love your videos awesome content❤ ❤❤❤❤
Thank you so much 😀
Yes. Adjust head light is a must.
Glad to see that Buick getting some serious illumination. Was wondering if they're worth it, and your preview comparison said it all.
Such a nice car! Who knew that a 66 Skylark 4 door would be cool :) like the car the English teacher drove back when I was in High School
My 1965 Malibu 4 Dr has all 4 T3 bulbs in it. For me they are bright enough. Back in the early 1980s I put aircraft landing lights in the high beam. Now those lights turned night into day instantly.
I need a set of those!
That made a hell of a difference.
No snow here, it’s in the 80’s already brother! Thanks for sharing, you and Duff stay safe my friend!
Thanks, you too!
Man, it seems like it's been winter up there for years.
agreed!
One of my favorite Mortske creations and every upgrade you do makes it even better ! Those Holley lights are a great product ! Take care and I know you would have never got it done if not for the expert supervision by The best dog the game Duff !
I used to be a state inspector in Louisiana and there we had to check headlight alignment and adjust as needed. The more you know
Make America Great Again .We dont have Inspections in Florida
Here in Australia they have to be checked when it goes over the pits, and every 12 months in most States, except South Australia, thanks for sharing, all the best to yous and your loved ones
My favourite car's back again, can't fault ya.
Cheer's 🍻 mortske , I still cannot forget that my father had a 65 Buick Wildcat with a 4 speed before he went to Vietnam, he's sold it to his brother- got wrecked it' shit''' happens when you're having fun! Oil well that's life. Glad my uncle is alive.
I meant to say was a Grand Sport Buick with a wildcat engine for 445 and that meant the torque output.
Duff says he knew it would be a Bright Idea.
Holy cow those are like night and day pun intended 😂
So much better than those spider eye looking jobbies. I'm about to look them up.
"Munster's" like theme song at 14:29. Awesome.
I believe that sealed beam and bulb type halogen headlights didn't come out until the late 70's. I remember that the 79 VW Rabbit my parents bought new had the bulb type halogen headlights and were considerably brighter than the old incandescent sealed beams that were used up to that point. Even halogen headlights are dim compared to the new LED headlights though.
If the lenses are plastic, I would suggest putting a good application of wax on them to prevent premature fogging.
would explain the lost Philips screw from the grille and mismatched screws in the buckets
Hey Mortske: Nothing like some bright lights on your Buick... Definitely makes a statement and Duff likes it too...From the home of PB Blaster Silicone spray... Cleveland, Ohio.......
I mean… i know how to do it, but I’m still requesting you show us all, in the world, how to properly adjust your headlights 👌
I for one would like to see how YOU adjust headlights
Don't work over the drain man...Thanks for the Friday matinee and thanks to the editing department 🍺🐾
You bet
Like you said, I like that the Holley RetroBrights don't look cheesy like those multi-bulb LED choices do. I plan on buying these.
Good call!
You can visit your local carpet installers and pick up some remnant scraps and place over the grate. Water runs through debris stays out. Occasionally it can be pressure washed. Easy peasy lemon squeeze!
I got the email from Holley showing the lights. Thinking I should get them for my C10. Probably get the rear bulbs also. Thanks for the video. It's good to see how good they are.👍🇺🇸
Can't wait til the weather gets warmer and you're wearing that straw hat instead of that winter beanie!😆 It is a cool hat--I need to order one!
Can't wait!
Head light adjustment sounds good to me
Blinded by the light🤪 !!! That's a really nice car,Check out that AWESOME forklift She's a beaut Clark 🤣
Another bright idea! 😁👌
Those are impressive though ... I'm sold !
LED headlights are a great upgrade. The fact that those Holley lights look more or less like stock is nice as well. The other thing about LED headlights is they draw much less power, which will put less current strain through your headlight switch. I plan on doing the Holley RetroBrights on my 67 Chevelle, which currently (see what I did there?) runs a set of Hella H4 halogens with a dual relay setup to keep the load off of the switch as well as puts full voltage to the lights, which makes them a bit brighter. Once I install the Holley LED's I will probably do away with that relay system. Thanks for the video review, Mortske, it really has helped me decide to do this upgrade. Take care, man, and give Duff an ear scratch or two from me.
The relays are a nice improvement.
