12v cig lighter to hella socket ideas?

[berni109]

I have a 30mm hole that used to hold a standard 12v cigarette lighter socket and want to fit a 12v hella socket that has a 18mm thread and retaining nut.

Before I start butchering the old socket and fit this inside it some way any other ideas please.

 

[Lenny HB]

Fit it in a CBE blanking plate and surround.

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Suppliers of high quality electrical parts, components & accessories for campervans, motorhomes, boats & off-grid applications.

www.12voltplanet.co.uk

 

[David and Sally]

Plastic water pipe sleeve 18 to 30mm. Might need a plastic collar or washer behind the new socket’s head too.

 

[berni109]

Thanks for the suggestions.
The magic search term needed was 'panel mount' ebay to the rescue for £6.
12v planet were cheaper but the postage cost killed it.