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Guys,
My Headlight on my 316 blew. Went and got a replacement for it but it does not seem to fit. I can't remember the model number nbut i know for sure it is the right one. DO you have to modify the metal surrounding the lamp or what? It is a single headlight setup.

Thanks in advance.


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Are the single lamp units the same as mk1 golf?
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No. But it can be modified to fit.
Diameter of the lamps are the same. Lamp suports must be modified.
Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car. Oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car.
Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall. Torque is how far you take the wall with you.
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okay but what about the lightbulb any takers?
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Not sure I get your question? But the E21 and mk1 golf both use an H4 bulb
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bulb is the same H4 unit
Understeer is when you hit the wall with the front of the car. Oversteer is when you hit the wall with the rear of the car.
Horsepower is how fast you hit the wall. Torque is how far you take the wall with you.
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Push and twist. Might need to be quite forceful!
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Okay, I had the wrong bulb to hand.
Anyone had any joy with with Osram Silverstars>?

http://www.carbulbsdirect.com/product/o ... -two-bulbs
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