WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
As above, brand new headlight wanted for drivers side UK please. Probably wouldn't consider used unless absolutely pristine (unlikely!)
1989 - Volvo 360 GLT
1985 - Volvo 360 GLS
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1985 - Volvo 360 GLS
2008 - Volvo S60 SE Lux
Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
Hi Steve.
I know you said new but if you can't find one, i have a couple of used one
somewhere. I could check on there condition if you want.
Cheers Mark.
I know you said new but if you can't find one, i have a couple of used one
somewhere. I could check on there condition if you want.
Cheers Mark.
Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
Has anyone taken a reflector out to see if it is plastic or is actually metallic? I keep meaning to have a look.
If it is, then re silvering would be a viable option:
http://www.chromerestorationspecialist. ... silvering/
http://www.ashfordchroming.com/headlamp ... estoration
I know some of the Saab 900 boys have done that, we are around the same era.
If it is, then re silvering would be a viable option:
http://www.chromerestorationspecialist. ... silvering/
http://www.ashfordchroming.com/headlamp ... estoration
I know some of the Saab 900 boys have done that, we are around the same era.
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Ex:
'89(F) 340 GL F7R (ex B172k) - Fake -> SBKV 300 Runner Up 08, 12; '91(H) 340 GL B14.4E - Kar; '88(F) 360 GLT B200E - Jet -> BKV 300 Runner Up 09; '89(G) 360 GLT B200E - Beast
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Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
Doesn't really matter. Both can be re-silvered, just different ways of doing it.Chris_C wrote:Has anyone taken a reflector out to see if it is plastic or is actually metallic?
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Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
They are metal, I was just looking at one last night.
http://www.classicswede.co.uk/Head_ligh ... 35441.aspx
The prolem with repairing them would be the nylon clips. It might be possible to make new clips, I can have a look at doing them
http://www.classicswede.co.uk/Head_ligh ... 35441.aspx
The prolem with repairing them would be the nylon clips. It might be possible to make new clips, I can have a look at doing them
Dai
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Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
Hi lads.
Just found a headlight with no glass on it but the reflector
is in perfect condition.
Cheers Mark.
Just found a headlight with no glass on it but the reflector
is in perfect condition.
Cheers Mark.
Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
Really? Whats the method for plastics, would be interested for a non Volvo project.macplaxton wrote:Doesn't really matter. Both can be re-silvered, just different ways of doing it.
Heroclassicswede wrote:They are metal, I was just looking at one last night.
Worst case, polymorph the clips
'89(G) 340 GLE B172k
'03 S60 D5 SE, '91 (J) MX5, 1954 Cyclemaster
Ex:
'89(F) 340 GL F7R (ex B172k) - Fake -> SBKV 300 Runner Up 08, 12; '91(H) 340 GL B14.4E - Kar; '88(F) 360 GLT B200E - Jet -> BKV 300 Runner Up 09; '89(G) 360 GLT B200E - Beast
'03 S60 D5 SE, '91 (J) MX5, 1954 Cyclemaster
Ex:
'89(F) 340 GL F7R (ex B172k) - Fake -> SBKV 300 Runner Up 08, 12; '91(H) 340 GL B14.4E - Kar; '88(F) 360 GLT B200E - Jet -> BKV 300 Runner Up 09; '89(G) 360 GLT B200E - Beast
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Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
*Cough* not sure off the top of my head. It's like the scooterists I used to see round London village with their open faced helmets that were chrome finished.Chris_C wrote:Really? Whats the method for plastics, would be interested for a non Volvo project.macplaxton wrote:Doesn't really matter. Both can be re-silvered, just different ways of doing it.
Actually, I'll see if I can find a picture, but I think the Citroen GS headlamps are composite, that is a metal back bowl and a plastic front "horn".
[quickly Googles] For (re)silvering plastic reflectors, the process to look-up is "vacuum metalising" and here's your starter for ten... http://www.vmclimited.co.uk/
Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
Cheers chap!
'89(G) 340 GLE B172k
'03 S60 D5 SE, '91 (J) MX5, 1954 Cyclemaster
Ex:
'89(F) 340 GL F7R (ex B172k) - Fake -> SBKV 300 Runner Up 08, 12; '91(H) 340 GL B14.4E - Kar; '88(F) 360 GLT B200E - Jet -> BKV 300 Runner Up 09; '89(G) 360 GLT B200E - Beast
'03 S60 D5 SE, '91 (J) MX5, 1954 Cyclemaster
Ex:
'89(F) 340 GL F7R (ex B172k) - Fake -> SBKV 300 Runner Up 08, 12; '91(H) 340 GL B14.4E - Kar; '88(F) 360 GLT B200E - Jet -> BKV 300 Runner Up 09; '89(G) 360 GLT B200E - Beast
Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
So this is all very interesting, but has anyone got a new headlight?
i'm all up for resilvering etc, but NOS Hella lights can still be found and since I got my last one for £20 it seems the most cost effective way of doing it
i'm all up for resilvering etc, but NOS Hella lights can still be found and since I got my last one for £20 it seems the most cost effective way of doing it
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Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
Make your mind up!SteveP wrote:Thread title: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
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As above, brand new headlight wanted for drivers side UK please.
n/s = nearside = left side = passenger side.
o/s = offside = right side = driver's side.
Which is it?
There's an offside one on fleabay, but you're probably already watching it.
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Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
Is that not the one that was on a week or so ago and sold for £40 ish?
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Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
No idea, it's a current listing so benefit of doubt - maybe the fella had two?
Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
Thanks Mac, errrm can't remember which one I need now due to my stupid posting. Will go for it if it's the right one!
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Re: WTD: Brand New N/S Headlight (RHD)
Right right or right correct?SteveP wrote:Will go for it if it's the right one!