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The new thing with my car is that it is going through bulbs like candy. I understand that with daytime running lights that bulbs go out more frequent, but its only happening on the driver front, and its happening every couple of months. while I was replacing them the other day, i noticed that the socket looked burned. don't know if something is shorted out. does this happen to anyone else?
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I am having that exact same problem.
Look at the translucent yellow housing and see if there are any small cracks in it. Mine were burning out because water was getting into the bulb housing and blowing up the bulbs. The cool water hits the hot bulb and the glass instantly explodes.
Here are some quick fixes that I did:
-put some bulb grease in the bulb socket.
-drill small holes in the bottom of the turn signal housing. That will allow the moisture to drain.
-I know this sounds stupid, but make sure the bulb socket is firmly locked into the housing. WHen I was replacing them often, I would do it quickly and fail to get them locked in all the way. That would allow moisture to get in.1999 red camaro v6 M5: with a turbo<br />13.52@107.99<br />No, seriously: Who Farted? <br /><a href=\"http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/600086\" target=\"_blank\">http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/600086</a> -
I'm willing to bet you are getting water in the the socket, or in the corner marker. Check the wires on the socket, make sure they are not bare.
I have never heard of these going more more often than other blubs. I have had the same set in my car for over 1.5 years/10,000 miles and none have burned out yet.1997 Cayenne Red Metallic Camaro<br />3.8 V6 M5<br />SLP Cold Air Intake<br />Ceramic Coated Pacesetter Headers <br />Flowmaster American Thunder Catback<br />Full 3.42 & Disc Break Rear End SwapComment
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Yeah I had the same problem. A car wash here keeps blew mine out several times because I've not gotten the grease since the lovely advanced auto here never keeps anything in stockBlack 2000 Firebird w/ 3.42\'s, LSD, !maf, Whisper Lid, FTRA, K&N Filter. <a href=\"http://www.geocities.com/metallica_forever_69\" target=\"_blank\">My Crappy Page</a>Comment
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I had a problem like that. The problem was that the ground in the trunk was loose and everytime that I was hitting the brakes extra juice was getting sent to the lights and shorting them out. So everytime that I was making the turn having the turn signal on and hitting the brakes my lights were getting too much and eventually burning out. Damn dealership knew about the problem and didnt let me know of course... Bastards98 Silver Camaro V6<br />15.238 @91.74 w/ 2.288 60\'<br />Mods: K&N, FTRA, Pacesetter Headers, Spec 3 Clutch, 160 Thermo, TSP Rumbler, 3\" Catco, Whisper Lid, 3.42\'s w/LSD, Aluminum DS, Man Fan Switch<br /><br /> <a href=\"http://www.cardomainComment
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same problem same side. not sure but i think it was water. my bulb actually shatered.2001 Arctic White Firebird With Black Drop Top<br /><br />3:42 Gears<br />Zexel LSD<br />BMR upper A-Arms<br />Trans Am exhaust with 3\" I-pipe and cutout<br />Modified intake<br />Mecham Hood<br />Trans Go shift kit<br />Making rear control arms and panhardComment
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My bulbs didnt shatter but my harnesses were getting cooked. Harness cost about $50 from the dealership. Damn thieves.98 Silver Camaro V6<br />15.238 @91.74 w/ 2.288 60\'<br />Mods: K&N, FTRA, Pacesetter Headers, Spec 3 Clutch, 160 Thermo, TSP Rumbler, 3\" Catco, Whisper Lid, 3.42\'s w/LSD, Aluminum DS, Man Fan Switch<br /><br /> <a href=\"http://www.cardomainComment
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my bulb didn't shatter. I think it might be what Nathan or something along those lines.Comment
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Pull the rug back right where your trunk lock is. You should see two ground wires there. If the bolt has shaken loose just scrape off any paint on the metal, and tighten up that bolt. Solved my problem, havent had any problems since. :D98 Silver Camaro V6<br />15.238 @91.74 w/ 2.288 60\'<br />Mods: K&N, FTRA, Pacesetter Headers, Spec 3 Clutch, 160 Thermo, TSP Rumbler, 3\" Catco, Whisper Lid, 3.42\'s w/LSD, Aluminum DS, Man Fan Switch<br /><br /> <a href=\"http://www.cardomainComment
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I'll give it a try later, thanks.Comment
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Are you using LL bulbs?New:04 GMC Sierra 1500 RCLB 4x4 5.3 GU80 3.73\'s.<br />Truck pics<br />Mods<br />Go fast: Panel K&N filter and soon SS truck catback.<br />Appearance: Stull Billet grill,Weston Chrome step tubes,Rhino Chrome hitch step,ARE painted fiberglass cover,Silver star lighting.Comment
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I've also heard that you not supposed to touch the buld itself with your fingers. Something along the lines of getting oil from your hands on it. Oil + Water = Bad for bulbs2001 Convertible Camaro<br />Mods:Jet PCM, Flowmaster Catback, SLP RAI, Whisper Lid, K&N Air and Oil Filter, Jet Low Temp ThermostatComment
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If by LL bulbs you mean long life bulbs, i just put those in for the first time on thursday. as for the bare hands touching bulbs, i've heard that to but the last time the left front went out, I replaced both up front and the passenger side is OK. In fact the Pass front has never gone out.Comment
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Had same problem. Water.
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Been there...done that...got the t-shirt...moisture!\"this isn\'t flying...its falling...with style!\"<br /> -Buzz Lightyear<br /><br /><br /> 96 bright red firebird, T-tops, monsoon CD Flowmaster catback dual exhaust <br /><br /> <a href=\"http://members.cardomain.com/joyfellowship1\" target=\"_blank\">http://members.cardomain.com/joyfellowship1</a> <br /> <a href=\"http://www.joyfellowshipchurch.com\" target=\"_blank\">www.joyfellowshipchurch.com</a>Comment
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