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Oct 5th, 2022, 22:07 | #1 |
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Wanted: 200 Headlights
I need some headlights for our 1991 240 estate. The nicer, the better, although to be honest The condition isn't too important, provided that they're good enough to get though an MoT.
I'm happy to travel if it's easier.
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Oct 5th, 2022, 22:17 | #2 |
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Will just new reflectors do, they’re not too dear?🤔
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Oct 6th, 2022, 23:17 | #3 |
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Yes, probably.
Except that I'll have to learn how to fit them ...
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Oct 7th, 2022, 11:03 | #6 |
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Fitted aftermarket lamps (reflectors) to my '88 240 some years back:~
I think they came from Brookhouse from memory all fine to date. The clips can be a little delicate: sort of ball & socket fixing. Lubrication helps and warmer plastic as they can be brittle (keep the older fittings for a rainy day) Bob. |
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Oct 9th, 2022, 12:27 | #8 |
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This is one of the forum threads about replacing headlight reflectors. https://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showt...eadlights+nuts
My tips are: 1. Apply penetrating oil (plus gas) to all three nuts holding each headlight to the car. Accessible from under the bonnet. Leave the oil to do its job. Repeat. Repeat. etc etc. I did that daily for some time and the buts undid easilu. There are experiences reported in the forum of grief when those nuts are tried to be undone while still corroded. 2, The while plastic clips inside the headlights usually break. Get new one. A good reflector kit should include new white plastic clips. 3. The clips holding the lens tzo the light body just need patience. They can "flyoff £. I did that job in the estate car load area. 4. There is piece of metal fitted like the clips, it is a stop for the headlight wiper. Good idea to treat it for rust. 5. Some garages just fit a complete bew headlight. It is worth getting a good secondhand headlihjy if your garage does not want to change the reflectors, or want a lot of money because of the labour time. 6. New reflectors make a great imprzovement to the headlights. Stephen .
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Oct 12th, 2022, 19:47 | #9 |
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"Will just new reflectors do, they’re not too dear"
Sorry @Moomoo, the quote function didn't seem to work. (I've had that on more threads than this one ...) Thanks go to all who've pointed me in the right direction. Unfortunately, I have lost some of my dexterity and think fitting reflectors might prove a bit difficult for me. The job looks too time-consuming to pay a workshop - or have I missed something? So I'm back to the original search for replacement headlight assemblies. Anyone?
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Oct 12th, 2022, 21:18 | #10 |
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One, RHS:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/275495770968 Pattern part, but £100 cheaper than the Volvo branded one. I'll say it now before you try and remove the headlamp/indicator assembly (for they are clipped together): The small clip that holds the indicator on will break if you try to unclip it. Heat it up before attempting or you'll be busy with the glue. Last edited by BicycleBoy; Oct 12th, 2022 at 21:22. |
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