Dim brake/signal lights
May 29th, 2009, 05:53 AM
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Dim brake/signal lights
On the 69 Cutlass it has been noted that the brake lights are quite dim. Not sure if anyone else has had this problem, seems like lenses are discolored or foggy?
Any suggestions to clean them, or a source of new aftermarket lenses?
There is no issue with the blub brightness itself.
Any suggestions to clean them, or a source of new aftermarket lenses?
There is no issue with the blub brightness itself.
May 29th, 2009, 07:17 AM
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I find that Wenol metal polish in the red tube cleans up plastic to make like new. Use on the inside and outside and they will look like new. Also check the contacts and grounds on your light sockets.
May 29th, 2009, 07:54 AM
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If you have 12V to the bulbs with engine off, then the electrical part should be okay. When running, 13.5V is typical.
Many times the white or silver reflectors behind the colored lenses get dirty or rusty. I had to repaint some before...
Sometimes the lenses are dirty on the inside, too.
Many times the white or silver reflectors behind the colored lenses get dirty or rusty. I had to repaint some before...
Sometimes the lenses are dirty on the inside, too.
May 29th, 2009, 10:10 AM
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