Dave:
I have run into the exact same problem with my headlight. I have tried
everything and have not been able to get it to fit. I have an original bucket
on the other side it it fits fine. So, I have located a spare original bucket
and just got the adjuster screw replacements and the clip and will see if this
resolves the issue. I did measure the diameter of the original bucket compared
to the repro and the repro is a 1/16" wider, which could be the problem. We'll
see.
Scott Suring
Mechanicsburg, PA
'70 TR6
'59 TR3A
----- Original Message -----
From: "davewillner" <dwillner at ptd.net>
To: triumphs at autox.team.net
Sent: Sunday, May 22, 2011 5:28:10 PM
Subject: [TR] Headlight/Control Head questions - TR3A
Just got my?TR3 back from paint last week and have begun trying to remember
where everything goes... Making pretty good progress, but have a few
questions...
?
I have the original 2 adjuster buckets on my headlights but bought new inner
retainers and the outer retainers as well as new rims, I'm using the PL700s
also. When I snap the trim ring in place the top and sides fit nice, however
there's maybe a 1/2" - 3/4" gap at the bottom, any ideas for a flush fit?
?
Also I purchased a repro control head from TRF and its for a non-adjustable
wheel/column, I have a split column. When I got the car back the key (slot)?in
the stator that lines up with the control head is at about 11:00 and not
straight up, so when I snug it down, the "off" blinker position is now?at
11:00.
?
The other problem, and this may be a bad part, is that there is probably a 3/8"
gap between the wheel and the control head that looks real bad, the plate on
the control head?is resting against the 3 stops on the wheel as its supposed
and the set screws secure it fine...is that typical of these after markets?
?
Thanks ?
Dave Willner
Stroudsburg PA
59 TR3A
70 MGB
70 BSA 441 VS
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