Posts Tagged ‘ Headlights ’

Scott Drake Releases New ‘FoMoCo’-Branded Headlamps for Mustangs

By Ashley Smissen , January 16, 2012 in Electrical, Products

Scott Drake has introduced its new “FoMoCo”-scripted headlamps, which are authentic reproductions of the headlamps that appeared on some early Mustangs. The 7-inch, round headlamps offer an original look but with safer halogen technology, according to the company.

The company used original Ford NOS lamps and duplicated every appearance detail. Although two “FoMoCo” script designs were produced by Ford, Scott Drake chose to reproduce the version with a more-prominent, reverse-raised logo as it’s more prized by Mustang enthusiasts, according to the company.

Speedway Motors Introduces Universal Shock & Headlight Mounts

By Ashley Smissen , July 5, 2011 in Paint & Body, Products

Speedway Motors‘ Universal Shock and Headlight Mounts allow a builder to mount the headlights and shocks with one part. The steel mounts are available in weld-on or bolt-on configurations, are designed to fit on the outside and top surfaces of the frame rail, and mount most headlights requiring 1/2-inch mounting holes.

Two different sets of upper shock mount holes allow the builder to choose the ideal shock angle for the application, according to the company. Lightening holes have been added to give the mounts a more stylish and vintage look.

Modern Lighting for Not-so-Modern Cars

By John Katz , July 29, 2010 in Electrical

Today’s custom lighting isn’t just about being able to see the road, it’s also about how your customers are being seen. They expect the lights that you put on their car to keep them safe and look great doing it.

Since the earliest days of brass lamps, carbide generators and Prest-O-Lite cylinders, automotive lighting has been just as much about how a car looks as how well the driver sees. Pioneering motorists chose their lighting systems mainly for economical performance, but even by the late 1920s some intrepid individuals were trading downrange illumination for the aerodynamic illusion of Woodlite Parabolics.

Restore Yellowed Headlights Restoration With Mothers’ New Kit

By Ashley Smissen , May 18, 2010 in Paint & Body, Products, Tech & Tools

The kit can be used on headlight and taillight lenses, reflectors and many other plastic surfaces.

Mothers has released a new, all-in-one headlight restoration kit through its PowerBall line of products. It’s designed to restore aerodynamic plastic headlights that have degraded, or have a yellow, clouded appearance.

The PowerBall 4Lights Headlight Restoration All-In-One Kit attaches to a drill and restores, maintains and protects all plastic headlights, said the company. When used with the included PowerPlastic polish, the PowerBall 4Lights will clean away yellowing, oxidation and stains, as well as buff out hairline scratches, smudges and flaws.

American Autowire Releases Muscle Car, Tri-Five & Halogen Bright Driver Headlights

By Devlin Smith , May 4, 2010 in Electrical, Products

American Autowire is now offering headlight kits that feature two Bright Driver headlight reflector bodies and halogen bulbs, made complete by the addition of the correct factory connectors and pigtail assembly for easy connection to any dual 7-inch bulb headlight system. These are a direct replacement for the common glass sealed beam headlight with no additional mounting hardware necessary, according to the company.

Meguiar’s Releases Headlight & Spot Repair System

By Ashley Smissen , March 17, 2010 in Paint & Body, Products

Meguiar’s has announced the release of its Professional Headlight and Spot Repair System, an all-new system designed to revolutionize surface repair on plastics and clear coat paint finishes.

The comprehensive collection is designed for maximum efficiency and productivity for the professional looking to create more profit for their business, said the company.

Delta Tech: Headlights with Turn Signal

By Ashley Smissen , July 1, 2009 in Electrical, Products

Delta Tech Industries has expanded its line of 7-inch performance headlights to include a headlight with a built-in turn signal. This headlight replacement features European precision lead-crystal prismatic lens that is DOT-certified and encased in a stamped steel, a vacuum-metalized reflector that is protection from moisture and elements with a rubber boot. It is powered with a choice of Xenon (Hyper White, H4 60/55 watt bulbs) or Halogen (H4 60/55 watt bulbs). A miniature amber bulb is mounted in the lower portion of the reflector so it does not interfere with the headlights’ main stream of light, said the company. The amber bulbs is energized by either the right or left turn factory blinker, allowing each user to either enhance the factory turn signal or replace it entirely.

Tags: Delta Tech, Headlights, Lighting, Turn Signals

Understanding HID, Zenon and LED Lights

By Ilona French , June 2, 2009 in Electrical

United Pacific Industries offers this taillight for 1942-1948 Fords.

As lighting solutions have had to keep up with drivers’ ever-increasing demands, technology has quickly surpassed the original lighting options on yesteryear’s vehicles— with more options available than ever before.