Danny D114BCW Posted March 28, 2019 Share Posted March 28, 2019 4 hours ago, eldoradoCoupe said: Why is everyone looking for a fudge fix? I also posted several days ago but reading this thread, its like my post isn't there. Call VMC. They did both of mine for £140+p&p and they are a great job. Any before and after pictures. I agree with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted March 28, 2019 Author Share Posted March 28, 2019 Surely no harm in experimenting, it’s how we learn ‘stuff’. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eldoradoCoupe Posted March 29, 2019 Share Posted March 29, 2019 I do have pictures Danny but can't find a way to post here - I can email them to you if you like. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted March 31, 2019 Author Share Posted March 31, 2019 I have been mulling this over for the last couple of days and I think that something like this kit has some legs: https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F262643564218 It could be fitted into the standard light housing without any mods (adaptors are supplied), provide dip and main beam, plus (almost certainly) provide a useful increase in light output. The reservation I have though is how the existing glass pattern would affect things... Thoughts peeps? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted March 31, 2019 Share Posted March 31, 2019 Do you mean, fitting one per square light. Cant see why not, lets face it even a top spec manta headlight in new condition are nothing to right home about. All mot are after is a pitch identical to original light. If you where to l7ne a car up with a wall, trace the light beam, fit these and try to get similar match? If i understand right we could remove bulb holder from reflector, fit one of these, reflector will basically be unused but could be retained, paint it high temp black! Wonder if they could be used for quads also? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted March 31, 2019 Author Share Posted March 31, 2019 6 minutes ago, ®evo03 said: Do you mean, fitting one per square light. If i understand right we could remove bulb holder from reflector, fit one of these, reflector will basically be unused but could be retained Hi mate, Basically, yes and yes to the above. If it works, nobody would need to worry about dodgy reflectors ever again. Your set up idea seems like a good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cam.in.head Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 Hi ian. The lens is what creates the beam pattern so would not work.also if they are fitted with actual hid bulbs ( not just zenon filled filament bulbs)like the listing mentions then you would need an hid ballast to run them too. The law changed recently as far as I know and these would be illegal without type approved headlamp units and headlamp washers and maybee even electronic beam levelling.which obviously will never exist for our cars. This is to prevent dazzling oncoming cars and is the same reason why higher wattage bulbs are illegal too . dont spoil a fine restoration by Chavving it up ! Lol see what happens mot time and if you need a reflector I’ve got plenty here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted April 1, 2019 Author Share Posted April 1, 2019 Oh well, I do like to dream 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted April 1, 2019 Share Posted April 1, 2019 What about a motorbike headlight, eg! Similar to those listed, reflector is contained in double lenses, no other reflector, its a 1990 ish bike, passes mot. Still waiting on VDM to reply to email. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted April 2, 2019 Author Share Posted April 2, 2019 An interesting idea evo, that feels like a lot of work would be required to make it work though. I ‘m not sure I have the necessary skills or patience to see that one through lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dimpas Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 My Manta is a 1986 one with H4 bulbs and Bosch Headlights . Both reflectors were gone. I found two NEW reflectors cheap cause there weren't for H4 bulbs I stripped everything apart and i removed the h4 bulb holder from my old reflectors and placed it to the new reflector. You need patience and precision its not an easy job. I also cleaned them and paint the front piece... Now the outcome is like New headlights with a sharp strait cut line when light hits the wall . Search the FB page i have uploaded many pictures from the process 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monaco Blue Posted April 3, 2019 Share Posted April 3, 2019 (edited) There are some reflectors etc. for sale here: http://www.mantadany.de/manta-teilemarkt/ Edited April 3, 2019 by Monaco Blue 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted April 3, 2019 Author Share Posted April 3, 2019 4 hours ago, Monaco Blue said: There are some reflectors etc. for sale here: http://www.mantadany.de/manta-teilemarkt/ That’s really good to know, many thanks for sharing that Martin. Its always nice to have a few options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monaco Blue Posted April 4, 2019 Share Posted April 4, 2019 19 hours ago, IanMc said: That’s really good to know, many thanks for sharing that Martin. Its always nice to have a few options. No problem Ian. On a different subject, seat fabrics, you might find this of interest. Saw a link to it on Facebook: https://westtrading.nl/en/car-upholstery/seat-upholstery/brand/opel/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted April 4, 2019 Author Share Posted April 4, 2019 2 hours ago, Monaco Blue said: No problem Ian. On a different subject, seat fabrics, you might find this of interest. Saw a link to it on Facebook: https://westtrading.nl/en/car-upholstery/seat-upholstery/brand/opel/ Also very helpful - thanks again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickfrad Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 These have come up on eBay if you have too much money, or accidentally click whilst on eBay after drinking far too much. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F233195878650 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulmanta Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 That's got to be an error, £45 maybe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plumster Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Be £500 if a rubber seal wasn't missing...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickfrad Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 Bargain now price dropped to £350 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1200bandit Posted July 10, 2019 Share Posted July 10, 2019 Have seen videos of car parts getting transfers on them Can you get the headlight reflectors chrome transfer done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted July 11, 2019 Share Posted July 11, 2019 Its hydro dipping, yes and no, wouldnt be heat resistant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulmanta Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 I bought a pair of mk3 cav lights made by Lucas and a pair of mk2 cav lights made by Hella. I Dismantled both right hand units and a right hand Manta unit and laid it all out on the bench. In conclusion I cannot see how it is possible to fit either the mk2 or mk3 reflector bowls to the Manta housing. Mk2 reflector is physically larger Mk3 has a big extra bit at one end and is a smaller bowl and is at an angle the means it wont look right when fitted and might affect the beam. So. Im carefully putting them all back together and going back to the drawing board, the two pairs of lamps are going back on ebay ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulmanta Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 On 28/03/2019 at 13:23, eldoradoCoupe said: Why is everyone looking for a fudge fix? I also posted several days ago but reading this thread, its like my post isn't there. Call VMC. They did both of mine for £140+p&p and they are a great job. I am investigating it because the Cav ones are readily available on ebay for around £40 a pair, cheaper than recon and appeals to my diy ethic. Mind you, its looking like I need to get something sorted soon so I will probably have to get them to do a pair. A mate is going to 3d print the plastic adjusters, they seem very brittle on all my spares units. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted July 12, 2019 Author Share Posted July 12, 2019 Good luck Paul, I share the same DIY ethic as you. I will read your further updates on this subject with great interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
®evo03 Posted July 12, 2019 Share Posted July 12, 2019 Did anyone try nova or mk2 astra reflectors, or what about lorry lights? Im in the same boat, want to use standard original headligh4s for manta i am restoring, so gonna try stripping and metal polishing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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