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09-06-2021, 12:56 PM | #1 |
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Considering converting sealed beam back to original......what does this entail?
My 28CCPU has been converted to sealed beam headlights, but I'd like to get back to a more original look. What do I need to know, and what parts do I need?
I don't intend to use headlights anyway as this is strictly a daytime rider.....well, unless something unforeseen comes up! Thanks for your help. |
09-06-2021, 01:09 PM | #2 |
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Re: Considering converting sealed beam back to original......what does this entail?
Off the top of my head, you'll need a lens, different ends on the wiring, bulb, reflector, and if it isn't still on the lamp bucket - the hinged ring and T-handle closure.
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09-06-2021, 02:14 PM | #3 |
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Re: Considering converting sealed beam back to original......what does this entail?
Could you show a better picture of your headlights so we can see exactly what you have now.
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09-06-2021, 02:36 PM | #4 |
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Re: Considering converting sealed beam back to original......what does this entail?
Sounds like you are headed in the right direction. Be sure to get the reflectors from Bratton's or someone that handles their reflectors. They spent the money to make the correct tooling, many of the others won't focus due to their shape. They coat them with polished aluminum and seal them. Sounds flaky but that is the technology used in spacecraft and in the medical field. The light bulb socket may be a problem, I don't know what is currently out there. A lot of people rebuilt originals in the past for that reason. I hope someone posts if they have a found a good source.
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Re: Considering converting sealed beam back to original......what does this entail?
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09-06-2021, 04:09 PM | #6 |
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I believe I have the original front glass, but this is the best pic I can come up with at present: |
09-06-2021, 04:32 PM | #7 |
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Re: Considering converting sealed beam back to original......what does this entail?
Snyder's catalog has a nice exploded drawing of all the components and part numbers of a head light on page A-164.
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09-06-2021, 04:56 PM | #8 |
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Re: Considering converting sealed beam back to original......what does this entail?
Thank you, Ruth....
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09-06-2021, 08:13 PM | #10 |
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Re: Considering converting sealed beam back to original......what does this entail?
Great idea. I’ve never seen a sealed beam conversion that didn’t look ridiculous.
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09-06-2021, 08:44 PM | #11 |
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Re: Considering converting sealed beam back to original......what does this entail?
My '31 CCPU has sealed beam headlights w/the sealed beam behind the original lens so that they're not obvious unless one looks real close.
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09-06-2021, 09:42 PM | #12 |
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Re: Considering converting sealed beam back to original......what does this entail?
Yeah Katy......that's what I have. It's kinda like a blemish in your paint job.....that's the only thing you see every time you look!!!!!
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