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02-28-2022, 12:23 AM | #1 |
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30-31 Dash Light
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I am looking for an original dash light for a 1931 closed pickup. I am told the repros are not very good. Does anyone have any experience with the repros? Does anyone have a nice original for sale? Thanks, Dave |
02-28-2022, 05:43 AM | #2 |
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Re: 30-31 Dash Light
My 31 pickup has a repro. It works fine, but the switch is a pain to use. I wired it into the tail light circuit instead of the ammeter. Now it comes on whenever the tail lights are on. No need to use the switch.
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02-28-2022, 08:25 AM | #3 |
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Re: 30-31 Dash Light
The original 1930-'31 dash light was just a tiny bit better in quality then the repro.
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02-28-2022, 10:38 AM | #4 |
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Re: 30-31 Dash Light
I've been on a list at the two main vendors for months to get a repro. Has anyone purchased one lately?
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02-28-2022, 10:54 AM | #5 |
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02-28-2022, 12:30 PM | #6 |
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02-28-2022, 12:52 PM | #7 |
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Re: 30-31 Dash Light
Check out the following: https://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/s...A&searcht=dash scroll down and notice there are two versions listed one of which is still available. I purchased the open one, and when it arrived I have so far been unable to see what makes this unworkable for my '31 coupe especially since I also wired it to the car's lights.
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03-01-2022, 12:45 PM | #8 |
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Re: 30-31 Dash Light
When I installed my re-pop it functioned fine. How often do you drive at night??
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03-01-2022, 10:09 PM | #9 |
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Re: 30-31 Dash Light
I seldom drive at night yet enough to need a thoroughly tested headlight/tail light system that includes a fully functional turn signals (that have enough modern-day CP to really light up the road) I also have a 3rd brake light that also functions as part of the turn signals.
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03-03-2022, 08:31 PM | #10 |
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03-16-2022, 10:50 AM | #11 |
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Re: 30-31 Dash Light
Third Gen Auto might have some NOS
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03-23-2022, 09:32 PM | #12 |
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Re: 30-31 Dash Light
I recently ordered a '31 dash light from Snyders. I still have the original light that is original and came with the car, but the wiring and electrical are obviously in dire need of repair/restoration. When I had the plating done for this latest project, I also had the original cover re-plated. When I got the new switch, I swapped it with the new cover, but frankly was unable to tell any difference. For the price, and if you are not building a "points car", I would have no problem recommending that you consider a new switch.
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