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Old Jan 5, 2005 | 01:55 PM
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I couldnt find a link but have access to the supplier, they are 19.95 each,they are 10watt/55wattbrake, you need 3/8 inch clearance around the bulb for no problems with heat.They are the brightest bulb made for this purpose.I will try and get a pic of mine ,but I dont know how it will turn out.They are awesome.If you want some I can get them for you.
9.95 each not 19.95,I use the bubble tailight lenses,all 4 for tail/brake.
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Old Jan 5, 2005 | 06:17 PM
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Are you still using the stock wiring Mike? I was thinking of converting to 4 brake lights. I have the bubbles too now in the back.

I'll email you.
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Old Jan 5, 2005 | 06:41 PM
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Are you still using the stock wiring Mike? I was thinking of converting to 4 brake lights. I have the bubbles too now in the back.

I'll email you.
pretty much the same wiring,had to change back up lights to tail/brake sockets and wire with the outer two.I like 4 lights way better.
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Old Jan 5, 2005 | 08:25 PM
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Originally Posted by vetteaddic
I bought some led 1157s at a car show thinkinking the"ll be bright,paid 20 something a peice,put them on and not as bright,wouldnt even flash so they just sit in my tool box
See my post earlier - I gave mine away.
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Old Jan 5, 2005 | 10:30 PM
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Originally Posted by big632
pretty much the same wiring,had to change back up lights to tail/brake sockets and wire with the outer two.I like 4 lights way better.

Using anything for reverse lights?
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Old Jan 6, 2005 | 11:39 AM
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I hooked up to of the little bolt led lights..the blue ones above my licsence plate frame..working on mod for a row of 9-12 white leds either above or below or both for some back illumination..in Texas you do not need back up lights for state inspections. So big..the lights are 9.95 apiece??? I will need 4 then..let me know..thanks Joe!
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