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71gmcC15 · 03-31-2020, 01:47 PM

I know there are threads on this already and they all say you can't get them. They are also old. I was wondering if just maby some one has started making them. Or at least knows how to disassemble them and put new innards in it. Mine has a broken tab on it and needs replaced

71gmcC15 · 04-01-2020, 10:45 AM

Gess I'll just put a 71 72 chevy bumper on it. Get rid of my grill lights. Even though I had rob make me some led boards for them.

Willys_MB · 04-01-2020, 11:06 AM

I need to do this as well. I'm planning on taking mine to the old guy at my local NAPA and having him help me source a new socket. They usually come through for me

Willys_MB · 04-01-2020, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Willys_MB

I need to do this as well. I'm planning on taking mine to the old guy at my local NAPA and having him help me source a new socket. They usually come through for me

Also, I'm not sure of what you're looking for, but you can probably source something that doesn't look stock. If you want stock, hit the parts board!

71gmcC15 · 04-01-2020, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Willys_MB

Also, I'm not sure of what you're looking for, but you can probably source something that doesn't look stock. If you want stock, hit the parts board!

The park/ blinker light socket for the grill. Mine had a broken off contact and is rusty. The think with going with an another one like from the junkyard or what have you it will probably look about the same. I have a lead on a 72 chevy frount bumper with lights and brackets. If I can get them off there mine.

**special-K** · 04-01-2020, 01:22 PM

I have two GMCs and look at plenty others. Mine look good as new and so do most I see. It is more rare to have one that crusty. It must not have been fully pushed together to seal it and for a long time. I'm sure you can find one, before long, on the parts board. if you just want a '72 Chevy bumper that's one thing. But I can't see doing all that when all you need is a socket in the fixture. Surely you could rig something up, even if you never find an OEM piece

71gmcC15 · 04-01-2020, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I have two GMCs and look at plenty others. Mine look good as new and so do most I see. It is more rare to have one that crusty. It must not have been fully pushed together to seal it and for a long time. I'm sure you can find one, before long, on the parts board. if you just want a '72 Chevy bumper that's one thing. But I can't see doing all that when all you need is a socket in the fixture. Surely you could rig something up, even if you never find an OEM piece

Your 100% right. But I dont what this to happen again if the other side brakes or what ever if I just switch to the chevy bumper I can get unlimited replacements. We GMC guys have it hard when it comes to the aftermarket.

**maverickmk** · 04-01-2020, 07:51 PM

I'm not sure if this is the one you're looking for, but I just ordered 2 of these for my '69 GMC.

https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Pico-...et,387031.html

hugger6933 · 04-01-2020, 09:31 PM

My C-30 [71] needed a pair of lights for my bumper. Being the resourceful guy I am [read broke] and that i have built and junked TONS of88=07 trucks I replaced the end from the old truck with three wire pigtails from a newer type.Now my one ton takes the newer 3157 light bulb. I did have to drill a hole in my lamp housings to ground the third wire. I also opened the hole for the light bulb but no big. Works awesome. Jim

**FirstOwner69** · 04-02-2020, 01:34 AM

Anything here that would work?
https://www.repairconnector.com/cate...eatured&page=1

*randy500* · 04-02-2020, 02:14 AM

Gmc suburban on the parts board, blazer section being parted out right now.

71gmcC15 · 04-02-2020, 06:05 AM

Messaged the guy about the parklight sockets. Long shot since the frount clip is sold.

71gmcC15 · 04-02-2020, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by maverickmk

I'm not sure if this is the one you're looking for, but I just ordered 2 of these for my '69 GMC.

https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Pico-...et,387031.html

Let me know if they fir it the housings and work good.

**HO455** · 04-02-2020, 07:38 AM

From what I can see in the photo it looks similar to the brake light sockets on my GTO. Even if the plastic housings are different I'm fairly certain you can remove the contacts and swap them. I've done it on mine.

https://www.opgi.com/ignition-electr...t-ch28290.html

**maverickmk** · 04-02-2020, 09:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 71gmcC15

Let me know if they fir it the housings and work good.

I just got them yesterday and they fit perfect. I am hoping I can get to wiring them in today and will let you know, but I don't see an issue with that.

71gmcC15 · 04-02-2020, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by maverickmk

I just got them yesterday and they fit perfect. I am hoping I can get to wiring them in today and will let you know, but I don't see an issue with that.

wiring should be fairly straight forward. I'll have to order some.

**special-K** · 04-03-2020, 07:11 AM

Good to know, if these work out well. If so, start a thread to share the info on them for all the other GMC owners

71gmcC15 · 04-14-2020, 01:36 PM

I found a set of parklight bulbs sockets yesterday at the junkyard . Now I have all working lights again.

**maverickmk** · 04-14-2020, 01:41 PM

I wired the ones I bought the other day and they are perfect. They have the notch and fit like factory. Only difference is the wire colors.

