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

[Ron F Hinz]

Oh yeah, this alternative is real nice for the very rich.  Only Bob would be
interested at $450.
RonH

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <JVHRoberts@aol.com>
To: <JVHRoberts@aol.com>; <Mikeamauro@aol.com>; <virtualvairs@corvair.org>
Sent: Tuesday, March 30, 2004 10:37 AM
Subject: Re: <VV> "Brite" Bulbs get dim in a hurry


> Ooops.. These guys are:
> http://www.hioutputbulbs.com/
>
>
> In a message dated 3/30/2004 7:26:09 AM Eastern Standard Time, JVHRoberts
writes:
>
> > Yep, there are a couple of alternatives here.
> > 1. 2357. They plug right in, and have brighter brake lights.
> > 2. Turn & Backup Bulbs These guys have halogen 15W/50W 1157
replacements.
> > I've had them in my Z for 4 years now, no problems, and a LOT brighter.
> >
> > In a message dated 3/29/2004 10:46:31 PM Eastern Standard Time,
> > Mikeamauro@aol.com writes:
> > 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
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