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Colorado Greg · 03-02-2011, 07:36 PM

I know its not original, but I'd like to add a dome light to my '29 coupe before I install the interior and I have a couple of questions.

Does anyone have a picture of the placement of the wood block for the dome light? I'm not sure of the orientation or placement of the wood block.

How is the wood block attached to the top bows?

How is the wire ran from the header back to the light? If you just have the wire go over the top bows won't this show when the headliner is installed?

How is the actual dome light fixture attached to the wood block? I bought a repo Vintique dome light and it appears that you just use some wood screws from the inside of the fixture.

Thanks!
Any help is greatly appreciated!

rdscouple · 03-02-2011, 08:30 PM

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I too want to install a dome light in my current tour car restoration. I'm also planning to install button switches in the door jambs and rumble seat opening so the lights go on when a door or rumble lid is opened. Just like a modern car.

03-02-2011, 07:36 PM	#1
Colorado Greg Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Littleton, Colorado Posts: 241	Adding a Dome Light to a '29 Coupe I know its not original, but I'd like to add a dome light to my '29 coupe before I install the interior and I have a couple of questions. Does anyone have a picture of the placement of the wood block for the dome light? I'm not sure of the orientation or placement of the wood block. How is the wood block attached to the top bows? How is the wire ran from the header back to the light? If you just have the wire go over the top bows won't this show when the headliner is installed? How is the actual dome light fixture attached to the wood block? I bought a repo Vintique dome light and it appears that you just use some wood screws from the inside of the fixture. Thanks! Any help is greatly appreciated! __________________ "Betsy doesn't leak oil - she just marks her spot"

03-02-2011, 08:30 PM	#2
rdscouple Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 69	Re: Adding a Dome Light to a '29 Coupe Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) I too want to install a dome light in my current tour car restoration. I'm also planning to install button switches in the door jambs and rumble seat opening so the lights go on when a door or rumble lid is opened. Just like a modern car.