Need source for dash bulbs

[oldmansax]

Anyone know of a good (read reliable & inexpensive) source for 24 volt dash light bulbs? I need 313, 356. and 1450 for my MCI. Evidently, the former owner did no night driving.

[Eagle]

Try NAPA or a truck supply house locally.  BK here on the board might be able to help you.

[belfert]

I bought mine from C&J Bus Repair, but I was already there so I didn't have to pay shipping.  I would need to find work order to look up cost.

I originally thought they were 12 volt bulbs so I went to the auto parts store first.  They sold me the same bulb in 12 volt.  I installed it and the dash rheostat started smoking and quit.  It cost me $11 for a new rheostat.  Strangely enough, the rheostat was working fine a few days later and I now have a spare new rheostat.

Brian Elfert

[buswarrior]

It has been reported that purchasing a box from the auto parts wholesaler near you has the best success.

They may have to order them. They typically come in boxes of 10-12.

Purchased singley in the wrong place will cost many times a regular bulb.

Then you will have spares to give or trade to other busnuts in the dark!!!

happy coaching!
buswarrior

[oldmansax]

Still Looking 

All the parts places (the closest of which is almost 40 miles from me) say "A WHAT???" when I start asking about 24V  bulbs.

I don't mind buying a box. Just like to find someone to buy from.

Anybody have a website? Supplier who will ship them?

Another question for you MCI owners. The manual says there is a 1450 bulb with .23 candle power and a 1450IF that is green with .23 candle power and another 1450IF amber that is 3.5 candle power. Anyway to tell the difference when ordering? . I have the original Challenger Maintenance Manual Copyright August 1974 Page 7-22A. Am I missing something here?

Thanks

[Dreamscape]

Try a forklift dealer such as CAT. They use 24V on their equipment.

Don't know if it helps, hope so.

Dreamscape

[Dallas]

Not too long ago Bryce was asking if anyone wanted to go in with him to order a whole pile of 24V bulbs.

Maybe he has a few extras?

      bustedknucklegarage att ya(c)hoo.com

[ChuckMC8]

Tom, I think the best source is Mohawk Mfg. Great service at the owest prices. Call 1-800-323-7652
I buy them by the box- HTH, Chuck