Whelen 5200 PAGL - KSP Light

[i_b_laxin]

Hi everyone; I purchased this jewel this afternoon and I need help reviving it back to life. I have the gasket and locking ring, however. I need assistance with locating two takedown lights!!! All assistance is appreciated!

 

[kerry4951]

You are a lucky fellow. They are very rare and very much sought after. Great catch!!
I suspect finding those take down lights will be a difficult task as from what I hear they are very rare also.

 

[i_b_laxin]

Thanks Brother! Hopefully by everyone from the group keeping an eye out, we can get [her] breathing again.

 

[kitn1mcc]

WOW. i think it took the same light as the early 9000 takedowns

 

[i_b_laxin]

WOW. i think it took the same light as the early 9000 takedowns

That's a breath of fresh air. I'm not familiar with the 9000 takedowns but I'm willing to give them a try.

 

[lineman49]

Congratulations !!! NICE FIND !!! You know... These don't come along every day.

 

[i_b_laxin]

Thanks! I hope to get it back 10-8 very soon.

 

[lotsofbars]

Wow, what a find! One of the rarest and most sought-after collector's pieces out there! Fortunately for you, it shouldn't be nearly as difficult to find the takedowns as it is to find the light itself. I suggest contacting Whelen directly and asking them if they have any information on the light.

 

[i_b_laxin]

Thanks Sir. I will send Whelen a pic of the light in its current condition and see if they will help bring it back to life.

 

[shues]

Congratulations! You've been searching for six years or so. Your original thread on this beacon is where I learned about its existence, and its rarity: http://elightbars.org/forums/threads/whelen-5200-pa-or-5200-pagl-strobe-ii.5132/

 

[dmathieu]

Those takedowns sure look similar in size to the 400 series lights. It might be worth getting some measurements.

 

[shues]

Those takedowns sure look similar in size to the 400 series lights. It might be worth getting some measurements.

I was thinking along the same lines. They might fit the DashFlasher halogens.

 

[i_b_laxin]

Congratulations! You've been searching for six years or so. Your original thread on this beacon is where I learned about its existence, and its rarity: http://elightbars.org/forums/threads/whelen-5200-pa-or-5200-pagl-strobe-ii.5132/

You are right, lol. This is a prime example of how rare this beacon is. Good Grief, I better take out some insurance on it. lol...

 

[i_b_laxin]

Those takedowns sure look similar in size to the 400 series lights. It might be worth getting some measurements.

 

[i_b_laxin]

I was thinking along the same lines. They might fit the DashFlasher halogens.

 

[JohnMarcson]

I have some takedowns, no lenses.... but micromax lenses are what it took I think

 

[i_b_laxin]

I have some takedowns, no lenses.... but micromax lenses are what it took I think

Thanks, John. Much appreciated.

 

[Maxim2Eng]

Welcome to eLB, i_b! Like all said, excellent score! I was born & raised in Louisville and remember when KSP went to the "Darth Vader" light. Good luck on the resto...you've come to the right place!

 

[kitn1mcc]

looks to be the same size as the Solo strobe

 

[dmathieu]

I agree, Based on the measurements Micro Max halogen with non fluted clear lens is probably what you need. Same as DashFlasher series.

 

[dmathieu]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Whelen-...649835?hash=item58e34dd0eb:g:qJMAAOSwbwlXCVUX

 

[894]

YUP!!!

 

[Mars Light]

Very nice find. Love his nick name: Darth Vader...

 

[dmathieu]

By the way, the clear non fluted lens would be found on ebay, or through Whelen under aircraft lighting, if available.

 

[i_b_laxin]

By the way, the clear non fluted lens would be found on ebay, or through Whelen under aircraft lighting, if available.

Thanks Sir. I'm looking now!

 

[ford-dealer]

The takedowns are in fact the same standard 3x4 (Micro-MaxBeam) light used as alley lights in the Edge 9000 series. Keep in mind that you will also want to acquire some little springs to go around the takedown light mounting screws. The springs will suspend the lights away from the housing itself, allowing for vertical and horizontal "Aiming Adjustment".

 

[i_b_laxin]

Great info! Thanks Sir.

 

[StEaLtH2]

Cant wait to see some pics when its complete. Including on the 86 Crown Vic from your original want ad. I'd wire a headlight flasher into her, make it over the top fancy!

 

[i_b_laxin]

Sir, Thanks! I have some parts coming for the takedowns. Hopefully, they will look as close to the original takedowns and ready to mount. I'll post pics real soon!