1929 Stearns-Knight Headlight Reflectors and Lenses

I have one correct lens but the edges have a few chips. Also have a pair of head lamps similar to the correct one that might have useable parts. The reflectors are about 1/4” smaller than the ones you need.In case you cannot find something better this might work.

Did you try Don Axelrod in New Hampshire ?

I bought a pair of NOS lenses on eBay this morning so only need the reflectors. I can probably manage to find connectors and retaining springs fairly easily(I think). I was planning on calling Donald Axlelrod if I didn't find them here on the forum. I have bought stuff from him before. Thank you to all for your help and suggestions. This would be a much more difficult hobby to pursue without all of the community support.

Steve

pughsMay 24, 2020

I bought a pair of NOS lenses on eBay this morning so only need the reflectors. I can probably manage to find connectors and retaining springs fairly easily(I think). I was planning on calling Donald Axlelrod if I didn't find them here on the forum. I have bought stuff from him before. Thank you to all for your help and suggestions. This would be a much more difficult hobby to pursue without all of the community support.

Steve

Steve,

Did you see these:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1920-039-s-1930-039-s-antique-vintage-automobile-headlight-pair-tilt-ray-guide-/383560918707

Retaining wire clips for lenses may be available via www.restorationstuff.com (and if you need to reshape a pair I recommend getting extras). 

alsancleMay 25, 2020

Steve,

Did you see these:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1920-039-s-1930-039-s-antique-vintage-automobile-headlight-pair-tilt-ray-guide-/383560918707

AJ, I saw them but I think they may be too small. The auction says they are 10" but the lenses are 10 1/8. What do you think? Will they fit?

You can ask him for a closer measurement.

I did.

I spoke with Donald Axelrod. He has three sets of reflectors that he thinks will fit but they are each slightly different. One has a groove for the gasket while the other two sets are flat where the gasket goes. One set is deeper than the others. Any thoughts about which is most correct?

More photos

 more again

Steve, I will take photos tomorrow, per my request, please send email and phone to me by PM. Thanks, Ed

Ed,

Thank you for the photos. They are a big help.

Steve

No worries.......didn’t want to pull the reflector.....looked like it may become a project.........if you need it removed let me know.

I don't need it removed but can you tell the approximate depth from the rim to the back of the reflector?

I'll check it for you and post it in the morning.........

I got a set of reflectors from Donald Axelrod today. They are not any of the ones that I posted in the pictures above. The pair I received are the correct size (and are from a Studebaker) but the holes and notches are not necessarily in the correct positions to fit as the originals did. However, he sent along some strange shoulder bolts and springs that appear to align everything so that they will work, He also sent all of the necessary sockets, connectors, and springs. I was able to polish the reflectors well enough that I won't need to re-silver them. I spent the afternoon wiring the sockets. As soon as I find some cork strips to make the reflector gaskets from I think I will have a working set of headlights. Thank you to all for your help. It is most appreciated.

Steve

Fantastic.........