I remember I replaced one a long long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. Are these things still available or is the best bet to get a new headlight motor these days?

 

Yes, they are. I recommend the ones from Rodney Dickman because they are the type that uses the rubber cushion in the gear. Also his gears include the cushion and a special T-brace to keep the box cover in place if (or when) the glue fails.

http://rodneydickman.com/catalog/pro...roducts_id=151

Also available in aluminum.

 

Yes look them up on eBay cheap and easy to do .. Did both my motors years ago never had a problem again.. 99.99% never wears out its always the plastic gear that wears out ...

 

Sig,

The motor works no problem. Just have that grinding noise plus the headlight pops up when I turn on the parking lights. I replaced my passenger side years ago with the brass gear.

Did you replace your entire headlight motor instead of the gear?