Restoring a 1983 AMC Eagle SX4: Fixing Headlights and Adding Vintage Fog Lights

TLDRIn this episode of Pole Barn Garage, we work on restoring a 1983 AMC Eagle SX4. We fix the headlights by replacing damaged components and removing LED lights. We also add vintage fog lights to enhance the look of the car.

Key insights

🚗The 1983 AMC Eagle SX4 is a rare car, with only 2251 made.

🔧The car requires various repairs, including fixing the headlights and addressing a clunky sound in the front end.

💡The previous owner installed LED lights, but they were not functioning properly.

🌫️To enhance the car's appearance, vintage fog lights are added.

⚙️The wiring for the headlights and fog lights is repaired and replaced.

Q&A

How many 1983 AMC Eagle SX4 cars were made?

Only 2251 of the 1983 AMC Eagle SX4 cars were produced.

What repairs does the car need?

The car requires fixes for the headlights, a clunky sound in the front end, and the absence of heat.

What was wrong with the LED lights?

The LED lights installed by the previous owner were not functioning properly.

Why were vintage fog lights added?

The vintage fog lights were added to enhance the appearance of the car.

What was done to fix the wiring for the lights?

The wiring for the headlights and fog lights was repaired and replaced as part of the restoration process.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the 1983 AMC Eagle SX4 and the repairs needed.

02:02Removing the LED lights and addressing the clunky sound in the front end.

04:08Fixing the headlights by replacing damaged components and removing LED lights.

08:08Adding vintage fog lights to enhance the appearance of the car.

10:41Repairing and replacing the wiring for the headlights and fog lights.