HARNESS BLACKOUT LAMP LEFT
WOA1439
Wiring Harness Blackout Lamp Left
For blackout driving light on left wing
Wiring harness for connecting the blackout driving light on the left wing. This wiring connects the blackout driving lamp to the switch on the dashboard and forms part of the 6-volt electrical system for night-time convoy operations.
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Voltage 6 volt |
Mounting Left wing |
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Function Blackout driving light |
Connection type Connector with braided wire |
Features
- Mounting for blackout driving light on left wing
- 6-volt version
- Connector for lamp unit to switch
- Braided wire according to original specification
- Complete with connecting terminals
★ Reproduction according to original specifications for correct restoration of the blackout lighting system.
Application
This wiring harness is specifically designed for connecting the blackout driving light mounted on the left wing. The blackout driving lamp was used during WWII in night-time operations to minimise detection by the enemy whilst allowing the driver to maintain sufficient visibility to drive in convoy.
Installation notes
The wiring harness runs from the blackout lamp on the left wing, through the wing, to the switch on the dashboard. Ensure that the wire does not run against sharp edges. The connector is connected to the blackout lamp unit, the other end to the blackout switch beneath the dashboard. The wiring forms part of the complete 6-volt lighting system.
Compatibility
This wiring harness is developed for 6-volt systems as originally applied during WWII. For vehicles converted to 12-volt, modification of the blackout lamp itself is necessary (12-volt lamp unit or resistor). The mounting method remains the same, but the voltage must be correct to prevent damage.
Historical context
The blackout driving light was mandatory on all American military vehicles during WWII and was mounted on the left wing. The system employed a shielded lamp that produced only a narrow horizontal beam of light, sufficient to illuminate objects in front of the vehicle without being visible from a great distance.
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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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This part fits:
| Model | Years |
|---|---|
| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |