mrcaug Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 I have a 26 dodge and would like to upgrade the headlights. I can't figure out how to get the chrome trim ring off. There is a small hole in the bottom of the ring, guessing it has something to do with releasing something or other. Any suggestions of how to remove the ring and then suggestions on an upgrade? 12 volt. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nearchoclatetown Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 They SHOULD come off by turning the ring to counterclockwise. May have to push in to turn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spinneyhill Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 (edited) Simplest upgrade is to make sure the earth is good. There is nothing spare in 6V and you can't earth well through paint. 2nd simple upgrade is to the right bulbs and make sure they are in the right place. Bigger (higher Wattage) bulbs don't necessarily mean better lights. 6V halogen bulbs are available too. Edited January 8, 2017 by Spinneyhill (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcaug Posted January 8, 2017 Author Share Posted January 8, 2017 Thanks for the suggestions. I am converting to 12 volts so I'll be looking for 12 volt bulbs, has anyone made a conversion to allow regular 7" headlight bulbs to be used in the original housing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeC5 Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 Yes, while pushing on the ring towards the headlight can, rotate CCW around 5 - 10 degrees. I suspect the best upgrade is to get the reflectors coated via the Uvira process. See about half way down in this link: http://www.ply33.com/Repair/lights Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curti Posted January 9, 2017 Share Posted January 9, 2017 Is the reason you are converting to 12V is the starter turns over too slow? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 On 1/8/2017 at 7:50 PM, Curti said: Is the reason you are converting to 12V is the starter turns over too slow? Agree. If all of the connections and wires are good the car will perform fine. The reason that the car companies went to 12 volt systems is not because it is a better voltage, but to save money and mass(weight) because they could use smaller wires. A large number of persons on this site would agree and recommend that you keep the vehicle stock. Just our humble opinion and lots of experience of watching the start of the 12 volt switch. By the way, the light bulbs are the first of many things that will need to be changed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jp928 Posted January 10, 2017 Share Posted January 10, 2017 I am finishing a resto on a 26 Rover with 6V electrics now. It came with the starter, dynamo and maggy all overhauled, and with a good sized (105Ah) 6V battery it spins and starts fine, so it will be staying on 6V. All the wiring is new, as none came with the car, so all the contacts are clean and new. I am planning on 24W headlight bulbs, and using LEDs on all the other lights - readily available in BA15S (single contact) and BA15D(dual contact) formats. Dont condemn the 6V system until you have refreshed the starter and dynamo - unless you have somebody on hand who can convert the whole system to 12V reliably. And yes, all my system is infamous Lucas stuff - Prince of Darkness, as 'Gentlemen dont Motor after Dark'! jp 26 Rover 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcaug Posted January 15, 2017 Author Share Posted January 15, 2017 The reason I am changing to 12 volts is that I would have to convert all of the LS engine electronics to 6 volt and that is not practical. I am leaving all of the body stock, just replaced the running gear and the suspension. I wanted to keep up with traffic, 26 had a top speed of 42 when it was new and horrible brakes. Wife would not ride in it without A/C. I will be selling all of the removed parts soon. Thanks for your reply. I have 2 options right now, install an 8" motorcycle head light or a socket and bulb from a modern car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JACK M Posted January 16, 2017 Share Posted January 16, 2017 I have used these in several conversions in original headlights, They are always bright enough but sometimes the hi and low beams are funny, depending on the lens I guess.. http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Quartz-Halogen-Headlight-Conversion-Kit,2980.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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