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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 09:05 AM
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Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

On my 1989 Convertible, it looks like I have 5 bulbs. All are burnt out. Took apart the assembly. It was if never apart in 30 years.

Anyways, looks like bulbs are marked "CE" "89180"

I cannot find a cross reference or source. Any thoughts from those who have replaced on their 1989 era ASC Convertible?
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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 11:13 AM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

Do the same search, but look for 3rd brake light bulbs for an 89 Iroc hardtop.
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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 03:19 PM
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If the bulbs look anything like this, your best bet would be rock auto where I got these. They’re getting harder to find now but may still be found in your local auto parts stores
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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 03:40 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

Lon at TDS has what you are looking for.
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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 11:54 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

Those things get damn hot, theyre pricey too.I gutted mine due to warpage.
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Old Jul 5, 2019 | 07:44 AM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/auto...-makeover.html

Here is a link to the thread with the bulbs I used. They were cheap and got all the bulbs in one pack. LED to boot so the heat won't melt the socket.
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Old Jul 5, 2019 | 10:31 AM
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Car: 89 GTA ASC Conv., Prev: 89 GTA 6.3L
Engine: 5.7L L98 TPI
Transmission: 700r4 Automatic
Axle/Gears: 3.27:1 w/ JG1 Options:B2L, N10, U1A
Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

Thanks. 891 Wagner Bulbs are still available. That's the right part number, as the ASC Convertible, at least in 1989, uses a 5 bulb fixture from the 1989 Camaro.

Appreciate the info posted here.
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Old Jul 5, 2019 | 12:32 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

I sell them in both 10 watt and 20 watt flavor on my web site. Some have complained of warpage due to the heat of the 20W, but they are riding their brakes a lot. That's why I started selling the 10W as an alternative. Personally I haven't experienced an issue using the 20W. However my Camaro convertible has been converted a T5 and I'll put it in neutral at a stop and if it's level ground I'm also of the brake.

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Old Jul 6, 2019 | 07:47 AM
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Car: 89 GTA ASC Conv., Prev: 89 GTA 6.3L
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

Thanks, Lon.

Auto parts stores wanted $11.00/each + tax for the 891 bulbs, if you could even find them
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Old Jul 11, 2019 | 07:30 PM
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Car: 89 GTA ASC Conv., Prev: 89 GTA 6.3L
Engine: 5.7L L98 TPI
Transmission: 700r4 Automatic
Axle/Gears: 3.27:1 w/ JG1 Options:B2L, N10, U1A
Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

Seems it's a bigger issue than just the bulbs...

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/elec...ml#post6313708

Any help or insight, appreciated. TIA.
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Old Jul 12, 2019 | 11:39 AM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

I used a red LED strip instead. The bulbs were way to pricey and hard to come by, and the LED strip was $20 for a pair. Took all of 5 min to rig up in place and wire into the system, and is much brighter than the bulbs would have been. Been working flawlessly ever since.
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Old Jul 31, 2019 | 07:31 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

Thanks. Turned out it was the contacts on the hinge not making contact with the lower pad on one side. The one pin is wonky and needed to replace the part. Bulbs were fine.
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Old Aug 23, 2019 | 03:25 AM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

Originally Posted by 1983Chimaera
I used a red LED strip instead. The bulbs were way to pricey and hard to come by, and the LED strip was $20 for a pair. Took all of 5 min to rig up in place and wire into the system, and is much brighter than the bulbs would have been. Been working flawlessly ever since.

hOW ABOUT A PART NUMBER AND SOURCE? Thanks.
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Old Aug 28, 2019 | 04:40 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

I received my bulbs today. I installed the 10 watt versions. Fit perfect.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JZ3SLVC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JZ3SLVC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Old Nov 18, 2019 | 02:02 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

I bought replacements halogens from Menards. They were in a pack of 5 if I remember correctly. They were available in 10 or 20 watts. I put the 10 watt bulbs in. I hope that helps.
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Old Nov 18, 2019 | 06:16 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

These were expensive little bastards back when they were new cars. I recall the list price at the GM dealer being $15.
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Old Nov 19, 2019 | 06:42 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

The dealer is always overpriced on a lot of the little things. I checked at the local dealer shortly after I purchased my convertible and the price was way our of line. I searched else where and menards had them.
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Old Jun 27, 2022 | 01:24 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

Originally Posted by Richardman1992


If the bulbs look anything like this, your best bet would be rock auto where I got these. They’re getting harder to find now but may still be found in your local auto parts stores
thank you for the info!!! i looked high and low and could not find them. NAPA had them in stock in Canada 06/27/2022 for $8CAN each.
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Old Jun 27, 2022 | 02:57 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

rockauto has them starting at $1.51 each, shipping to S Utah, vis USPS $ 3.99
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Old Jun 30, 2022 | 10:13 PM
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Re: Source for third brake light bulbs? 1989 Convertible

I replaced them in my ‘88 a few tears ago and just today replaced them in my ‘89 I picked up a few weeks ago. I got them from Amazon. The pins need to be slightly bent out to match the light sockets tho.

RAYHOO 10pcs G4 LED Bulbs JC Bi-Pin Base Lights 1.5W AC/DC 12V 10W-20W T3 Halogen Bulb Replacement Landscape Bulbs (Warm White 3000K)

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