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Title: Got this off a 1968 what is it
Post by: 60eldo on June 11, 2016, 10:31:01 PM
  I removed this near the drivers side headlight of a 68 deville. Can anyone tell me what it is so I can sell it
Title: Re: Got this off a 1968 what is it
Post by: Caddyjack on June 11, 2016, 10:45:35 PM
Looks like it's the auto-dim sensor.
Title: Re: Got this off a 1968 what is it
Post by: Glen on June 12, 2016, 01:18:34 AM
Aka Guide-matic it dims the headlight when another car approaches from the opposite direction or when you come up behind another car.  It is a good option if you live or drive in the country, but today’s reflective signs and lane dividers keep the headlights on dim all the time.       
Title: Re: Got this off a 1968 what is it
Post by: The Tassie Devil(le) on June 12, 2016, 02:46:19 AM
Plus, you need the rest of the system for it to be operational.   Like the Dip Switch, Headlight Switch and the under-dash module, with all the associated wiring.

Just the pictured piece would only be worth something to someone that wanted his vehicle to look like it had Autronic Eye, or someone with a smashed front end.

But, yes, it has to be worth something, but would need testing first.

Bruce. >:D
Title: Re: Got this off a 1968 what is it
Post by: D.Smith on June 13, 2016, 02:26:17 PM
Definitely the dimming sensor.

Title: Re: Got this off a 1968 what is it
Post by: Eric DeVirgilis CLC# 8621 on June 13, 2016, 02:41:44 PM
I think the best way to list it would be "Guidematic Photocell" or possibly "Auto Dimming Photocell". 
Title: Re: Got this off a 1968 what is it
Post by: Glen on June 14, 2016, 12:15:06 AM
I might be interested in it.  What do you want for it?  Email me.  Click on my name on the left then on the envelope icon in my profile.