Essex headlight parts needed

Karl_Hamson

Hi folks
I find that I need just about all the internal headlight parts for our 28 Essex coupe. I have reflectors (L270) lined up thanks to Geoff but have found that the reflectors are foreign and do not fit properly as well as not accepting then bulb holders. The rims have been soldered and then plated but the mounting clips are missing. The buckets themselves seem fine but I would appreciate any help with the rest of it. I have plenty of 29 Hudson lights to trade. While I am at it, does any one have the smaller 10" 28 Hudson headlights? Ours are in terrible shape with no lenses, dings, cracks etc.
Thanks
Karl

Karl_Hamson

Oops it is the lenses I have lined up reflectors are needed
Karl

Jon B

Have you tried Donald Axelrod, 35 Timson, Lynn, MA 01902, PH: 781-598-0523?  He sells complete headlights for antique cars but might possibly have some parts.

Geoff

Karl, I can find you the reflectors most likely.  You have the correct bulb holders?  Otherwise, you can use Bedford truck reflectors.  They fit right  in the bucket, and the lens clips into them fine.  I have them on my Essex. Only difference is adjustment is inside, rather that the screw in the back of the bucket.   And they actually have a better beam than the originals.   I usually see these at most swap meets here. 

Geoff 

ESSX28-1

Hi Karl
If Geoff can't find reflectors for then I may be able to. For a Canadian source, check with Brian Manning
Dave Young (NZ)