Replaced my side marker lights
 

Replaced my side marker lights

Started by belfert, April 24, 2011, 06:15:52 PM

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belfert

It was really nice today (60F+) and Easter dinner wasn't until 5 pm so I installed my new LED marker/signal lights on the sides of my bus.  Well it turned out I only got one side done before I had to get ready for dinner.

I originally had these big ugly Grote surface mount lights.  I wanted to go LED, but the only surface mount marker/turn signal lights with the right hole spacing cost around $70 each.  I ended up buying four grommet mount lights and grommets for just over $100.

The big issue I ran into is the hole for the grommet is larger than the space taken up by the original light.  This caused issues with framework in the way of the hole.  I barely had enough room in either the front or rear.  I should have measured and marked both holes before I started.  The front and rear lights are not the same height although I doubt anyone will notice.  The rear is 1/2" higher than the front.  I'll probably put the lights 1/2" higher on the other side so I have enough space for the hole.

Sorry, no photos yet as I had no time to get my camera out today.
Brian Elfert - 1995 Dina Viaggio 1000 Series 60/B500 - 75% done but usable - Minneapolis, MN