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Old 04-07-2020, 07:32 PM   #1
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I have a nice pair of 28 headlights I am restoring and I have a problem with one of the sockets. Two of the ears are missing on the insulator. Does anybody know where I can get one or how I can fix it?
Here is a picture of the good one.
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Old 04-07-2020, 07:35 PM   #2
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How about a picture of the bad one!
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Call Berts in Denver, CO. 800-321-1931 They probably have an original one
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Epoxy
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Old 04-08-2020, 09:58 AM   #5
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Contact spring pressure should hold it against the bent tabs. Maybe a bead of silicone on the inside edge to keep it from wandering. Best to replace the socket, of course.
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I may be wrong but I think the entire socket at Snyder’s is $8.00 dollars!
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Reproduction sockets are not as well made as originals and are commonly problematic. I would like to use original parts.
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Then maybe you should do as supergnat says and call Berts! He even gave you the number ( nice guy )!
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