71gmcC15 · 04-14-2020, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by maverickmk

I wired the ones I bought the other day and they are perfect. They have the notch and fit like factory. Only difference is the wire colors.

Good to know. If I ever have a problem with them again I'll definitely will go with them.

**amcgeh01** · 09-14-2020, 11:55 PM

Hi, Saw your solution and glad it worked... But I was thinking shouldn't you have a 3-wire socket (what they call a combination socket) so that the turn signals will work as well as just the static park light..? or did you figure out a way to wire it up to work that way..

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Originally Posted by maverickmk

I wired the ones I bought the other day and they are perfect. They have the notch and fit like factory. Only difference is the wire colors.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 09-15-2020, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by amcgeh01

Hi, Saw your solution and glad it worked... But I was thinking shouldn't you have a 3-wire socket (what they call a combination socket) so that the turn signals will work as well as just the static park light..? or did you figure out a way to wire it up to work that way..

I don't think you need 3 lines. One for Parking filament and one for Turn Signal/Hazard Flashers. The lamp base is the Ground side. The stock light buckets only have 2 leads.

Romo912 · 01-04-2022, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by 71gmcC15

I know there are threads on this already and they all say you can't get them. They are also old. I was wondering if just maby some one has started making them. Or at least knows how to disassemble them and put new innards in it. Mine has a broken tab on it and needs replaced

What pigtails did you end up using
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03-31-2020, 01:47 PM	#1
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	67-72 GMC park light socket I know there are threads on this already and they all say you can't get them. They are also old. I was wondering if just maby some one has started making them. Or at least knows how to disassemble them and put new innards in it. Mine has a broken tab on it and needs replaced __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

04-01-2020, 10:45 AM	#2
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket Gess I'll just put a 71 72 chevy bumper on it. Get rid of my grill lights. Even though I had rob make me some led boards for them. __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

04-01-2020, 11:06 AM	#3
Willys_MB Registered User Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 856	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket I need to do this as well. I'm planning on taking mine to the old guy at my local NAPA and having him help me source a new socket. They usually come through for me __________________ 1968 GMC C2500 Long Bed Fleetside

04-01-2020, 01:22 PM	#6
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket I have two GMCs and look at plenty others. Mine look good as new and so do most I see. It is more rare to have one that crusty. It must not have been fully pushed together to seal it and for a long time. I'm sure you can find one, before long, on the parts board. if you just want a '72 Chevy bumper that's one thing. But I can't see doing all that when all you need is a socket in the fixture. Surely you could rig something up, even if you never find an OEM piece __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

04-01-2020, 07:51 PM	#8
maverickmk Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Cocoa FL Posts: 596	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket I'm not sure if this is the one you're looking for, but I just ordered 2 of these for my '69 GMC. https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Pico-...et,387031.html __________________ Die with memories, not dreams. Not to brag, but I don't need alcohol to make really bad decisions. 1969 GMC Short Step Side

04-01-2020, 09:31 PM	#9
hugger6933 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Marianna Arkansas Posts: 7,257	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket My C-30 [71] needed a pair of lights for my bumper. Being the resourceful guy I am [read broke] and that i have built and junked TONS of88=07 trucks I replaced the end from the old truck with three wire pigtails from a newer type.Now my one ton takes the newer 3157 light bulb. I did have to drill a hole in my lamp housings to ground the third wire. I also opened the hole for the light bulb but no big. Works awesome. Jim

04-02-2020, 01:34 AM	#10
FirstOwner69 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin & Arizona Posts: 4,838	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket Anything here that would work? https://www.repairconnector.com/cate...eatured&page=1 __________________ Jim

04-02-2020, 02:14 AM	#11
randy500 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 6,873	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket Gmc suburban on the parts board, blazer section being parted out right now.

04-02-2020, 06:05 AM	#12
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket Messaged the guy about the parklight sockets. Long shot since the frount clip is sold. __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

04-02-2020, 07:38 AM	#14
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 10,787	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket From what I can see in the photo it looks similar to the brake light sockets on my GTO. Even if the plastic housings are different I'm fairly certain you can remove the contacts and swap them. I've done it on mine. https://www.opgi.com/ignition-electr...t-ch28290.html Attached Images __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban the WMB,1991 S(stink)-10 Blazer,1969 GTO, 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird. 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

04-03-2020, 07:11 AM	#17
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket Good to know, if these work out well. If so, start a thread to share the info on them for all the other GMC owners __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

04-14-2020, 01:36 PM	#18
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket I found a set of parklight bulbs sockets yesterday at the junkyard . Now I have all working lights again. __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

04-14-2020, 01:41 PM	#19
maverickmk Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Cocoa FL Posts: 596	Re: 67-72 GMC park light socket I wired the ones I bought the other day and they are perfect. They have the notch and fit like factory. Only difference is the wire colors. __________________ Die with memories, not dreams. Not to brag, but I don't need alcohol to make really bad decisions. 1969 GMC Short Step Side



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