Advice on new headlamp glass/reflector

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asterysk_usa
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Advice on new headlamp glass/reflector

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I need a new headlamp glass and reflector, for my 1955 AJS 18S the part number is 553925 (or 553948 for Europe)

The glass is broken and the reflector has molten bulb holder plastic on it

I don't know where I'll be riding next (i.e. left or right side) so I'm thinking I'll get both

So couple of questions:

1) What should I be searching for to find a glass/reflector that will fit (i.e. just 7" or are there other aspects)
2) What are good sources for new and old
3) If possible I would also like to switch to LED or at least have the options
1954 AJS 18S Cyprus export (frame decode says 1954 but many components match a 1955).
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Re: Advice on new headlamp glass/reflector

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Have you considered getting a 7" H4 headlamp? That would give you a wider choice of bulb, halogen or LED. Take a look at http://www.norbsa02.freeuk.com/ for ideas.

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Re: Advice on new headlamp glass/reflector

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MalcW wrote:Have you considered getting a 7" H4 headlamp? That would give you a wider choice of bulb, halogen or LED. Take a look at http://www.norbsa02.freeuk.com/ for ideas.

Malc
Thankyou for the steer, I've just emailed him
1954 AJS 18S Cyprus export (frame decode says 1954 but many components match a 1955).
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Re: Advice on new headlamp glass/reflector

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LED's all the way for me

http://www.dynamoregulatorconversions.c ... ds-etc.php

I got a Lucas MU 42 replica off fleabay. Don't know what yours is but I'm not exactly the bloke to see for conforming to originality.
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Re: Advice on new headlamp glass/reflector

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The club stock a 7" halogen upgrade light unit, for LED lamps I'e found the best lamps are those from www.dynamoregulatorconversions.com , the best regulators are the DVR2 from www.dynamoregulators.com subtle difference but different companies.
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