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Hedgemonkey
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Posted: 29 Jul 2018 at 19:20 |
I am in the process of changing the original US sealed beam unit for a H4 type ,the seal is a bit crumbly. Has anyone found a suitable replacement?
I did find a link to Moto Guzzi Classics ...run by Mark Etheridge in LA. He suggested using a screen door seal available in hardware stores. Not really an option for me on this sideof the pond. |
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Glawster
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Not sure of the size of the Eldorado headlamp, but on both my T3 and Ducati 900GTS I replaced the unit with a Wipac Quadoptic. Very good value and fits perfectly in the shell. If you need clips to secure it to the rim, those glazing clips for greenhouses are perfect.
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Mike H
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Lots of sealing strip type things on eBay.
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Hedgemonkey
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OK thanks for that info.
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Hedgemonkey
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OK thanks ..I will revert back to EB.
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Amboman
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Y'all don't have screening spline in the UK? I'd offer to send you a length, but shipping could be costly.
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Charlie
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Brian UK
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I expect we do, but under a different name. Can you describe it? Round in section? Soft plastic I assume.
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Amboman
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Round in section with ridges to help it stay in place, soft vinyl material. I can post a close-up photo if desired.
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Charlie
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Hedgemonkey
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A pic would be useful....thanks.
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theone&onlymin
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Amboman
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Yes, but the .190" diameter works best. Been trying for the last 20 mins to post a photo. I give up. Link to photo: http://flic.kr/p/28Du8fY
Edited by Amboman - 03 Aug 2018 at 14:30 |
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Charlie
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Hedgemonkey
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Thats great ...thank you. Now I can get on the case!
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Dave P.
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I don't think we have screen doors in the UK, do we??
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