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posted Wed 20th Dec 2017
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posted Wed 20th Dec 2017
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The first port of call is the fuse box...with only three fuses serving the whole car its one of the regular `features` on this forum as a point of discussion. The contacts are always suspect and I loathed taking the original out, but eventually it had to be done to ensure perfect continuity. PUBLIC RELATIONS and ADVERTISING OFFICER
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posted Wed 20th Dec 2017
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Thanks, this is essentially where I got to yesterday and everything worked after replacing the fuse and testing a couple of points but then low and behold this morning - no back lights or dash light. Where's the best place to chase the wiring to the back? I'm also assuming the two lighting failures aren't connected so its a bit bizarre as to why both have now gone. |
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posted Wed 20th Dec 2017
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I'm not sure how it's wired on the later ones but my Spitfire has a fuse specifically for the side-light circuit. As Mike says, the fuse box is a common problem area and can, on occasion, lose half the protected circuit while leaving the rest working. So that could explain the loss of tail and dash lights but not front sides.
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posted Wed 20th Dec 2017
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http://www.andystanton.co.uk/spitfire/wiring.jpg |
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posted Wed 20th Dec 2017
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Thanks all, will check the fuses more thoroughly when it gets light tomorrow (still dreaming of that perfectly lit garage to fix these problems in) Its side, tail, brake and dash lights I have lost. Only got the reverse, front headlights and indicators functioning currently. |
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posted Wed 20th Dec 2017
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To answer the question and cut the time...the rear loom joins with a rubber plug behind the lh parcel shelf ( take out) PUBLIC RELATIONS and ADVERTISING OFFICER
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posted Wed 20th Dec 2017
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Great - will try this first thing tomorrow and let you know how I get on |
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posted Thu 21st Dec 2017
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Success - some very questionable wiring behind the lh parcel shelf and I'm back to full strength - thanks all! Full re-wiring job now on the list for 2018 ... |
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posted Thu 21st Dec 2017
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Success - some very questionable wiring behind the lh parcel shelf and I'm back to full strength - thanks all! Full re-wiring job now on the list for 2018 ... |
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posted Thu 21st Dec 2017
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Quoted from 13067 Merry Crisp-ness ![]() PUBLIC RELATIONS and ADVERTISING OFFICER
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posted Mon 11th Nov 2019
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Sorry to bump an old thread but I have a headlight related question and info from the older thread might be pertinent to some new users. I'm looking at buying these: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Valeo-082440-Front-Headlights/dp/B008DQV88Q/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=triumph+spitfire+headllights&qid=1573482821&sr=8-1-spell I have Amazon vouchers and I'd like to use them for something that I actually need for a change. Has anyone had any experience of these actual items? Lives in Chippenham Near Bath. Mk4 1974 Spitfire.Gaffa tape is like the Force. It has a light side and a dark side, and it binds the universe together. |
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posted Mon 11th Nov 2019
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I thoroughly recommend these excellent light units, particularly with uprated halogen or even LED H4 bulbs; they give a really good spread of light and a sharp cut-off on dip. Unfortunately the Valeo part no. 082440 refers to right hand traffic, i.e. CONTINENTAL or right hand dip. You need 082441 as I have in my TR4A. Tim |
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posted Mon 11th Nov 2019
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Yes they are Ok ....but a bit expensive PUBLIC RELATIONS and ADVERTISING OFFICER
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posted Tue 12th Nov 2019
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I've got the Valeo/Cibie unit to + osram night breakers + relais at the front. Works good ! I do have seen now that the reflector is starting to rust on the outside of the light. But mind you, mine are 6years old and done over 100.000miles in all kind of weather. So not to bad.
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posted Tue 12th Nov 2019
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Awesome, thanks for the guidance everyone... Lives in Chippenham Near Bath. Mk4 1974 Spitfire.Gaffa tape is like the Force. It has a light side and a dark side, and it binds the universe together. |
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posted Tue 12th Nov 2019
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I understand from the TR Register Forum that Valeo 082441 may unfortunately have been discontinued. It might be a good idea Wim to buy a pair of 082440 for stock while you still can. Tim |
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