Looking for some tail-light bits and bobs

[Roehm3108]

I know I've put out an APB in the Rowvan thread, but just in case it gets drowned there, I thought I would make a separate thread

The reason I went to the big smoke on Monday was to see if I could get some indicators/tail-lights for the van. I have some partial lights that I would like to use, IF I can get the missing bits. Will try oldlucas, but thought I might also put out an APB in case someone with an overflowing shed may even be able to scrounge what I need.

A couple of pics of the lights





They are Lucas lights.

The lens on the left is numbered L539 and I have a pair of the lens and cover only. Plan to use it for indicators (assuming I can get an orange globe). I wonder if anyone has a couple of complete bases? The chrome bit has an external diameter of 81mm.

The one on the right is numbered L551. I have complete sets for two, but believe that you can also get a chrome trim that matches the one on the left. If I could find a pair of those trims, it would be even better. The internal diameter of that chrome bit is also 81mm.

I believe they come off an MG Magnette and (I think) Lotus. I was offered an MG Magnette only recently - maybe I should get a trailer and buy the whole car just for the lights

Ray

[dave01]

Hi Ray, try Autosurplus in Nunawading they have a heap of old lights etc, or Mike Roddy jag in Moorabbin, i noticed today he had a box of old Lucas light fittings on his counter. cheers Dave

[hocking4]

G'day Ray,
Lovely lights, loads of character.
When looking for old Lucas gear for my Austins I try Ebay UK. There is often loads of NOS gear availible. Be sure to note who is selling a lot of lights and check out their particular store. Often you can type in your Lucas numbers and come up with the goods. Postage from the UK is not shocking either...often cheaper than driving halfway round the country looking for stuff!
All the best
Cheers
Bruce

[Roehm3108]

Hi Bruce
I have checked these lights on the UK ebay and they are 70 GBP EACH plus postage and handling. Was hoping for something a bit better price-wise.

Don't suppose you know Richard Flint? Has a B and B in your town

Ray

[hocking4]

G'day Ray
Sorry, dont know him but happy to keep an eye out.
Yes, some of those lights can be pricey. Keep looking...there out there waiting for you!
Cheers
Bruce

[Deleted]

Hi Ray

Try these two..
Antique Auto Electrics.
30 Billington Rd, Jilliby NSW
02 43511968 or 02 43571776
I bought identcal lenses and bases for Öld Blue "of him 12 months ago. He had a stack of parts back then. He was looking to sell the entires stock in his shed... a blody big shed.

If you have no luck there try..
"Kev the Lucas man "in Queensland.
Lucas parts, wiper motors, starter motors, distributors etc etc
May have Lucas lights as well. 07 54944221

If all else fails and you arent in a hurry i was talking to a bloke last weekend who says he has similar lights in boxes at his place at Hinton .... about 3/4 hour from my place.
Also has old pommy bike stuff as well..
I have his phone number somewhere down in the van. Havent got back in contact with him yet.

Hope this helps
Regards
Reddo

[Roehm3108]

Reddo - PM sent

Ray