Vitesse 2L Mk1 number plate lamp assy.

[Wagger]

I'll bet some of you have have already done this, but the translucent sections that act as diffusers on my Reverse and number plate illuminator were green and cracked beyond repair. The chrome is still good, so I cut a strip from a plastic milk container (Tesco) and wrapped it around inside. It works and almost looks original. It will degrade I know, but should last a wee while not being in direct sunlight.

[daverclasper]

Thanks for info, I think they were originally fixed with steel/chromed headed rivets?.

Did you fit with standard rivets?.

PS, also heard of folk using plastic take away containers?

[Wagger]

No, I just wrapped it 2/3rds around and 'Captured' it when fitting. It cannot fall out when assembled.

[Peter Truman]

I brought new ones from a guy in the UK they came with very small plastic rivet type things, which I replaced with small brass nuts and bolts. I'll try and find the suppliers name. I think he was trying to get the kit as a club shop item?

I'll see if I have a record of the supplier, just remembered I brought two kits so must find the spare it'll have contact.

[Peter Truman]

Found the contact for the replacement Number Plate Lens's, David on email dmwythe@aol.com I think the cost was around 10quid. finaly found the spare Repair Kit, see pic below

Hope this doesn't break any rules