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[steammart]

Can anyone tell me what size/model or any other information about what headlights/ headlamps were fitted to morris 8 series ones?

Thanks

Martin

[ukdave2002]

Hi Martin

There were a couple of types fitted; early ones had Lucas R35, 6.5" diameter lens, later ( I suspect series 11) had Lucas L131 headlamps. 2 types of lens were availble; diffusa and fluted, everyone seems to prefer the fluted lens; they do look better,I dont know if the lighting is any better!.

Both lamps and rims were painted black.

Originally there was a mechanical dipping system, Lucas did offer a upgrade (lens reflector and with prefocused dual filliment bulb). Many owners have fitted motor bike bulbs and reflectors, retaining the original lens's.

Below is my series 1 tourer, the lamp on the RHS (of the pic) has an original lens (5/8" flutes), the LHS has an aftermarket lens, and the rim is chrome, so the whole lamp may be non original .



Dave

[Mog]

Looks like you will have to get busy to fix the rust.

[MVPeters]

Rust?

That's "patina".
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2002 MINI Cooper 'S'

[welder]

[steammart]

Thanks for that dave, much appreciated. Now begins the long hunt to find some, but I would guess there getting a bit like rocking horse droppings now

Martin

[ukdave2002]