Vintage Minor Register

Hi Everyone,I need to see what a 1932 and 1934 back of a minor looks like,

There are plenty of pics of these cars but no one seems to photograph the rear end,

i need to configure my rear lights and other things can anyone help?

getiing on well with my restoration and a big thankyou for all who helped before with my questions.

colinjohnson@ntlworld.com

Col

Hi Colin,

Here's a 32/33 saloon rear end showing the original number plate with single TF 201 on the right and a couple of reflectors. You will need two rear lamps to pass the MoT, and many people make up a number plate with two ears - one each side. Does this help at all?

Thanks Ian, 2 ears . do you mean another tf201 on the otherside of the number plate?
Col

Sort of - but I forgot to mention that the 201 is also too small a dia. for the MoT, so you need to fit replacements which are available from Paul Beck, I think. They are similar in design, but have larger lenses.

Yes I know what you mean but who is paul Beck?

Col

OK Ian I have him, many thanks Col

If Paul Beck doesn't have them, then the Complete Automobilist would.

Paul Beck took over The Commplete automobilist some time ago but he keeps both names going from the same address: Crosswinds Happisburgh Norwich NR12 0RX Tel 01692 650084 or 650455. http://www.vintagesupplies.com and http://www.completeautomobilist.com.
It is also worth looking at Stafford Vehicle Components Ltd http://www.s-v-c.co.uk - tel 08456 581 251. I have not used them but they advertise some interesting lamps.
Ken

Thanks Ian and Ken,
I have seen D lamps on some minors and wondered if this was only on 34s or later, that is why i wanted to see a later rear end (sounds awful doesn't it)

Col

Dear Col, The one modification I allow myself when restoring older vehicles are the rear lights. Regular readers will know I have a thing about seeing in the dark and being seen! The original TF 201 can be modified and I have somewhere srew on larger lens, these can still be purchased. Ithink they are inch and a half. However if you can get D lamps and fit brake lights I think you will be better off. May I ask what you will do with your headlights to make them better? Lets lighten up a bit, Highlander.

Hi Highlander,

I don't intend to drive at night all i want to do is pass a MOT when ready If the headlights are not good enough I will have the reflectors resilvered or fit new but Ime a long time of either have to get my engine rebuilt yet

chers Col