UNIT SEELITE HEADLAMP 6 VOLTS

WC52WC53WC54WC55WC56WC57WC58WC63EARLY MBMBEARLY GPWGPW
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45,22 €
BTW: 7,85 €
SKU:  WOA1033-6VOLT
GTIN (EAN,ISBN): 13A4

WOA1033-6US

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Seelite headlamp unit 6 volt with Corcoran Brown marking

Reproduction of historic WWII headlamp unit

Reproduction of the classic Seelite headlamp unit as originally manufactured by Corcoran Brown for WWII military vehicles. This 6 volt unit combines glass optics with reflector and features the characteristic Corcoran Brown marking on the rear. The unit is of reinforced construction with a nominal rating of 9-14 volts to prevent burn-out during regulator voltage spikes.

Voltage

6 volt (rated 9-14V)

Type

Sealed beam unit with reflector

Marking

Corcoran Brown

Construction

Glass with integrated reflector

Features

  • Reproduction to original Seelite specification
  • Glass optics with reflector
  • Corcoran Brown marking on rear
  • Rating 9-14 volt for protection against voltage spikes
  • Compatible with standard American headlamp holders

★ This reproduction unit offers the authentic appearance of the original Seelite headlamps produced during WWII. The reinforced voltage rating protects against burn-out during voltage spikes from the generator-regulator.

Application

Suitable for WWII military vehicles with 6 volt electrical system using the standard American headlamp holder (WOA5586 compatible). For use in vehicles with original 6V system.

Installation notes

Position the unit in the existing headlamp holder. Ensure correct connection of the wiring. Recommended to replace headlamps in pairs for uniform light output and colour. Check the regulator voltage before putting the unit into service.

Compatibility

For 6 volt systems only. NOT suitable for 12 volt systems without conversion. The unit fits standard American WWII headlamp holders. For vehicles converted to 12 volt, the 12 volt variant is required.

Historical context

Corcoran Brown was during WWII the manufacturer of Seelite-branded headlamps which were fitted as standard to various American military vehicles. The original units often had a characteristic straw-coloured appearance due to the use of wartime substitute reflector materials.

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Restoration part — not a ready-to-fit product

This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.

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COMPATIBLE_MODELS EARLY MB, MB, EARLY GPW, GPW
ALL_CATEGORIES : electricity front dodge

This part fits:

ModelYears
Military jeeps
Willys MB (early)1941, 1942
Willys MB1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Ford GPW (early)1942
Ford GPW1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge
Dodge WC52 weapons carrier (winch)1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge WC53 carryall1942, 1943, 1944
Dodge WC54 ambulance1942, 1943, 1944
Dodge WC55 gun motor carriage1942, 1943
Dodge WC56 command car1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge WC57 command car (winch)1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge WC58 radio command car1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge WC63 6x6 (winch)1943, 1944, 1945

📐 Diagrams & technical drawings

From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)

Ignition system
Ignition system
Page 203–209
Lighting system
Lighting system
Page 221–231