Backpad light, Is a correct light available? |
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Backpad light, Is a correct light available? |
robkammer |
May 18 2022, 03:04 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 179 Joined: 7-January 21 From: Vermilion Ohio Member No.: 25,049 Region Association: North East States |
Hey Teeners! Getting close to finishing up the BB interior, electrical issues are resolved and carpet is almost in. When the car came to me the backpad light was inoperable and missing. That circuit was also dead. Got the wiring right and ordered a new reproduction light. (the second one tested OK.) Went to install it and find that the backpad is much thicker than the new light is designed to clip to. I've included a picture of the metal tangs on the back side of the pad, they are a good 1/4" from the vinyl on the front.
The backpad looks to be original, it's had some repairs to the masonite but the vinyl appears to be original. Any input would be appreciated. Rob |
rgolia |
May 18 2022, 03:33 PM
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GeoJoe Group: Members Posts: 704 Joined: 5-February 10 From: PA Member No.: 11,329 Region Association: North East States |
I think the metal backing is stock. I suggest an LED bulb so the plastic doesn't melt like many have if the light is left on too long.
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mepstein |
May 19 2022, 11:43 AM
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914-6 GT in waiting Group: Members Posts: 19,272 Joined: 19-September 09 From: Landenberg, PA/Wilmington, DE Member No.: 10,825 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I think the metal backing is stock. I suggest an LED bulb so the plastic doesn't melt like many have if the light is left on too long. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) |
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