11-12-2013, 06:21 PM
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Join Date: May 2010
Location: California Central Coast
Posts: 931
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Re: 6 volt dash bulb #357 in 1940 dash
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Originally Posted by L78CHEVELLE
I want to change my 6 volt #51 one candle power bulbs to a brighter bulb for the 1940 dash instrument panel. The 57 bulb used in the clock and park light is about 3 candle power but the bulb globe or glass head is too large for the instrument panel bulb opening and affects the speedometer needle. A shop that sells 6 volt bulbs told me GE and another company makes a 357 bulb that is three candle power and has the same globe size as the #51 bulb, but he does not carry those brands. Any one have a source or experience with this situation?
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#53 is the same size as 51 but two candle power. sometimes a #55 will fit but slightly larger dia.. Napa Auto Parts has them
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