Hi Phil and thanks sending me the recent info about the 'Mag-Lite® C & D Cell Flashlights Repair Manual' now found at manualslib.com. This PDF is very useful..
Finding this type of OEM repair info on the Internet is often difficult since some 3rd party Internet search engines restrict and re-prioritize search results solely to benefit that company's corporate profits.
It amazes me how much interesting Internet info is restricted and hidden by large search engine companies in their blind attempts to increase profits by restricting search results.
I've recently acquired a Maglite from my Grandma. I've seen it in her house for years on top of the China cabinet, and she finally let me take it home since she thinks it's useless. The Maglite still works, it takes two C-Cell batteries, and it even has it's spare lightbulb in the cap completely untouched. But I want to know specifically how old it might be, since she says she doesn't remember buying it, and that my Grandpa actually took it from an old job he used to work at years ago.
Here's some pictures.
https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachmen..0193/image.jpg
https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachmen..8090/image.jpg
I've noticed it doesn't have that strange logo on it next to the word 'Maglite', and California is shortened to 'Calif.' on it instead of 'CA'. The serial number on the side also doesn't have any letters in it.
Does anyone have any idea exactly how old this model might be? And is it at all possible for me to find new parts for it, like a brighter lightbulb?
Maglite D-cell Switch Replacement
I have a three D cell light with a serial number 31912780 with the 'patented made in u.s.a.' Looking for advice on switch replacement. Old switch out, had metal screw-in ring. Thanks DD Douglas. Maglite date of manuf. & serial numbers If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. Complete Tailcap Assembly for D Cell Maglite Flashlights that begin with a 'D' in the serial number that contain a flange base bulb. Includes the following parts: Tailcap 201-191. Tailcap O-Ring 108-207 Lamp Protector 108-037. Battery Spring 108-032.Available in black body color only.This is for the flange style bulb only! (201-191) for new model D-cell, corresponding with D-cell flashlight where the serial number starts with a D utside diameter 39 mm RCM109.456 tailcap for Maglite D-Cell & MCH 109-000-456 tailcap for Maglite D-Cell & MCH 109-000-456. It sounds like you may be using the incorrect replacement lamp for your flashlight. https://amlidoere.tistory.com/4. D & C Cell Mag-Lite® flashlights have different numbers of batteries or cells and therefore operate at different voltages, so each size Maglite® flashlight needs its own unique lamp size.