More Modern "original" headlamp?

[Brummmie]

Hi Guys,

Just had to fix my headlamp candles, turned out to be crusty control box plug, as per..

But looking at the headlamp its a standard 7" headlamp is it not, such as classic Rage Rover etc...

What about a flat lens job like this?
I know the Lupo lamps are out there but that involves cutting and other nonsense!

http://www.s-v-c.co.uk/product/7--wipac-freeform-h...

[Podie]

When I had an S, I replaced the originals with those from a Mini - seem to recall they we about the same size.

[griffdude]

There's an interesting thread about LED bulbs here
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

[Gazzab]

Interesting re the LED's. They are chuffing bright. I removed the HID lights from my (tuscan lights) cerb as I was sick of being flashed. I know what its like to be blinded by HID lights (and I dont think its adjustments - if you are going up hill and a car with HIDs is coming down then they do create some issues imho) and so whilst I like the idea of retro fit LEDs I dont think they are fair on other road users.
Decent standard bulbs and good condition reflectors and all is fine IMHO.

[Gazzab]

You could try Kell Trucks in West Brom? They are a Scania dealer and the old style reflectors are the same as those fitted to them.
This is the old Bosch part number which I think was discontinued. So they may have alternatives etc?
1 305 314 930

[sonnylad]

Gazzab said:

You could try Kell Trucks in West Brom? They are a Scania dealer and the old style reflectors are the same as those fitted to them.
This is the old Bosch part number which I think was discontinued. So they may have alternatives etc?
1 305 314 930

Trouble is the Truck they fitted would have long since gone so guess there would be no need for replacement.
I have just supplied Chimpongas with alternative plus they have been redrilled to give correct beam as the old 1 305 314 930 part

[Gazzab]

sonnylad said:

Gazzab said:

You could try Kell Trucks in West Brom? They are a Scania dealer and the old style reflectors are the same as those fitted to them.
This is the old Bosch part number which I think was discontinued. So they may have alternatives etc?
1 305 314 930

Trouble is the Truck they fitted would have long since gone so guess there would be no need for replacement.
I have just supplied Chimpongas with alternative plus they have been redrilled to give correct beam as the old 1 305 314 930 part

I see you have an ebay ad.

[sonnylad]

Yes, those currently are not drilled but could be. it was more about checking how much damage if any would be caused to the plated surface.

[purpleliability]

I'd be up for some redrilled reflectors, do you have the "adjustment" kit too? (Aka crappy wing nut things)

I think I'll try the LED's but with a proper adjustment first so avoid dazzling!

[Gazzab]

purpleliability said:

I'd be up for some redrilled reflectors, do you have the "adjustment" kit too? (Aka crappy wing nut things)

I think I'll try the LED's but with a proper adjustment first so avoid dazzling!

Not sure the headlamps will adjust such that you will avoid glare.

[sonnylad]

Barry if there is no rush it may be better to wait and see how Dave (chimpongas) gets on with the LED's and new reflectors.

[sawman]

Brummmie said:

Hi Guys,

Just had to fix my headlamp candles, turned out to be crusty control box plug, as per..

But looking at the headlamp its a standard 7" headlamp is it not, such as classic Rage Rover etc...

What about a flat lens job like this?
I know the Lupo lamps are out there but that involves cutting and other nonsense!

http://www.s-v-c.co.uk/product/7--wipac-freeform-h...

Those lights look lot like Raybrig lights, that folks used to put in mx5/eunos. They were a good upgrade.

For other more traditional 7 inch units seek out some Cibie H180, with nightbreaker bulbs - this is the upgrade of choice in the Morgan world, they are also pretty effective, and probably cheaper than the wipacs in the link

[purpleliability]

sonnylad said:

Barry if there is no rush it may be better to wait and see how Dave (chimpongas) gets on with the LED's and new reflectors.

That sounds like a plan to me, thanks

[Y194 ODX]

...has anybody ever tried the 7" headlamp LED conversions by J.W.Speaker or Nolden offered originally for Landrover Defenders?

http://www.mobilecentre.co.uk/index.php?main_page=...

[Gazzab]

Is the cerb light a separate glass and reflector which means sealed units require bodywork cutting to fit?

[sonnylad]

Y194 ODX said:

http://www.mobilecentre.co.uk/index.php?main_page=...

Above would look so so wrong, sorry not for me.

[Gazzab]

I see rpm technik offer an led conversion for older 911s. But it's well North of a grand.

[sonnylad]

Gazzab said:

I see rpm technik offer an led conversion for older 911s. But it's well North of a grand.

Interesting as it is shown behind clear and beam patterned glass.

[flyingdutchie]

I like the idea of Brummie. Has it been done before?

[sonnylad]

flyingdutchie said:

I like the idea of Brummie. Has it been done before?

First you would need to find a similar setup with the side light set back like the original bosch lens, other wise you would need to rip it all out just to change the side light lamp.