Series IIA Headlight Advice

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inghaj

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Hi

Got a failed headlamp on a Series IIA, so thought would take the opportunity to upgrade both headlights.. but am a little confused by the choices available!

If I've understood correctly I think I could :

1. Replace just the failed unit with a "Sealed Beam Unit O.e. 7 Inch" (Part No. RTC3682) Link (though not completely clear if this is a like for like replacement with the old bulb?)

2. Replace both lights with "Super Crystal Halogen Headlamps" (Part no. RTC4615C) Link and add some bulbs (Link )

3. Replace both lights with "Ring Quartz Halogen Headlamp Kit" (Part No. JC132) Link​

Given the ease of being able to replace the bulbs in option 2, this feels like my best bet... any opinions ? Is there a better option I have missed ?

Also, I have the original Series bracket, but would it be sensible (neccessary?) to by the "Headlamp Bowl Kit" (Part No. DA3208) for any of these options ? ( Link )

Thanks for any advice !

Pic of original failed bulb attached if useful
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James
 
inghaj said:
Hi

Got a failed headlamp on a Series IIA, so thought would take the opportunity to upgrade both headlights.. but am a little confused by the choices available!

If I've understood correctly I think I could :

1. Replace just the failed unit with a "Sealed Beam Unit O.e. 7 Inch" (Part No. RTC3682) Link (though not completely clear if this is a like for like replacement with the old bulb?)

2. Replace both lights with "Super Crystal Halogen Headlamps" (Part no. RTC4615C) Link and add some bulbs (Link )

3. Replace both lights with "Ring Quartz Halogen Headlamp Kit" (Part No. JC132) Link​

Given the ease of being able to replace the bulbs in option 2, this feels like my best bet... any opinions ? Is there a better option I have missed ?

Also, I have the original Series bracket, but would it be sensible (neccessary?) to by the "Headlamp Bowl Kit" (Part No. DA3208) for any of these options ? ( Link )

Thanks for any advice !

Pic of original failed bulb attached if useful
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James
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Maximum groovy tripod jobbers :cool:
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They take standard bulbs and look the dogs nadgers:D
 
Those tripods do look nice!

I took a slightly different approach. A couple of basic 7" lenses similar to your option 2, and a pair of E-marked LED H4 bulbs. These are nice and bright (as good as halogen), but consume around 35W each, so should stress the wiring and stalk/switch contacts less than regular 55W halogens.

Maybe not a popular choice, as not as pretty as the tripods and neither are they authentic, but they should be practical.

*Note that I've not actually had these MoT tested, yet, nor used them in anger at night, but they are bright and the beam pattern looks OK.
 
TheMegaMan said:
Those tripods do look nice!

I took a slightly different approach. A couple of basic 7" lenses similar to your option 2, and a pair of E-marked LED H4 bulbs. These are nice and bright (as good as halogen), but consume around 35W each, so should stress the wiring and stalk/switch contacts less than regular 55W halogens.

Maybe not a popular choice, as not as pretty as the tripods and neither are they authentic, but they should be practical.

*Note that I've not actually had these MoT tested, yet, nor used them in anger at night, but they are bright and the beam pattern looks OK.
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Thanks a lot for taking tyhe time to reply MegaMan, much apperciated.
In the end I decided to go for the tripod lenses (found on amazon for £32 the pair, inc next day delivery! Very pleased with the quality (Mountney branded).. I did order a coupl of standard H4 bulbs (£4 each), but having read your post, I think I may upgrade them to a couple of H4 LED bulbs - very good idea! Thanks
 
inghaj said:
In the end I decided to go for the tripod lenses (found on amazon for £32 the pair, inc next day delivery! Very pleased with the quality (Mountney branded).
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Ooh, now you've got me tempted, at that price! Where they new, or a used set that's now gone? Did they have any more? I have to admit that the clear lens of the units I got, doesn't really fit in with the S3 styling so well. But at least I didn't get any of these https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/174193329379 !

Maybe I could just fit some stone guards...
 
TheMegaMan said:
Ooh, now you've got me tempted, at that price! Where they new, or a used set that's now gone? Did they have any more? I have to admit that the clear lens of the units I got, doesn't really fit in with the S3 styling so well. But at least I didn't get any of these https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/174193329379 !
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Hey Megaman... they were brand new from Amazon - having gone to find the link, unfortunately it looks like they've put the price up to £54!!, so it looks like I got a bargain - here's the link though - LINK

TheMegaMan said:
Maybe I could just fit some stone guards...
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Just in case you do go ahead, note that the guard on the tripod lenses is INSIDE the lense itself, so won't help with preventing stone damage !
 
It's possible the Amazon price pixies have been playing games. Never mind. I'll maybe set up a CamelCamelCamel check to keep an eye on it. Thanks for the pointer, though.

And yeah, I realise the tripod isn't for stone protection. It was just the totally clear lenses on mine look a little bland. Stone guards might just help make it look a bit better. Any stone protection would just be a bonus!
 
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