ronhatch Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Hi all, the original headlights have corroded inside so I need to change them, my first thoughts are to buy similar but upgrade the bulb but what about sealed beam ? I also have a new loom but the bulb holders for the ignition light and the flasher light on the dash wont fit into the red and green lenses, do I hack off the new bulb holder and replace with the old ones or is there a better solution ? Thoughts please. Cheers Ron Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lebro Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 (edited) Headlights. Purchase a pair of Cibie / Valeo headlamps, & fit them with Osram Nightbreaker Halogen bulbs. https://www.eurocarparts.com/search/471930011 https://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/p/car-parts/car-electrics-and-car-lighting/lighting1/car-bulb/?48177019N&0&cc5_847&type=shopping&gclid=CjwKCAjwt7PcBRBbEiwAfwfVGHRyBmF6DXRJtLu6b9OZqd_D424JNU2sEMk3f4cX7KPI4KyHN2JaGxoCvJ0QAvD_BwE Big discount at the moment, & for next 12 hours, use this code at checkout PAYDAY50 Re the dash bulb holders, if it was me I would probably change them for the old ones if they are in good enough condition. Bob. Edited September 3, 2018 by Lebro Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nigel Triumph Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Headlights. Purchase a pair of Cibie / Valeo headlamps, & fit them with Osram Nightbreaker Halogen bulbs. https://www.eurocarparts.com/search/471930011 https://www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/p/car-parts/car-electrics-and-car-lighting/lighting1/car-bulb/?48177019N&0&cc5_847&type=shopping&gclid=CjwKCAjwt7PcBRBbEiwAfwfVGHRyBmF6DXRJtLu6b9OZqd_D424JNU2sEMk3f4cX7KPI4KyHN2JaGxoCvJ0QAvD_BwE Big discount at the moment, & for next 12 hours, use this code at checkout PAYDAY50 Re the dash bulb holders, if it was me I would probably change them for the old ones if they are in good enough condition. Bob. +1. Cibié/Valeo headlights are excellent, as are the Osram Night Breaker bulbs. I've also used genuine Lucas headlight reflectors but very unlikely to find them close to the special price for Cibié at Euro Car Parts. If you haven't fitted relays with a separate fused power feed to the headlights, do that too. It can make a huge improvement in headlight brightness, often as much as the upgrade to halogen. Top quality headlight reflectors, modern high output bulbs and relays will give enough light to drive with confidence on the darkest night. Nigel Quote Link to post Share on other sites
iain Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 (edited) +1 For the headlamps / bulbs and the relay option. Edited September 3, 2018 by iain Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rodofcv Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Slightly off subject do you have any recommendations for TR2 that incorporate side lights? My sidelights are converted to amber indicators. Thanks Rod Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Slightly off subject do you have any recommendations for TR2 that incorporate side lights? My sidelights are converted to amber indicators. Thanks Rod Most of those type of lamp units can be obtained with sidelight facility. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steves_TR6 Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 I have the Cibie/Nightbreaker/Relay combination on my TR6 and the light output is fantastic, a total transformation from the rusty reflectors and standard bulbs i acquired the car with. Dipped beam is good but the full beam on country lanes is amazing! It’s not quite as good as LED lamps on modern cars but it’s very impressive. Steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fireman049 Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Hi Rod ~ I converted the sidelights on my 3A to Amber flashers. I incorporated the sidelights within the headlamps. This gives you a far bigger sidelight for safety. Tom. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rodofcv Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Thanks Tom, just looking for a good buy. Euro Car Parts (I have a branch 10 mins drive away) unfortunately don't when I asked have any headlamps with sidelights incorporated. But I bought the Nightbreakers and I'll look for a suitable relay. Rod Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fireman049 Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 (edited) Hi Rod ~ I also bought the Nightbreakers and they do make a big difference although the car is not on the road. I have got the necessary relays for the heads but they are yet to be fitted! (if at all!!). Tom. Edited September 3, 2018 by Fireman049 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ianc Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 By using relays, one can increase the supply to the bulbs on main beam by as much as 1.5 volts - see my article in TR Action 296 (March 2017). That may not sound a great deal, but its more than 10% on voltage and rather more on power (probably 15-20%). The difference with my headlamps was really noticeable (I used 4 relays, one for each headlamp filament). My spotlamps were already fed via a relay, and the headlamps on full beam are now as bright as the spotlamps. Ian Cornish Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lebro Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Slightly off subject do you have any recommendations for TR2 that incorporate side lights? My sidelights are converted to amber indicators. Thanks Rod The one you want is Valeo 082439 (I have these on my car) Some here https://www.worldcarparts.co.uk/headlight-valeo-082439 Also a few on Ebay. Eurocarparts don't seem to have them at present Bob. