Monday, February 13, 2017

License Plate Light Assemblies

Application:

Butlers A-L-60 for 105E / 109E
Wards & Goldstone Ltd SAE 6-61 for 114E-13543.

Replace damaged or rusted light sockets with instrument light sockets that fit in a 5/8" diameter hole.

Reproduction assembly:

Use 1/16" sheet metal. Cut and bend to desired size and mounting angle. 5/8" light socket hole(s).
My preference for a chrome cover, glass, and gasket is from an early MGB which are easily obtainable.
Light sockets are 105E / 109E or Cortina MK1 / MK2.

Remove light socket from bottom of assembly for easy light bulb access. Snap socket in place with low adhesion silicon to prevent moisture exposure.
Reproduction bracket; 3 types of 5/8" English Ford light sockets; MGB cover, glass, gasket and screws)

114E original bracket; 105E instrument light sockets



On the left, original 105E light assembly. On the right, reproduction assembly.