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Old 12-13-2016, 12:44 PM
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Hey guys I took this out while waiting on my new steering wheel. Wanted to get the unleaded fuel sticker off and polish all of the scratches out, which looks great now. Crystal clear!!!
1) I guess this would be a good time to put new bulbs in? Are there bulbs you recommend? Has anyone tried the led's and if so did you like it? I don't want super bright or blueish light.

2) Also I noticed these little reflectors on the bottom have deteriorated. They have sort of plastic rivets so doesn't look like I can remove. Anyone fixed that problem I'm thinking they probably don't reflect enough light anymore.
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There is a nice write up on clarks garage. I went with 3.8watt bulbs and was very happy with the results.
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Great,will check it out.
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Which polish did you use?
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Griots Orbital polisher with soft black pad on low speed with turtle wax rubbing compound.
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I did the yellow car. Great upgrade. Just make sure you get the latest info. The earlier bulbs generated too much heat.
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Have not tried any of these but this guy posts on a local board in the Washington DC area.

Take a look at his website for LED's

http://carmagic.us/
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Thanks !!



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