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Halogen backup bulbs S90-V90

posted by  Bob in CT on  Tue Feb 28 01:34 CST 2006
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Hello,

I was asked to post a message regarding my experience with halogen backup bulbs.

I have a '93 965 and have been using the bulbs for several years, probably 4 but I don't have the receipt. I bought them originally from IPD, but now they have been mainstreamed at PepBoys for about $7 each.

They make a big difference and I have had no problems whatsoever with overheating. When you think about it, you really don't spend all that much time in reverse for this to be a problem. I would not wire the reverse lights to be on all the time, although I have considered wiring in a momentary switch to be able to flash them. I would not recommend an always-on switch unless it was connected to a timer circuit to prevent meltdown.
Bob








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Halogen backup bulbs S90-V90

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posted by  dewfpo on  Tue Feb 28 06:02 CST 2006
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I've had then in our S90 since 1998 and have not had any problems. They make a hugh difference in rear visability. I also installed them on our 95 960 about 5 years ago as well.

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Halogen backup bulbs S90-V90

posted by  Steve on  Tue Feb 28 02:43 CST 2006
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Ditto here: good experiences in 740 and 940 cars with never an overheat problem. The latter is not an issue because the car is never in reverse very long.
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