Restoring my 442 and found the dash courtesy light burned[? by someone using wrong type bulb.]This is a 1" x 5" opaque plastic with black surround,black switch and white and orange 1' wire going to black 1" snap in plug. Can't find at Fusicks etc. Any ideas where to find a replacement?Thanks, derek

 

I believe it is a 211 bulb.

 

Thanks, Sorry, I have the right bulb, but need the whole unit as described as the plastic has burned through. Derek

 

I'm not 100 percent sure, but I believe the burnt opaque lense is fairly normal. I have a '68 442 and a '69 442 and both of the lenses in them have that burnt spot where it's closest to the bulb. I don't know of anyone that has or reproduces this item.

 

Well, if that's the case, I'll just carry on and drive with my scorched lens like a badge of honour! derek

 

I surmise that you are talking about the light over the radio, if you call it a 'map light' you will have a more favourable response in your seach to ward off the night...

 

Post a picture of what you need.

 

I know what your talking about. Mine is burnt also, and I've had no joy finding a replacement. I'll try to get a pic and post it.

 

First, don't get your hopes up. Second, I think the map light you're looking for is the same one that fits the 70-72 cutlass. At least it sure looks like it to me from the pic you put in your thread. Take a look at the attached pic. The light is as you described for dimensions and wiring. If its what you need, you bet theres a whole lot of them out there. Used and New. I've seen these go on ebay new in box OEM NOS part for as little as 10 bucks. If you take it out of the dash does it look like the pic I just added?
Check it out and LMK>

 

If anyone finds an LED replacement for that 211 bulb let us know...it will cut down on the heat damage!!!

 

That is indeed the varmint of which I spoke Al ! And they say there's nothing but dumb,garlic chewing Uke's out there in Alberta [ I can say that,cause I are one!] Thanx again Derek...'69 442 post-coupe

 

Like this?

http://www.superbrightleds.com/specs/RL4410-xHP9.htm

 

I puchased one of those LED bulbs. It works, sorta.

It's off rotation 90deg but it sets in tight enough with tension that I think it will be ok.
I don't think it's bright enough. I'm gonna keep looking for a different solution but for now it works, and wont burn up the lens any more.

 

Thanks for that link I think map lights are going to become extinct now that everyone is using GPS...I saw one on a 1915 F**d at the Barrie cruise last Sat...I also see a lot of them on the 401 around Toronto...they are all driving around causing congestion just to see if the darn things work or they are deliberatly trying to get lost..