GMT800 Silverado headlights from the factory are hazy, dim, and dated. Whether you want better night visibility, a cleaner look, or both — there are solid options at every price point.
STOCK LIMITATIONS
- Factory Base system sounds good but head unit is limited to CD and AM/FM
- Factory polycarbonate lens hazes over with UV exposure — kills light output
- Reflector-style factory housing creates a wide, low-intensity beam pattern
- No projector option from the factory — beam cutoff is soft and scattered
COMMON ISSUES WITH FACTORY HEADLIGHTS
- Driver seat bolster cracking from entry and exit wear
- Cloth seats stain permanently from work use
- UV damage turns the lens yellow and reduces output
OPTIONS
OEM Replacement LEDs (plug-and-play)
- Drop-in LED bulbs for H13 socket — no relay needed on most GMT800s
- Output improvement over stock halogen but limited by reflector housing
- Easy install — 20 minutes per side
Projector Retrofit Housings
- Replace the entire headlight housing with a projector unit
- Clean beam cutoff, focused output, dramatic improvement in night visibility
- Requires wiring check — most are plug-and-play on GMT800
Headlight Restoration
- If lenses are hazy, restore before replacing
- 3M or Meguiar’s kits work well on polycarbonate lenses
- Add UV sealant after — they’ll haze again within a year without it