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Re: [VAL] Tail lights on 1953 Ohio Airstream



Hi Warren:

  Are the outlines of the older lights under the round Bargman 99s base 
plates square or rectangular?  I know of some old rectangular lights 
that might have been used in 1953 but am not familiar with any square 
ones.

Fred Coldwell

> I have been doing a little research and looking for parts and am in need of
> a little help.
> 
> Upon removing of the base plates for the Bargman No 99 lights and re
> installation of same plates (they didn't use butyl putty tape for a proper
> water proof seal) I discovered there were square lights on there at one time
> in its life. Previous outline was just visible. I don't know if the outline
> was from the original or replacements used at one time.
> 
> My 1953 Airstream Cruiser currently has the Bargman No. 99 tail lights but I
> have discovered that they may not have use Bargman No. 99 back then.  My No.
> 99 lenses are intact but showing age and are in need of replacement but are
> functional.
> I am having a vary hard time locating Bargman No. 99 lenses.  It seams even
> Vintage trailer supply can no longer get them as well. I am considering
> replacing with something else but want to use something as close to original
> as I can. I am a little confused as to what lights were used back in 1953 by
> Airstream Ohio plant. No. 99 or No. 2 or something else or even a different
> brand all together.
> 
> Does anyone have any information on this? Square, round, flush mount,
> surface mount, brand, model etc....
> 
> That and anyone know of the best place to purchase the entire tail light
> fixture, lens,base,trim etc...
> 
> Thanks.