<VV> "Brite" Bulbs get dim in a hurry

[Thomas L. Gwyther]

I use 2357 bulbs they are brighter than the 1157s but they don't burn out
like the ones you mentioned.

Just don't use the long life as they are not as bright

----- Original Message -----
From: "WadeHalsey" <hihal@adelphia.net>
Cc: <virtualvairs@corvair.org>
Sent: Monday, March 29, 2004 8:56 PM
Subject: Re: <VV> "Brite" Bulbs get dim in a hurry


> Mikeamauro@aol.com wrote:
>
> >I've been trying to use the "Brite" tail light bulbs sold to replace a
> >standard 1157.  The Bright bulbs are, no doubt, noticeably brighter than
a standard
> >1157; only problem, the bright bulbs are only lasting a few months in
service.
> > Has anyone had a similar experience with the "Brite" bulbs?  I am having
the
> >same experience with all three Corvairs in which I'm using the bulbs.
> >Sockets, wiring, voltage, all fine....bulbs just blow out wayyyyyyy to
soon.  And a
> >follow up: has anyone else found any other GOOD 1157 substitutes?
> >
> >Thanks in advance, Mike Mauro
> >
>
> I  have been using LED substitutes for the 1157 bulbs for about 6
> months. You have to modify the tail light housing so it isn't a direct
> drop-in. Still, they are brighter, use less current, and last "forever".
>
> Wade Halsey
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