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  1. rcraig

    rcraig F1 Rookie

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    #1 rcraig, Jul 8, 2011
    Need a turn signal assembly for my 79 308 GTB. Passenger side. This is the light assembly that fits into the bumper and has 2 bulbs. A turn signal and running light. Tried everyone on both sides of the atlantic. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

    Bob
     
  2. 8valve

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    #2 8valve, Jul 8, 2011
    A few possible variations here: Do you need the complete assembly (housing) or just the lens. Possible lens colours Amber, Amber/White, all White.....
     
  3. rcraig

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    #3 rcraig, Jul 8, 2011
    I only need the housing. I have new lenses already, but the wiring and sockets in the lights have given up.

    Thanks

    Bob

     
  4. BigTex

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    #4 BigTex, Jul 8, 2011
    I have a few...keep looking, you tried FerrParts they are scrapping a 1978 GTS
     
  5. BigTex

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    #5 BigTex, Jul 8, 2011
    It also fits the Lamborghini Countach........not much of a crossover.

    Epoxy some new bulb bases into yours and rock on!!
     
  6. rcraig

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    #6 rcraig, Jul 8, 2011
    Thanks Tex. Probably will end up with a fix like that. Hard to believe this is impossible to get anywhere.
    It's still legal to stick your arm out to use hand signals although
    It hilarious to see how many young people don't have a clue what you're doing. He'll the first two cars I owned never had working turn signals.


    Bob
     
  7. viper_driver

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    #7 viper_driver, Jul 8, 2011
    I need a drivers side....mine is broken in half so I fiberglassed it together.

    Been watching for 2 years now and haven't found one yet. I guess now I can look for a pair and pass one along to you!

    I did see 5 on eBay a few months back, but the seller wouldn't split them and I didn't want 5, sold for $550 i think.

    Good luck.
     
  8. chairpilot

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    #8 chairpilot, Jul 9, 2011
    You might be able to get Verell to make a mold and cast some up some!
     
  9. rcraig

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    #9 rcraig, Jul 9, 2011
    Jason, I also saw that ebay and kicked myself for not buying them.

    I also thought of Verell.

    Found a used one that will work. Going to try and rebuild old ones when the used one gets here.
     
  10. Verell

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    #10 Verell, Jul 15, 2011
    Sounds like I should add these to my round2it list!

    I had them there once, then they became available again & I assumed someone in Italy was reproducing them. I've got a pair of NOS ones hidden away that I can use as mold patterns. Trick is going to be finding/reproducing metal pieces like the bulb sockets.

    Bear with me it will be awhile before I can get to them as my current list of promised new parts has all my mold making time scheduled thru August!
     
  11. BigTex

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    #11 BigTex, Jul 15, 2011
    There's a process that can hot weld various plastics, last time I messed with one it was the spring under the bulb 'plunger' and I think I just went with a new socket there...

    I have also had the ground braid fail and replaced it with a wire...

    FerrParts didnt have to ones off that GTS?
     
  12. mikael82

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    #12 mikael82, Jul 16, 2011
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    #13 forrest1, Jul 16, 2011
    You can get chrome tape at any auto parts store in the trim and accessories section; cut pieces to fit and stick it in to restore the reflector surface.

    I glued my new sockets in with silicone, in case I ever need to replace the sockets a second time
     
  14. ramosel

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    #14 ramosel, Jul 16, 2011
    $550???

    Oh my. I have a complete brand new set of NOS in the box, front and rear, that I bought when I started my resto. But I ended up welding those holes shut before the repaint. I had no idea they were worth that much now.

    Rick
     

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