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Paul · Jan 28th, 2003, 10:36 AM

[d.i.y.] How to install 'clear' front indicator bulbs and 'whiter' side

Hope that's useful.

Paul

KenL · Jan 28th, 2003, 11:30 AM

I once failed an MOT as the inspector thought my indicators were not orange enough. Actually they didn't fail me, they just changed the bulbs for new fresh ones.

So, I wonder about the legality of these bulbs. Do they still look orange?

If they don't why would anyone want to make their indicators non-orange and possibly less obvious to other drivers

Paul · Jan 28th, 2003, 11:32 AM

When they flash they are just as orange as the standard bulbs.

KenL · Jan 28th, 2003, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Paul Mullett
When they flash they are just as orange as the standard bulbs.

OK, thanks.

KenL scratches head:

I'm still missing something though - what's the point if they still flash orange

Paul · Jan 28th, 2003, 01:17 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by KenL
OK, thanks.

KenL scratches head:

I'm still missing something though - what's the point if they still flash orange

As it says in the DIY, to remove the 'fried egg' appearance. They appear clear when not lit, and flash orange.

So, instead of a half clear half orange bulb arrangement under your clear headlights and above your clear foglights (if you have any) you get nice clear looking lights there too.

It's just a styling thing.

Jan 28th, 2003, 10:36 AM	#1
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 12:45 AM Posts: 40,716 Online	New DIY guide on clear sidelights/indicators. [d.i.y.] How to install 'clear' front indicator bulbs and 'whiter' side Hope that's useful. Paul

Jan 28th, 2003, 11:30 AM	#2 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 12:45 AM Posts: 5,216 Offline	I once failed an MOT as the inspector thought my indicators were not orange enough. Actually they didn't fail me, they just changed the bulbs for new fresh ones. So, I wonder about the legality of these bulbs. Do they still look orange? If they don't why would anyone want to make their indicators non-orange and possibly less obvious to other drivers Red/Black R56 Cooper

Jan 28th, 2003, 12:18 PM	#4 (permalink)
KenL MINI2 Master Join Date: May 2002 Location: Edinburgh Local Time: 12:45 AM Posts: 5,216 Offline	Quote: Originally posted by Paul Mullett When they flash they are just as orange as the standard bulbs. OK, thanks. KenL scratches head: I'm still missing something though - what's the point if they still flash orange Red/Black R56 Cooper

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Jan 28th, 2003, 11:32 AM	#3 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 12:45 AM Posts: 40,716 Online	When they flash they are just as orange as the standard bulbs.

Jan 28th, 2003, 01:17 PM	#5 (permalink)
Paul Trained Monkey My Classifieds Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Bedfordshire Local Time: 12:45 AM Posts: 40,716 Online	Quote: Originally posted by KenL OK, thanks. KenL scratches head: I'm still missing something though - what's the point if they still flash orange As it says in the DIY, to remove the 'fried egg' appearance. They appear clear when not lit, and flash orange. So, instead of a half clear half orange bulb arrangement under your clear headlights and above your clear foglights (if you have any) you get nice clear looking lights there too. It's just a styling thing.

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