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rodofcv Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Thanks Bob, the deed is done! Rod Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ronhatch Posted September 3, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 Thanks all for the info, which relay do I need ? Cheers Ron Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lebro Posted September 3, 2018 Report Share Posted September 3, 2018 (edited) Any of these would do the job. https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2060353.m570.l1313.TR2.TRC0.A0.H0.X12V+automotive+relay.TRS0&_nkw=12V+automotive+relay&_sacat=0 I used 4 X relays, 2 for left side High & low beam, & 2 for right side high & low beam. Edited September 3, 2018 by Lebro Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ronhatch Posted September 4, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 Thanks Lebro Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fireman049 Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 Hi Ron ~ I bought my relays from Vehicle Wiring Products, Ilkeston (0115 930 5454) Much cheaper than Moss. Regards Tom. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Grahamgl Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 Ron, Try and get Durite relays, read on here that they are more reliable. I always use Polevolt for any of my car electrics needs. Graham Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ronhatch Posted September 4, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 Thanks all, I am also going to buy a new battery and i am going for a sealed unit, any negatives (apart from the battery one ) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lebro Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 Sealed beam are no where near as good as Valeo / halogen. I think you will be disapointed. Bob. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ronhatch Posted September 4, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 Hi Bob, I meant a sealed battery unit instead of lead acid, I am going to install halogens with suitable relays Ron Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lebro Posted September 4, 2018 Report Share Posted September 4, 2018 I see Bob Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lebro Posted September 12, 2018 Report Share Posted September 12, 2018 Further to above, I have just done some research into LHD versions of the Valeo headlamps that a lot of us are using. Sunnery below: Right hand drive headlamps Valeo 082441 From Eurocarparts at £31.84 each (using discount code "SALE70") https://www.eurocarparts.com/search/471930011 or from Ebay at £38.39 each> https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VALEO-LIGHT-UNIT-082441-82441-OE-ADU3230-GE NUINE- OE/372306498180?hash=item56af325284:g:MhAAAOSwotha-uHz or from Buycarparts at £36.01 each https://www.buycarparts.co.uk/valeo/1062389 Left Hand drive headlamps Valeo 082440 (LHD equivalent of above)> From Buycarparts at £28.11 each https://www.buycarparts.co.uk/valeo/1062388 Or from Online carparts at £28.22 each https://www.onlinecarparts.co.uk/valeo-1062388.html Or from Bestpartstore at £28.30 each https://www.bestpartstore.co.uk/1062388-valeo-headlight Quote Link to post Share on other sites
boxofbits Posted September 13, 2018 Report Share Posted September 13, 2018 (edited) I also used Cibies and also purchased them from Euro Car Parts..the price was good. Regarding the wiring and relays, I used one relay per beam and not filament. I ended up using Autosparks for the wire/relays/connectors etc, partly as they were extremely helpful in explaining what I needed with a wiring diagram to boot. I used relays with a mounting bracket and put it the opposite side to the O/D relay, and opted for all soldered connections. Bulb wise, I chose Philips Xtreme Vision. Pics attached. I made up the bracket our of 20 gauge steel. Kevin Edited September 13, 2018 by boxofbits Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MilesA Posted September 13, 2018 Report Share Posted September 13, 2018 I used 4 X relays, 2 for left side High & low beam, & 2 for right side high & low beam. Bob Any chance of a wiring diagram for your 4 relay option? Two, I can just about get my head round..! Thanks Miles Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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