Headlamp adjustment for right-hand traffic.
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Headlamp adjustment for right-hand traffic.
I'm planning a trip to Germany later this month. I think I've got everything in place.
The only thing I'm not sure about is the headlamps. Obviously I need to adjust them for right-hand traffic but I'm not sure how to do this.
Is there an inbuilt adjuster on Cav headlights or will I have to get some stick on adjusters like these?
http://www.halfords.com/motoring/travel ... converters
The only thing I'm not sure about is the headlamps. Obviously I need to adjust them for right-hand traffic but I'm not sure how to do this.
Is there an inbuilt adjuster on Cav headlights or will I have to get some stick on adjusters like these?
http://www.halfords.com/motoring/travel ... converters
Re: Headlamp adjustment for right-hand traffic.
With standard headlamps, you need stick on beam adjusters.
Only Angel Eyes have the option to change beam alignment
Only Angel Eyes have the option to change beam alignment
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Re: Headlamp adjustment for right-hand traffic.
Ah, I thought as much. Will any stick on adjuster work?
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Re: Headlamp adjustment for right-hand traffic.
Knowing you James, I'm surprised you haven't bought a set of Vectra A headlamps from Europe and just swapped them over.
Previous:
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China Blue 1989 Vauxhall Cavalier L 18SV
Kings Blue 1992 Vauxhall Cavalier LSi Auto C18NZ
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Re: Headlamp adjustment for right-hand traffic.
Now there's a thought.
Re: Headlamp adjustment for right-hand traffic.
I've always used the stick on adjusters and find they work well although I do make sure the headlight wipers are disabled!
Alan
Alan
Re: Headlamp adjustment for right-hand traffic.
Yep - I have used stick on "beam benders" in the past to moderate effect.
Although apart from a few Calais trips in the late 90's, I cannot proclaim to much Euro driving experience... hic!
Although apart from a few Calais trips in the late 90's, I cannot proclaim to much Euro driving experience... hic!
Re: Headlamp adjustment for right-hand traffic.
Lovely roads through France, most memorable journey was when we were following a Jag, mile after mile at 90-100 (just over 3k on the rev counter)
I think the driver was surprised by the old Cavalier!
Alan
I think the driver was surprised by the old Cavalier!
Alan
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Re: Headlamp adjustment for right-hand traffic.
Yep, the stick on one's from Halfraud work just fine - it's what I've always used on past jaunts across to Europe. Be aware of the enviromental zones in German that may apply to you - you have to buy a sticker for your car...https://www.green-zones.eu/en.html