111-941-147 Headlight Adjuster Bracket Rubber Mount - VW Beetle & Bus

VW Headlight Adjusting Bracket Rubber Mount – 111-941-147

Restore the stability of your early-style "sloping" headlights with this Headlight Adjusting Bracket Rubber Mount. Unlike later assemblies, the pre-1967 lighting units rely on these specific rubber mounts to isolate and secure the metal adjusting bracket to the headlight assembly. By providing a cushioned but firm mounting point, they allow the adjusting screws to pivot the reflector accurately without metal-on-metal vibration or loose movement.

Over time, moisture and road grime trapped inside the headlight bucket cause these small rubber components to disintegrate. When they fail, the headlight reflector will rattle within the housing, making it impossible to maintain a steady beam pattern. These rubber mounts are essential "while-you're-in-there" replacement whenever you are refurbishing original Hella or Bosch sloping headlight units (Does also fit aftermarket head light units).

Detailed Vehicle Compatibility

This rubber mount is specific to early sloping headlight assemblies and fits the following models continuously across these years:

VW Beetle (Standard):

• 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966

VW Bus (Type 2):

• 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967

Product Highlights & Features

• Bracket Isolation: Specifically designed to mount the headlight adjusting bracket to the assembly, providing vibration dampening for the reflector.

• Preserves Aiming Accuracy: Ensures the adjusting screws have a stable base to pull against, preventing the headlights from drifting out of alignment.

• OEM Material Quality: Molded from heavy-duty EPDM rubber for resistance to the heat and ozone common inside headlight buckets.

• Complete Refresh: Replacing these mounts eliminates the annoying "headlight flicker" caused by loose internal hardware.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 111-941-147

• Application: Headlight Adjusting Bracket to Assembly

• Material: Molded Black Rubber

• Quantity: Typically sold as a set of 6 (enough for one complete headlight)

Installation & Maintenance Tips

• Clean the Bracket: Before pressing the new rubber mounts into place, ensure the metal bracket is free of rust and old rubber debris. A clean surface prevents the new rubber from being sliced by jagged metal edges.

• Soapy Water Trick: Use a tiny amount of soapy water to help the rubber "t-mounts" slide into the bracket holes. Avoid using oil-based lubricants, as these can degrade the rubber over time.

• Check the Drain Holes: While the headlight assembly is apart, ensure the headlight bucket drain tube (111-941-187) is clear. Standing water in the bucket is the primary reason these rubber mounts fail prematurely.