Rear bulb holder(s)
Hi Groupies,
As my rear lights were not showing adequate light and the indicators were slow, I checked and cleaned the earthing points.
Not really any better.
Next on the list is the terminal points to the light bulb
Again, not really any better.
Hmmm, bulb holders out again and emery the inside connectors where prominent.
Still not bright enough.
Right, new holders from Rimmers.
Quality not good enough and only 2-pole received.
CW out of stock so another lot purchased from LD Parts.
On replacing them I notice that holders, such as 518041, are two pole. The present one's in my vehicle are 3-pole (probably due to the tow bar wiring requirement).
So, the question is; Does anyone know whether 3-pole types are still available and from where. Perhaps from another marque? I've checked Dolomite and TR7. Same part number for the Stag and the Stag one's are 2-pole.
Help!
Kev
As my rear lights were not showing adequate light and the indicators were slow, I checked and cleaned the earthing points.
Not really any better.
Next on the list is the terminal points to the light bulb
Again, not really any better.
Hmmm, bulb holders out again and emery the inside connectors where prominent.
Still not bright enough.
Right, new holders from Rimmers.
Quality not good enough and only 2-pole received.
CW out of stock so another lot purchased from LD Parts.
On replacing them I notice that holders, such as 518041, are two pole. The present one's in my vehicle are 3-pole (probably due to the tow bar wiring requirement).
So, the question is; Does anyone know whether 3-pole types are still available and from where. Perhaps from another marque? I've checked Dolomite and TR7. Same part number for the Stag and the Stag one's are 2-pole.
Help!
Kev
Re: Rear bulb holder(s)
I bought some to fit in a 1950's American Ford and I got those from Robsport. I can't remember how many poles they had (probably less now due to Brexit) but it may be worth giving them a call.
Currently over 35 years worth of fixing 35 boxes.
Hoping to reach 65 years worth of fixing 65 boxes.
Hoping to reach 65 years worth of fixing 65 boxes.
Re: Rear bulb holder(s)
I have never had any issues over the years with the rear lights on my Triumphs. They aren't as bright as modern vehicles, but that is to be expected.
I have a tub full of good used Triumph rear light bulb holders. If you want a set, just let me know.
I have a tub full of good used Triumph rear light bulb holders. If you want a set, just let me know.
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1967 Mk1 2000 in Gunmetal Grey
1969 Mk1 2000 in Royal Blue
1970 Mk2 2000 in Valencia Blue
1972 Mk2 2.5 PI in Triumph White
1973 Mk2 2.5 PI in Sienna Brown
1976 Mk2 2500S in Carmine Red
1967 Mk1 2000 in Gunmetal Grey
1969 Mk1 2000 in Royal Blue
1970 Mk2 2000 in Valencia Blue
1972 Mk2 2.5 PI in Triumph White
1973 Mk2 2.5 PI in Sienna Brown
1976 Mk2 2500S in Carmine Red
Re: Rear bulb holder(s)
3-pole is not shown in their on-line catalogue but will check on a personal levelo when I'm their for other bits & pieces.
Kev
Re: Rear bulb holder(s)
As I say, re-manufactured 2-pole bulb holders are available from all the usual sources but my stop/tail light is a 3-pole.
Kev
Re: Rear bulb holder(s)
If it is the stop / tail bulb holders you require (maybe I should have been more specific in my earlier post saying stop/tail rather than set ) I will have some. Just let me know if they are of use to you.
Register Member no. 1596
1967 Mk1 2000 in Gunmetal Grey
1969 Mk1 2000 in Royal Blue
1970 Mk2 2000 in Valencia Blue
1972 Mk2 2.5 PI in Triumph White
1973 Mk2 2.5 PI in Sienna Brown
1976 Mk2 2500S in Carmine Red
1967 Mk1 2000 in Gunmetal Grey
1969 Mk1 2000 in Royal Blue
1970 Mk2 2000 in Valencia Blue
1972 Mk2 2.5 PI in Triumph White
1973 Mk2 2.5 PI in Sienna Brown
1976 Mk2 2500S in Carmine Red
Re: Rear bulb holder(s)
I've never seen a three pole, what is the third element for?
Re: Rear bulb holder(s)
Hello Phil,
the stop/tail lamp has two filaments so two poles for those and the other for the common earth return.
Alec
the stop/tail lamp has two filaments so two poles for those and the other for the common earth return.
Alec
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Jaguar MK 2 (Long term restoration.)
Hymer 564 Motorhome.
MK1.5 2.5 P.I.
Jaguar MK 2 (Long term restoration.)
Hymer 564 Motorhome.
Re: Rear bulb holder(s)
Is the earth not the body of the holder?
Re: Rear bulb holder(s)
hello Phil,
it is a copper strip attached to the plastic body, but I consider that as a pole.
Alec
it is a copper strip attached to the plastic body, but I consider that as a pole.
Alec
0465
MK1.5 2.5 P.I.
Jaguar MK 2 (Long term restoration.)
Hymer 564 Motorhome.
MK1.5 2.5 P.I.
Jaguar MK 2 (Long term restoration.)
Hymer 564 Motorhome.
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