[urq] Dim Tail Lights

[Steve B]

Thanks for the BTDT on the bulb mount plate ground Martin.

I too found the added ground to make several volts difference in the voltage applied to the bulb, and a noticeable improvement in brightness.

I've thought about adding the high center brake light as well.  Do you know if Craig had to source a CGT rear window to get the mount for the light, or is it possible to retrofit to the existing window?

Steve Buchholz


Martin Pajak <martin at quattro.ca> wrote:

>Bulb holders (both kinds, dual filliment or not) have a seperate lug for
>spade connector for extra ground supply.
>I usually use it and ground the bulb holder itself to the chassis with a
>robust piece of wire and proper connectors.
>Makes a world of difference.
>New LED bulbs will also help, they require a lot less current to get the
>same ligth output (quality LED that is).
>Also, third brake light from later Coupe GTs is a good idea, Craig Cook has
>one on his '84 and also makes a big difference, especially with black tails.
>
>HTH
>Martin Pajak
>
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