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Offline Luigi

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Is this broken?
« on: March 02, 2026, 07:57:49 PM »
Hi everyone,

This could be the first in a new series of Name That Beta Part, but you’ll probably know that this is the underside of a number plate lamp holder.

My question is, is it broken?



Try as I might, the bulb will not stay attached to it so I’ve either got to get creative or find a replacement.

TIA
Rich (aka Luigi - it’s a long story)
1979 Beta Spyder 2000

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Re: Is this broken?
« Reply #1 on: March 03, 2026, 08:43:52 AM »
Yes, there ought to be a tube there with a retaining spring that stops it popping off the bumper. The bulb sits in the tube with a rubber seal around the holder.
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Re: Is this broken?
« Reply #2 on: March 03, 2026, 09:14:40 AM »
I may have one good one spare, is this a black or stainless surround on top?

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Re: Is this broken?
« Reply #3 on: March 03, 2026, 11:18:13 AM »
Stainless on top
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Re: Is this broken?
« Reply #4 on: March 03, 2026, 08:25:07 PM »
Hi

Ok will have a look what I have

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Re: Is this broken?
« Reply #5 on: March 06, 2026, 11:15:23 PM »
Thanks for all your help once again. 
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Re: Is this broken?
« Reply #6 on: March 07, 2026, 02:53:58 PM »
I have found this one it is the earlier version with metal clips, same fitment in the bumper.

Peter
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Re: Is this broken?
« Reply #7 on: March 08, 2026, 11:44:59 AM »
Thanks Peter for showing me what this ‘tube’ should look like 👍
Rich (aka Luigi - it’s a long story)
1979 Beta Spyder 2000