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Old 17-06-20, 05:56
David DeWeese David DeWeese is offline
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Default surprise from down under..

Hi,

Got a surprise package in the mail last week from Australia containing several NOS rubber tail lights for my C8. I am truly amazed by the generosity of MLU members...thanks Tony!

The lights needed the wiring harness connectors, so here's what I made up:

A single element automotive light bulb has the exact size base as the rubber tail light connections. I broke the bulb, and cleaned out the brass base. A wire was soldered to the center contact of the bulb base, and another to the side of the base for a ground. A spark plug boot worked perfect for sealing the connection, and a piece of vintage-looking wiring loom gave it an original appearance..

I can now replace those hokey lights I made years ago for the real deal!

Thanks, David
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File Type: jpg LIGHT BURNING.jpg (380.6 KB, 1 views)
File Type: jpg BULB.jpg (381.5 KB, 2 views)
File Type: jpg SOLDERED BULB HOUSING.jpg (333.5 KB, 2 views)
File Type: jpg COMPLETE WIRING.jpg (493.8 KB, 4 views)

Last edited by David DeWeese; 21-06-20 at 18:21. Reason: changed photo
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