30 Ford model a head lights

Started by Rockhauler, August 27, 2004, 11:12:15 AM

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Rockhauler

Hi all, its been quite sometime since I`ve checked out this forum....glad to see its still online.

My question is:
what works best with the original Model A headlight buckets, putting a seal beam behind the original lens or going to quartz halogen bulbs with the original reflector? Would like to keep the original look if possible.

thanks
Paul

model a vette

IMHO the sealed beams behind the lens don't throw enough light. A halogen bulb is somewhat better. The reflector has to be very good to get a good beam.
The old "restorers" way to do it was to get an adapter that mounted a sealed beam in a ring spacer in the stock bucket.
If you drive fast a new halogen sealed beam is the way to go.
Ed

flt-blk

I got new glass lenses and reflectors set up for H4 bulb from CW Moss.  
They look stock but put out great light.  I also elected to get the ones with
an amber turn signal bulb inside.

I have had great experience with CW Moss in Orange CA for Model A parts.

TZ
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enjenjo

I'll vouch for C W Moss, I have used their kits on several cars are was pleased with the results.
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Rockhauler

thanks for the quick answers....just searched and found the C W Moss web site and will order a catalogue.

thanks
Paul