Interesting. I've been running halogens (standard replacements, not high
output off-roads or any such) in my '73 for ... oh ... probably 15 years now
with no problems.
- GeneG
- www.garrison-grafixx.com/tr6
On Monday 21 April 2003 06:14 pm, Jadewey211@cs.com wrote:
> In a message dated 4/21/03 5:53:47 PM Pacific Daylight Time,
>
> mbullard@hawaii.rr.com writes:
> > Aloha Listers:
> >
> > Has anyone used the headlamps listed in the link below. Curious if they
>
> are
>
> > any good or if I can get just as good or better for cheaper?
> >
> > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dllViewItem&item=2412004945&;
> > category=34207
> >
> > Thanks in advance.
> >
> > Mark Bullard
> > Kailua, HI
>
> Mark - It is my understanding that halogen headlamps will draw more current
> than the stock light switch can handle safely (and reliably). Some of the
> big suppliers offer a relay based rewire assembly for using halogen lamps.
> That way the headlamp switch actuates the relay using low current, and the
> relay contacts handle the high current needed for the halogens.
>
> Jeff Dewey, Secretary
> Richmond Triumph Register
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