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Old Apr 17, 2026 | 03:35 PM
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Somehow the actuator pin fell out of the headlight bucket. This is the pin that holds the motor arm onto the bucket.. Thankfully I found the pin laying down below the headlight - but the little push-on retainer washer was gone. Amazingly Home Depot bailed me out and these little 3/8 inch E-clips fit nicely with a bit of friction.. Will have to see if this is a permanent fix…


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Next problem - after getting it all together the headlight has excessive play - I tracked it down to this bushing that fits into the end of the motor control arm - I don’t think Home Depot will be able to help me with this one. Is it available?
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Sets are available on ebay including the bolt.
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The little retainer clip was also missing on the other side, but I think the pin stayed in place because the actuator arm had the bushing in it 🙄
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Sets are available on ebay including the bolt.
Well NOW I see how it was supposed to be put together - it looks like someone was in there before me 😡

https://ebay.us/m/ssfuD6
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You can get this pin:
https://www.mcmaster.com/catalog/93890A445

#4-40 screws 1.25" long with lock nuts and a fender washer

then bolt it to the frame to minimize movement:




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