True and no were not willing to pay 300 for something like that.
So. I will be sticking to what I can find or replacing with something much
newer if I can't find.
Still got a few sources to check for the Bargman 99 lens.
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Warren
1989 GMC R2500 HD Suburban.
1953 Airstream Cruiser Travel trailer.
Western KY
> I think that part of the problem is that suppliers are afraid to do
> the lenses and lamp holders up right, for they won't go bankrupt on
> our behalf...
> It's expensive to make quality parts in very small numbers. Very
> expensive. Insanely expensive.
> Do we want to pay $ 300 or more for a early 50's rectangular tail
> light? I am guessing it would probably take that amount to be able to
> press a run of a hundred or so, and still make a small profit.
> If we were willing to do that, then I bet suppliers would jump to it
> and start the process...
> But usually we're not. Everybody is looking for a deal, especially
> lately with the economy being a huge challenge.
> Just my 5c, or maybe 2c.
> remember, you get what you pay for, in most instances.
>
> Uwe Salwender
> salwender@sbcglobal.net