940 estate bulb holder rear brake/side light

[frank940estate]

Hi, all..looking for a bulbholder for the rear of the estate..for side/brake lights..cannot seem to get the brake light to work reliably, no matter how clean the contacts are,etc..so want to try another bulb holder, please. thanks.

[360beast]

Have you tried bending the contact legs out a bit more so they exert more pressure on the metal strip? I have done this to a couple of cars with great success.

[Ian Fife]

I think Luke has the answer, but if not I have a few spare bulb holders. But be aware that the original Volvo ones are different from some of the aftermarket lights.
If you need one, please post a picture of what you need.

Ian F

[frank940estate]

Thanks...yes, had the holder out, bent the contacts, cleaned the contacts, checked the wire crimp at the spade terminals on the rear light housing..and fitted a new bulb...hmmmm...if I twist the holder slightly, when pedal is depressed, I can get the brakelight to come on...if I then switch everything off , no brake light again...quite frustrating..so will try a replacment holder and go from there.

[frank940estate]

Here are pics of the bulb holder I need, please..if anyone can help... many thanks
bulb holder.jpg

bulb holder 2.jpg.

[Ian Fife]

I think I should have some of these somewhere in the dark depths of my garage. I will have a look when next I get the opportunity.
Whereabouts are you?

Ian F

[Ian Fife]

Yes I do have one - an original one marked "Volvo cp 33-3" from when I replaced the light units.
I can post if you want. Send me a pm for price and address exchange etc.

Ian F

[frank940estate]

Hi, Ian..I cannot send you a PM as it won't let me until I have sent 30 messages/posts...since you are an admin..regards, Frank

[Ian Fife]

I have sent a pm to you. Hope you can read it?

Ian F

[Bob Meadows]

They also look like the 240 estate rear bulb holders:~ could be worth checking.
Bob.