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Old Aug 30, 2003 | 03:15 PM
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Spoiler Brake Lights

I have to replace my brake lights in my spoiler - except I found out the were $10 (Canadian) each!!!

What other cars used these lights (So I can search at the wreckers for them)?
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Old Aug 30, 2003 | 03:26 PM
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If you have Radio Shack Stores, buy the Halogen lights there.
Take a sample with you . Cost $1.97 in the states.
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Old Aug 30, 2003 | 04:20 PM
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What are the wattage of these bulbs?

I was at Lowes and saw they had them there too, but they had 2 different kind. I think they were 10 or 20 Watts.

I wasn't sure what the original bulb was, so I didn't get any.

I think they were only a couple bucks there too.
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Old Aug 30, 2003 | 04:49 PM
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Radio Shack package has this:
Bi-Pin base
12-V DC 20 Watts Halogen
Ideal for Automotive use.
$1.97 ea + tax
Sure beats GM dealer's price of $15.00 and it is a direct replacment. I keep two extra ones now as spares since they are so cheap.
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Old Aug 31, 2003 | 12:26 AM
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I tried 3 of those 10 watt halogens.There very bright & get VERY hot.It warped the lens on my 3rd brk light.So i used a 194 style bulb.Just pulled back the 2 little metal prongs(see pic)& use a peice of shrink so that it overlaps the bottom of bulb the plastic socket on the light housing.This will hold the bulb a little better so it doesnt fall off.Works very well although occasionally the bulb will work itself out & stop working.I may solder the prongs for better retention..

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