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Mr Ohm got it right! In a fixed voltage situation, the internal resistance of the bulb determines the wattage, not the opposite as you stated, Trevor. Increasing the voltage, which is not a part of this equation because we have a fixed voltage sourse, would increase the wattage but not necessary proportionally to the voltage increase, because of the composition of the filament in the lamp. A bad connection that causes heat on a contact, actually will add resistance to the then-series circuit, thereby reducing the power which is measured in watts. Trevor, you should also know these facts. Keith |
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Keith please, to assist you with your reading, I again record my statement, i.e. "Only the stupid would replace the bulb for no reason."
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My post is only mind boggling to the boggled. I continue with this debate to ensure that no member becomes badly advised. Anyone confused and requiring confirmation as to the actual situation prevailing here, should use the facilities provided and peruse Keith’s never ending string of pointless, futile, texts, posted for no other reason than self promotion.
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Sorry Trevor, I was mistaken...
You really don't know Keith |
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We, you, nor anyone else involved with an SVX "has a fixed voltage sourse" (N.B. source). Try 12 - 14+ volts. Or is it that you are on a sauce? For the information of others who may be interested. At start up, a cold incandescent lamp exhibits an abnormally low resistance. Therefore there is a substantial inrush current at switch on, and this must be taken into account when considering the switching components involved. The bulb specification indicates the wattage (normal current consumption), when the lamp is operating and energised at whatever is the nominated voltage, 14 volts being usual in automotive applications. Operating normally, the bulb filament has maximum resistance and current is at a minimum value. Keith claims that I copy and paste the information I post. He is wrong and I hereby claim copyrights. N.B.--- ©. Howsat! Quote:
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I did purchase an HID kit with lower wattage bulbs and ballasts. I have two questions still.
1. Where would I find the ground to check if the connection is good 2. I havent been able to find a headlight socket as of yet, does anyone know specifically where to find one? Im really just hoping that the jacked up bulb is causing this, but that doesnt explain how it happened in the first place (unless I didnt notice it when i bought the car 2 years ago) The rest of the posts are basically greek to me. I only lasted through one semester of electrical engineering
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2. Over and out on this one. Someone please come to the rescue. 3. All through the problem appears to have been caused by a bad socket. However the higher wattage bulb will not have helped the situation. Replace the bad with new and you should be good to go. If you have to use a used socket, read what I have said about contact problems and check it carefully as advised. Obviously, check that the bulb you use is not damaged and making bad contact. No more than common sense is involved. The cause in the first place, would most likely have been a faulty socket making bad contact. The contact sprig pressure is likely to have deteriorated and the problem got worse over a period of time.(The socket was probably no Bloody good way back and got itself properly stuffed as it got older.) P.S. --- I have taken the extra time to again read your original post wherein you say,---- "When I changed the socket as they are silverstars and one of the prongs of the bulb was a lil messed up but I didnt think that would cause this to happen would it?" Yes it most certainly could be a likely cause. The bulb may have been fitted by a butcher. Please read and understand what I have detailed regarding contact pressure.
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Trevor, New Zealand. As a child, on cold mornings I gladly stood in cowpats to warm my bare feet, but I detest bull$hit! Last edited by Trevor; 08-09-2010 at 04:16 AM. Reason: P.S. Added |
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Thanks Trevor,
I suppose that I will have to do some shopping around for the socket. Ill have the new light kit here this week; and I will update my results after I change it all out. I appreciate the Help
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Advance Auto Parts sells a two pack for about $12.00
Dorman part #84793
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You've got Trevor going again. First he said only a fool would change a bulb that wasn't bad... at the very least, one that wasn't bad in his definition of bad. Now you are suggesting that we buy a socket 2 pack?? That will most assuredly bring on additional wrath from Trevor. Lots of time and words have been wasted on this post, mostly for someone to try to, without success, impress everyone with the perpetrator's vast knowledge. It has been fun, but not very fruitful... a 6 word solution. Count them... replace the socket and the bulb. Keith |
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I would ask when's the wedding but you guys are way past the honeymoon.....
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No, no, Way Past Tense!
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