Drove my bird into work yesterday to show the guys.
High beams normal for about 20 seconds, then they go into a crazy "flashing" cycle, all 4 turning on and off, just not at the same time. Switched to low beams and the right side goes dark.
Haven't tried any trouble shooting yet, though this is one I don't think I have ever heard of.

Steve

wow Steve, I'm no expert but I'm sure one of these guy here can help you.

Could the wiring be tied into the flashers relay somehow?

Maybe you cab
n start a new fad in the firebird community "Flashing Headlights"

Good Luck, bill V

Sounds like the high beam switch to me.

I don't know, people might think there were a couple motorcycles coming at them

Could be the dimmer switch. My first thought was to start at the headlights and work my way back, but maybe the switch is the right place to start.

Thanks for the tips.

Steve

Definitely start with the dimmer switch. I've had them short out and nearly catch the carpet on fire. Not good. Just replace it for good measure. Even if it's still good at least then you'll have a spare.

also check all the connections on your charging system. Mine did a similar thing @ idle but when you sped it up it went away. Just ended up being poor connections.

Thanks Robert and Neill,
I'll look into a new dimmer switch and replacing the right hi/low beam light.
I thought the same thing when it first happened(idle) but when it happened under a load
Now to find a lamp that throws a yellow tint.

Steve

OK, think I might have figured this out.
All four headlights are halogen conversions.
Outside lights are hi/low and insides are hi(checked the service manual to be sure)
Unplugged the right hi/low(found out the housing was busted up), turned the lights on hi and waited for about a minute. No flashing
Now I just need to pick up a new housing and yellow halogen bulb and I should be good to go.
Will most likely change out the dimmer switch at the same time, only another $10. Pretty cheap insurance.

Steve

is it only me or do other wonder why sometimes the most important item is always left out?

If I had trouble with halogen conversions headlights, i think that should have been mentioned in the first question when it comes to trying to trouble shoot them.

Oh Harold. You're so logical. Yeah would've been maybe a little easier with ALL the information.

Well, I've only had the car for 2 weeks and didn't know they were conversions until today.
I've had halogens go out on other cars and never had the flashing experience. They would either work or not.

Steve