8mm Forum: Bell & Howell 642 Pilot Lamp

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Posted by Paul Mason (Member # 4015) on July 07, 2014, 02:56 AM:

Another minor problem with my "new" 642. Does anyone know a source of the 6 volts 3 watts pilot lamps? They're tubular or "festoon" in shape with contacts at each end similar to old fashioned 12V car interior lamps. I imagine they're the same from the 641 to the 658 and the US 500 series. Thanks.

Posted by Maurice Leakey (Member # 916) on July 07, 2014, 05:47 AM:

I believe this will do the trick. It shows the lamp against a measure. Check that it's the right length as the Bell & Howell fitment is fairly long.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6-volt-3-watt-Festoon-Light-Bulb-Vintage-Austin-7-Morris-Minor-/190859690281?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item2c701fc129

Posted by Paul Mason (Member # 4015) on July 07, 2014, 02:26 PM:

Many thanks Maurice. I think the lamp in your link is exactly the same as the old one in my 642 so I have ordered two. Thank goodness for classic car enthusiasts.

Posted by Paul Mason (Member # 4015) on July 11, 2014, 03:28 AM:

The lamps arrived and fitted correctly. They were old unused GEC Osram types sold by Lucas. I certainly recommend JB Vintage Spares:
http://www.jbvintagespares.co.uk/

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