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911 headlight bucket fits a 356?
Looks to me like the early 911 HL bucket is the same as the 356 bucket except for the mounting tab. Does it work that way?
Oh and BTW, I see no different PN's for the A vs. the B & C even though there are obvious differences on the outside. The car in question being worked on is a '57 A. |
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08-17-2006, 02:33 PM
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All 356 (except maybe Gmund coupes from 1949-50) use the same headlight "bucket" welded into the fender...I believe it is also the same one VW used through 1966...anyway, dispite the changes in fender profile from pre A/A to B/C, the bucket is the same...any stock 65-67 912/911 headlight, (even a 911 H4 headlight) can be used BUT you will have to get a 356 style chrome ring with the protruding "tab" at the bottom for the screw that holds it to the body (screws into hole in fender 1/2 inch below the "bucket" opening) be careful not to cross thread this screw hole....its welded to the fender & no fun to fix... 66 & older VW headlight rings may work too check it out...
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08-18-2006, 01:14 AM
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The headlights on a '66 split window bus are the exact same as on my late '65 C coupe (58 from The End), only difference being "VW" on the glass of the bus
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08-18-2006, 05:51 AM
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Thanks. I have obtained some early 911 buckets. As of this writing, many places are out of stock or talking hideous prices. This '57 is just an outlaw driver anyway.
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08-18-2006, 06:57 AM
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Milt - no 356 is ever "just" a driver
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08-18-2006, 07:47 AM
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Why do you say that? This car is pretty bad off, yet it will see service again. It's only gonna get a Macco paint job and some domestic carpet. The owner is not interested in spending a bunch of money on the car. He'd rather have a turn key than do a bunch of work. Can't say I blame him given the fact that he would be burined in the car on a comprehensive resto. He could make several thousand as it sits and he intends to stay on that side of the issue.
I'm sure he'd trade it for a nice 911 driver with AC. I would. |
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08-20-2006, 08:20 AM
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Still need a bucket if anyone knows of an orphan.
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08-31-2006, 01:50 PM
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Hi Milt,
Are you looking for a secondhand bucket that's OK to use with a bit of work (356) or are you seeking a new 356 bucket? Sounds extreme, but I have a few used ones you could choose from and I could post over for you. How much is your guy prepared to pay to get a bucket? If you're desperate and can't find one in US, I can send you some pics of what I have. Post cost would depend on how I send and what weight, but I'm happy to help if I can. Cheers, Lisa |
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08-31-2006, 07:03 PM
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Thanks to Lisa, a bucket is on its way!
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09-11-2006, 09:18 AM
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My pleasure Milt
,Happy to see it go to good use! Cheers, Lisa |
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