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Customs Correct 1941 Chevy back up lamp

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by Victor Vasquez 1976, Jun 25, 2024.

  1. Hello can anyone help me out with pictures or info on what is the correct back up lamp for a 1941 Chevy coupe ? Is it stamped with guide or does it not have any stamp on it ? I’ve been hearing that if it’s not stamped with guide then it is correct , I’m confused, any help is greatly appreciated thank you
     
  2. I may be wrong, but I would be surprised if a '41 HAD a back up light!

    Ben
     
  3. 302GMC
    Joined: Dec 15, 2005
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    302GMC
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    from Idaho

    First offered in '38. The '41 is bullet shaped, smaller than a B-31 Guide. I had a picture but can't find it.
     
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  4. 49ratfink
    Joined: Feb 8, 2004
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    49ratfink
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    from California

    this is supposed to be 37 - 41. you can get this lens from Chev's of the 40's

    backup light 2.JPG backup light.JPG
     
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  5. kustomkat1950
    Joined: Sep 18, 2010
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    kustomkat1950
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    from Coastal GA

    I am in the same boat, looking for one as well. and a PASS light, those are the bees knees
     
  6. Clutch2
    Joined: Jun 24, 2024
    Posts: 18

    Clutch2

    These pictures aren’t the best but on my ‘41 , the light is body color except for the bezel which is chrome. I can’t remember if the lens has guide on it. I don’t have a pic of mine but maybe this will help. IMG_4306.png IMG_4307.png
     
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  7. 49ratfink
    Joined: Feb 8, 2004
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    49ratfink
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    from California

    did they have a switch on the dash or was it hooked up to the shift linkage?
    1949 had a device attached to the shift linkage in the engine compartment
     
  8. Clutch2
    Joined: Jun 24, 2024
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    Clutch2

    Mine has what looks like a light switch. One for the heater and one for the light. IMG_4309.png
     
  9. Clutch2
    Joined: Jun 24, 2024
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    Clutch2

    This is not mine but mine looks the same
     
  10. Wow! Factory or just dealer? Car and Truck?

    Ben
     
  11. Clutch2
    Joined: Jun 24, 2024
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    Clutch2

    Mine looks factory on my coupe. I saw what the seller said was an NOS light and he wanted 700.00
     
  12. 302GMC
    Joined: Dec 15, 2005
    Posts: 8,107

    302GMC
    Member
    from Idaho

    ^^^
    Most likely all were dealer installed unless really special display vehicle. Given the volume Chevrolet was producing, ass'y line installation would hold up the process.
    Could have been installed on truck if buyer wanted one; only listed in option folders for pass. car.
     

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