Headlight problem

Post by **Nkirk99** » Thu Feb 13, 2020 7:39 pm

Hi,

Sorry if this has been covered a million times.......

MOT was an ‘issue’ last time due to one headlight not auto levelling. The garage got it through, but it’s time to address the problem. I have taken the headlight out and have immediately seen the problem.

On the exterior of the casing is normally a small white cog that acts at ninety degrees presumably to do the levelling. The white cog is however missing in action.

Does anyone know if you can buy the white cog? Or is it the usual story of having to buy a new headlight for the sake of a 50p cog?

Cheers all
Nick

Post by **BarryRS6** » Wed Feb 19, 2020 1:39 pm

I have exactly the same problem. So would also like to know if this item is available.

Post by **srichards** » Wed Feb 19, 2020 4:22 pm

Didn't someone else say that a meccano or similar type of set had an appropriate cog?

It's just a bit of plastic that can be 3d printed in all probability.

Mine haven't auto adjusted for ages. I think they have been cable tied static. That seems to not cause bother at MOT time.

Post by **Mark-RS** » Wed Feb 19, 2020 7:53 pm

Auto level is not a fail as long as the level of the headlights and beam pattern are fine.

Mine passed only a few days ago, and after I got my ticket in my hand i posed the question.

But of course fixing it is the better option.

Post by **Puggie** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 1:45 pm

If you know what size the gear is, these guys are pretty good if its available off the shelf:

https://www.hpcgears.com/n/products/12. ... _gears.php

Anyone got a pic of the missing bit?

Post by **chunky79** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 2:23 pm

Trupps told me Jag use the same cog.

Post by **steve2003rs6** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 7:33 pm

Chunky. If you have the old one I can make you one.
Regards Steve.
Ps is it a helical gear or a straight cut.

Post by **steve2003rs6** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 7:46 pm

Ps. Forgot to mention. Foc for fellow enthusiast
Regards Steve.

Post by **chunky79** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 8:05 pm

I think I have a spare one on my old lights, not 100% sure. I'll have a look over the weekend if I remember. If I send you one I'm sure there will be plenty of folks in here who'd be happy to give you some beer tokens for one

Post by **steve2003rs6** » Thu Feb 20, 2020 9:21 pm

Happy to help if I am needed.
Just let me know.
Straight cut gear (spur gear) so much easier to manufacture than a helical.
Even if it’s helical can still be done but takes a bit longer.
St/ steel,brass or plastic are achievable
As long as I get a detailed drawing or pattern
Regards steve
Ps although I am now retired. Still have access for cnc turning and milling.

Post by **Puggie** » Fri Feb 21, 2020 10:44 pm

I think it may be a crown gear if it's the one I'm thinking of. I have a spare set of lamps I can pop one off if someone points out which gear it is.

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Post by **chunky79** » Sat Feb 22, 2020 1:49 pm

I've managed to get the cog off my spare set of lights. I'll send it to Steve to get some made up.
If anyone wants some, can you please comment here so Steve knows how many to get made

Post by **Shoppinit** » Sat Feb 22, 2020 1:58 pm

Cool. I'd be interested.

Post by **Mark-RS** » Sat Feb 22, 2020 2:49 pm

Interested also ! Happy to send some beer tokens for the effort

Post by **steve2003rs6** » Sun Feb 23, 2020 1:00 pm

Chunky. Will get on with them as soon as I receive the pattern.
Will probably make 6 initially to see if you are happy with them.
Regards Steve.

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