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Old Apr 14, 2006 | 01:15 PM
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What're These Lights Called?

What do I ask for when replacing the dash lights in my '80 f-100? They are the small black plastic "tab" type lights.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2006 | 01:27 PM
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They take a typical 194 bulb. The light bulb unplugs from the little black plastic tab. They just pull apart, like on the side markers.

If the lenses on your cluster are broke, or discolored, you can get the 194 bulbs in assorted colors. GE-194-G Green , is the "OEM like" color replacement. They also come in red, amber and blue.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2006 | 02:35 PM
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While you're at it, get the #194 long life versions (or white LED's) for the turn indicators, they're the most prone to fail. If you decide to get the colored #194 bulbs for the dash lamps be sure to disassemble the instrument cluster and completely remove the blue colored plastic bulb covers (that darken with age); don't just poke them out from the back side and leave them to rattle around and possibly damage your gauges.
 
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Old Apr 16, 2006 | 07:49 PM
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194's. thanks.
 
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