Old Rally Lamps too weak
Created by: kevin in ottawa
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Found some Chinese LED replacements.
For $60CDN, it is worth a try.
Will let you all know.
I always thought old cars were expensive......then I got an ex-wife
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I guess there's a list of things to work through...
The glass gets dirty (on the inside ..the reflectors get dirty, lose their polish (reflective quality).... the connectors get corroded/dirty...
The wiring gets repaired (reducing current through extra connectors)... the wiring may be have been replaced without thought for its current carrying capacity, the original stuff may have been sufficient for old lower power bulbs but can't cut it now... or has become corroded/damaged (less strands = less power). The wiring isn't original and the original PO may not have understood the need to install wire with an adequate capacity in the first place.
Did they install relays? The original light/dip switch will not appreciate the extra load the added lights will place on it.
If the lamps are still serviceable (clean shiny reflectors) then some new HD wiring, some relays and modern high rated halogen bulbs will fix your problem. The alternator is highly unlikely to be a issue. On high beam with the spots I have 400 watts (which - IMHO - is as much as anyone could need) and they only consume around 35 amps....
Cheers, Ian
The glass gets dirty (on the inside ..the reflectors get dirty, lose their polish (reflective quality).... the connectors get corroded/dirty...
The wiring gets repaired (reducing current through extra connectors)... the wiring may be have been replaced without thought for its current carrying capacity, the original stuff may have been sufficient for old lower power bulbs but can't cut it now... or has become corroded/damaged (less strands = less power). The wiring isn't original and the original PO may not have understood the need to install wire with an adequate capacity in the first place.
Did they install relays? The original light/dip switch will not appreciate the extra load the added lights will place on it.
If the lamps are still serviceable (clean shiny reflectors) then some new HD wiring, some relays and modern high rated halogen bulbs will fix your problem. The alternator is highly unlikely to be a issue. On high beam with the spots I have 400 watts (which - IMHO - is as much as anyone could need) and they only consume around 35 amps....
Cheers, Ian
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Hello All, I have tried to post a photo, but in case that doesn't work, here is what I'm after. I have a set of fog and driving lights (4 lamps) just like the Monte Carlo Minis. Four huge lamps that put out hardy any bloody light. Anyone one know what I can do to up the brightness? I am already running a GM alternator so think I can handle more draw. Halogen bulbs maybe? Anyways, tell me what you can please. Cheers, Kevin How the hell do you post a photo......the instructions mean nothing to me. Thanks
I always thought old cars were expensive......then I got an ex-wife