Great content as usual, all the best going forwards from the Uk
Thanks 👍
Great way to start the weekend, I really love Buicks and in particularly this one! 😊
Those are some nice looking upgrades for the old Buick
Good video on the Holly Lights. They do make quite a difference. I've had some close calls with a few animals at night. Went to LED, see down the road farther and wider path. Thanks for sharing 👍 Have a great Weekend 👋
Same to you
The nice thing about Holly is quality.. pop's won't have to worry about the lens turning yellow after a year. My mustang has standard bulbs on it. Dang, can't see nothing!! My 94 f150 LED'S on it I can see a jackrabbit on your property from the cornfield across the road from you. No it's a bean field. NO I'M NOT STALKING YOU!!! Kidding Mort. Nice lights and give Duff a pat on the side for me. Goood Boy.
Man you have some serious snow banks , you are one lucky man …lol. We have been on the decline for snow totals for over the last ten years, so when a fellow that plows and removes snow as part of their income sees a snow bank like yours …I see $$$. Love the LS swap and the new shiners . Oh and it looks 👀like a snow bank cause that’s what it is .👍👍
Shawn
Oh Boy, that's a nice looking car!
That sure looks like the passenger side you started with first 😉
Wow- another new garage? Mr. success!
I like factory however this is a nice upgrade to have and battle back the people with led bar lights
Nice when you have plug and play and what a difference , they look terrific . Stuart in Canada............
Yes they are!
Another fun vid! Thanks! yeah lets see a HD adj on the Tow pig!
A set of these was a massive game changer for me, not trying to be a holley shill but one of the smartest products ive bought.
Definitely a great product
Finally home from work to watch this. Thanks for the great content. Love when you call Duff a Goon. Thanks again for both channels.
Love that LS ! Those lights are nice since are bolt in and results are great. There's an unwritten rule that if you take something apart above the smallest hole, a screw or part will fall into that hole. I relearn that rule often unfortunately 😕.
The Smith Law?
Part of Murphy's law
Put some similar ones on my Junk Jeep Probably the best upgrade I have ever done Great stuff Mortske Thank you
Right on!
Thank you for blinding me all the way in Mississippi. Nice upgrade by the way. :)
Any time!
They look great. Put leds in my old rig. They piss people off a little at night but see so much better than the old halogen bulbs. Pops will be impressed
Awesome! I daily a '60 Impala 4 door hardtop when it's not snow weather, and this will be a perfect upgrade from the standard incandescent headlights I'm currently running! THANK YOU!
I've done the headlights swap on my old truck also. Makes a huge difference
Although I wired mine to a resistor. They draw power from the battery in instead of the factory wiring. The light switch still turn them off and on.
I believe you'll burn the light switch up wiring the straight in.
You mean a Relay?
@@moremortskerepair4354 yeah sorry. A rely
I do need those for my 1967 Buick LeSabre too... thanks Mortske for make me buying these lights. 😂
You're welcome!
ALRIGHT Mortske you have me worried about myself! I just watched a video of yours titled Headlight Upgrade. I have to get out more! ;)
That makes it a lot nicer for sure. Thanks for sharing.
Hello sweet. Mama card here three days late, but finally made it.
Get you some aluminum window screen to lay over the Greta drain. Great upgrade on the headlights.
Nice upgrade! Thinking about trying those out on my 76 Gran Torino.
That Buick is awesome
Wow! Those new headlights make quite the difference. Good deal!
Nice rig…reckon your dad is well chuffed with it…have you ever done a project with him where you both swing the spanners (he looked pretty handy just quietly)?
Man you never disappoint. Looks real good. God Bless my Friend and have a good one.
Man, thanks for doing this. I've wanted to upgrade my 442 and now that I see what it looks like... Done. Thanks my man!
Alot new cars need the lights adjusted for crap sake . Old cars should be easier I believe. That Buick is Awesome btw Mortske
That's so cool looking!
Wow, way to shed some light on the subject! Those are some bright lights. Looks great! 😊👍
Thanks 👍
What we do need is some puddin in north Dakota collab😂😂 who' an i kidding the upper midwest mosquitos would carry him away
Awesome thanks for making this video now I know what to put in my 65 Corvair
Mortskie use astroturf under your grate it will let water drain and keep valuables up top also easy to clean.
Kevin,we live in Orlando and right now at 7:25 pm it’s 75 I lived in Mass for over 60 yrs, I feel your pain. Stay warm.
Always enjoy your videos. Miss my skylark had the exact same car. Great ride , keep them coming !