Oem Fog light socket switch
02-09-2014, 06:04 AM
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Oem Fog light socket replacement
Passenger fog light keeps going out intermittently. Bulb works as I compared it to the driver side. The socket looks like it has slight corrosion inside it, cleaned as best as i could with electronic cleaners. Where can I find replacement oem sockets.
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02-09-2014, 08:07 AM
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Go to a wrecker/recycler and cut yerself a couple off ( or take the harness ).
IF oyu want high-quality new ones, get 'em from TRS: http://www.theretrofitsource.com/acc...l#.Uvd_dfvAFc8
Order a pair of 9006 females with pigtails. $5 each with known good quality.
If one is corroding, the other one is sure to follow - I'd chnage 'em both.
Remember to ALWAYS use dielectric grease in all of these connectors that are exposed.
good luck
Go to a wrecker/recycler and cut yerself a couple off ( or take the harness ).
IF oyu want high-quality new ones, get 'em from TRS: http://www.theretrofitsource.com/acc...l#.Uvd_dfvAFc8
Order a pair of 9006 females with pigtails. $5 each with known good quality.
If one is corroding, the other one is sure to follow - I'd chnage 'em both.
Remember to ALWAYS use dielectric grease in all of these connectors that are exposed.
good luck
Last edited by MGD; 02-09-2014 at 08:18 AM.
02-09-2014, 02:16 PM
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if you want OEM go to TASCA.com
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02-10-2014, 06:41 AM
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Ok cool. I ordered 2 new sockets from auto zone yesterday. Just incase the other goes out right behind it.
What's the next brightest light bulb that's still stock but brighter.
What's the next brightest light bulb that's still stock but brighter.
02-10-2014, 07:12 AM
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Stock is 9140. You can safely go to a 9145 with no melting concerns.
I will not recommend a jump to 9005's since they run hot and can burn reflectors and lenses. Plus they glare like no tomorrow ( no bulb cap).
Having said that, some folks do run 'em. - '04, '05 trucks with the large fogs seem able to withstand the heat. '06 and up - bad juju. No guarantees - you've been warned, lol.
Another option: http://www.vleds.com/bulb-type/drl-f...45-1-pair.html
These run cool - have less output and are meant primarily for looks.
good luck
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