MGA windscreen frame mounted side mirror

22 September, 2025

Adding a Desmo over-taking mirror to the windscreen frame without drilling or the aid of any additional brackets. A neat solution for mounting a rearview mirror on a MGA roadster When MG unveiled the MGA in 1955, it was nothing short of a revolution. Out went the MG...

Fitting door mirrors to a Ford Popular 103E

5 July, 2025

An easy upgrade without drilling bodywork panels An alternative solution to mirror mounting The Ford Popular 103E and 104E (1953 to 1959) was a budget car sold by Ford to fill the void of affordable cars in post-war Britain. Using a de-chromed body from the...

Fitting a new boot lid handle to a Ford 105E

4 June, 2025

Fitting a new boot lid (trunk) T-handle to a Ford Anglia 105E, using 100E parts Replacing the T-shaped locking handle If you need to replace the boot lid handle on a Ford Anglia 105E due to lock failure, breakage, or wear, the good news is that it is not a difficult...

Fixing locks, hinges and catches on vintage cars

24 January, 2023

The repair and adjustment of vintage car door locks, bonnet fasteners, vents and other bodywork fittings. Time to fix those loose or damaged fittings on your pride and joy! Apart from appearance, badly worn fittings cause annoying rattles and squeaks and can be...

Bright self-flashing LED upgrade for trafficators

5 December, 2022

Classic Bulbs has developed two new LED festoon lamps designed for use in “pop-up” semaphore ‘Trafficators’ such as the Lucas SE100/SF80 unit.  These LED lights are 36mm long with 8mm caps and slimline electronics featuring three very bright 5730 SMD LEDs...