How I made headlight buckets to fit Beetle headlamps on my 39 Hudson. @ratrodsafrica
How I made headlight buckets to fit Beetle headlamps on my 39 Hudson.  @ratrodsafrica
Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
I decided to fit early 60's VW Beetle headlights on the 1939 Hudson Rat Rod/Hot Rod. We look at everything that is involved to make it work. From determining the correct installation angle and making simple headlight buckets from scratch, to manipulating old steel to make for a decent fit.

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How I made headlight buckets to fit Beetle headlamps on my 39 Hudson.

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