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Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 19th, '21, 06:47
by John Nardi
Hi all....Got the replacement lenses for the Original Bow light fixture from Danny at Hightide Marine....Cost $39.80 a piece!! Call Dannt @ 305 743 0269....John

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 19th, '21, 09:15
by Rawleigh
Great info! Thanks.

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 19th, '21, 10:19
by THESALTYSATO
Thanks for the information
I called and left a message this morning to order a set as mine are almost clear- not much color especially the red.
really appreciate the post

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 19th, '21, 16:15
by bob lico
good post i think high tide marine is the only place in the world to get those devils.

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 19th, '21, 16:54
by EarleyBird
Check your spring loaded sockets where the bulbs are placed. There is also a thin brass plate that rests in the bottom of the light fixture. Mine were corroded compromising the spring and ability for bulb to light. Danny had to ordered them. Took a while, but he has now sent me two. EarleyBird 😜

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 19th, '21, 17:07
by EarleyBird
Here is a picture of the pair. EarleyBird 😄

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Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 20th, '21, 14:04
by ktm_2000
similar topic but different missing item - any source for the cap which goes on top of the light?

one of the cap's has been missing since I bought the boat many years ago
https://photos.app.goo.gl/jd5CpgTjwg2tPQMk6

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 20th, '21, 15:57
by EarleyBird
My running lights have a very similar fixture, except the top plate port or starboard unscrews. Never saw one with just a cap for bulb replacement. Again try Danny at High Tide Marine, he might know. EarleyBird 😜

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 20th, '21, 20:57
by Tony Meola
I believe that is a real early model bow chock.

I would keep an eye on ebay. Every once in while a used bow chock pops up. Just buy one get it re-chromed and put it on.

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 21st, '21, 08:59
by Rawleigh
Mine has the top cap, but I believe some have used the pop in filler plugs used on stainless steel sinks, if you can find the right size.

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: Apr 21st, '21, 21:15
by Tony Meola
Rawleigh

You are right. In fact I think Capt. Pat was the one that suggested to use the cap.

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: May 2nd, '21, 22:48
by Tony Meola
I just ordered the replacement lens from Danny at high tide. The light sockets with the brass plate are no longer available from Danny.

Perko does have a socket with a brass plate, but it is slightly different from the one Danny had. I ask a local dealer to try and get me a set. I will let everyone know how that works out.

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: May 3rd, '21, 09:00
by Rawleigh
Thanks Tony!

Re: Replacement Lenses for Original Bow Running Lights

Posted: May 3rd, '21, 20:32
by Tony Meola
Well, the Store called me today and told me they could get them. But it is a 4 t 6 week wait. So it is evident that Perko does not stock them.