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02-12-2019, 02:02 PM | #21 | |
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Re: Types of 6 volt sealed beam headlights
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The solenoids you are using will draw more current than a 6 Volt relay and may get quite warm after being on for some time JMHO
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02-12-2019, 03:51 PM | #22 |
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Re: Types of 6 volt sealed beam headlights
That depends on the solenoids, these are constant service solenoids. They are designed to run with a contestant load on them, they are not the starter solenoids you are accustom to seeing (they just look similar).
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02-12-2019, 04:56 PM | #23 | |
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02-12-2019, 06:11 PM | #24 |
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Re: Types of 6 volt sealed beam headlights
I will repeat this for those who don''t seem to understand what I'm saying. The incandescent sealed beams that are currently in my '51 are just fine.They provide a good white light that is sufficient for nighttime driving. I believe that this is because this is a good original car and the wiring and grounds are in good shape. I am not looking for brighter lights; I am looking for longer life and decreased load on my electrical system.
All of this talk about solenoids etc. is just looking for band-aids for people who don't maintain their cars properly. |
02-12-2019, 06:27 PM | #25 |
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Re: Types of 6 volt sealed beam headlights
I was with you Tubman until you get to this line. I totally disagree with that statement. Take a good look at just about any newer car, all most everything is controlled by solenoids. I understand you can get bright lights with the original direct wiring if everything is in top shape. And also understand you are looking for something like LED headlights for lower current draw. Several folks are keeping your post alive and up at the top of the stack to see if there is any inputs on that topic. I maintain my cars/trucks properly and I use solenoids and relays a lot!
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08-17-2020, 07:01 PM | #28 |
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Re: Types of 6 volt sealed beam headlights
The light they throw looks pretty good; the looks of the units themselves, not so much.
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08-17-2020, 10:55 PM | #29 |
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Re: Types of 6 volt sealed beam headlights
Man, I never go out after dark anymore, guess I don't have to worry about this one.
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08-18-2020, 02:00 AM | #30 |
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Re: Types of 6 volt sealed beam headlights
Are headlight relays no longer available for 6 volt cars?
They would be cheaper than having a relay for dim and another for bright. If you reach under the dash and touch the back of any headlight switch, that is on the dash, you will see, or feel, that it gets hot. With a headlight relay they stay a lot cooler. And the lights are brighter. |
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yeah - I don't like the "modern" look of that glass...but taking a second peek at their website, it appears they have a more traditional look available as well |
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I did my LED replacements based on reduced load: https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showt...22#post1796222 I just converted my 4" fog lights to LED too. So if I want I can run the headlights and fog lights at the same time and not over stress the generator. Less draw, so no need for relays. Then if you want to put it back to original, real easy. |
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Thank you - just took a look at your thread - it's nice to have other choices, and it looks like the bulbs you chose have MUCH lower current draw than what Octane Lighting sells. I think I'm sold! |
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Re: Types of 6 volt sealed beam headlights
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These are easier to obtain for country's like New Zealand where we drive on the left side of the road. The ones I have installed, with relays, give lights comparable to or better than some modern 12V systems.
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Re: Types of 6 volt sealed beam headlights
Got them today - and WOW, what a difference!
Much brighter, and about 1/4 the current draw. Thank you Merc Cruzer (also - got your message - the taillights were swapped out to LED a few years ago - that helped quite a bit on both the brightness and current draw as well) |
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