Upgrading lights
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On The Tree
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From: Atlanta, GA
Upgrading lights I have a fog light out on one side of the 'bird and and DRL out on the other. I bought the car in June so I have no idea how old the fogs are, however I JUST had the DRL replaced a month ago. Any reason for it blowing so quickly? Also, can the same process for de-clouding lights be used for the DRL covers?
My second question: What are some good bulbs to upgrade the fogs to? Since one went out, I figured I would replace/upgrade both to some better quality bulbs.
My second question: What are some good bulbs to upgrade the fogs to? Since one went out, I figured I would replace/upgrade both to some better quality bulbs.
Very common - check for a cracked DRL lens. Press on the front with your finger, which may expose any cracks. Also look inside for water. When water touches the hot bulb, it will pop. You can drill a weep hole in the bottom, which will help until you can get a new lens.
IMO - Buy a cheap bulb for the fogs and replace more often. You'll end up spending less money that way.
IMO - Buy a cheap bulb for the fogs and replace more often. You'll end up spending less money that way.
Teching In
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From: Seattle
Very common - check for a cracked DRL lens. Press on the front with your finger, which may expose any cracks. Also look inside for water. When water touches the hot bulb, it will pop. You can drill a weep hole in the bottom, which will help until you can get a new lens.
IMO - Buy a cheap bulb for the fogs and replace more often. You'll end up spending less money that way.
IMO - Buy a cheap bulb for the fogs and replace more often. You'll end up spending less money that way.
Maybe. Any sign of water in there? The sockets are probably burnt, which is normal. Any sign of corrosion on the terminals? (There are replacement seals for the sockets, etc. available if needed.)
Also - yes - you can polish the lenses to make them look like new again. Mine have cracked before I've had to do this!
Also - yes - you can polish the lenses to make them look like new again. Mine have cracked before I've had to do this!
Staging Lane
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