Lucas introductions
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Four new products are featured by Joseph Lucas Ltd. at the Motor Show which opened on Wednesday.
The new Lucas Quikafit urn , tized contact-breaker set has been designed as a replacement for the conventional six-piece set and makes fitting easier and quicker. In addition, the Quikafit design gives a more precise make-and-break action and improved ignition performance due to its lightweight, low-inertia construction.
The Handilite inspection lamp has been introduced by Lucas as a general accessory to give a driver a useful light source in emergencies and breakdowns. The light unit itself weighs less than 2oz and is supplied with a 12V, 5W capless bulb and two 6ft lengths of twin-core cable. One length is joined to the small aluminium bulb shield and the extension lead is coupled to it by means of a connector, the other end of this cable being free for connection to a suitable terminal as a permanent fitting. A further extension lead, 18ft long, is available and this will be an advantage for commercial vehicles as it gives a 30k range for the inspection lamp.
The remaining two new products are headlamp light units. One is a quartz-halogen conversion set made in 7in. and 5.75in. forms; the 7in, model has a new double-filament bulb. The other is a rectangular allglass sealed-beam headlamp unit which will be offered by Lucas to vehicle manufacturers.