<VV> <dim dash lights>

[BBRT]

John, That is great!  Thanks for the info.  Sounds like the way to go to 
solve the dim dash light issue.

Chuck S

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <Lanning14 at aol.com>
Subject: Re: <VV> <dim dash lights>


> Some weeks ago I offered to evaluate LED bulbs in the instrument  cluster 
> for
> improved brightness. After discussing this issue with several  bulb 
> suppliers
> and trying an assortment of LED bulbs, here's the low down.
>
> First everyone should know that it's OK to use a dimmer (rheostat) on  LED
> lights. >
> Monza and Corsa instrument panels use up to three different bulbs  (1816 
> in
> the instruments, 1445 in directional signal indicator and headlight  high 
> beam
> indicator and 1895 in temp-oil pressure indicator and  gen-fan indicator.
>
> Based on my evaluation, LEDlight.com supplies a #34442 LED bulb (772  mW)
> with a BA9s base and 6 LED's. Order the bulb in Super White although  the 
> colored
> bulbs could probably be used for effect. This bulb  produces low heat and
> each bulb cost $4.99. >
> I hope this helps those looking for brighter dash lights. A follow up can 
> be
> expected on the 1156/1157 matter.
>
> John Lanning