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Back-up bulbs too dim

Discussion in 'Prius c Accessories and Modifications' started by Big3Al, May 29, 2013.

  1. Big3Al

    Big3Al Junior Member

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    The back-up bulbs on my C2 are too dim. Neither the dealer or the local auto parts store have brighter ones. Where can I get brighter ones ?
    Thanks, Al
     
    #1 Big3Al, May 29, 2013
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    Why not try eBay? They're typically dirt cheap and super bright. The ones I'm using are directional bulbs that point directly behind the car and look like little flashlights[/ATTACH] uploadfromtaptalk1369885485484.jpg uploadfromtaptalk1369885515425.jpg uploadfromtaptalk1369885553499.jpg

    The last pic is taken within my garage with lights off (some ambient lighting from windows). It's not blindingly bright in person like the picture shows it, but plenty bright enough for backup purposes

    Galaxy Nexus ? 2
     
    #2 Nel, May 29, 2013
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    Big3Al Junior Member

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    Nel,

    I looked at eBay. By "dirt cheap" do you mean $9.95 and up ? Unless I was looking in the wrong place, I didn't see any bulbs like yours. Do you remember the name or number ? What watts are they ? My wedge base original ones are 16 W.


    Thanks, Al
     
    #3 Big3Al, May 30, 2013
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    To be clear, the ones I am using are not dirt cheap. Mine were left over bulbs from my bro's project. I don't have the details for the ones I'm using.

    Generally accessory led lights are pretty cheap. Here's what I found. It's not the one I use, nor do I know if those are bright enough. Read around for your wattage needs.

    http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=150893290423

    Galaxy Nexus ? 2
     
    #4 Nel, May 31, 2013
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