e-code Headlight Source
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I believe the OP is referring to the Euro-code headlamps versus the DOT code.
Back when I had a classic Porsche and VW habit, it was common to switch from the 7" Hella headlamps (DOT code) to the Cibie (Euro code) versions. The latter gave a more distinct beam cut-off pattern. The light intensity was also more focused in the middle. I recollect there are differences in the internal reflector assembly to create the beam differences. For the side marker lamps, there may also be lense color differences such amber versus clear.
Best route is to get one from a European Ebay site where LHD headlight assemblies are available (though not from the UK as it is RHD).
Back when I had a classic Porsche and VW habit, it was common to switch from the 7" Hella headlamps (DOT code) to the Cibie (Euro code) versions. The latter gave a more distinct beam cut-off pattern. The light intensity was also more focused in the middle. I recollect there are differences in the internal reflector assembly to create the beam differences. For the side marker lamps, there may also be lense color differences such amber versus clear.
Best route is to get one from a European Ebay site where LHD headlight assemblies are available (though not from the UK as it is RHD).
Last edited by acg; 10-08-2022 at 07:24 PM.
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longtallsally (10-08-2022)
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Headlights in Europe have to have an asymmetric pattern by law, meaning that the driver's side headlight projection is narrower or more directed to the center than the passenger's side headlight. Driving on two lane roads at night is not as annoying, since oncoming cars don't blind you too much.
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acg (10-09-2022)
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