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Old 01-13-2018, 11:48 PM
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Originally Posted by green_eyed_lady View Post
IIRC, there is a reverse light upgrade, I think? Can't remember the specifics...

I have been using the "brite bulbs" from Ron Francis Wire Works exclusively. These were developed for early street rods to give maximum visibility with their small stock tail lights.

I use their B-1015 bulbs in my backup lights and rear turn signals.
http://www.ronfrancis.com/prodinfo.asp?number=B-1015

These are rated at 50 candlepower. Normal auto parts bulbs are rated at 21 candlepower.


I use their B-1077 bulbs in my brake/tail lights and front clear turn signals. They are rated at 50 candlepower for brake and 14 candlepower for tail lights, while normal Auto parts bulbs are rated at only 32 candlepower for brake and only 3 candlepower for tail lights. They also have the B-1077A amber bulbs for your USDM front turn signals.

http://www.ronfrancis.com/prodinfo.asp?number=B-1077


With these bulbs my normal tail lights are as bright as your brake lights! Those of you who have seen them at Reading know what I am talking about.


I have been using them for over 15 years without incident. They do tend to burn out a little more frequently, but the trade-off in increased visibility is worth it. The added voltage from the alternator wiring upgrade makes them even brighter yet.




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