|
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26
ChatMaster - 7,000
|
OP
ChatMaster - 7,000
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26 |
I recently purchased a directional switch and plastic tail lamp lens for my 32. Both items came from the Filling Station and while I am satisfied with the quality the following may be of interest for anyone considering these items. The plastic lens is of a noticeable color difference from one purchased previously, so if you want them to match you will need to purchase two at the same time so they come from the same batch. Also the universal signal switch described as " six or 12 volt" comes with a 12 volt bulb, it's just dimmer on six volts. It is a very inexpensive well functioning switch but the faint glimmer on the end of the handle could use improving. I plan on replacing the bulb with a 6 volt led.
Steve D
|
|
|
|
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 10,379 Likes: 1
Technical Advisor ChatMaster - 10,000
|
Technical Advisor ChatMaster - 10,000
Joined: Dec 2001
Posts: 10,379 Likes: 1 |
I think it is understood that any new device for your car marked for 6 or 12 volt will require a check of the bulb that is in the device. If you are going to use the item on a 6-volt car, then the bulb should be 6-volt.
RAY Chevradioman http://www.vccacolumbiariverregion.org/1925 Superior K Roadster 1928 Convertible, Sport, Cabriolet 1933 Eagle, Coupe 1941 Master Deluxe 5-Passenger Coupe 1950 Styleline Deluxe 4-Door Sedan 1950 Styleline Deluxe Convertible 2002 Pontiac, Montana, Passenger Van 2014 Impala, 4-Door Sedan, White Diamond, LTZ 2017 Silverado, Double Cab, Z71, 4X4, White, Standard Bed, LTZ If you need a shoulder to cry on, pull off to the side of the road. Death is the number 1 killer in the world.
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26
ChatMaster - 7,000
|
OP
ChatMaster - 7,000
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26 |
I agree it's necessary to check, but just thought that if they ask if it's for six or 12 volt then they would send one with that voltage or indicated that the correct bulb must be purchased separately. There is no voltage specified on the product or packaging (or I failed to see it). Just a catalog note that "comes with 12 volt bulb-if 6 volt desired order separately" would eliminate waiting until you have the part to find out.
Last edited by m006840; 09/08/15 09:56 PM.
Steve D
|
|
|
|
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 3,578
ChatMaster - 3,000
|
ChatMaster - 3,000
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 3,578 |
Steve, I wish you would have asked, many years back I purchased a after market directional signal, which I never used and will not...It is 6v.....
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26
ChatMaster - 7,000
|
OP
ChatMaster - 7,000
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26 |
The universal switch works fine on 6 volts, it's just the indicator 12v bulb that is rather dim. It really is a good switch for around $20.00. You might want to post yours under the parts for sale forum as I am sure someone could use it. Much better than having it just laying around.
Steve D
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26
ChatMaster - 7,000
|
OP
ChatMaster - 7,000
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26 |
My wiring guru built me an LED bulb and now it works great. He managed to get two LED's into the standard bulb base.
Steve D
|
|
|
|
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 3,578
ChatMaster - 3,000
|
ChatMaster - 3,000
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 3,578 |
Glad to hear your problem is solved!
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26
ChatMaster - 7,000
|
OP
ChatMaster - 7,000
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 7,472 Likes: 26 |
I am very fortunate to have a friend that is a wiz with electrical stuff, and almost everything mechanical. While many scour the internet for LED bulbs to fit he simply took two LED's and installed them in the standard bulb base. He retired from a job as a traffic engineer for one of our states larger cites and then worked in a restoration shop. His work is first class in both design and build. He took the elcheapo switch I bought and installed it by solder connecting all the wires (no butt connectors), ran them thru a loom with two wires exiting thru the loom under the dash and by looking at it you would think it was factory installed.
Steve D
|
|
|
|
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 29,847
Tech Advisor ChatMaster - 25,000
|
Tech Advisor ChatMaster - 25,000
Joined: Nov 2001
Posts: 29,847 |
The Mangy Old Mutt
"If It's Not Junk.....It's Not Treasure!"
|
|
|
|
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 3,578
ChatMaster - 3,000
|
ChatMaster - 3,000
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 3,578 |
Steve many years ago I purchased tail light sockets from COT40s with 2 bulbs soldered in..I never used them,found original ones
|
|
|
|
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 1,381
ChatMaster - 1,000
|
ChatMaster - 1,000
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 1,381 |
In electrical-6v forum, someone listed a source for 6v LED bulbs for tail lights.
|
|
|
Forums58
Topics59,071
Posts429,057
Members18,308
|
Most Online1,133 Jan 22nd, 2020
|
|
|
|