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Re: [TR] Wattage of bulbs

To: "Chris Buckley" <chris.buckley@tz.knightfrank.com>,
Subject: Re: [TR] Wattage of bulbs
From: "pethier@isd.net" <pethier@isd.net>
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2006 10:10:45 -0500
> The indicator on my TR4A operates very slowly and I was
> advised that this is caused by using bulbs of too high
> wattage. 

In my experience, too "bright" a bulb, or adding more bulbs
by hooking up a trailer, causes the flashing to speed up. 
These things use a bi-metal strip, and the strip will heat
up faster with more current.  When adding a trailer, a
"heavy-duty" flasher is recommended.

I'd consider trying a new flasher unit.

Phil Ethier  West Side  Saint Paul Minnesota  USA
1962 Triumph TR4 CT2846L, 1992 Saturn SL2, 1993 Suburban,
1994 Miata C package
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