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W113 Pagoda SL Group => Electrical and Instruments => Topic started by: Asper on October 01, 2010, 14:02:35

Title: Sealed beam headlamp
Post by: Asper on October 01, 2010, 14:02:35

Being a US model, my car has a sealed beam headlamp. I tried to find a replacement for it today, but it seems difficult in Oslo. According to the local Mercedes dealer, they are no longer able to supply this item. Does anybody know where to get it and what the part number should be?

Kjell

Title: Re: Sealed beam hedlamp
Post by: graphic66 on October 01, 2010, 16:40:56

Just get a set of H4's and some bulbs, I am running the 100/80 H4 bulbs, they are very bright. Here is a link, http://www.busdepot.com/details.jsp?partnumber=0301600118  These were just the first ones I found searching Bosch H4, Hella also makes them as well as chinese knock offs, they fit right in and plug right in, no modifications. Get a spare bulb also just in case.

Title: Re: Sealed beam hedlamp
Post by: Asper on October 02, 2010, 14:01:27

Thanks for your help. I will look for the Bosch unit.
Regards,
Kjell

Title: Re: Sealed beam hedlamp
Post by: Asper on October 02, 2010, 14:19:06

BusDepot ship worldwide, so I just ordered a set of headlights from them. Should take about a week before I get them. Great.
Kjell

Title: Re: Sealed beam hedlamp
Post by: graphic66 on October 02, 2010, 14:27:04

You are really going to like the H4's, the Z beam is great and the side lighting is incredible for spotting deer. If you get the 100/85 watt bulbs you aren't going to believe the light from these. I have had them installed with the stock wiring now for a few years, no problems. Some have recommended installing heavier wiring with heavier relays, but mine have worked fine. You could possibly get even more light though with bigger wires maybe. Although these cars do seem overbuilt in most cases.

Title: Re: Sealed beam hedlamp
Post by: hauser on October 02, 2010, 15:32:38

Quote from: graphic66 on October 01, 2010, 16:40:56

I am running the 100/80 H4 bulbs, they are very bright. 

Did you have to add or change the wiring for the higher wattage bulbs?

Title: Re: Sealed beam hedlamp
Post by: mdsalemi on October 02, 2010, 19:29:28

When increasing the wattage, always a good idea to add a relay to control the new lights.  I would imagine the instructions come with how to do it.  Parts commonly available at most auto parts stores.

Title: Re: Sealed beam hedlamp
Post by: graphic66 on October 02, 2010, 20:24:18

No, I didn't change the wiring, they have worked perfect now for several years. Just plug And play.