CL72 sealed beam headlight problem

[rbaselt]

I replaced the defective original headlight on my CL72 with a sealed beam unit, but now the headlight assembly will not fit into the headlight shell. The 3-wire electrical connector at the rear of the headlight bumps into the upper end of the speedometer cable. I don't see a possible fix for this. Any suggestions? Thanks! --Randall

[eyedragaknee]

It won't fit unless you go to a replaceable H-4 bulb and bend the tabs on the ears of the bulb. That works and you can cut slots in the rubber sealing grommet to bring the tabs out the sides.

You might be able to bend yours, but that is your call.

[LOUD MOUSE]

The answere given will/should work or ya can get another After Market bulb assy which will fit.
Did ya infom the seller?. ...........lm

I replaced the defective original headlight on my CL72 with a sealed beam unit, but now the headlight assembly will not fit into the headlight shell. The 3-wire electrical connector at the rear of the headlight bumps into the upper end of the speedometer cable. I don't see a possible fix for this. Any suggestions? Thanks! --Randall

[rbaselt]

Thanks, guys, bending over the tabs worked. I removed the plastic connector and soldered new connectors onto the 3 wires.